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What was Matt feeling as he stepped off the plane?
What was Matt feeling as he stepped off the plane?
How many people were in the meeting room during the sale?
How many people were in the meeting room during the sale?
What did Jade refer to when discussing the future of the deal?
What did Jade refer to when discussing the future of the deal?
What action did Matt take right before he was supposed to sign the documents?
What action did Matt take right before he was supposed to sign the documents?
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What physical reaction did Matt experience that demonstrated his nervousness?
What physical reaction did Matt experience that demonstrated his nervousness?
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What did Matt do in the bathroom that highlighted his anxiety?
What did Matt do in the bathroom that highlighted his anxiety?
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What did Matt say as he put his pen down during the signing process?
What did Matt say as he put his pen down during the signing process?
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What was Jade's initial reaction when Matt stated he couldn't proceed?
What was Jade's initial reaction when Matt stated he couldn't proceed?
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What reason did Matt give for not wanting to go through with the deal?
What reason did Matt give for not wanting to go through with the deal?
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How did Tony react to Matt's decision to back out of the deal?
How did Tony react to Matt's decision to back out of the deal?
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What was Jade's stance on who should sign the paperwork for the deal?
What was Jade's stance on who should sign the paperwork for the deal?
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What was the underlying theme of Matt's conflict with Tony?
What was the underlying theme of Matt's conflict with Tony?
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What did Tony imply about Matt's role in the company?
What did Tony imply about Matt's role in the company?
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What can be inferred about Matt's character from his actions?
What can be inferred about Matt's character from his actions?
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What can be concluded about the overall atmosphere in the room after Matt left?
What can be concluded about the overall atmosphere in the room after Matt left?
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Study Notes
Matt's Deal
- Matt is a sales representative who is about to close a major deal with Thrive Airlines.
- The potential deal is significant, potentially making Matt and his company millions of dollars.
- Matt experiences immense anxiety and nervousness leading up to the signing of the deal.
Matt’s Decision
- Matt feels conflicted about the deal and ultimately decides not to sign the documents.
- Matt's decision stems from his concern about the integrity of the deal and its potential impact on his grandfather's legacy.
- Matt’s decision to abandon the deal is met with disapproval and anger from Tony, his colleague, who sees the deal as a massive opportunity for the company and Matt personally.
- Tony emphasizes the financial gain and reputation boost that would come with finalizing the deal and accuses Matt of being irresponsible
- Matt’s reaction is to defend his grandfather's values and make a stand against what he believes is a compromise of those values.
Outcome
- Matt's decision to walk away from the deal is met with uncertainty from Jade, the representative of Thrive Airlines.
- Jade expressed her preference for Matt to sign the deal and expressed her trust in Matt's expertise as the sales representative.
- Tony attempts to salvage the negotiation by offering to sign the papers, but Jade insists on Matt being the one to sign.
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Explore the moral dilemmas faced by sales representative Matt as he navigates a significant business deal with Thrive Airlines. This quiz delves into themes of integrity, financial pressure, and personal values, highlighting the conflict between ambition and ethical principles.