Mi Xaing 'er had already thought about it …
Since the government needed to invest in the city's construction, she certainly wouldn't let this money-making opportunity slip past her. She knew very well that in the 21st century, real estate was the most profitable industry.
If she wanted to engage in real estate and build her own business empire, not only did she need start-up funds, she also needed "people". After all, her strength alone was limited. Even if she had three heads and six arms, it was impossible for her to build houses, bridges, cement, bricks, and foundations … She was a leader, so she needed to make arrangements to build a company and let others make money for her.
However …
In that era of planned economy, it was too difficult for a "company" to exist!
First of all, the policy did not allow for private enterprises to operate at all. Even the "self-employed" and the so-called "large group" were skirting around the edges. They were all "temporary measures" that had no choice but to make arrangements for idle people on the way back. They were not recognized by the mainstream.
Secondly, all the resources in the country were controlled by the government. Not counting the various materials, of course, that included people … Workers were basically "iron rice bowls" and only worked in one place for their entire lives. When they retired, their children could still take over their position. Therefore, everyone had a deep-rooted concept in their minds that they only worked for the "government".
Therefore …
Mi Xaing 'er's construction company needed the support and approval of the provincial government before it could be built.
She coughed lightly and raised her voice by half an octave. She slowed down a little so that everyone could hear her more clearly. "Comrade Governor, respected leaders, since it's the construction of the city, right? Based on the current situation, our Chen Corporation has no chance of making a profit! If we want everyone to make a profit, there's only one condition … We'll be the ones to carry out the construction! "
Ah?
Governor Ni was stunned. "We? Where are your people? This is a big project. We've already drawn up a plan and it'll be carried out by the second construction team in the province! "
Mi Xaing 'er laughed. "We'll invest money and others will carry out the construction? Then where are the benefits of the Chen Corporation? It'll all go into the pockets of the construction team. Pay their workers? Feed their team? I won't do such a thing! "
Chief Liu from the Industry and Commerce Bureau interrupted. "Comrade Xiao Mi, your concept is wrong! The "others" you're talking about are the big socialist family! Giving wages to the construction team was the same as giving wages to the people! Pay wages to the toiling masses! This is the basic model of our communism! Everything had to be done in the interest of the people! What else do you want? Negotiate with the government? Go against the people? "
Yo!
They even went so far as to shout slogans.
Mi Xaing 'er raised her eyebrows. "I don't want to go against any class! Director Liu, please don't accuse me. We are not in a turbulent period now. The current policy is to open up the economy. If it were not for the clear documents and spirit, I would not have the opportunity to sit in front of you, right? The provincial government is not planning to attract foreign investment, right? "
Chief Liu opened his mouth. "You … cough, cough, cough!"
He didn't know how to refute it.
Mi Xaing 'er continued, "Since it's a reform, many things have to break the original old rules. We can't judge people with the old standards of the past, and we can't continue to use the old management philosophy. Otherwise, how can it be called a reform? It's just changing the soup but not the medicine. With all due respect, there won't be any results!"
Tong Che liked to hear this.
He was part of the elite faction of the reform and advocated for big steps.
He simply smiled and nodded. "Comrade Xiao Mi's point of view is very bold and in line with the central government's wishes. If you have any ideas, just say it. Let's discuss it in detail!"
Mi Xaing 'er looked directly at him. "My condition is very simple. I hope that the government will allow me to set up my own company … a construction company! No matter how much the Chen Corporation invests in the city's construction, it will be fine. There is only one condition, and that is that my company will be the one doing the construction! "
She added confidently, "Of course, the quality of the construction will be guaranteed. It will be completed according to your schedule and design. In the end, don't you have inspection personnel? Don't you have the entire city's citizens and leaders? Everyone's eyes are bright as snow! They can supervise the appraisal at will! Please don't worry. Since I want to open a construction company, I will do my best. I won't ruin my own reputation! "
Ah?
Open a construction company?
Everyone in the room was stunned.
Construction was the core enterprise of the country.
She wanted to interfere with private businesses?
