TL: Etude
“Have I covered everything about the future development plans? Do you have any feedback for me?”
Jiang Qin’s gaze swept across the people in Room 208.
“Boss, it seems like the marketing department is short-staffed. Although we haven’t stopped recruiting from the public, it’s still not enough to meet our immediate needs.”
Wei Lanlan relayed the issue reported by Bao Wenping.
With only twelve people in the marketing planning department and the expanding scope of promotions, a staff shortage was inevitable. To maintain the pace of promotions, more hands were needed in the department.
“Alright, I’ll take care of this matter.”
After Jiang Qin spoke, he patted the table, “You guys continue to enjoy the air conditioning in the office, relishing the cool breeze, while your handsome boss has to brave the scorching sun, fighting on the streets for your future happiness!”
Su Nai, with a serious face, pushed up his glasses, “Boss, you’re shameless. Please remember who’s working for whom, okay?”
“You can also see it as me working for all of you, which should make your work more enthusiastic!”
“Damn, some bosses are like this, completely lacking boundaries, which is why their business keeps growing.”
Wei Lanlan thought Su Nai was going to curse the boss into bankruptcy, but the last sentence took a surprising turn, almost leaving her breathless.
By this time, Jiang Qin had already left the Entrepreneurship Center and arrived in the city center, parked his car, and started wandering aimlessly along Xinghong Avenue.
His visit was actually to inspect the areas in the city center where promotions had been launched.
A good boss always controls the company’s overall direction but should never lose touch with the grassroots. Field inspection is vital for obtaining direct, frontline market feedback.
“Damn, it’s so hot.”
Arriving at a supermarket entrance, Jiang Qin couldn’t help but buy an ice-cold Coke.
The onset of midsummer brought blazing sunshine, and the pedestrians stuck to the shady sides of the streets, hurrying along.
Such weather was actually beneficial for group purchase promotions.
Due to the high outdoor temperatures, people couldn’t stay outside for long. Those looking to shop wouldn’t wander around looking for stores, so searching online for nearby merchants and services became the best choice.
If you fancied a store and wanted to spend there, the group purchase packages were cheaper than offline options, and real reviews helped avoid pitfalls. Who could resist that?
Jiang Qin continued along the shade and turned into the commercial street behind the Golden Apple Community.
After a round of aggressive promotions, this street had completely transformed into a group purchasing hub, with every shopfront displaying discount posters.
These merchants were now both partners and promoters of group purchasing.
Jiang Qin randomly entered a shop, ordered a chicken rice dish, and noticed a poster on the wall opposite: “Give a five-star review when ordering through group purchase, and get a free tea egg or sausage.”
“Hey, young man, give me a good review, and here’s a sausage for you.”
“Boss, doesn’t this kind of deal hurt your business?”
Some people might work a job for half a lifetime but remain at a beginner’s level.
Except for high-end departments, there wasn’t much innovation or specialized research. Everyone followed templates: using templates for PowerPoint presentations, reports, even web design and planning. Apart from smooth social skills, there wasn’t much to admire.
“Alright, go back and prepare well. I’ll have Lanlan contact you in the afternoon.”
“Okay, we’ll wait for Sister Lanlan’s call.”
“I’ll head back first then. Have a milk tea before you leave, order anything you like. Your boss lady loves treating people. Remember to thank her in the group chat later; she’ll be happy.”
Jiang Qin joked as he stood up, took his car keys, and prepared to leave. Then he noticed the customers at the third table behind him staring intently.
They were not strangers, quite the opposite. He recognized each one of them.
Yu Shasha, Gu Tiantian, and a twin-tailed girl who had acted as a promoter during the opening of the Xi Tian Milk Tea Shop’s university branch.
Along with them were Chu Siqi and Wang Huiru, who he hadn’t seen in a long time. University life was quite leisurely, and it was not unusual for high school friends like Yu, Wang, and Chu to visit each other’s campuses.
However, when Chu Siqi saw Jiang Qin looking over, she noticeably averted her gaze, her expression becoming tense.
The same reaction was mirrored by Gu Tiantian, who had previously insisted on becoming Jiang Qin’s “boss lady.”
“Jiang Qin, what brings you to Linchuan University?” Wang Huiru waved at him.
“Just enjoying the good weather, walking around Linchuan University, and handling some business.”
After speaking, Jiang Qin looked towards the barista, “This table is my friends. Give them a free meal.”
The barista immediately nodded, “Sure thing, boss.”
“It’s been a long time. Why don’t we sit together?” Wang Huiru couldn’t help but invite him.
Actually, Jiang Qin didn’t have a bad impression of Wang Huiru. This girl, unlike her friends, had reasonable views and sufficient emotional intelligence. He wouldn’t mind sitting down for a chat with her alone.
But with Chu Siqi there, he felt there wasn’t much to talk about.
Facing this former class beauty, Jiang Qin no longer felt any thrill; he could confront her indifferently. But a chat was out of the question – his time was too valuable.
“Maybe next time. I have some things to handle right now. I’ll ask you out some other time.”
“Alright then.”
Jiang Qin turned and left Xi Tian Milk Tea. Chu Siqi and Gu Tiantian at the table became distracted.
Yu Shasha, observing this, thought to herself that her crush was indeed invincible. “He’s gone now. Don’t be silly, let’s drink our milk tea.”
Chu Siqi bit her lip, “The boss lady he mentioned who likes to treat people, that’s Feng Nanshu, right?”
“Siqi, don’t ask anymore. Just think of Jiang Qin as an ordinary high school classmate. Forget about him, and you’ll feel much lighter.”
“...”
Gu Tiantian looked at Yu Shasha in surprise, then at Chu Siqi, who was visibly taller than herself. Seemingly understanding something, her mood sank even further.