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Lin Zhichao sat in Cheung Kong's office, thinking about things.

Yesterday, he had a supper with Airship Tai (Huo) and got some information on the property.

For example, Li Kangjie, a company established by a group of businessmen from Hong Kong and Macao, he is the helmsman of this company, and an important figure in this team is Aomen He Xian; Although He Xian's shares are not much, I heard that he is the guarantor of all loans, and the lending bank is Hang Seng Bank.

Something is going to happen! Once this company is in trouble, He Xian, the guarantor, will definitely be in big trouble.

Of course, these things are not about Lin Zhichao, these people are not unlucky, how can there be Zheng Yutong, Li Shauji, and Guo Desheng!

Nowadays, it seems that there are about 10 real estate businessmen (tens of millions of capital) who were active in the mid-50s and mid-60s, including Lin Zhichao, Liao Baoshan, Airship Tai, Zhang Yujie, Chen Detai, Li Kangjie, Ma Jincan, Li Gaofu, and Peng Guozhen.

Amazing!

In fact, even if Li Kangjie, Chen Detai and others fall in the first wave, they will only be greatly injured; Even if Liao Baoshan is scared to death, she will leave a lot of wealth to her children, and she will become a billionaire family in the future; And Peng Guozhen seemed to be nourished until the early eighties, but as a result, he was affected by the Sino-British negotiation incident, and the company was liquidated, and the person died.

Along the way, how many opportunities and crises there are!

In the previous life, none of the big real estate developers in the 50s became a big climate, and after the 60s, the airship Thai was suppressed, and the Zhang Yuliang family was worried about liquidation, and the only ones who survived in the end were second- and third-rate real estate developers, and none of the top ten real estate companies in Hong Kong had their share.

Fortunately, Lin Zhichao understands the future market, otherwise he would definitely have a heel.

However, this time in contact with so many unlucky people, Lin Zhichao also calmed down and thought about the problem seriously, and he decided to postpone the purchase of a large number of plots of land, and at most buy one or two smaller plots of land.

In this way, by the middle of next year, in a year and a half, 32~350,000 square feet of land will be developed, and 1 million square feet will be left (excluding commercial land in Central); The 32~350,000 square feet of land (including the public square street) is expected to bring nearly 100 million profits.

Very good! This money is enough to build commercial buildings, buy real estate and land plots, and even buy commercial land in Central.

After thinking about it, Lin Zhichao stretched his waist and showed a satisfied look on his face.

It is a very important thing to plan the direction of development for the company, after all, as a boss, the most important thing is to be a 'qualified commander', not 'charge into battle'.

But having said that, Lin Zhichao still came to Campari Road to inspect two real estate projects after lunch.

"Boss, the progress is normal, and the three real estate projects in Kowloon can be completed on time in the second half of the year." As the chief engineer of the three real estate projects, Lu Xiaopei accompanied Lin Zhichao to inspect and report the situation.

Lin Zhichao wore a hard hat and learned about the situation at the first site of the construction site.

He is very satisfied with Lu Xiaopei, he is serious, meticulous, and strives for perfection, and he is a very capable architectural talent.

In order to work for a few more years for this kind of talent, Lin Zhichao directly gave him a salary increase at the end of last year, with a monthly salary of 2,000 yuan, and a year-end bonus of more than 3 months' salary at the end of the year. After calculation, Lu Xiaopei's annual salary is already 30,000 yuan.

However, such a salary level is much worse than that of core executives such as Huang Changhong and Hu Zhaoxu (4~50,000), and even Paul Li is higher than him.

In Poly Architecture, in terms of level, Lin Zhichao feels that Paul Li is more talented, while Lu Xiaopei is more experienced; In fact, these two were the owners of only a few listed construction companies in Hong Kong in their previous lives, and now they are both working for Lin Zhichao.

Lin Zhichao's salary is very high, and these people may not go out to work alone in the future, so Poly Construction will definitely be the No. 1 construction company in Hong Kong in the future, and there will be countless famous buildings built.

"Hmm. Progress and quality must be guaranteed, and these buildings may still be used even after 70 years, and we are responsible to the owners. ”

"No problem!"

One of the characteristics of Hong Kong's architecture is that there is a lot of steel bar. In fact, there are no particularly high requirements for earthquake resistance, but Hong Kong buildings have high requirements for typhoon resistance. Therefore, the density of steel bars used in those high-rise commercial buildings is really dense.

So the quality is really nothing to say!

