The negotiation process (Up In The Air 2009)
Summary
TLDRIn this intense dialogue, an employee confronts the reality of being let go after a decade of service. The conversation delves into the emotional and financial struggles that follow, including the impact on the employee's family and the loss of benefits for a child with health issues. The script challenges the individual to reassess their life choices, suggesting that the termination could be a catalyst for pursuing a more fulfilling career, such as returning to their culinary passion, for the sake of personal happiness and setting a positive example for their children.
Takeaways
- 📅 The character is discussing a strategy packet and facing the reality of their last week of employment.
- 😔 The character expresses shock and disappointment at being let go after being a loyal employee for over 10 years.
- 💔 The character is concerned about the impact of job loss on their family's lifestyle and financial stability.
- 🤔 The character questions the sincerity of the company's concern for their well-being and the well-being of their family.
- 🏠 The character fears the inability to maintain their current standard of living, including paying the mortgage and affording necessities.
- 💊 The character is worried about the health implications for their daughter, who suffers from asthma and may not receive necessary medication.
- 👨👧 The character is urged to consider the potential positive effects of career transition on their children, suggesting resilience and academic improvement.
- 👨🍳 The character is reminded of their passion for French culinary arts and is encouraged to pursue what makes them happy instead of settling.
- 💼 The character is told that they have an opportunity for rebirth and to make a change not just for themselves but for their children.
- 🤷♂️ The character is confronted with the idea that they may have given up on their dreams early in their career for a modest salary.
- 🏀 The character is inspired by the idea that following one's dreams, like athletes do, can be a source of admiration and fulfillment.
Q & A
What is the main topic of the conversation in the script?
-The main topic is an employee being informed about their termination and the subsequent discussion about their career transition and its potential impact on their life.
How does the employee react to the news of their termination?
-The employee reacts with disbelief, frustration, and concern about their future, expressing anger and disappointment at the company's decision.
What is the employee's tenure at the company?
-The employee has been with the company for over 10 years.
What are the employee's concerns regarding their family after losing their job?
-The employee is worried about not being able to afford their children's activities, their mortgage, and their daughter's asthma medication.
What is the suggested positive effect of the career transition on the employee's children?
-The script suggests that children under moderate trauma may apply themselves academically as a method of coping.
What is the employee's current annual salary?
-The employee makes approximately 90,000 dollars a year.
What is the employee's background in culinary arts?
-The employee minored in French culinary arts and has experience busing tables, indicating a passion for cooking.
What is the first job the employee had after college, and how much did they make?
-The employee's first job after college was at the company where they are now being terminated, and they were paid 27,000 dollars a year.
What is the role of the person speaking to the employee?
-The person speaking to the employee is not a therapist but a 'wake-up call,' meant to provide a reality check and motivate the employee to pursue their dreams.
What is the 'wake-up call' person's perspective on the employee's situation?
-The 'wake-up call' person sees the termination as an opportunity for rebirth and encourages the employee to follow their dreams, not just for themselves but for their children as well.
Why does the 'wake-up call' person mention athletes and their dreams?
-The 'wake-up call' person mentions athletes to illustrate the idea that following one's dreams is something that is admired, and they encourage the employee to do the same with their passion for cooking.
Outlines
😔 Laid Off: A Difficult Conversation
The conversation begins with the harsh reality of job termination. The employee is told that this is their last week at the company. They express disbelief and anger, questioning the fairness of the situation and worrying about the impact on their family. The employee has been with the company for over a decade and feels betrayed, discussing the financial implications and the emotional toll on their children.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Strategy Packet
💡Employment Termination
💡Career Transition
💡Unemployment
💡Mortgage
💡Asthma Medication
💡Academic Coping
💡French Culinary Arts
💡Dreams
💡Rebirth
💡Children's Admiration
Highlights
The employee is being informed that this is their last week of employment at the company.
The employee expresses shock and disbelief at the news of their job loss.
The employee questions the fairness of the situation, as they have been a loyal employee for over 10 years.
The employee laments the impact on their family, as they will no longer be able to afford certain luxuries and necessities.
The employee is told that their career transition could have a positive effect on their children, who may become more academically focused as a coping mechanism.
The employee expresses frustration with the financial implications of unemployment, including not being able to pay their mortgage or afford medication for their child's asthma.
The employee is reminded of their passion for French culinary arts, which they minored in, and is encouraged to pursue what makes them happy.
The conversation touches on the importance of following one's dreams, as kids love athletes because they do just that.
The employee is asked when they planned to stop working at the company and return to doing what they love.
The employee reflects on the people who work at the same company their entire lives, never experiencing true happiness.
The conversation emphasizes that this job loss is an opportunity for rebirth, not just for the employee but also for their children.
The employee is told that they are not the only one losing their job, implying that layoffs are a common occurrence.
The employee is consoled with the idea that their children may admire them more for taking this difficult step.
The employee is reminded that they were initially paid a modest salary to give up on their dreams, questioning when they would have taken action to change their situation.
The conversation suggests that the employee has an opportunity to redefine their life and career path, urging them to seize it for the sake of their family.
The employee is encouraged to consider alternative career paths, such as working in a fryer at KFC or bussing tables, to support themselves financially while pursuing their passion.
Transcripts
to do today is watch and listen when I
talk about a strategy packet and then
one of those sounds great so although I
wish I were here with better news the
fact is that you and I are sitting here
today because this will be your last
week of employment at this company why
me what am I supposed to do now am I
supposed to feel better than I'm not the
only one losing my job this is
ridiculous I have been a fine employee
for over 10 years and this is the way
you treat me how you sleep at night man
huh how's your family they sleep in well
at night electricity still on he's still
on refrigerator full of food gas tank
full of gas going chuck-e-cheese this
weekend or something not me no my kids
we're not gonna do anything what do you
suggest I tell them
perhaps you're under estimating the
positive effect that your Career
Transition can have on your children the
positive effect make about 90 grand a
year now
unemployment is what 250 bucks a week is
that one of your positive effects well
we'll get to be cozier because I'm not
gonna be able to pay my mortgage on my
house or maybe we can move into a nice
one-bedroom apartment somewhere
and I guess without benefits I'll be
able to hold my daughter as she you know
suffers from her asthma that I won't be
able to afford the medication for well
tests have shown that children under
moderate trauma have a tendency to apply
themselves academically as a method of
coping go yourself
that's what my kids will think the
children's admiration is important to
you
yeah yeah it was well I doubt they ever
admired you Bob
hey aren't you supposed to be
consoling me I'm not a shrink Bob I'm a
wake up call you know why kids love
athletes Oh cuz they screw lingerie
models no that's why we love athletes
kids love athletes because they follow
their dreams
well I can't dunk no but you can cook
what are you talking about your resume
says that you minored in French culinary
arts most students that we're gonna
fryer at KFC but you bussed tables and
he'll pick a door to support yourself
and then you get out of college and you
come and you work here how much did they
first pay you to give up on your dreams
27 grand a year and when were you gonna
stop and come back and do what makes you
happy good question I see guys who work
at the same company for their entire
lives guys exactly like you they clock
in they clock out and they never have a
moment of happiness
you have an opportunity here Bob
this is a rebirth of not for you do it
for your children
you
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