Time flies, and in the blink of an eye it is July (1993).

The resignation of Ma Shimin, the president of Hutchison Whampoa, was confirmed by the media; The candidate to replace him is Huo Jianning, deputy managing director of Cheung Kong and executive director and vice president of Kee Whampoa.

After his departure, Ma will continue to serve as a non-executive director of Hutchison Whampoa.

Such a big news is naturally hyped and inquired about by the media, after all, Ma Shimin can be regarded as the 'first general' of the Changshi department.

The reason why I say this is because Cheung Kong has two chief executive officers - Lin Ruihuan and Ma Shimin, of which Lin Ruihuan is the boss, so Ma Shimin is naturally regarded as the 'number one general'; in particular, the scale of Hutchison Whampoa and the parent company Cheung Kong Group is relatively close, and Ma Shimin is also the chairman of the board of directors of HK Electric.

Hutchison Whampoa's business is very diversified, more complex than Cheung Kong Group, and it is difficult for ordinary people to take care of it in an orderly manner; And Ma Shimin undoubtedly did it.

After Ma Shimin left his post, he was questioned by the media and accepted wealth, and he said truthfully:

"About a year ago, I felt that I had been working at Hutchison Whampoa for a long time, and I knew that I had rarely had such a long experience."

"It takes a lot of determination to ask Sir Lin to resign, and I did it twice, the first time I just spoke, and the second time was about half a year ago, and I decided after careful consideration not to let him change my mind, so we calmly explained it in detail; Sir Lin listened carefully to my reasons, and finally accepted them, which is really wise and wise. ”

"I have a good relationship with Sir Lam, he is a good boss who thinks of others and I understand why many of my colleagues have been working with him for decades. Sir Lin is a big hero in my heart, and we will maintain a friendly relationship in the future. ”

"I also learned a lot from Sir Lam. What I admire most is that he is always very confident, and he does not drag his feet at all, as if there is nothing in the world that cannot be difficult for him. ”

Although Ma Shimin tried his best to say the good side, the media naturally would not let go of this 'fate' so easily, so they went out one after another to search for news materials that could be written.

Some media pointed out that Lin Zhichao was dissatisfied with Ma Shimin's several failed investments: one was to acquire a Canadian natural gas company, but did not get the management rights, forcing Hutchison Whampoa to have no choice but to write off the debt; One was the CT2 (second-generation wireless network), which was supposed to be invested, but it was stopped halfway through (the first users were not ideal).

Some media pointed out that Lin Zhichao was dissatisfied with Ma Shimin's participation in the political Z incident, which embarrassed him: once was the election of parliamentarians in 1991; One was the issue of Ma Shimin's political reform in favor of Fei Peng. This made Lin Zhichao, who was determined to invest heavily in the mainland, very embarrassed, and Ma Shimin was not allowed to participate in all mainland projects.

In fact, there is a certain discrepancy in everything, and it is not like the media exaggerated.

First of all, although Ma Shimin failed to invest in some projects, these projects were prepared and not minded by Lin Zhichao;

Secondly, Ma Shimin and Fei Peng are close, and Lin Zhichao is not unable to 'back down' - the mainland project does not take Ma Shimin, allowing Ma Shimin to concentrate on developing overseas business.

As for Huo Jianning's promotion arrangement, he is not so urgent, and he also has a place for him. First of all, Huo Jianning is only 41 years old this year, which is still young; Secondly, Fok Jianning is already one of the top five core executives (deputy managing director) of Cheung Kong Group, as well as an executive director of Hutchison Whampoa (equivalent to the chairman of the board of directors and president).

In other words, as long as Ma Shimin can do it, Lin Zhichao will not have the idea of driving him away; Even, he still kept Ma Shimin.

The media have disturbed and can't stop Lin Zhichao's new layout.

Hutchison.

Lin Zhichao and Huo Jianning were in the office, explaining.

"I'm always bullish on the oil business, so there's no need to be overly bearish on the Husky side!"

