Tuesday, morning.

The employees of Disney's animation department rushed to the company one after another with briefcases, and some would look at their watches from time to time, and involuntarily speed up their pace, lest they be half a second late. Their direct boss, Katzenberg, has a very good grasp of time, and it is fortunate that you are not required to go to work early, and the situation of being late is something that is unimaginable in the animation department mastered by Katzenberg. At first, there were some complaints, but when it was discovered that Katzenberg insisted on coming to the office at five o'clock every day, and before they arrived, they were already in working mode, and the employees had nothing to say.

Katzenberg's office is located next to the hallway, where employees usually pass by on their way to and from work, and they always find that when they arrive at the company, Katzenberg is already in the working mood, and when they leave, Katzenberg is still immersed in the work state.

Work, work, or work...... He's always on the go! That's what the people he works with are most impressed about Katzenberg.

But.

Today, however, all the animation staff were surprised to find that the door to Katzenberg's office was closed and there was no one.

Everyone looked like they had seen a ghost, and began to talk in a low voice.

……

"Hey Katzenberg, what's the matter with me?" Eisner was sitting in the boss's chair enjoying a sweet-scented coffee, and was a little surprised to see workaholic Katzenberg break into his office at this point in time, and instead greeted with a smile, "Please take a seat!" ”

They had disagreements and quarrels, but they were all about work, and they were friends and partners in personal relationships. What's more, Katzenberg's animation department has an excellent performance and deserves his attention.

"Eisner, I just came here to ask you about bonuses and succession...... Katzenberg said.

Before Katzenberg could finish speaking, Eisner got up from the boss's chair and said, "Hey." Man, why are you in such a hurry. Isn't the issue of bonuses and succession always discussed, and the board of directors needs to study it carefully. But with all due respect, man, your demands are really exorbitant and hard to meet. ”

"Okay, I see." Katzenberg nodded calmly, a reply that did not surprise him, and instead of being disappointed, he put it down.

Katzenberg felt a lot lighter. Didn't have the heart to listen to Eisner's rhetorical reassurance. He calmly approached Eisner's desk and neatly placed the envelope he had already prepared on his desk.

Well.

Eisner was stunned by Katzenberg's actions, and he looked curiously at the envelope on his desk, at first wondering, but when he read the words on the surface of the envelope, his face changed.

"Katzenberg, what are you doing here? Isn't the issue of bonuses and job succession always negotiated, there has to be a process. Are you threatening the board with your resignation? Eisner asked, seemingly aware that there was something wrong with his tough tone. Eisner slowed his voice and said, "I understand that some directors are uncomfortable with you, but you can't be carried away by a moment of anger." It's time to calm down and think about it. I will not approve the resignation. Disney needs you, and in the same way, you need a good company like Disney to play to its strengths. Bonus and job succession negotiation issues. I will communicate with the board of directors and try to get a better treatment for you, you are patient and so on. ”

"No need. Whether you approve it or not, my decision to leave Disney will not change! Katzenberg shook his head, looked at Eisner, and said resolutely.

If he had just started asking about bonuses and succession negotiations, Eisner would have had this attitude, and perhaps he would have had a hint of hesitation.

Now.

It's a little too late to come out and keep it.

"Huh......" Katzenberg's attitude made the anger in Eisner's heart rush upward, but he could only press it down, things were already messy enough, if he got angry and quarreled again, it would undoubtedly add fuel to the fire and make things irreparable. Although Eisner was wary of Katzenberg and didn't want to see him get a higher position, he didn't want to squeeze Katzenberg out of it. Under Katzenberg's leadership, Disney Animation has released nearly 30 films, 25 of which have been profitable, and it is really strong to achieve such an ungodly result in the high-risk film investment industry. He couldn't have found a better replacement.

Eisner likes to seize power and exclude dissidents, but he is not stupid, he knows that the premise of strengthening his absolute power is to ensure Disney's performance, and if there is no performance that satisfies shareholders, he will have to get out sooner or later. So for Katzenberg, who can bring Dinis a lot of money, he is naturally reluctant to let go.

"I heard me, Katzenberg, your decision is unwise, you should calm down and think about it." Eisner said amicably.

"I'm calm, sober, and there's not even a calmer time than now." Katzenberg said with a smile.

Pause for a moment.

