You call this entrepreneurship?

Chapter 376 Chen Guangxia's Second Venture
Director Meng saw that Chen Guangxia's expression did not seem to be joking, and said helplessly: "No, Mr. Chen, there are regulations in this regard. Games cannot be advertised on TV."

"Rules are dead, but people are alive." Chen Guangxia smiled and said meaningfully, "Right, Director Meng."

"..." Director Meng's mouth twitched, "No, this is really not okay. This is CCTV's bottom line."

Director Meng paused for a few seconds and emphasized again, "Bottom line! Do you understand?!"

"We can add money." Chen Guangxia smiled and said casually, "How much do you need?"

Director Meng shook his head vigorously, "No, this is really not a matter of money."

"I can help you with any other conditions you put forward, but I can't do this one."

"Really not?" Chen Guangxia frowned and asked back.

"It's really not possible!" Director Meng replied firmly.

"Forget it if it doesn't work." Chen Guangxia felt a little regretful, and then he suddenly asked, "If there are other online games that want to advertise, will you refuse?"

"That's for sure." Director Meng replied as a matter of course, "No one can do that. No one is an exception."

Chen Guangxia said nothing more and said goodbye to Director Meng.

When Hao Zhiqiang saw that Chen Guangxia was about to leave, he hurriedly followed suit. He didn't want to stay and talk nonsense with Director Meng.

Otherwise, Director Meng would definitely urge him to transfer those two places.

This is absolutely not okay!
Hao Zhiqiang had just walked to his car in the parking lot when he suddenly heard someone calling him. He turned around and saw Chen Guangxia standing not far away, looking at him with a smile.

"Hey, Mr. Chen, are you looking for a car?" Although Hao Zhiqiang said this, he actually knew in his heart that Chen Guangxia must have something to talk to him about.

"I'm waiting for Director Hao." Chen Guangxia walked forward, took out a cigarette box from his pocket, shook out a cigarette and handed it to Hao Zhiqiang.

Hao Zhiqiang took the cigarette but didn't light it. Instead, he asked tentatively, "What's the matter?"

"I have something to trouble Director Hao."

"Personal or official?"

"Of course it's official business." Chen Guangxia said with a smile, "It's about the qualification of sponsor for the 08 Olympic Games."

"Oh, this." Hao Zhiqiang breathed a sigh of relief. This was purely official business.

Because he has no right to make the decision on such matters, but he can help pass on the message and find out some information.

"What does Mr. Chen want to ask?" Hao Zhiqiang said with a smile, "As long as it does not violate discipline, I will tell you everything I know."

"The qualification of Internet content sponsor for the 08 Olympics is subject to bidding. Sina, NetEase, Sohu and Penguin are interested in bidding. There are not many competitors."

Chen Guangxia nodded. "Which of these Internet sponsors do you think has a better chance of winning, Director Hao?"

"How would I know that?" Hao Zhiqiang said awkwardly, "I'm not responsible for this. Besides, these companies haven't submitted their bids yet."

"But it is said that the asking price is very high, and it will take at least 100 or 200 million to get it."

"This is the first time that an Internet sponsor has been selected since the Olympics. Competition should be fierce, but there are only a few companies that are qualified and capable."

"Why? Mr. Chen is interested?"

"No." Chen Guangxia smiled, "It's the campus network that's interested."

"Campus network." Hao Zhiqiang suddenly became interested. "Is that what President Qin meant?"

"The campus network has cooperated with us before. The last Global International Marathon was very successful and the leaders were very impressed."

"If the campus network comes to bid, it will definitely be possible. We can give it priority."

Chen Guangxia hesitated for a moment and said, "Director Hao, I can't make the decision on this matter. I'm just asking for President Qin."

“When does the bidding start?”

"Soon?" Hao Zhiqiang thought for a moment, a little uncertain, "I'll go and ask around tomorrow and give you a definite answer."

"Excuse me, Director Hao." Chen Guangxia took out a lighter and lit a cigarette for Hao Zhiqiang.

"It's just a small matter, just a small matter." Hao Zhiqiang smiled.

……

Campus network, inside the CEO's office.

Qin Shaoyan sat in the boss chair and listened quietly to Chen Guangxia's account of today's drinking party. Finally, he nodded and said, "Brother Chen, you have worked hard."

"It's nothing. I'm just delivering a message and socializing. It's not that hard." Chen Guangxia was quite excited. He looked refreshed, with all his decadence gone.

Qin Shaoyan thought about it and began to ask for details, "Director Meng said no? Even if you pay more money?"

"That's what he said. He said this is the bottom line, and it's not about money." Chen Guangxia thought for a moment, "I don't think he's just being perfunctory, nor does he want to bargain. It looks like he really can't do it."

"After all, the country has issued many regulations before, especially that TV stations are not allowed to broadcast any content related to games."

On April 2004, 4, the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television issued a "Notice on the Prohibition of Broadcasting Computer Network Game Programs" regarding the issue of computer network game programs, requiring radio and television broadcasting organizations at all levels not to set up computer network game columns or broadcast computer network game programs.