Subsequently, Lin Zhichao said: "Next year we will build a first-class commercial building, you and Manager Li are both architectural elite talents, and then it will be a new challenge!" ”

Lu Xiaopei said excitedly: "I have also built high-rise commercial buildings in Shanghai, I must be able to!" ”

Lin Zhichao patted him on the shoulder and said, "Okay, the company will build a lot of commercial buildings in the future, but it will have a more modern design; There are times when you behave. You can rest assured that the salary will definitely increase every year, and you will not be given the opportunity to poach you. ”

Lu Xiaopei's face was embarrassed suddenly, he likes to change jobs, in the past, often after a project was over, there were already bosses poaching him, so he jumped ship; Once he changed jobs, his salary increased once, so he didn't think there was anything wrong with it, anyway, he was a project manager, and the task was already completed when the project was over.

However, after joining Poly Construction, he found that something was different, backed by Cheung Kong Industrial, and there were many large projects for him to supervise; Since last year, he has been the chief engineer of three real estate projects.

The salary is indeed high, before joining Cheung Kong, his annual salary was only a little more than 15,000 Hong Kong dollars.

After inspecting the construction details, Lin Zhichao left the construction site and rushed towards Tsuen Wan.

Li Paul and Lu Xiaopei, two construction talents, Lin Zhichao must have stayed to work for him for a long time, and the left and right are just high salaries, this kind of thing Lin Zhichao has always been very generous. So, maybe the 'working emperor' is more tempting than being a boss.

Next year, Lin plans to build No. 10 Xuechang Street, which is the first commercial building he has prepared.

In the conference room of the Yangtze River Industry Group, there are senior executives of the headquarters and the R&D team of trolley boxes headed by Hong Yunhao.

At this time, a suitcase made of steel frame, hard cloth, leather, copper nails, metal wheels, aluminum alloy trolleys and other materials, the overall impression to Lin Zhichao is that it is still a little heavy.

In fact, in the 70s of the previous life, the first generation of suitcases with wheels were four wheels and pulled with ropes; It wasn't until the 90s that aluminum alloy tie rods appeared.

On the whole, technology is not a big problem, but the opportunity for research and development has not appeared.

"How many pounds heavier than a normal suitcase?" Lin Zhichao directly picked up the suitcase and felt it.

Hong Yunhao immediately said: "The addition of wheels and levers adds a total of 1,550 grams of weight, and in terms of experience, I think it can be enjoyed by passengers." ”

Lin Zhichao nodded, and the others also admired the masterpiece of this product and showed surprised eyes.

Such a suitcase, if it is on the market, will definitely become popular in the market.

"Why not go with four wheels?" A senior executive asked.

Hong Yunhao immediately took the suitcase and demonstrated it in the conference room, and explained: "The four iron wheels will increase the weight, and the two wheels cooperate with the pull rod, so it is very labor-saving and convenient." If non-metallic wheels can be used, four wheels can be considered, and there will be a development direction in the later stage. ”

In fact, the research and development of trolley cases is not difficult, and a captain in the previous life can develop it, let alone a team specializing in research and development. The reason why it took a year was that in addition to experimentation, it was necessary to master the technology of the box itself.

However, Lin Zhichao was still not in a hurry, and said: "I decided to set up a 'Travelpro' brand luggage, specializing in providing suitcases for travelers around the world. Next, we will form a full-fledged company and register a patent while thoroughly understanding the technology of the suitcase, adopting the optimal box, and then promoting it. ”

Everyone has concentrated their efforts, and the Yangtze River Industrial Group is based on 'innovative products', which is not comparable to those copycat factories.

Wang Liang nodded and said, "Okay, then let's set up a new company - Travelpro immediately!" ”

Lin Zhichao said: "The general manager is Yunhao!" ”

None of the group's top management raised objections!

Hong Yunhao was overjoyed, and hurriedly said: "Thank you boss for cultivation, thank you colleagues for your trust." ”

He thought that if he was a technical talent, he would have no chance to become the general manager!

Lin Zhichao said: "Cheung Kong Industry Group is a huge product empire, and the general manager of each product or brand has great independence, but the group company has great supervision and evaluation rights. I hope that everyone will do their own work well and contribute to the development of the group. ”

"Yes, boss!"

In fact, for the promotion of Travelpro suitcases, Lin Zhichao has already thought of a good way, that is, to cooperate with Cathay Pacific Airways in the future, and cooperate with overseas airlines; Even, he did not hesitate to use Hollywood movies to promote.

