this man is not calm

Chapter 485 The Boss and the Artist
If you prepare in advance, you will succeed; if you don't, you will fail.

The principles of many things are the same. Many of Jinxi Culture's projects have different priorities, which is reflected in each specific execution team, that is, whether the funding, manpower, material resources, publicity inclination and resource allocation can keep up.

Jinxi Culture is a large and comprehensive young company. Although not very strong, it is very resilient. If it fails to sort out the myriad of issues, it will be in trouble in the future.

The urgency of the mobile phone product line is far less than that of operating systems, network security, databases and complete computers, and even the operation of the PHS is far behind.

The arrival of the mobile Internet era is still at least ten years away, so there is no need to rush into it at an inappropriate time. However, we still need to lay a foundation in advance by accumulating advanced technologies, experience in manufacturing and marketing previous products, and building brand awareness.

Many things were discussed at this technical center meeting, with the main focus being the summary of the "protracted war" phase of Jinxi Chat and Fetion, the analysis of online game revenue data and platform construction, and the revision and upgrade of Jinxi Mall, a super online shopping platform.

The first is to repeat the old tune, which is to analyze the current data thoroughly every quarter, and then get together to discuss the specific strategy for the next step;

When it is difficult to determine the winner in the short term, we should not expect major data changes between the two sides after full competition.

It is no longer possible to win quickly. It all depends on who can hold on longer, pay better attention to details, provide more popular service, and make fewer mistakes.

Jin Shang believes that he has a great advantage. Big fish eat small fish, fast fish eat slow fish. In this regard, Jinxi Culture will not lose.

The second thing is the problem that needs to be solved quickly at the moment. It is imperative to open up the recharge channel, communicate with Internet cafes in various places, use the Internet cafe alliance as a link, push Jinxi Payment, and then simplify the online recharge and payment steps. In addition, cracking down on plug-ins and abnormal player behavior is also an important way to maintain the normal operation of "Fengshen" and a number of online electronic games and to maximize their lifespan.

The last one is inconspicuous, but its importance is self-evident.

The architecture of Jinxi Mall has maintained normal operation for three years. With the growing user base and the increasing number of self-operated stores and third-party brand stores, the original simple website server can no longer meet the increasingly diverse demands.

Since it went online in 1995, there have been no major improvements except for a few minor adjustments.

The reconstruction is not difficult, but according to user feedback and opinions from the operation team led by Wei Shuangping, there are countless things to do as the warehousing and logistics systems in various places are incorporated into the scope of e-commerce management, and the requirements for remote communication and office collaboration are getting higher and higher. If we don’t change, we will be taught a lesson by the market sooner or later.

The first thing to be affected is the security issue, including the stability of the website, payment security, and after-sales returns and exchanges. With tens of millions or even hundreds of millions of orders throughout the year, it is simply not possible to rely on manual labor. Without strong IT technical support, it would have collapsed long ago.

Another factor that cannot be ignored is that in 1995, the international Internet had just entered China and was opened for commercial use. The browser, a new "surfing tool" that had only been around for less than two years, was extremely simple and had extremely poor performance.

When the Northern United Online Comprehensive Portal was first established, BBS was still the dominant technology and there were not many strange applications. Ultimately, the IT technology, software and hardware conditions did not keep up.

The browser could only display text information and at most add some display effects and jump links. It was difficult to load an image. There were very few browsers that could enhance their functions by implanting plug-ins. Even the Internet speed at that time was very slow, so it was too difficult to transmit image information.

It is now the late summer of 1998. Three years is a long time for the IT field. The technology has evolved through one or two generations, the operating system has become more powerful, the browser has begun to show extraordinary power, and even the Internet speed has begun to be calculated in MB instead of tens of KB.

The Jinxi Mall website and client, which seemed very easy to use in the past, are gradually failing to keep up with the times. They are still okay with minor repairs, but now that they can no longer meet the needs, there is no need to keep sticking with the old ways.

In addition, the differences between e-commerce platforms and offline life are becoming increasingly larger. The latter (O2O) is growing in scale and beginning to show extraordinary influence, while the former (B2C) is moving steadily and is a bit out of tune with the rhythm.

The two can still be mixed together in name, but their respective operations and management teams will have to be separated sooner or later.