She was going back to the old path of being a "capitalist".
Even if everyone present was a leader and a pioneer of the reform, their heads didn't immediately turn around.
This …
Capitalism?
That was a bit of a responsibility!
The name was a bit scary!
It might be easy to make mistakes!
Perhaps his entire career would be ruined.
Mi Xaing 'er was a smart person. How could she not understand the leaders' thoughts … Of course, she had already thought of a countermeasure. "First of all, let me make my attitude clear. I don't want the company to be a sole proprietorship, and I don't intend to … engage in capitalism under the sky of socialism!"
Don't engage in capitalism?
These words made the leaders feel better.
She had a faint smile on her face. "Of course, I know that if foreign investors want to operate independently, this step is too big. So, I don't mind the involvement of the government. I'm willing to … share the benefits under the supervision and leadership of the government!"
Share the benefits?
Why share the benefits?
There was no free lunch in the world!
Mi Xaing 'er wasn't a fool. Of course, she had her own ideas … In that planned economy society, if one wanted to open a construction company, they still had to rely on the government. Otherwise, where would the steel and cement come from? Where would the projects come from?
Her most practical idea now was … to gain a firm foothold and not to profit immediately.
Only when the company was established and had a certain level of experience and achievements with the help of the government would they have more power and say in the business competition in the 1980s and 1990s.
She continued, "Don't we have three construction brigades in the province? My construction company can be named the fourth construction brigade. I've already thought about it. To the public, it will be known as the expansion of the construction brigade. If it's an expansion, it won't be a big deal, right? Everyone won't have to bear the risk of rushing into the reform! "
"Expansion?" The Bureau Chief of Labour spoke. "How can we have so many personnel? How can we have so much money to pay for the workers' expenses? "
Mi Xaing 'er immediately answered, "I've also considered this. We won't cause trouble for the government. On the contrary, we'll even help the government arrange jobs for a group of unemployed workers who have returned to the city. Our Chen Corporation will invest heavily, build our own construction, and pay our own workers … This is a good thing for the government, isn't it?"
Everyone in the room stopped talking.
They silently began to think about it.
Mi Xaing 'er came prepared and spoke with sincerity and sharpness, leaving a deep impression on everyone.
They had a whole new level of respect for her!
That was the only word that could describe her.
Even Chen Jiaxuan did not expect his younger sister to be so "slippery" when it came to business. The first project that she took over, she fought such a beautiful battle on the first day.
Mi Xaing 'er knew when to stop and did not try to persuade them anymore. "Regarding the specific investment matters and the conditions that I've proposed today, I hope that everyone can study and analyze them! Our Chen Corporation will wait for your good news! Also, I'd like to add that our company is very sincere and has prepared the funds. We're just waiting for the Provincial Party Committee leaders to say the word, and we can fully invest! "
This …
This was "naked" temptation, right?
Tong Che smiled quietly at the side … This Xiao Mi Xiang was really something. At such a young age, she was able to grasp the psychological weakness of everyone and hit the nail on the head.
The funds were in place?
Invest immediately?
Now … these few words were like a beef and onion pie to the Provincial Party Committee. It was hot and fragrant, and they really wanted to take a bite.
Mi Xaing 'er slowly stood up and calmly nodded at all the leaders present. "I won't take up any more of your time! Let's wait for the follow-up! Goodbye! "
Governor Ni was the first to stand up. "Alright! Goodbye! "
The way he looked at Mi Xaing 'er was obviously different from when she first came in … There was more praise and affirmation in his eyes. He had already regarded this 20-year-old girl as a shrewd businesswoman, an equal business partner.
He walked Mi Xaing 'er to the entrance and shook her hand to say goodbye. When they shook hands, he clearly felt that her palm was extremely strong … just like her words and attitude.
Tong Che walked slowly to Mi Xaing 'er's side. Although he did not say anything due to the crowd, the meaning on his face was obvious: "Well done."
Mi Xaing 'er smiled at him and lowered her voice. "Director Tong, are you interested in working with me … to open a new commercial street?"
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