Chapter 1417: Dong Xuebing’s determination

Chapter 1417: Dong Xuebing’s determination

Afternoon.

County Investment Promotion Bureau.

Second floor, Director's office.

Dong Xuebing didn't look too good. He was genuinely frustrated by the investment promotion performance in their county. He could see that it wasn't because the staff at the Investment Promotion Bureau lacked capability. It was simply that the conditions in their county were unfavorable. Otherwise, with Zheng Dayou achieving such modest results every year, how could he continue sitting steadily in the position of Bureau Director without being held accountable? Obviously, in the eyes of the county, Zheng Dayou wasn't deemed highly responsible. They might even consider attracting investments in the millions as a commendable achievement. Dong Xuebing casually took a pack of Zhonghua cigarettes from his pocket, flicked one out, and lit it up. Although Zheng Dayou politely offered him a lighter, Dong Xuebing declined, waving his hand and lighting it himself. Zheng Dayou, being considerably older, treated him with a lot of courtesy, and Dong Xuebing had a good impression of him, naturally showing respect.

"Old Zheng, do you smoke?"

"I do, but not much."

"Well, have one."

"I'll smoke my own cigarettes."

"Come on. Take mine."

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Dong Xuebing handed him one, and Zheng Dayou accepted it with both hands, sniffed it first, and then leisurely took a puff. Dong Xuebing looked at the cigarette box on his desk. Baodou is a domestic brand that costs about two or three RMB. He sighed in his heart. It wasn't that he looked down on Zheng Dayou, but he felt helpless about the economic situation in their county. In the investment promotion department where Dong Xuebing worked, even the staff who didn't smoke casually pulled out cigarettes worth at least a few dozen RMB. Such departments needed to maintain face. Investors had to believe they were trustworthy and had strength before considering investing. If even the Director smoked cigarettes worth two or three RMB, with no independent office space, and only four people in total, who would be willing to invest? People would probably just take a look and leave. Dong Xuebing knew that this was just a superficial analysis. Establishing a good facade for the Investment Promotion Bureau would require financial support, which their county couldn't afford. It was an impossible task. No matter how much Dong Xuebing talked about it, it wouldn't change the fact that it wasn't his money alone but the money of the entire county.

Zheng Dayou immediately led the applause.

Chen Yunsong and Gong Na also clapped but with less vigor.

Dong Xuebing looked at them and said, "From the applause, I can tell there is not much confidence. I know you want to say something, but let me say this before you do. There will be an investment promotion conference in the city on Saturday, lasting at least a week. The city should attract many powerful investors. This is an opportunity for us. I've been busy with other matters, but starting today, I will focus all my attention and energy on our Investment Promotion Bureau for the next month. From tomorrow onwards, my office will be here. Zheng, you don't need much preparation. There's an empty desk here; I'll work with everyone here."

Zheng Dayou was taken aback.

The other staff didn't react either, unexpectedly looking at Dong Xuebing.

Dong Xuebing said, "I will apply for some funds. It won't be much, but it will be enough. I'll consider the remaining details and specific execution plan when I return today. Tomorrow, I will give everyone a schedule. If you have any suggestions, as long as they help us attract investors, think about them when you return. You can bring it up tomorrow. The future work will be a lot, and it will be busy. Let me give you a heads-up. I hope your spirits and enthusiasm will be different when I see everyone tomorrow."

Gong Na cutely raised her hand.

Dong Xuebing nodded at her, "You have something to say."

Gong Na bravely said, "If the target is the city's investment promotion conference, our manpower may not be enough."

Zheng Dayou hesitated, "Mayor Dong, besides funding, can we ask the county for a few more people? There are only four of us running around; it's really"

"Four people? You're not just four people," Dong Xuebing walked slowly, tapping one of the empty desks, "This is my seat now. From today, we are five people. If we don't have enough receptionists, I'll handle it. Any problems?"

The group exchanged surprised glances, realizing that Mayor Dong was serious.