Skill Nexus
- Peter K F Cheung SBS
- Sep 29, 2023
- 2 min read
FADE IN
Act 1
INT. STUDY - 17:00
We see PETER reading an article by LU Mengzheng 呂蒙正 (946-1011).
PETER (V.O.): Despite his disadvantaged background, Lu, at the age of 33, got the first place under the imperial examination system.
Reading.
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): He became a government official and was a three-time Prime Minister of the Northern Song Dynasty.
Reading.
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): In his exceptional case, ability (ie competencies and skills) and available opportunities aligned perfectly, enabling him to realize his potential fully.
Reading.
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): But he observed that many individuals had significant ability but lacked the necessary opportunities to develop their skills.
Reading.
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): Conversely, others might have ample opportunities but lack the requisite ability to make the most of them.
Act 2
FLASHBACK
EXT. REPULSE BAY - 12:30 (Today)
Scenic. TOURISTS dot the beach. Peter appears.
PETER (V.O.): When I travel, I seldom swim in the sea.
We follow Peter and see a panoramic view. of the five floating platforms inside the swimming zone.
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): Invariably, there aren't any shark prevention nets.
Depositing his stuff on the sand, Peter takes a look of the LIFEGUARD in a nearby beach tower.
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): I like to think that he's guarding my belongings as well.
Peter swims towards a floating platform.
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): Swimming nearly every day, I think I should swim better.
Lying on a floating platform, Peter gazes at the housing near the beach and the few SUNBATHERS on the beach.
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): I've been wondering if the residents would swim regularly here and how many of them can swim to the floating platforms.
Later, Peter swims butterfly style back to the shore.
RETURN TO PRESENT
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): Having exercised my body exhaustively, I'm exercising my mind.
Pausing.
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): I think recognizing and leveraging available opportunities can significantly enhance one's chances of success.
MONTAGE OF PETER'S ACTIVITIVIES
A. Driving a fast-paced work environment, Peter leads change.
B. Analyzing information in context, Peter makes strategic decisions timely.
C. Engaging in meetings, Peter showcases his communication skills.
D. Brainstorming with a TEAM, Peter demonstrates his problem-solving abilities.
E. Persuading a GROUP, Peter showcases his leadership skills.
F. Collaborating with COLLEAGES, Peter fosters a productive and positive work environment.
G. Driving progress, Peter generates creative ideas challenging limits.
H. Learning all the time, Peter acquires technical proficiency in some areas.
I. Juggling multiple tasks, Peter manages his time effectively.
END MONTAGE
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): As the world evolves, what remains constant is the power of transferable skills.
Pausing.
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): And I'm still learning.
Pausing.
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): Despite initial setbacks, LU Mengzheng became the right man, at the right time and at the right place.
Pausing.
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): He achieved what he wanted to achieve well before his death at the age of 68. Was he just lucky?
Act 3
INT. STUDY - 22:30
Having input the prompt: "Skill Nexus" in an AI art generator in his smartphone, Peter sees a cubist image appearing.
PETER (V.O.): Skill is the key to unlock opportunities.
Pausing.
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): Nexus is like hub where multiple elements such knowledge and expertise converge.
Thinking.
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): By being open-minded, adaptable and proactive, I continue to strive to identify, recognize and capitalize on available opportunities.
We see PETER reading LU Mengzheng (呂蒙正)"s work entitled: 寒窯賦.
FADE OUT
THE END
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