"Have the Right Exit Strategy"
Google Movie
Synopsis:
James Cameron's "Titanic" is an epic, action-packed romance set against the ill-fated maiden voyage of the R.M.S. Titanic; the pride and joy of the White Star Line and, at the time, the largest moving object ever built. She was the most luxurious liner of her era -- the "ship of dreams" -- which ultimately carried over 1,500 people to their death in the ice cold waters of the North Atlantic in the early hours of April 15, 1912.
James Cameron's "Titanic" is an epic, action-packed romance set against the ill-fated maiden voyage of the R.M.S. Titanic; the pride and joy of the White Star Line and, at the time, the largest moving object ever built. She was the most luxurious liner of her era -- the "ship of dreams" -- which ultimately carried over 1,500 people to their death in the ice cold waters of the North Atlantic in the early hours of April 15, 1912.
Scenario:
To control panic, the 8-piece band leaves the first class
lounge and sets up on the boat deck. Under the direction of first violinist,
Wallace Hartley (Jonathan Evans-Jones), they continue to play during the
evacuation.
Selected Scene:
Hartley: Alright, that’s it men
Hume: Good-bye, good luck
Clarke: Good-bye Wally
Krins: Bye
Brailey: Good-bye Wallace
Woodward: Farewell ol’ chap
Taylor: Bye
Bricoux: Bye
(The band walks away and Hartley begins to play, the others return and perform one last song)
Hartley: Gentlemen, it has been a privilege playing with you tonight
Business Tip:
Whether you are about to be asked to resign, laid off due to downsizing or have been faced with a uncomfortable situation and told, "you're fired!" Our initial reaction is to take the decision personally which opens the door for our emotions to kick in. This is when one really needs to stay focused on the bigger picture—your professional future. No matter how tempting it is to react vengefully, it is the impression you leave in a time of adversity when people see your true character. Out of the many images that remain with us from the movie, the one in which the band continues to play in the midst of utter turmoil and disaster is near the top. In fact, it is believed, a passenger said: "Many brave things were done that night, but none were more brave than those done by men playing minute after minute as the ship settled quietly lower and lower into the sea.” It was their decision to not join the panic and confusion and to personally control their "exit strategy." Obviously, the end of employment is not a life or death situation, however the ability to hold your head up high with dignity and class, in times of perceived trouble, is a powerful message and will always be remembered by those that matter, including yourself.
Whether you are about to be asked to resign, laid off due to downsizing or have been faced with a uncomfortable situation and told, "you're fired!" Our initial reaction is to take the decision personally which opens the door for our emotions to kick in. This is when one really needs to stay focused on the bigger picture—your professional future. No matter how tempting it is to react vengefully, it is the impression you leave in a time of adversity when people see your true character. Out of the many images that remain with us from the movie, the one in which the band continues to play in the midst of utter turmoil and disaster is near the top. In fact, it is believed, a passenger said: "Many brave things were done that night, but none were more brave than those done by men playing minute after minute as the ship settled quietly lower and lower into the sea.” It was their decision to not join the panic and confusion and to personally control their "exit strategy." Obviously, the end of employment is not a life or death situation, however the ability to hold your head up high with dignity and class, in times of perceived trouble, is a powerful message and will always be remembered by those that matter, including yourself.
