Rebirth Tokyo 1986

Chapter 305 A new generation replaces the old one
We're having such a good time chatting, shall we play on the computer for a while?"

Lin Qingqian was very understanding and didn't think there was anything wrong with her lover being an internet addict.

She took out her wallet and prepared to go downstairs to continue for another two hours.

"Forget it, too much is as bad as too little. Today I mainly want to accompany you."

Masato Takeshita really likes surfing the Internet and often chats with netizens from all over the world in his office.

But you have to pay attention to the occasion. The most important thing today is to spend time with your Chinese lover, not to chat online.

"Let's go to Wangfujing for a stroll."

"Well, thank you!"

After buying a few nice clothes and a few bags, the two ended their stroll around 6pm.

"What's for dinner?"

"The chef has prepared the ingredients, let's go home and eat together."

"Okay, then go home and eat."

Because he could not stay in China for a long time and out of guilt, the young man prepared a full range of services for the girl.

Including private chefs, private doctors, private security guards, etc., the purpose is to ensure the diet and health of lovers.

As for what he ate this time when he returned home, it was Western food, which he didn't usually eat.

There was no other way. The Chinese intellectual class was deeply influenced by the West, so Masato Takeshita could only follow the local customs and ask a Western chef to prepare a candlelight dinner.

Unlike later generations, young couples are no longer restricted to dining in Western restaurants, but prefer restaurants for their original purpose - delicious food.

Of course, those gold diggers who only think about cheating people don’t count.

Less than three days later, on the afternoon of the next day, Kurashige Nobutaka gave Takeshita Masato the clear news.

"President, I am willing to help the company develop in China."

He spent the whole day thinking about what the advantages and disadvantages of joining Xinghai Group are.

The advantage is that he will have control over the group in China, thus helping the company build large-scale factories in China.

At the same time, the Xinghai Group is richer and younger than his old employer, and its work style is neat and straightforward, without so much intrigue.

Also, as long as I develop the Chinese business well, there is a high probability that I will return to Japan within a few years and my position will be further promoted.

Nobutaka Kurashige knew that he was just a transitional leader, and the future person in charge of the China region would be the lady who was with the young man.

This was naturally unacceptable to the local leader, but he was Japanese and was more eager to return to his homeland.

Given Masato Takeshita's style of doing things, he would not abandon the donkey after it has done its work. He would only promote himself to a higher rank and transfer him to the headquarters.

As for the disadvantage, it is that he needs to open up the wasteland again.

Maybe they will not only help build the factory, but also improve the company's management system in China.

It will be very busy in a short period of time and will require strong support from the family.

The problem is not big. His children have already graduated and are working, and his wife has lived in Tianjin for several years.

"Good, good, good!"

The young man was very happy and said "good" three times in a row.

Then he said solemnly: "Since Xinghai Group has won the favor of Mr. Zang Zhong, its future business in China will surely soar to the sky."

"No, the president is exaggerating. From what I understand, the previous leaders of the group have already laid a solid foundation, and I am just the icing on the cake."

"But there is one thing that I may be sorry to say."

"Well, you said, it's okay."

"I may not be able to start work until after the new year. I hope to complete what I start and end."

"No problem, it's a piece of cake."

Masato Takeshita was also disgusted by the sudden resignation without saying goodbye.

As a member of the company, it is your obligation to help the company find suitable personnel when you resign.

Of course, except for those junk companies.

If you are unkind, you cannot blame others for being unrighteous.

If you encounter a cheating and junk company, leave as soon as possible and don't worry about anything else.

Masato Takeshita reaped great rewards in China. Not only did he become familiar to more senior executives, but he also gained a talented executive.

He didn't feel proud for a few days before he got a wake-up call when he returned to Japan.

He looked at the resignation letter in front of him, and the expression on his face changed again and again.

"Hey, can you tell me which American company it is?"

As soon as Lou Gerstner heard this, he knew that the chairman agreed to his resignation.

He replied respectfully, "IBM invited me to be its president."

"IBM, no wonder."

The young man raised an eyebrow and said nothing more.

IBM's history is so glorious that its market value was equal to one-quarter of the US GDP at its peak.

Its influence in the United States far exceeds that of later giants such as Microsoft.