Technical issues are easy to deal with, but the most important thing is how to coordinate with Jinxi Mall. After all, they are the ones who actually use the "tools".

There will be a coordination meeting between the two departments in the afternoon to confirm the details of many matters. At that time, Jiang Long, the representative of the e-commerce platform, and Li Xuan, the person in charge of offline life and group buying business, will come to discuss.

During the lunch break, the conference room can be a little quieter.

After a while, the staff brought over the packed lunch boxes.

"Actually, the company headquarters prohibits eating in the work area, but does not mention snacks and desserts other than meals. It also does not include meeting rooms, tea rooms, lounges, smoking areas, etc...."

Liu Yanqing, who has the most experience here, said jokingly while unpacking the box:

"To put it bluntly, as long as you don't smack your lips in front of people who are working, you're not violating the rules."

"I know about this. When I was discussing the restrictive clauses in the employee code with Director Wei, the principle was that the standards should be clear, but outside of the literal meaning, there should be some ambiguity as a buffer."

When the water is clear, there will be no fish, and when the water is clear, there will be no evil.

When making the decision, Jin Shang also acknowledged the opinions of human resources.

After all, Jin Shang needs a lot of human, material and intellectual resources to make money for himself, and then do what he wants to do, but he doesn't have to be so penny-wise and become an evil boss who only cares about money.

It is better to be more tolerant to the brothers Yuancong who are working hard with you.

As long as they are not core issues, many company rules and regulations are actually symbolic.

Huang Yiyi is very clear about this.

"Measured by the standards of an entrepreneur, a big businessman or a big capitalist, our big boss is actually not ruthless enough."

Yang Qi, who was a little older and had more experience, agreed with understanding and was well aware of human nature. Liu Yanqing, who had just started a family and a career, also agreed with this.

Yin Muye, who was already somewhat familiar with everyone, asked curiously:

"From the perspective of our predecessors, what kind of boss is considered a good one?"

Liu Yanqing, who was a little hungry, took a few mouthfuls of rice, and then answered vaguely:

"According to Romance of the Three Kingdoms, we should follow Cao Cao, a more capable hero, but... we cannot judge our own treatment based on our current standpoint. Maybe when that time comes, the people present here will not be the Five Elite Generals, Xun Yu, the wise Xun You, or Guo Jia, who died young, but the people in Xuzhou who were slaughtered by Cao Cao out of anger, or the common people who were trampled by the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry at Changban Slope..." "So, for the general public, it is a great fortune to meet the unparalleled benevolent and righteous Liu Xuande?"

Yin Muye seemed to understand something.
"Whether he was just pretending to be kind and righteous, or was really pedantic, at least he always practiced his principles. Indeed, it is not easy for ordinary people who have no one to rely on to meet a 'benevolent ruler' who is willing to help those around him when he has the energy to do so."

There are countless students from prestigious universities, technical experts, working emperors, and career elites who enter the society every year, and for those who can really make it in the end, it is a compliment to be one in a million.

The descendants of noble families occupy high positions, while the talented are relegated to lower positions. This is due to the geographical situation and has not been a one-time thing.

How many people have ever sung the song of Nanxun, and will forever weep for Cuihua in Cangwu.

A genius like Jin Shang, who is from an aristocratic family, has plenty of means. If he really shows his intention to recruit talented people, there is no telling how many people will use their connections to get close to him.

Huang Yiyi, who is sitting here chatting with everyone, didn’t she find Jinxi Culture by chance after looking for an internship position through an acquaintance?

There is no need to be too persistent in managing the sphere of influence. Wouldn't the second uncle Mei Yingnian, who is quite famous, and the second uncle-in-law Zhang Hua, who is mediocre in ability, automatically move closer to each other?

My fiancée’s family is also wealthy.

This is all the legacy left by our ancestors. We don’t need to work hard at all, and our starting point is much higher than others.

There are many others that are not obvious.

Jinxi Culture has so many operating qualifications and licenses that it can make a lot of money by renting or selling these licensed shell companies even if it does nothing.

Things like third-party payment, secondary telecommunications operators, publication numbers, performance qualifications, cinema operating licenses, petrochemical and hazardous chemicals production and operation, energy and power grid access permits, etc., no one helps, and most people can't even get in the door.