Chen Guangxia was originally from the gaming industry, and he also knew about this notice.

As soon as this notice came out, it dealt a heavy blow to domestic stand-alone games, and domestic game manufacturers immediately felt a gust of cold wind.

This also accelerated the transition of stand-alone game manufacturers to online games.

Qin Shaoyan suddenly laughed, "Bottom line, hehe, bottom line."

He didn't understand the bottom line before, but later he understood that the bottom line is meant to be broken.

Games are indeed not allowed to be advertised on television stations, especially CCTV.

However, the online game "Zhengtu" appeared on TV openly.

A woman laughed continuously in front of her laptop computer, and then added an advertising slogan, "Zhengtu Network, Network Zhengtu".

Strictly speaking, this advertisement skirted the issue and did not mention online games.

But in fact, this is an advertisement for the online game "Zhengtu".

It’s really shameless.

However, Qin Shaoyan didn't care about this matter. He thought that the other person could advertise because he had strong connections.

As for advertising online games on TV, it's actually pretty useless.

Perhaps Boss Shi has developed a successful path dependence and feels that he can continue to brainwash the audience with his magical advertising.

This trick works well for health products, but it doesn't work for online games.

The real promotion battlefield for online games is online advertising and offline Internet cafes.

Qin Shaoyan focused on Internet cafes and asked Zhou Yuan's sales team to visit Internet cafes one by one.

Install the game client on every computer in the Internet cafe, put up promotional posters and materials in the Internet cafes, and negotiate with the Internet cafe owners one by one about the distribution of game cards.

Before Mr. Shi’s online game masterpiece “Zhengtu” was officially released, he seized all the machines in the Internet cafes, and then used various marketing methods.

Use the strategy of surrounding the cities from the countryside to strangle the opponents one by one.

Of course, when it comes to games, quality is what matters. Whether the game is fun and whether the players enjoy playing it is the key.

Several plans flashed through Qin Shaoyan's mind quickly. He wrote a few words on his notebook and then looked up at Chen Guangxia.

"Brother Chen, where is Director Hao?"

"Director Hao didn't have any specific information. He just said that several Internet companies wanted to bid, including the three major portals Sina, Sohu and NetEase. Penguin also wanted to try." Chen Guangxia thought for a moment and added, "He said that it would probably take at least 100 million or 200 million to get it." "He will go and get more specific information tomorrow and tell me."

"One or two hundred million." Qin Shaoyan sighed, "I'm afraid it's more than one or two hundred million."

Sohu won the Internet content service sponsorship for the 08 Olympic Games for US$ million.

According to the agreement, as the Internet content service sponsor, Sohu.com will provide official Internet content services for the 2008 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games, the Beijing Organizing Committee for the Olympic Games, the Chinese Olympic Committee and the Chinese sports delegations participating in the Turin 2006 and BJ2008 Olympic Games.

Thirty million dollars.

That is about 250 million RMB, which is indeed a considerable expense.

Qin Shaoyan frowned and began to think about whether he should compete with Sohu.

Seeing that President Qin was silent and deep in thought, Chen Guangxia did not dare to disturb him and just sat on the sofa, sipping his tea.

After a while, Qin Shaoyan raised his head and said, "Ah, I was distracted just now. Where were we talking about, Brother Chen?"

"Speaking of Director Hao, let's go and inquire about the news tomorrow." Chen Guangxia said quickly.

"Well, please ask Senior Brother Chen to keep a close eye on this matter and communicate more with Director Hao. He is quite an interesting person." Qin Shaoyan said with a smile.

"Director Hao is indeed a good guy." Chen Guangxia also laughed. At least he is much better than Director Meng.

Thinking of this, Chen Guangxia hesitated for a moment, "Boss Qin, do you really want to agree to Director Meng's request?"

That’s thirty-five places.

There were only 30 student representatives in the first "International College Student Summer Camp". Even if the number is increased to 50 in the second phase, Director Meng would have to take up 35 positions at once.

Although Director Meng was willing to increase the money, Chen Guangxia felt that this was too big a step and that fifteen would be fine.

Qin Shaoyan sighed, "Brother Chen, when you are in the martial arts world, you have no choice."

If you want to make a difference in the field of culture and entertainment, you have to deal with these cultural compradors first.

Five hundred thousand dollars for a slot may seem like a lot of money, but in Qin Shaoyan's eyes it is nothing at all, not even a hair on Jiuniu's head.

But there is a big difference between charging money and not charging money, and how much to charge is another matter.

"The International College Student Summer Camp is a very good card. If used well, it can do a lot of things." Qin Shao said earnestly, "The content of the summer camp is rich and colorful. It is not just about sightseeing. That would lose the meaning of the summer camp."

"Parents of American students will surely hope that we can come up with something new. After all, Americans are tired of seeing things like fundraising on the streets and picking up trash on the beach."

"The debate competition and forum summit at the United Nations headquarters are indeed great, but if they are too exaggerated, it will lose its pretense."

