The Apprentice winner Harpreet Kaur reveals real reason she split from Lord Sugar

Harpreet Kaur, the winner of The Apprentice 2022, has opened up about the true cause of her separation from Lord Sugar.

Harpreet Kaur, the owner of a dessert parlour, emerged victorious in the sixteenth series of The Apprentice in 2022. However, just 18 months after winning the show and receiving a £250,000 investment, she decided to part ways with Lord Sugar.

Not a negative split

Contrary to popular belief, Harpreet revealed that her split with Lord Sugar was not on negative terms. In a recent interview with The Mail, she emphasized that business is business and that criticism is an integral part of the investment process.

Harpreet acknowledged that her former mentor's tough questions were meant to test her resilience and ability to handle criticism in the real world of business. She stressed that none of it was personal and that Lord Sugar simply wanted to know more about her and her business.

Still on good terms

Despite their separation, Harpreet made it clear that she and Lord Sugar still maintain a good relationship. She expressed her willingness to reach out to him for advice in the future, highlighting the value of their connection.

Board decision

Harpreet explained that the decision to split came about through a board discussion. She emphasized that there were no hard feelings and that the separation was not due to her sister, with whom she ran the company. The former reality TV contestant acknowledged that their time with Lord Sugar had been beneficial, despite its brevity.

Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs

Harpreet had some valuable advice for those who aspire to participate in The Apprentice. She stressed the importance of hard work, the ability to handle pressure, and being open to feedback and different perspectives. According to her, winning an investment is not a magic formula, and individuals must be fully invested in themselves to succeed on the show.

Harpreet's win on The Apprentice saw her beat out Kathryn Burn for the £250,000 investment in her dessert company. Despite their split, she made it clear that the decision was amicable and based on a board discussion.