Captains abandon their sinking ship first, but ordinary crew member give their lives to save passengers. (1, 2) Sherpas die anonymously at mount Everest in order for westerners to pretend they are "climbers" and celebrate their achievements, by doing what these people simply do every day. (3, 4)

Everyday heroes are among us.
With the most worthless persons overseeing them...

Believe you are important.
Be good.
Be patient.
Be proud to being a crew member.

You are probably better than most captains will ever be...