Katzenberg continued, "Eisner, let's get together and disperse, even if we can't continue to be colleagues, we can still be friends." You should understand the importance of the animation department to Disney, there must be no chaos, you should send someone else to take over quickly! ”

Eisner's brow furrowed, he didn't expect Katzenberg's determination to resign so strongly.

But.

He couldn't let Katzenberg go so easily!

"Give me two days, no, just one day. I'm going to talk to the directors personally and I'm going to do my best to get you a good pay and bonus contract. When it comes to job promotions, haven't you always wanted to succeed in the position of COO at Wells? He did a great job and was trusted by the directors, and it was impossible for him to give you a seat directly. But I promise to convince the board of directors to appoint you as soon as Wells is no longer in the COO role! Eisner said.

"Huh."

Katzenberg couldn't help but laugh.

"Are you satisfied?" Eisner frowned imperceptibly when he saw Katzenberg looking up and laughing, but he didn't get angry, but said with a smile on his face.

"Nope. Eisner, you're mistaken. You should know that sometimes, once you have decided, you can't change it easily. Katzenberg shook his head and smiled. Believe it or not, I never thought of threatening to negotiate with resignation. You don't have to go through the trouble of promising things that are simply impossible...... Frankly, even if you cash in on it right away, there's no way I'm going to change my mind. ”

"Huh? So your resignation has nothing to do with salary and promotion negotiations? It's something else! Eisner asked, incredulous.

"It doesn't matter if it's okay, you should know it very well in your heart." Katzenberg said. "I'm waiting for you to send someone to handle the handover formalities. Don't keep me waiting too long. ”

After speaking.

Katzenberg turned away.

"Wait!"

"Anything else?" Katzenberg stopped, not turning.

"Heh, as you said, even if you are not a colleague in the future, you will still be friends forever, do you have to turn your back to your friends when you talk to them?" Eisner Road.

Katzenberg turned slowly, silently looking at Eisner, waiting for the next step.

"I would like to kindly remind you that your employment contract with Disney has not expired, as agreed in the contract. If you leave early, you will not be able to get the bonus. You may not know that you currently have accumulated more than $25 million in bonuses, and if you insist on leaving your job early, you will not get a penny. Eisner said.

Since persuasion is useless, it can only be threatened with bonuses. More than $25 million is a lot of money, and Eisner believes Katzenberg will consider it carefully.

"You threaten me?" Katzenberg said.

"No, no one will threaten you. You can see it as a kind reminder from a friend. Eisner said with a smile.

"Thank you for the reminder."

With a few words, Katzenberg turned to leave.

See here.

Eisner smiled smugly, and it seemed that the two and five million dollars had worked far better than he had imagined.

"As a friend, I kindly remind you as well. If you don't want to see chaos in the animation department, send someone to handle the handover procedures! ”

Katzenberg, who walked to the door, turned around and dropped a word, and left without hesitation.

Look at the departing figure.

Eisner, who was originally smiling proudly, was stunned for a moment. The smile is also rigid.

"Fack, this damn bastard, got water in his head? US$25 million...... Twenty-five million dollars. He doesn't want it anymore......"

Eisner came back to his senses and cursed angrily, and all the items on the desk were pushed out by him with a bang.

Listening to the angry scolding and breaking things behind him, a slight smile appeared on the corner of Katzenberg's mouth, but his steps did not stop at all, and he walked directly to the office area of the animation department.

Ignoring the surprised, suspicious glances of the employees, Katzenberg calmly opened the office door, then pulled out a cardboard box and began to pack his personal belongings.

"Boss, what are you doing here?" The secretary, who had been ordered to investigate the situation, saw that his boss was packing his belongings and asked in surprise.

"I've resigned." Katzenberg said calmly. Then, smiling at his secretary, "Dean, thank you for your continued cooperation. After I leave, maybe your job will be a lot easier. ”

"Resign?"

Dean didn't hear what Katzenberg was saying, and there were only two words in his head. It took him a long time to react.

"Boss, why did you suddenly resign, is Director Roy making things difficult for you again?" Dean said.

"Don't think about it, quitting my job was my reason, I got a more promising job...... Katzenberg explained with a laugh, and although he doesn't have a relationship with Roy of the Disney family, he doesn't want to judge too much before leaving.

"Really? Do you still need a secretary? Boss, I want to continue to work with you, although being your secretary is tiring, but it is very exciting, there is a sense of accomplishment, and I can learn a lot. Dean said. When he first became Katzenberg's secretary, he was so tired that he cried for his father and even thought about applying for a transfer. But after persevering, he was gradually impressed by Katzenberg's personal charm.