Of course, as long as an international patent is registered, then the global brand that produces trolley cases will have to pay a patent fee to Travelpro. Even if it is produced in Hong Kong, royalties must be paid.

In this way, Hong Kong may become a major place for suitcase production, and before you know it, Lin Zhichao has contributed to Hong Kong's economy.

It's a refreshing feeling!

Da is also good for the world!

A few years ago, Lin Zhichao came to the factory of his second uncle Lin Yunchu in Sham Shui Po.

Today, Lin Yunchu has two factories in Sham Shui Po, engaged in the production of wigs and plastic flowers, and employs hundreds of workers.

"Second uncle, how much money did you make last year?" Lin Zhichao asked with a smile.

Because he is the second uncle, and the second uncle has also developed, the relationship between the two families is much deeper than before. It's a very simple truth, no matter how rich Lin Zhichao's nephew is, his second uncle is just an ordinary office worker, then Lin Zhichao doesn't want to be too close to this second uncle, because he is worried that the second uncle's family will be unbalanced and do things that hurt his family.

Human nature is like this, it is not that the rich people look down on the poor relatives, but they are worried that the poor relatives have an unbalanced mentality, and they may hate their rich relatives more than passers-by. Rich people can help poor relatives, but they cannot invite them to their homes, which is also to protect the dignity and family of poor relatives.

Lin Yunchu said excitedly: "I made 700,000 yuan" After speaking, he did not forget to add: "I, the owner of the factory, rely on the support of Yangtze River Industry, raw materials, sales channels, and technology, and I really take a lot of advantage." ”

Lin Zhichao didn't mind and said, "What's this, you are my second uncle." After a change of words, he added: "But by doing a line and being proficient in a line, you can learn more about the industry and analyze the prospects of the industry." If possible, it is natural to scale up and strive for more independent operations. ”

Lin Yunchu naturally didn't think there was anything wrong with his nephew's words, after all, if that was the case, wouldn't it be self-proof that he was incompetent.

He said sincerely: "You are right! I have always been aware of the dynamics of the industry, especially the wig industry and the plastic flower industry are facing more and more competition, and it is always beneficial to learn more. ”

Lin Zhichao said with satisfaction: "You're right! Whether it's a wig or a plastic flower, the competition will become more and more fierce, and I recently heard that the cost of wigs has risen again? ”

Lin Yunchu hesitated for a moment and said: "It is true that the cost has risen a little, not to mention the wages of workers, but the cost of raw materials for wigs has risen rapidly." Everyone asked about the Yangtze River trade, and it was said that some Indian businessmen had joined forces to raise prices, so the raw materials for wigs had risen. On the other hand, fierce competition has also led to European and American wholesalers to reduce prices in Hong Kong. But in any case, the profit margins are still very high. ”

Lin Zhichao wanted to understand the situation of the wig industry through Lin Yunchu's views, so he asked: "Second uncle, how do you think we should formulate some targeted measures?" ”

Lin Yunchu said: "There is still a mainland market for wig raw materials, but the Chamber of Commerce recommends that for the long-term development of the industry, try not to use mainland wigs, so as not to attract the attention of the U.S. Department of Commerce, so the vast majority of factory owners are complying with it." However, now Indian businessmen and Indonesian businessmen are really a bit hateful, and they jointly raise prices, and it is said that the price in Indonesia and Indian ports has reached seven or eight Hong Kong dollars each. ”

Lin Zhichao nodded and said, "Well, I know, I will have a meeting when the time comes, and discuss the solution." ”

As the president of the Wig Chamber of Commerce, he naturally can't ignore everything and let his subordinates do it, but he wants to make contributions and convince the members of the Chamber of Commerce.

Now that Hong Kong wigs have been around for more than two years, it's time to open up a new market for raw materials.

When Lin Zhichao was about to leave, Lin Yunchu asked: "Zhichao, the house has risen very much recently, do you say there is any investment value?" ”

He smiled and said, "Second Uncle has money in his hand and wants to speculate in real estate?" There was a hint of ridicule in the words.

Lin Yunchu said honestly: "It's not that I want to speculate in real estate, but I make money, but I always feel that it is not so real and down-to-earth, and sometimes when I dream, I feel that everything is a dream." It's developed so fast, your second aunt is about to float! ”

Lin Zhichao, Lin Yunchu's situation is understandable, their family may have accepted their fate, and the nephew will only provide for his cousins to study and live, and will not let the two of them become rich; However, just when they had no fantasies for a long time, Lin Zhichao suddenly supported their family, and in just two years, they easily became millionaires.

