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T RUMP B UILDING P ROJECTS

When Donald Trump decided to install a magnificent green mar-
ble floor in the GM Building, he had all the marble that would be
needed plus some extra slabs shipped to New York from Italy. The
quarry was also instructed to keep a quantity of slabs on reserve at the
quarry should they be needed. Because the amount of marble to be
used was extensive, the quarry was willing to comply to get the order.
Before the laying of the floor was started, each crate was opened and
each piece of marble inside was inspected by hand to see that it
matched the other slabs and had no imperfections or damage. If any of
these defects were found, the slab was discarded. This painstaking
procedure enabled the entire floor to be laid in record time with a
minimum of inconvenience to the tenants. With careful foresight and
planning, you too can avoid problems that would otherwise occur. It’s
worth the additional time and effort.

MOTIVATE PEOPLE

One of Donald Trump’s greatest attributes is his willingness to be-
stow praise on someone in the presence of others. He has often in-
troduced me as the best real estate lawyer in New York City or the
State of New York or the United States depending on whom he’s try-
ing to impress at the time. I know how good I am but I still like to
hear him say it. Donald does the same thing with janitors, cleaning
people, handymen, and others who are a part of the overall Trump op-
eration. He is cordial and friendly with the people who work for him
regardless of their job. He will often take the time to be in a photo
with someone realizing that it might make his or her day. When
Trump visits a job site and he sees a laborer or a contractor working
hard or doing a good job, he will complement that person and the work
he is doing. I have visited a construction site with Donald and he’d

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