Therefore, even if it is currently plagued by chronic problems, few people can resist the temptation of becoming a president.

This is a great opportunity to achieve success overnight, especially for Americans.

Besides, even without counting the glorious history before, IBM is now larger than Xinghai Technology. Being able to become the president of IBM is equivalent to being promoted several levels.

If it were Masato Takeshita, he would also decisively switch to IBM.

After a long while, the young man straightened his clothes, then smiled and extended his hand, "I hope we can have a more pleasant cooperation in the future."

"Don't worry, it's absolutely possible. After joining IBM, I will do my best to promote the unification of sockets."

"Well, thank you."

IBM's appeal is unmatched by Xinghai Group.

Xinghai Group is now a stronger Samsung. It has some influence in the United States, but it is still not as good as Sony.

"You are too polite, President. This matter will also be of great benefit to us."

A new official has three things to do when he takes office. He doesn’t want to burn the company first to avoid leaving a harsh impression on the employees.

Then promoting the unification of global computer interfaces is a good way to demonstrate our capabilities.

The USB port was just a small matter, and the young man quickly changed the subject.

"Mr. Guo Shina, when are you going to resign?"

"I hope it can be quick, preferably before November."

"No problem, I'll start looking for a suitable new president tomorrow."

Xinghai Technology has completed its construction, so it is not difficult to find a suitable successor.

As long as it is business in the United States, we need to find a suitable candidate.

He then looked up and asked, "What do you think about letting Chambers take over the American business?"

"It should be a good choice. He is doing very well in Xinghai Life."

Chambers has outstanding marketing and M&A capabilities. Thanks to his performance, Xinghai Life has achieved leapfrog development in the United States.

Take the recently launched Pulse Energy Drink as an example.
With Chambers' promotion and mergers and acquisitions, the company now owns 7 beverage factories in the United States and can produce 20 billion cans of energy drinks annually.

Revenue in the first three quarters of this year has reached US$13 billion, and the annual revenue is expected to reach US$18 billion, with a profit of US$6 million.

Such good revenue and profit are already exaggerated results for a new beverage company.

Furthermore, thanks to Chambers's excellent management, Xinghai Life's minimalist style brand has become a trendsetting trend in Europe and the United States. "Well, then, let's just go all in and promote him directly to President of Xinghai Technology."

Gerstner wanted to object at first, but he quickly changed his mind and nodded in agreement.

The president of Xinghai Technology is mainly responsible for the expansion of the European and American markets.

As for the business in Japan and China, the chairman will frequently intervene in the management.

This is also an important reason why he chose IBM.

The president of IBM holds absolute power and has complete control over day-to-day operations.

It's completely different at Xinghai Technology. The president is only responsible for daily operations and management, and all major matters are decided by Masato Takeshita.

"Okay, it's decided then. You should take care of him more often from now on."

"Ok, I know."

Far away in the United States, Chambers, who helped Xinghai Life conquer the world, soon received a call from headquarters.

Just as he was wondering what was going on, Masato Takeshita said bluntly.

"President Lou Gerstner is about to leave, and the group hopes that you can take over the responsibility of Xinghai Technology."

"No problem, I will definitely make the company better and better."

Although Chambers didn't know what was going on, he would naturally not refuse the benefits that were in his hands.

If Heaven does not grant you what you want, you will suffer the consequences.

"Well, then the company will quickly help you find an outstanding successor, and then you can return to the company headquarters."

"Okay, got it."

The American market of Xinghai Life is indeed not as important as that of Xinghai Technology, but the competition will be even more brutal.

Masato Takeshita wants to find an excellent manager as soon as possible to help Xinghai Life improve its layout in the United States.

The United States is the world's beverage empire, so there are still many candidates.

Soon, the headhunter helped the young man find a suitable candidate, John Sculley.

He was once the young and promising president of PepsiCo, and then after Jobs' highly inflammatory words, he chose to join the newly established Apple.

As a result, this outstanding CEO in the beverage industry who resolutely resigned because of Jobs's pie, "Do you want to sell sugared water for the rest of your life, or come with us to change the world?" met with Waterloo at Apple and was directly kicked out by Apple's shareholders.

Although the position of president of the European and American part of Xinghai Life is relatively low, the young man is confident that he can win this excellent manager.