Oil and gas have always been part of Lin Zhichao's long-term investment. Although in the eyes of outsiders, this is the poor performance of investment, and even affects the stock of Hutchison Whampoa.

Huo Jianning nodded and said, "Okay. Husky can also turn to the mainland to invest and cooperate in the development of oil fields in the South China Sea, in addition to further optimizing finances through restructuring, mergers and acquisitions. When the time is ripe, choose to go public to cash out your funds."

Lin Zhichao appreciated: "Well, you are an expert in this regard, and it is up to you to decide." ”

Huo Jianning said modestly: "The boss let Husky invest a lot of natural gas in the past few years, laying a great foundation!" ”

Compared with the Husky in the previous life, this life must have more assets, and many natural gas wells have been purchased from the United States and Canada, so the Husky is at least 50% larger than the previous life. At the same time, Hutchison Whampoa owns 88% of Husky's shares (7% of Lin Ruihuan and 5% of Canadian Imperial Bank) has also doubled its shares, and Hutchison Whampoa has injected another 3 billion Hong Kong dollars.

In short, Hutchison Whampoa has invested about 7 billion Hong Kong dollars in 'Husky'. This investment was made up for thanks to a $600 million non-recurring profit earned by Japan.

Lin Zhichao continued: "In terms of overseas telecommunications, we have almost contracted, the UK and Australia are the focus of development, and the UK's Orange is the top priority, and I am optimistic about the development of this company. ”

Huo Jianning nodded and said, "Understood!" ”

The boss will not care about the specific operation, but the boss will give the direction, which is the real 'boss style'.

Lin Zhichao also said: "In the retail field, the development potential is huge, and we will continue to maintain the rhythm of overseas expansion. In addition, it is necessary to take advantage of the development of 'Hong Kong Flow' and the Watsons brand to develop beauty, health care and other products."

Huo Jianning said seriously: "Well, I have studied the Hong Kong culture, and I think it can become a pillar industry development in Hong Kong."

After all, it is the Lin family's industry, and he will always pay attention to it, let alone the boss who proposed it.

Lin Zhichao said: "Then the Chinese have to be the governor and formulate big policies, it's almost the same!" However, with media groups taking the lead, many entertainment companies in Hong Kong will follow suit, and I believe that this industry has great prospects. ”

The two have communicated for a long time, although the president of Hutchison Whampoa can be said to have real power, it is impossible to get rid of Lin Zhichao, the chairman of the board of directors, so the general direction is still in the hands of Lin Zhichao.

Finally, Lin Zhichao said: "Overseas development, it is very important to be familiar with local laws and regulations, Zhou Hu Mufang's ability is very good, and he can be your right-hand man." Later, I'm going to promote her to vice president."

"Lawyer Zhou Hu's work ability is indeed high, and I am very happy that she has been further recognized by her boss!"

Zhou Hu Mufang is Hu Baoxing's sister and Hu Zhaochi's daughter.

Lin Zhichao has a great relationship with the Hu family, in addition to being fellow villagers, they have been friends for decades, and Hu Baoxing has also been Lin Zhichao's personal lawyer.

Zhou Hu Mufang also graduated from a prestigious law school, and was recruited to Hutchison Whampoa by Lin Zhichao in his early years, and now it is time to be promoted to a senior executive. In this way, Hutchison Whampoa has two core Chinese executives, further increasing the status of Chinese or locals.

As for Huo Jianning's financial and technical work in Cheung Kong, as early as three years ago, he was replaced by Lu Falan.

Poor Lao Li, everything was robbed by Lin Zhichao!

Although Lin Zhichao supported him to acquire Wheelock Group, due to the high purchase price at that time, Li Jiacheng is now barely squeezed into the top ten chaebol list. They are: Lin Zhichao, Keswick, Kwok Bingxiang, Lee Shau Kee, Shi Waiya, Kadoorie, Cheng Yutong, Tong Chung Yuyuan, Lee Ka-shing, and Ronnie Chan.