"You want to leave with me?" Katzenberg said.

"Yes."

Dean nodded firmly.

"Okay, let's leave together, I happen to lack a secretary who is as good as you." Katzenberg thought a little and agreed. He works at a very fast pace, and it is difficult for the average secretary to keep up with him. Before Dean, he needed to have two secretaries around him to meet the requirements.

"Then I'll go through the resignation procedures too......" Dean left excitedly.

……

After packing up his personal belongings, Katzenberg sat directly on his desk, quietly looking around the office that belonged to him, a little embarrassed.

Six years in the blink of an eye, he spent six years at Disney, achieving an accomplishment that would make his peers jealous, but ironically, he couldn't win the hearts of the directors of Dinis.

Put away mixed feelings. Katzenberg got up and left the office and went to the group office area of the animation department, deciding to say goodbye to his colleagues before leaving.

"I resigned." Katzenberg said bluntly, ignoring everyone's surprised expressions, and continued, "Thank you for your continued support, you are all the best. ”

Resign......

The staff of the animation department were stunned by the sudden news. It's so surprising, before, there was no sign at all.

After a brief remark, Katzenberg added. "Okay, until I finish the resignation procedures, I'm still your boss. Everyone go back to work with peace of mind! ”

Katzenberg made his rounds as usual, interacting with the staff and discussing ideas and techniques in animation.

It seems that nothing has happened.

But.

Katzenberg is calm, but that doesn't mean that the animation staff is unaffected, in fact, everyone is not in the mood to work.

"There were some flaws in this shot and it had to be revised. This part of the plot is a bit redundant, and all of them are deleted...... "Looking at the film that has just been made." Katzenberg watched instently, relieving his opinion from time to time. Words such as 'must' and 'all' popped up from time to time, indicating that he had not let go of his strength because he was leaving.

And the staff had long been accustomed to Katzenberg's way of speaking, and did not show displeasure.

……

The peaceful atmosphere did not last long. It was broken.

Eisner gradually regained his composure after venting in the office, and he knew that since Katzenberg had made up his mind. Naturally, you have to take over the animation department as soon as possible, and you can't leave a chance for the other party.

Eisner and Wells, one is the CEO of Disney. One is the COO of Disney, who rushed to the animation department together.

"Katzenberg, now that you've decided to leave your job, stop dictating about film and television production. I don't want to see a good movie ruined by you. Eisner said coldly, breaking the peace of mind.

"What do you mean by that?" Katzenberg frowned and asked in displeasure.

"From now on, the animation department will be taken over by Wells, and the matter of film editing will also be subject to Wells's opinion. Do not believe the words of the idlers, lest the sinister ones destroy your heart's work. Eisner ignored Katzenberg's questioning and announced in a loud voice.

"You...... Hum. ”

Katzenberg looked at Eisner angrily and wanted to say something, but in the end he didn't speak, just snorted coldly and left the production room directly.

Looking at the scene in front of them, the production staff were stunned, and then silence ensued. In particular, the editing and production staff who had just accepted Katzenberg's instructions stood up and said that they had not done anything.

From this moment on.

Disney's animation department has changed!

Katzenberg angrily left, returned to the office, picked up the cardboard box and left.

"I'm sorry. Before leaving, we need to check the carton. I'm sorry, Mr. Katzenberg, but that's the rule, please don't make it difficult for us. Two staff members stopped Katzenberg's way and said with a grim face.

"That's what Eisner commanded?" Katzenberg asked.

Both staff members were silent and did not answer.

"Okay, let's see. Don't break my stuff. Katzenberg handed the cardboard box to the other party and said.

"No, we'll be careful. Please be a little bit, and it will ......be fine soon," one of the staff members assured, taking the cardboard box. Then he and his companion began to check the contents of the cardboard box.

Long.

Katzenberg walked out of the Disney building with a cardboard box in his hands.

……

Disney has experienced such a big personnel change, how can it be hidden. News of Katzenberg's departure from Disney spread quickly. Immediately, all kinds of conspiracies and speculations followed, and there was internal turmoil.

In order to stabilize the situation, Disney quickly announced that Katzenberg had taken the initiative to resign, and the Disney animation department had COO Wells temporarily supervised. (To be continued......)