Because he can promise to let him return to the technology industry within three years to create inventions that can change the world and wash away the shame.

Soon, with the introduction of a headhunter, Masato Takeshita met him in a high-end restaurant in Los Angeles.

This is the young man's third visit to the United States, and also his first visit to the United States to recruit talents.

As for the previous two times, one was a meeting with the American distributor of Matsumoto Manufacturing and the shareholders of the American joint venture for disaster emergency radios.

The other time was a comprehensive inspection of Xinghai Group’s business in the United States.

He was actually a little afraid to go to the United States because there was no moral code here and they loved to arrest people.

Of course, it’s actually okay now.

The United States dominates the world, so it should have some dignity.

The later it gets, the more worrying it becomes.

However, given the current interest relationship between young people and the Bush family, they don't have to worry about this issue for a long time.

Once the United States returns to the Asia-Pacific and a political consensus is formed, we will no longer be able to go to the United States.

After a brief greeting, Takeshita Masato spoke directly, "I believe the headhunters should have already told us our wishes and ideas."

"Yes, the three-year term as President of Xinghai Life in Europe and America, and then the President of Xinghai Technology."

If there was only one position available for the head of the European and American region of Star Ocean Life, Scully would not choose to take the job no matter how poor he was.

Because this is a shame for the former president of PepsiCo.

But with the president of Xinghai Technology, the prospects are different.

After receiving the headhunting information, he began to investigate Xinghai Group.

He found that the founder was simply a miracle.

He made his mark with the invention of the trolley suitcase, and then demonstrated his talent in the field of finance.

But the most important thing is the field of technology, with the launch of the Xinghai second-generation mobile phone, which has begun to change the world.

In addition, new markets have been created in the beverage and clothing industries, such as energy drinks and simple-style clothing.

Of course, more importantly, every step taken by Xinghai Group is very steady, and its financial resources are healthy, unlike an emerging enterprise at all.

The numerous inventions and abundant funds were also the biggest factors that made him feel excited again after being depressed.

He wanted to change his fate of being ridiculed and prove himself in the world again.

"Yes, that's our condition."

"First, you help us improve Xinghai Life's U.S. business and channels, and then we will help you wash away the shame of your technological incompetence."

The young man then took out a new gadget developed by his company.

"This is our company's latest experimental optical mouse. I think it will give you an idea of our company's ability in innovation."

After that, the young man gave Scully a brief demonstration on the computer and then handed him the optical mouse.

“That’s great, but I wonder what the cost is?”

Sculley had a bit of an occupational disease, because Apple computers died largely because they were too expensive.

"It is difficult to reduce it in a short period of time. It takes some time."

Optical mouse looks simple, but it is very difficult to develop.

It was with the reminder of Masato Takeshita that Xinghai Technology was able to invent it with great difficulty.

But it was too early, so the cost was high. A small mouse cost more than a computer.

In a short period of time, it can only be launched on a small scale in the market to make money from rich people.

"I see. Okay, I choose to join."

Sculley had already agreed because Xinghai Group had recently developed a software that could change the world - the Xinghai operating system.

Now when I see young people taking out their newly invented optical mouse, there is nothing to hesitate about.

Of course, the feeling of being trusted in my heart was also the reason why I simply agreed.

This is the laboratory version. Even if you sell the information yourself, you can still earn tens or even hundreds of millions.

"That's great. I believe that with the help of President Scully, Xinghai Life will definitely become a giant in the American beverage and clothing industry."

Scully is an expert in beverages, and although he has been away for nearly 10 years, he still got the hang of it quickly.

Presumably, under his leadership, the energy drink business will continue to grow while resisting attacks from the two major colas.

As for the other simple style clothing, it has already taken the lead. As long as it does not make a big mistake, it can eat up the biggest cake like a suitcase.

Currently, the biggest crisis facing Xinghai Life still comes from the beverage industry.

This is also the reason why Xinghai Life recruits CEOs from the beverage industry rather than the clothing industry.

The competition is too fierce and experienced people are needed.

"You're too polite, President. Our company is already a giant in the American lifestyle sector."

Masato Takeshita greatly underestimated the influence of Xinghai's life in the United States.

Although it is still a short time, it has already become a well-known giant in the field.

(End of this chapter)