The worst is the Bao Yugang family, which can't be squeezed into the top 20, and Wu Guangzheng ranked third in his previous life (calculated in 1993 by controlling the market value of listed companies). Other tycoons also have a certain amount of strength weakened, after all, as the top of the list, the market value of the listed companies controlled by Lin Zhichao's family is too huge.

In late March, Lin Zhichao returned to Hong Kong from the mainland.

This year, Lin Zhichao has been to the mainland four times, three of which were 'official events', and he was received and summoned to the highest level;

As for the inspection of the project, most of the projects this year were inspected by the two sons, and then Lin Zhichao was consulted and clapped. However, last year (1992), the Lin family invested in fifty or sixty projects in one go, most of which were talked about by Lin Zhichao.

In just two years, the total investment of the project negotiated by the Lin family in the mainland is about 20 billion US dollars, involving:

Commercial real estate (shopping malls, comprehensive office buildings, department stores), development real estate (old city reconstruction, real estate development), infrastructure (roads, bridges, power plants, running water, tunnels), hotels (Shangri-La Hotel, Miramar Hotel, Langham Hotel), container terminals, food and beverage, manufacturing, etc.

Including the Red Bull brand, it is also seeking mainland partners, and the approval will be more smoothly passed.

In fact, many projects are still invited by the mainland government to invest, as long as there is a 10% rate of return, Lin Zhichao will make a decision.

But there is one project that Lin Zhichao rejected, that is, the transformation of 'Lane 37', and the reason is very good - if it is glued to the protection of cultural relics, he will not make any more profits. Although he offended people, Lin Zhichao was not worried - to put it bluntly, he would run when it was time to run.

"Chairman, Miss Zhou is here!"

"Let her in!"

After a while, Zou Kaixuan came to Lin Zhichao's office.

It stands to reason that she can't see Lin Zhichao as an unknown person; This time it was introduced by Dong Jianhua, and it must be about the project on Chang'an Street in Beijing.

"Hello, Mr. Lin!" Even if Zou Kaixuan has seen the world, he is still a little nervous in the face of Lin Zhichao.

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "Don't be nervous, I heard Dong Sheng say it, so today you will tell me the reason for letting me invest!" ”

Zou Kaixuan stabilized his mind, and said in his heart that this person is straightforward and straightforward, and he is a refreshing person.

"Alright, please give me five minutes."

Five minutes later.

Zou Kaixuan looked at Lin Zhichao, she was waiting for the good news, because Dong Sheng was very optimistic about this project, and agreed to invest at that time.

However, bad news awaited her.

Lin Zhichao said: "I can't invest in this project for three reasons: first, there are restrictions on the height of Chang'an Street, and there are many things to do in the later stage. Second, the feng shui on Chang'an Street affects Bauhinia City, and it is easy to be resisted by seniors; Third. The project in Beijing is troublesome and risky, so I will not invest in a controversial project. ”

Zou Kaixuan was stunned, she didn't expect Lin Zhichao to be so 'timid', and hurriedly explained: "Mr. Lin, please give me another three minutes to explain." The first point you mentioned is that there is actually a lot of room for maneuver, and the government relations over there are negotiated by our company. The second point is that the mainland needs to be modernized, and the architecture of Chang'an Street has greatly affected the aesthetics. Thirdly, since our company plans this project and charges a 4% fee, all the formalities will be completed, and you investors only need to intervene when everything is completed. ”

Lin Zhichao shook his head with a smile, told the matter of 'Sanqi Lane', and then said: "Even if I can successfully make money, I will not invest in this kind of project that will be criticized in the future." ”

Zou Kaixuan's mood suddenly darkened, without Lin Zhichao's investment, who else can afford to invest in this project?

Or, you have to find more investors to win.

In contrast, if Lin Zhichao invests, the investors of this project only need Dong Jianhua and Lin Zhichao.