It's like dreaming!

Lin Zhichao thought for a while and said: "If you buy a house, as long as you don't go into debt, you won't lose money if you hold it for a long time, after all, Hong Kong has so many people, and real estate is promising." However, in the case of the second uncle, he should save money first, and then buy a plot of land in a few years to build an industrial building. Save one floor for your own use and rent out the rest, so that wealth will allow you to sleep. ”

Lin Yunchu was overjoyed and hurriedly said, "How many floors are there in the industrial building?" ”

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "Don't worry about that first, you can't even buy land without two million!" And on the plastic flower, you should also increase the production capacity, do not stand still. Wigs are almost there, but the global market for plastic flowers has just begun. ”

"Okay, I'll listen to you!"

"Well, you and my uncle and nephew, I will always have to handle the affairs of the factory building for you in the future, of course, the money is yours."

"That's nature!"

casually instruct Lin Yunchu on the development of real estate, and he will naturally become a billionaire in the future.

In the port of India, several people who do wig buyers get together, they are big buyers in various Indian states, and there are many hawkers under their umbrella, through layers of purchases, they take the real hair to the port city, and then there will be Hong Kong wholesalers to trade regularly.

For a handful of real hair, they earn 0.5 US dollars, which is at least tens of thousands of US dollars a year, because Hong Kong imports more than 100,000 wigs in India a year.

The leader is called Sanjay, and he takes the lead and says: "A wig is worth $200 or more in Europe and the United States; But now, Hong Kong traders are only willing to give 1.3~1.5 US dollars, not even one percent. I suggest that the price be increased again, at least $1.8~2. ”

Some people are worried: "The price increase is so high, what if Hong Kong traders go to other channels to buy?" ”

Sanjay immediately said confidently: "Our fellow countryman Harry in Hong Kong told us that Indian wig raw materials occupy an important source in Hong Kong, and the share is very large; And as long as the price rises on our side, the price will also increase on the Indonesian side. Harry also said that the Hong Kong wig industry is very profitable, and it will completely compromise with us. ”

Hearing Sanjay say this, someone immediately asked with concern: "But Harry of the Charililla family, I heard that their clothing industry is very big." ”

Sanjay said: "Yes, it's them, this family's business in Hong Kong is very big, and they are big businessmen in Hong Kong!" Harry, an Indian in Hong Kong, cares a lot about our wig buyer and thinks we should be more profitable. ”

"Okay, I'm in favor, we're going to join forces and fight for higher profits."

"Yes, Hong Kong people are too cunning to buy our wigs so cheaply!"

Soon, everyone decided to increase the price at $2 a handful (i.e. a handful of more than HK$11).

The other side.

Harry and George brothers are also discussing about Hong Kong wigs.

George said suspiciously: "Harry, you trick Indian wig buyers into raising prices, what good is this for us?" ”

The Charilila family is not charitable, and being involved in this kind of incident for no reason is very puzzling to the rest of the family.

Harry smiled and said, "The good thing is that if I succeed in what I plan, then we may be able to get the wig trade rights from India, and then the Hong Kong wig merchants will have to buy wigs from us." ”

When George heard this, he was immediately interested!

The rule of the Charillera family is that whatever business makes money, you must do it, and diversification is conducive to the stability of the family business.

"Is the wig trade very profitable?"

Harry said: "Assuming that the import price from the Indian port is 10~11 Hong Kong dollars, and the cost of shipping back to Hong Kong is only 15 Hong Kong dollars, we earn 3~5 Hong Kong dollars for a wig, and Hong Kong imports wigs in hundreds of thousands every year, and the profit is also hundreds of thousands, this cake is very big." ”

When George heard this, he immediately said: "Yes, yes, this trade should be done by us Indian merchants, not for the Chinese." ”

Harry nodded, and said, "Moreover, I will design it, maybe it can be imported at the port for only 7~8 Hong Kong dollars, and then we will be more profitable." ”

He wants to make a stink of the relationship between the Indian wig buyer and the Yangtze River Trade, and the Yangtze River Trade may go to Indonesia at that time, so the blank market is just right for him to take over.

Why not!

If you don't mess with the relationship between the two families, it will be difficult for the Charililla family to do this trade. (End of chapter)