"Only Xiao Huang's family is a little better off..."

Yang Qi glanced around and said with a self-deprecating smile,

"Back then, Lao Sun and I shamelessly went to the door to sell our products. When we entered the gate and waited, we realized that it might be a dandy young man who came to start a business. And he was from a prominent family. He was a true scholar-official who passed down farming and studying from his family. He was a true classical scholar-official..."

"Have you met Mr. Yang before?"

Li Rong, who had been smiling without saying anything and rarely interrupted, asked curiously, and Yang Qi nodded slightly.

"When I was in college, there was a kid in the same department and class next to me. He was usually a low-profile guy, but I discovered by chance that he was something special. I then secretly observed him for a while out of curiosity..."

"Tell me, is he as described in the book, gentle, elegant, and suave?"

"No way, didn't I say that he doesn't look particularly abnormal and is very pleasant to be around, but...he maintains a decent social distance. How should I put it specifically..."

After a brief thought, Yang Qi frankly explained:
"That kind of politeness and calmness from the inside out comes from recognition of the person and a deep-seated pride. He is polite but not deliberate, very friendly, and easy to get along with even if you are not familiar with him. That kind of feeling... it is easy to get half a step closer, but it is very difficult to get one step closer, or even closer, to get recognition."

"Close but not intimate?"

"Yes! In fact, our President Jin is even more arrogant and lazy. He sees the difference between 'you, me and him' very clearly. He is not one of us and has no vested interests. He is too lazy to even pretend to be polite. Moreover, he has the ability and qualifications to do what he wants. He is too smart and can see everything clearly, but... he is still a little naive, self-persistent and romantic."

“It’s not easy for an artist to do big business.”

Artists need sensibility, while big bosses need rationality. Although the two are not strictly opposite, it is almost impossible to have both.

Li Rong, who had a lot of dealings with Li Xuan during college, got to know her boyfriend Jin Shang when they were in the girls' department. Jin Shang was the lead singer and financial sponsor of the campus band, a well-known figure with considerable fame.

Yang Qi didn't care much about his image. He ate quickly while talking, then drank a few sips of water. After suppressing his stomach, he warned in the tone of a senior:

"The good thing about our boss is that he is willing to really lower his head and get to the bottom of things, instead of saying things like 'I just want results' which seems impressive but is actually useless. In addition, he never pretends to know something he doesn't, which is really rare for a technician who is skilled in business but not proficient in workplace infighting."

In fact, the subtext is very clear. Jin Shang’s goal is not to be a big businessman whose ultimate goal is to make a lot of money, but to be an entrepreneur who truly has his own ideals.

Just think about it and you will understand. With Jin Shang's background and abilities, whether it is making money or pursuing a career in politics, it will be much smoother than most people. Going into business and starting a business is not the best, but it is not a big problem either.

"Perhaps only someone like President Jin would have the idea to rise to the challenge and change the world?"

The company's motto, "Culture serves the public, technology changes the future," is still on the wall at the entrance. People come and go every day and everyone can see it, but few people really remember it in their hearts. Probably only the boss Jin Shang sees it and keeps it in his heart.

"It's almost time!"

After finishing the meal in no time, Yang Qi clapped his hands, attracted everyone's attention and said,
"I'll take a break first. I'll try to finalize the plan this afternoon and then submit it. Once President Jin approves it and the funds are in place, I'll implement it as soon as possible. Whether I can get a larger bonus at the end of the year depends on my efforts in the next few months."

After encouraging colleagues, everyone speeded up their work.

The development work of the technical center does not generate actual income, but the workload is assessed by products. Operations can also use various online sales, advertising fees, click-through rate data to decorate the store, and grassroots programmers can also use the amount of code to take credit. How should product managers and senior directors be evaluated?

There should be some achievements to show for it!
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It is the last day of August, and almost all primary and secondary schools are about to start the new term. College students have also reported that the area around Beijing University Town is bustling again. Many parents have come to see their new children. The annual bustle will continue for several more days.

Correspondingly, the number of daily active users of the online game "Fengshen" has dropped significantly, and the average login time across all platforms has dropped by one third.

Summer vacation is over and everyone is busy.

(End of this chapter)