"Then do you want to think about it again, I'll wait for your news at any time!"

Lin Zhichao said: "I'm afraid I can't wait, and I'll delay your business." Actually, Miss Zou, I appreciate your ability, putting this project aside, are you interested in doing things for me? ”

Zou Kaixuan was stunned for a moment, a little at a loss, this was a good thing, but after all, he could earn hundreds of millions of dollars on the project of Chang'an Street.

Lin Zhichao said: "How much do you earn if you take that project?" ”

Zou Kaixuan hesitated for a moment and said: "This project should invest 10 billion Hong Kong dollars, and according to the 4% commission, I should take about 400 million." ”

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "I can afford 400 million to you, come and work for me!" ”

"Ahh

Zou Kaixuan was surprised!

Lin Zhichao added: "Of course, it's not a one-time opportunity for you to earn 400 million, after all, you can't do this project in a few years." But I'm sure, follow me, and you'll definitely make more than 400 million! ”

Talents are rare, and it is in the Internet era to lead, and his Victoria Harbour Investment still lacks a talent in this area. Zou Kaixuan not only completed the Oriental Plaza project in his previous life, but also suggested that Li Jiacheng invest in the Internet, which shows that she is very sensitive to new things.

This is the talent that Lin Zhichao needs!

Originally, Lin Zhichao liked Yuan Tianfan, but Yuan Tianfan is now the boss and has not yet touched the ashes, so he is not good at forcing Yuan Tianfan to join. However, it is certain that Yuan Tianfan will also join the Lin family camp in the future, because he opened a company, and Lin Zhichao also subscribed for 10% of the shares.

Zou Kaixuan asked, "What kind of work does Mr. Lin plan to let me do?" ”

She was curious, if she was a secretary, her annual salary would be 10 million.

Of course, if she really wanted to be a secretary, she would have decided to do it at this time, even if she couldn't earn 400 million.

She saw very clearly that this was the best shortcut to her success, following the tycoon's side. What's more, Mr. Lin Zhichao will definitely not coax her.

Lin Zhichao said: "My private investment company, Victoria Harbour Investment, needs an investor, I plan to be an investor in Silicon Valley, and you are my agent. ”

"I do!"

Zou Kaixuan blurted out!

If it is the Changshi system and the Jiucang system, she has to consider it. But if it is Victoria Harbour Investment, Lin Zhichao's private investment company, then she doesn't have to think about it at all.

Lin Zhichao said: "Okay! I still don't invest in that project in Beijing, you should find a way to deal with it as soon as possible, and then come to Victoria Harbour to invest and work. The annual salary is fixed at 10 million Hong Kong dollars, and you will be given dividends in the future, so you can rest assured that I will not let you suffer if you make or lose. ”

"Hmm"

Subsequently, Lin Zhichao gave Zou Kaixuan his personal contact information and gave her time to deal with things.

Lin Zhichao employs people and pays attention to three points:

First, give him treatment, so the Hong Kong working emperors are basically from the Cheung Kong system, and other high-level officials are not bad;

Second, give him a good future, let him have a sense of responsibility, the company's performance is linked to his salary, high-level enjoyment of 'stock options', employees enjoy 'year-end bonuses', these will increase their sense of responsibility for the company.

Third, trust, after a period of time with a person's colleagues, Lin Zhichao will evaluate this person - is his life direction right? Is he positive about himself and the company? Did you do the things given to him seriously? After evaluation, the person behaves well, and becomes a 'cronie', and then there is trust. Otherwise, if there is no sense of trust, if you leave it to one person to do things, and you have to send three people to supervise, then the enterprise will not be able to do it.

Because of this, there are thousands of 'cronies' around Lin Zhichao, and they have all won Lin Zhichao's trust and become the core of the company. Otherwise, how can Lin Zhichao manage a number of group enterprises with more than 100,000 employees.

It is also because of this that Lin Zhichao's management and staff have minimal mobility, and few resign and do not do it.

(End of chapter)