Remember The Titans: Decision-Making Process

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One of the most common action that businesses as well as individuals needs to face on a daily basis is a decision making process. Some of the choices can be difficult, other very simple , yet no matter on the situation these choices can have a large impact on our future life. As we are all aware, conflict can occur very fast and easily, so for the same reason it is important to learn how to effectively deal with these kind of problems. There are many different techniques which we can use while reducing the tension , yet the six step model process is known as the most effective. In the movie Remember the Titans we are able to see many disputes, especially between white and black people. Despite the racial problem, there is a very memorable …show more content…

This is the first stage, where people are usually willing to analyze what causes disagreement, and listen the other party. Step two begins with listing alternatives and coming up with possible solutions. Although we did not see Gerry arranging his options directly, we can conclude that he was considering whether to talk to his friend first, or go to one of the Coaches. The next two processes involve evaluating alternatives and choosing the best option. In order to effectively resolve the conflict one should acknowledge all of the pros and cons, find a compromise with the other party, and come up with agreed settlement. In the movie Remember the Titans Gerry talks to Coach Boone and tells him that Ray should not play for the team, as he purposely did not block Rev. Coach Boone said, "Well you are the captain. You make a decision, but you support your decision"(Remember the Titans, 2001). After speaking to Boone, Gerry agree to kick Ray out of the team. The fifth process in decision making is to implement the preferred option. In the movie Rev does not agree with his friend's decision, and accuse Coach Boone of making this choice. Gerry explains why he cannot longer play for the team and walks