Chapter 62: Self-sufficiency
"Leading the way" Ji Xin was also willing to chat with his new subordinates a few more words, so he responded with the boat.
"Okay, go this way" Roger's performance is much more attentive than Thomas, after all, he has only contacted his boss, he doesn't understand each other, and his temperament is even stranger, so it's better to be polite.
"In fact, Blackberry Ranch was originally a small place, less than a tenth of what it is now. According to the records, in 1930, during a hike from Chicago to Georgia, Florida and Davelisa discovered that it was even more perfect than they had ever dreamed, and Florita's stockings hung up on a blackberry grove past them, and the name Blackberry Ranch was born, which was established in 1940. ”
"Then it gradually expanded to where it is now? That's remarkable" Ji Xin thought that the planning was like this at the beginning, you must know that construction is always difficult, not to mention the accumulation of little by little.
Roger also looked impressed, "Yes, that talented founder has created a great business through his own hard work, and has the Blackberry Ranch brand." It's a pity that the descendants are not angry, and we can only barely maintain the name after we reach it, and this was the first rural leisure mecca in the United States. Until now, there will be many cowboys who spontaneously mourn on the day of his death, and everyone is missing him. ”
"Yes, I followed my father when I was very young, and the dream of being a good cowboy was established at that time," Thomas also recalled.
Ji Xin didn't know that his industry had such a glorious past, and asked with interest, "I'm surprised, this is almost a celebrity anecdote, right?" So what about now? ”
"Well, after the title of No. 1 was snatched away by other ranches, our customer source loss was very serious. Many projects were cut, and when they reached the hands of the previous boss, the drastic reform has finally achieved some results now. ”
"It's a luxury trip that integrates leisure and vacation", Ji Xin's original inspiration for the transformation of the Great Smoky Mountain Ranch came from here. The plan he started with was BlackBerry Ranch No. 2. I have made a lot of preparations for this, but unfortunately the group I reported a few days ago is only a civilian tour, the price is relatively moderate, and I win by quantity. How luxurious it is, Ji Xin can only rely on imagination.
Roger was not surprised that Ji Xin knew the concept, after all, others would definitely understand it in detail when they inspected it. Even in negotiations with large financial implications, it is not impossible to eliminate commercial spies. There are still many people in China who are responsible for collecting information and then selling it on a full-time basis. This is also very normal in Roger's opinion. Know yourself and know your opponent, and you will not be defeated in a hundred battles!!
"Blackberry Ranch is aimed at the elite rich who have plenty of money and time, but are tired of being in the city. We offer the utmost elegance and sophistication, from fine dining, outdoor adventure and fishing, camping, golf and much more to all in this small luxury ranch."
At the mention of this, Roger was a little proud, because his current fame was partly due to him. He turned back to Ji Xin, who listened carefully, and suggested, "Boss, as long as the ranch continues to be in shape, maybe next year we can apply to enter the list of luxury private ranches in the United States."
At that time, fame would make the profits higher. You made the right choice, I can't believe how short-sighted Neil (the former boss) was to make the decision to ditch BlackBerry? ”
"I'm glad to hear you say that, thanks to the hard work you and your staff." Ji Xin knew that this was Roger's statement, and it was also the goal of the ranch. Of course, it's still nice to be touted by others without leaving a trace, even if the credit is not for yourself.
"I'm going to try to do it, the staff are united and everyone is motivated. In fact, the main thing is that the foundation is good. Now there are many tourists who are willing to come over for leisure many times, and some even stay for more than ten days, the charm of Blackberry is so huge, no matter what, I won't get tired of it" Roger was a little incoherent, which showed his excitement at this time.
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After a circle, Ji Xin's task was successfully completed. First of all, it reassured people's hearts, from the management to the employees were high-spirited, Ji Xin's appearance and speech were still full of positive energy; Then he accepted Thomas's position, and he seemed to be several years younger when he saw the old man's saliva finger drawings, which made Ji Xin feel that he could worry less. In the end, it is to spend money, excluding road repairs, red envelopes and daily expenses, Ji Xin calculated that there are less than 8 million Franklin in his account that he can spend freely.
"You have to save some money during this time, it's not good to borrow money to live." Ji Xin touched his chin, thinking about the big radishes in his space, it was time to see the light of day.
"The main reason is that this year's situation is special, the newly taken over several ranches only spend money and do not make money, all of them have to rely on the support of the Great Smoky Mountain Ranch, and it is normal for the pressure to be a little high" Thomas also roughly understood Ji Xin's thoughts, and persuaded on the side, "These assets are all benign, not to mention that you can also borrow from the bank, we are not a small ranch without the ability to repay, and the bank near the small amount of money can call the shots"
Roger was also a little embarrassed, after all, the working capital of BlackBerry Ranch was taken away by the original boss, which was where Ji Xin needed to spend the most money. So he also followed up with a suggestion, "Or raise more cattle and sheep here next year to create side income or something"
The blackberry ranch raises fewer livestock than Ji Xin's side, after all, this is a ranch with tourism as the main profit point. The cows are also raised, and the groups of big-eyed sunny are very cute, mainly to meet the beautiful scenery of cattle and sheep in the wind-blown grassland in the minds of tourists, and making money is secondary.
"No, I won't do anything to abandon the basics" Ji Xin decisively rejected this bad idea, but Roger is afraid that it is just a matter of saying it, and if he really wants to agree to implement it, I am afraid that he will be the first to jump out and oppose it at that time" What is the smell of cow and sheep manure in the luxury scenic spot all day long? Besides, it is more troublesome to increase the number of people. ”
Then the man reminded, "And Lao Tuo, I don't want to touch the loan until I am desperate, that always makes me unsteady." Even before going to bed, I think about how much debt I have. ”
"Next year the owner's ranch will be self-sufficient. Even large dividends are expected. Thomas nodded indifferently, anyway, Chinese like to save money, and the impression of not being cold to early consumption is well known, and Ji Xin's answer is also expected
"If you really lack money, Simon's cattle and sheep can be sold properly, and it is impossible to gain too much weight in a short period of time anyway. Although there is a loss now, some funds can still be withdrawn. The beef cattle from the Great Smoky Mountains Ranch are still coming as planned, we have found a buyer, and the price they give is very good"
"Okay, that's it" Ji Xin looked at his right-hand man and reached an agreement, and agreed. Money is inexhaustible, and properly handling a batch of survivors can also reduce pressure, at least you don't have to fight the idea of money in your own pocket.