“So we have to come up with something new.”

Chen Guangxia was a little curious, "For example?"

"How about going to Antarctica for scientific research?" Qin Shaoyan said excitedly, "Let the students care about the ecological environment of Antarctica, go see those penguins, pay attention to the ozone hole and so on."

"Or go on an adventure in the Amazon jungle? Or pick up trash on Mount Everest?"

“Isn’t it much better than street shows in the United States?”

"Huh?" Chen Guangxia's eyes lit up. "That's a good idea. It sounds interesting, but going to the primeval forest is a bit risky?"

"It doesn't matter. It's just a publicity gimmick. We're not going to let the students really go to the primeval forest. We'll just have to pretend when the time comes." Qin Shaoyan waved his hand and said with a smile, "We have an idea. The rest is just about perfecting the details."

"Antarctic research is something that can be done. If you are afraid of the risks, let the summer camp students fly to Argentina first, and then take a boat to the Antarctic research station. This is much safer. They don't even need to go to Antarctica, they can just wander around."

As he spoke, Qin Shaoyan was thinking of various ideas. Anyway, he changed the rhythm of the first episode, which was to travel around the mountains and rivers and stroll around major cities, and turned it all into an adventure.

Don’t you want to gild yourself?

Then we'll give you a hard time. Pay the money and get on the bus. No refunds will be given.

It is just right to use their money to subsidize those students who are actually selected, killing two birds with one stone.

As for the dissatisfaction of students’ parents?
This is a project set up by parents of American students. Even the future political elites have no complaints. How dare you have any opinions?

Do you still want to take your children to the White House and Capitol Hill, and do you still want to take a photo with the president?
Oh, taking a photo with the president costs extra, it’s another service item.

Chen Guangxia also became excited and slapped his thigh, "This is a very promising thing! In our summer, it is polar night in Antarctica, and we can even see the aurora."

Qin Shaoyan smiled and nodded, "It is indeed possible. Brother Chen, are you interested?"

"Of course I'm interested." Chen Guangxia said happily, "This thing is much more interesting than making a video website."

"Boss Qin, I found that there is a huge market for quality education. I think we can do something in this area."

"Hmm?" Qin Shaoyan was stunned, a little surprised, "Senior Brother Chen wants to do teaching and training?"

"It's just some preliminary ideas." Chen Guangxia said excitedly, "I think this industry has great potential for making money!"

"What do you think of online education on the Internet, Mr. Qin?"

"Ah." Qin Shaoyan smiled a little strangely and nodded perfunctorily, "Well, it's really good, it's a good idea."

"Yeah, I think so too." Chen Guangxia slapped his thigh, feeling that he had found a new track.

"Since Senior Brother Chen wants to start a business again, there's nothing I can do to help you." Qin Shaoyan said with emotion, "How about this, we outsource the International College Student Summer Camp to you. You will be in charge of it, and we will just put your name on it on the campus network."

"Ah?!" Chen Guangxia was stunned, a little bit unbelieving, "Boss Qin, are you serious?"

"Of course it's true." Qin Shaoyan said with a smile, "Summer camp is an activity that has a lot to do with the education sector. You can take this opportunity to make more contacts."

Chen Guangxia stood up excitedly, wishing he could kowtow to Qin Shaoyan. He choked up as he spoke, "Thank you, Mr. Qin!"

"From now on, if you give me any orders, I will go through fire and water without hesitation!"

Qin Shaoyan really helped Chen Guangxia a lot.

If you want to start a business, you need connections and money.

It is difficult to accomplish anything just by having money. On the contrary, if you have no money but have connections, it will be much easier to start a business, and your connections can even help you make money.

Chen Guangxia has money now, but no connections.

Qin Shaoyan is giving him the opportunity to make friends in the education sector, and the rest depends on Chen Guangxia himself.

Chen Guangxia suddenly felt that President Qin was really a benefactor in helping him start his own business.

Before, you helped me to attract investment, and now you help me to find connections. Is there any better friend than this?

Qin Shaoyan was even happier. Chen Guangxia took over this job, which was equivalent to taking the blame.

If there are any problems with the summer camp in the future, Director Meng can only find Chen Guangxia, and it will have nothing to do with Qin Shaoyan anymore.

Because before 08, Qin Shaoyan had to complete the separation with Facebook.

By then, the summer camp activity will definitely not be held, or the content will be greatly reduced, which will definitely cause dissatisfaction among parents who want to join the trap.

Now that Chen Guangxia took the initiative to take the blame, he really helped Qin Shaoyan solve a problem.

Finally, Chen Guangxia walked out of Qin Shaoyan's office with tears of gratitude and left happily.

The campus network employees felt horrified and confused when they saw this scene.

Many people know Chen Guangxia, and they also know the deeds of this former Mr. Chen.

The right-hand man of President Qin who was driven away not only often appeared in President Qin's office, but also seemed to have no resentment at all, and seemed to be quite grateful to President Qin.

How did Mr. Qin do this?
(End of this chapter)