Li Han had always glossed over the experience points he earned after making a sale. But now, taking a closer look, he realised it wasn't as simple as he had once thought.For instance, when he sold an electric car to the young couple, he gained 10 experience points. Other deals ranged anywhere from a few points to over a dozen.
After some thought, Li Han concluded that two main factors influenced these points. The first was the complexity of the sale; the more he utilised big data in the sales process, the more points he racked up. For example, he had chosen a car model for Mr. Liu based on the customer's spending habits.
The second, and seemingly more crucial factor, was the match between the customer and the product. The better the fit between the car and the buyer, the more experience points he received.
This made him think back to his first deal with Mr. Liu, where he earned only two points. Li Han now suspected that the low points indicated a poor match. Perhaps he should have dug deeper into the data; for example, if Mr. Liu was buying the car for his upcoming wedding, a model with a built-in child seat would have been a better recommendation.
Now at Level 2, Li Han was eager to see what had changed in his big data app. The basic features remained the same: he could still only access other people's data. However, the points store now displayed a host of new options.
For example, there was a "Customised Recommendations" feature. Now, instead of just receiving generic advice on financial management or dating, Li Han could tailor financial projects specifically for himself---or even for others. Sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ ɴovᴇlꜰirᴇ.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of nøvels early and in the highest quality.
This was a step up from the options at Level 1. The features were more powerful, but they also cost more points---sometimes as much as five or six hundred.
"It makes sense," Li Han mused, his chin in his hand. "If I keep accumulating points and end up with tens of thousands, I'll need something worthwhile to spend them on."
Just then, a new ability caught his eye, making his heart race. Perfect timing. This would give him the confidence to move forward with the next phase of his plan.
The following day, Li Han went to the bank to cash in on the five financial products he had invested in. However, one of them turned out to be a loss.
"Seriously? With a 90% success rate, and I still lose? Is my luck that bad?" Li Han muttered to himself. But then he remembered winning the lottery's second prize with only a 70% chance. That cheered him up a bit.
Because of the failed investment, his projected profits dropped from 100% to 80%. Even so, his total funds still rose to nearly four million.
"Amazing, man!" The bank manager couldn't contain his excitement. "Even with one failure, an 80% success rate in such high-risk investments is nothing short of impressive."
"Oh, right," Li Han snapped back to reality.
"So, what's your next move? I'm following your lead!" the bank manager eagerly said. Being an industry insider, he knew how hard it was to maintain an 80% success rate in high-stakes investments. It wasn't just luck; it had to be skill. At last, he was starting to believe in Li Han's "big data" approach.
"Have you changed your mind, huh?" Li Han smiled. "But it's a pity; I don't think I'll be investing in wealth management for a while."
"Ah?! That's a shame!" The bank manager lamented, his expression filled with disappointment. "You could have made more money, so why..."
"I invested in wealth management products just to test my big data algorithm. Now that it's proven effective, I plan to shift to stocks," Li Han explained. 'The stock market is a better fit for leveraging big data."
"Well, that makes sense,' the bank manager mused. "After all, big data can offer insights into a CEO's abilities, market conditions, and even national trends, making judgments more accurate."
The bank manager's face then took on a comical expression, as if he were wrestling with some internal dilemma.
He looked as if he were desperately holding back the urge to rush off, like someone who couldn't find a restroom and was forced to endure.
''Are you okay?'' Li Han asked, suppressing a chuckle. ''Since you trust me, here's a gift before I make the shift. This wealth management project has a 92% chance of success, according to my big data calculations. How much you invest is up to you.''
Li Han had tailored this project using his Level 2 capabilities, spending a hundred data points. With a minimum initial investment of just ten thousand, the bank manager could start seeing profits right away.
However, the purchase limit exceeded ten thousand. If the bank manager trusted him, he could invest more.
Of course, the amount didn't matter. Li Han was testing a new 'earning through price difference' strategy.
If successful, he wouldn't need to stick to selling cars or taking side gigs for data points. Instead, he could recommend these specialised financial projects to others, earning data points in return.
And the strategy? Once he'd gained credibility in the stock market, others would follow his investment advice, trusting him because his stock picks would consistently show gains.
The bank manager already trusted Li Han's expertise. Looking ahead, Li Han could recommend other financial products to him and earn data points in return.
It was a win-win: the bank manager would make money, and Li Han would accumulate data points.
"Um..." The bank manager hesitated, clearly uneasy at the thought of Li Han not investing.
Noticing this, Li Han sighed and pulled out his phone. ''Fine, I'll throw in five thousand too, happy? You're an odd one. What would I gain by tricking you now? Do you think watching you lose a few thousand yuan would make my day?'
"Hey, bro, don't put it like that..." the bank manager laughed. ''The world's a risky place. People can be deceptive. I'm not pulling in hundreds of thousands a month like you. For an average Joe like me, tens of thousands are a big deal.''
Sly guy... Li Han thought to himself.
He only felt relieved after the bank manager made his investment.
Once he left the bank, Li Han immediately checked his phone. His data points had increased by 10.
These points were determined by the profit ratio. Even though the bank manager had invested twenty thousand, the profit rate was 50%, so he only gained 10 data points from it.
While trading 100 data points for just 10 in return might not seem like a great deal, it successfully validated his concept.
"It's done!" Li Han's heart raced with excitement. Now he had a more versatile way to rack up data points!
Gone were the days of stressing over car sales. All he had to do now was pick the right investment opportunities. He could invest himself and also recommend them to others, earning both money and data points.
However, he still needed to carefully consider how to achieve "profitability."