Courtyard House: Starting in a Ceramics Factory

However, Minister Jiang also knew that Zheng Guowei was telling the truth.

The ceramics factory was indeed lacking in fresh blood, and Minister Jiang, based on Zheng Guowei's reform direction, also wanted to change the current situation of the ceramics factory.

Previously, ceramic factories operated primarily on a handcrafted model; after the reforms, they adopted a model where industry and handcrafts complement each other.

Because of the nature of handicrafts, this won't change much, since training an apprentice takes a long time. But things will be different after industrialization, according to the report.

After the industrialization of ceramics, ceramic workers recruited can start working after only simple training.

The most important thing now is to train technical personnel in mechanical and design fields.

Minister Jiang had already reviewed the training program before.

Moreover, Minister Jiang was initially shocked when he learned that all of these plans were designed by Li Feng.

Therefore, he could understand why Zheng Guowei promoted him to a cadre position, as this was indeed much more effective than having Li Feng work as a painter.

At least with Li Feng's help, Zheng Guowei solved the problem of the ceramics factory's future development direction.

Minister Jiang was aware of this.

However, the ceramics factory currently has very few talented people. Even though I sent Zheng Guowei to the ceramics factory, he has only promoted and given important positions to a few people so far.

Therefore, he had some understanding of why Director Wei had not vigorously developed the ceramics industry before.

When Minister Jiang thought of this, he spoke directly to Zheng Guowei.

"Guowei."

"This is the best opportunity to carry out personnel and industrial reforms. I hope you can achieve great things at the ceramics factory."

"Only in this way can the strategic goals mentioned above be achieved."

"Although the ceramics industry is also one of the main industries that earn foreign exchange, I still hope to increase exports through technological innovation."

"You should understand what I mean, right?"

At this moment, Zheng Guowei took a deep breath, and then nodded heavily to Minister Jiang.

"Minister Jiang, I understand!"

At this moment, Zheng Guowei also understood the significance of Minister Jiang's emphasis on these points.

After all, the whole country is now focused on foreign exchange, and the chemical industry, which he previously worked in, also aimed to increase foreign exchange reserves through the chemical sector.

Currently, although China's chemical industry exports are increasing, most of them are sold using a strategy of large volume and low prices, which does not meet his expectations.

Previously, he held a relatively low position in the chemical industry, so his influence was somewhat limited, even though some department heads supported him.

However, being content with the status quo remains one of the mainstream views for most people.

Even if Zheng Guowei wanted to change something, there was nothing he could do.

The two then began a detailed discussion on staffing and reforms to the ceramics factory.

As for Li Feng, he stayed in the lounge to rest.

However, Li Feng was getting a little bored if he kept resting at this time.

At this moment, Li Feng couldn't help but think that it would be great if he had a cell phone right now.

That way, you can pass the time when you're bored.

Li Feng has been to the toilet several times while drinking tea here.

But there's nothing Li Feng can do now but stay here and wait.

Finally, at 5 p.m., Director Zheng came to the break room to find Li Feng.

When Li Feng saw Director Zheng, he immediately stood up from his seat, walked over to Director Zheng, and asked him a question.

"Director Zheng!"

"How did your talks go?"

At this moment, Director Zheng thought that Li Feng was concerned about the report, so he smiled and nodded at Li Feng.

"There are basically no problems now. We just need to wait for the ministry to discuss and approve it."

"Once the ministry discusses and approves it, we can then formally confirm the staffing issue with the Organization Department."

After hearing what Director Zheng said, Li Feng knew the procedures that had to be followed, so he nodded to Director Zheng.

"I see!"

"So, basically, as long as Minister Jiang agrees, there shouldn't be any problems?"

Factory Director Zheng nodded and then said to Li Feng, "More or less!"

At this moment, Director Zheng checked the time and then said to Li Feng.

"Let's go back to the factory first."

Li Feng nodded, and then followed Director Zheng into the car.

On the way back to the factory, Director Zheng said that Minister Jiang had affirmed Li Feng's work and encouraged Li Feng to continue doing a good job.

Li Feng, who was sitting next to Director Zheng, was surprised that Minister Jiang and Director Zheng would talk about him and even praise him, which made Li Feng feel a little embarrassed.

After all, this was the first time Li Feng had ever heard someone praise him as a high-ranking official in the ministry.

of course!

In the past, both Minister Jiang and Minister Feng praised Li Feng.

Li Feng simply didn't know that.

half an hour later

Li Feng followed Director Zheng back to the ceramics factory.

After Li Feng had dinner with Factory Director Zheng, Factory Director Zheng told Li Feng to go home and rest after get off work.

Factory Director Zheng was well aware of Li Feng's hard work during this period.

At this moment, Director Zheng suddenly thought of something, and then he directly asked Li Feng.

"That's right!"

"How's your textbook coming along?"

Li Feng was taken aback; he hadn't expected Director Zheng to suddenly ask about the teaching materials at this moment.

After all, Director Zheng had been busy with matters concerning the branch factory.

Although Li Feng thought this way, he still immediately replied to Director Zheng.

"Textbooks."

"It should be ready in two more days."

"Once the teaching materials are finished, I'll be able to teach them how to draw."

Factory Director Zheng nodded, and then he said to Li Feng.

"That's good".

Then Director Zheng gave Li Feng some further instructions.

"Regarding the new color group, we can add people now."

"First, get the promising apprentices or painters into the new color group. I'll have Section Chief Huang handle the paperwork."

Upon hearing this, Li Feng was greatly surprised, and then he asked Director Zheng with some astonishment.

"Director Zheng, the report hasn't been approved yet, and we're already making changes. Isn't that a bad idea?"

Factory Director Zheng shook his head and said.

"This is an internal adjustment within our factory. What does it have to do with reform?"

Li Feng then understood Director Zheng's idea: to find a reason to get things started first, and then complete the formalities later.

Since Director Zheng had given the order, Li Feng naturally had no objections.

After all, something like this couldn't be done without Director Zheng's approval.

So he immediately nodded to Director Zheng.

"I understand".

"I'll get things done with Master Deng in the next couple of days."

Factory Director Zheng was very satisfied with Li Feng's quick reaction.

He then spoke with concern to Li Feng.

"Um!".

"I understand, but you should also take care of your health."

"Health is the most important thing." (End of Chapter)