Chapter 727 Really Careful

"Your business sense is very keen." Tang Huan nodded slightly, indicating that the assistant would bring Ye Zhiming to meet him later, and he walked into the elevator.

Compared with the deep-rooted popularity of home video tapes in the United States and Japan, Xiangjiang and even Southeast Asia are emerging markets. This is determined by the relatively late formation of the middle class, the main consumer who can afford home video recorders.

It is precisely because of this difference that although the American business community favors Tang Huan's copyright protection function for VCDs, they are still hesitant about whether it will touch the commercial interests of the existing huge home video recorder video tapes.

Naturally, Tang Huan had expected this situation, and he could understand it—the biggest attraction of vcd to others was the copyright protection function that appeared for the first time, which was not enough weight.

However, from the perspective of Chinese-language movies, the stakes are different.

VCD's subtitles, video stream audio stream isolation and other functions bring convenience in language communication, first of all, it can directly benefit the sales of entertainment content.

For this alone, Tang Huan is worthy of the charge, and the Southeast Asian market, which does not touch the existing interests intensely, is the best experimental field.

At present, the major film companies in Xiangjiang have their own distribution channels for video tapes. Under this circumstance, Tang Huan planned to form a separate team outside the existing entertainment industry system for the marketing of family VCDs. The requirements for the quality of personnel are mainly flexible minds, rich experience, ability and courage are indispensable, and they must be independent enough.

These requirements are simple to say, but there is really no satisfactory candidate who can enter the field of vision of Mr. Richest Man.

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After resting for a while, Tang Huan asked his assistant to call in Ye Zhiming, who had been waiting outside for a long time.

Regarding this person's situation, the richest man knows a little bit, because the other party's ups and downs in the mall inevitably carry a little bit of a legend.

The first ups and downs were in the 1960s. Ye Zhiming made millions of dollars through speculation, renting and selling yachts, but then he lost it all in oil investment.

The second ups and downs were in the 1970s. Ye Zhiming made his fortune in jeans by chance, and established a business kingdom worth over 100 million yuan. The limelight was even better than before, and he even invested in movies across fields. Closed with a company sell order.

The third ups and downs came in the 1980s. Ye Zhiming turned to invest in resorts. At first there was a lot of movement, but now he is also facing the end of selling.

Otherwise, his sister wouldn't leave her daughter behind and join the beauty pageant and enter the entertainment circle.

Some gossip is indeed philistine and boring, but there are still some causal connections in it.

Tang Huan's evaluation of Ye Zhiming is that he has talent and can win the country, but he can't defend the country. This is also the crux of why many people can only be short-lived in the upper class.

Of course, these questions of Ye Zhiming have nothing to do with the richest man. Tang Huan only needs to know that the other party has considerable talents-not to mention, it is not an advantage to be able to win the country but not hold it. I like this kind of super wage earners who make wedding dresses for others.

"I heard that Mr. Ye worked very hard at the Mandarin Hotel for many days in order to see me." Tang Huan put down his glass and asked casually.

"It's not hard work. This year's Sister Hua competition is so big, I think Tang Sheng will definitely attend in person, so I stay in the teahouse of the hotel for a while every day to see if I can meet Tang Sheng's car. Besides, It was all worth it to be lucky enough to meet Tang Sheng," Ye Zhiming said with a smile.

These words of his are not considered flattering. The circle of the richest man is not so easy to get in. Those who are interested must first ask themselves what value is worthy of others' appreciation.

"It's no wonder that Mr. Ye has worked hard in the business world for many years, and he can't fall down. Just relying on this tenacity to hold on to the green hills and not let go, it is beyond the reach of others." Tang Huan praised a few words in a gentle tone.

"Tang Sheng has been praised too much, and my small scene like this is not worth mentioning." Ye Zhiming's modesty concealed a trace of bitterness.

In fact, his resort business has come to an end, and he is only one step away from selling, so he has to find a way to start a new business; and after hearing the inside news of DreamWorks that his sister occasionally learned, driven by the adventurous gene, the other He turned his idea of ​​turning over to the brand-new family VCD business, especially if he could use this to sneak into the circle of the richest man.

No matter how much Tang Huan respected people regardless of the difference in status, it was impossible for him to spend too much time on the small talk. After chatting for a few gossips, he changed the subject and said, "Since you are interested in the VCD business, then you are interested in the VCD business. How much does it know, such as the relationship between market competition.”

Seeing Mr. the richest man test himself, Ye Zhiming, who was refreshed, quickly answered, "I think that among the current home theater products, although video recorders are the mainstream, the development momentum of laser discs is also very noteworthy. As a new generation For similar products, VCD must defeat these two competitors in order to finally dominate the market."

Tang Huan nodded slightly, and said in his heart: "Ye Zhiming has put in a lot of effort in this field. However, such insights can only be said to be at a necessary entry level, and he still cannot win his trust."

The noncommittal of the richest man did not discourage Ye Zhiming. He concentrated and continued to say: "Although I don't understand high technology, I can't fully understand the similarities and differences between digital and analog methods, but I can still summarize some simple concepts at the application level. the opinion of."

"In the field of broadcasting and television, the competition of VCD and videotape is very fierce, but it is too high-end, and we non-professionals can't do it."

"In the consumer field, in addition to videotapes, laser discs, and VCD Wars of the Three Kingdoms on home theaters, another emerging entertainment method - karaoke, is also a battlefield that cannot be ignored. was eliminated."

"I have visited Stormwind City and other nightclubs in Lan Kwai Fong. Karaoke is very popular as a high-end pastime, and both laser discs and VCDs are used, but with powerful functions , the slightly more expensive VCD system definitely represents the future."

"So, I think, the marketing promotion of VCD should not only authorize movie distribution separately, but also bring other consumer application solutions such as mtv and karaoke, and operate as a whole."

"You are really ambitious." After listening to the other party quietly for a few minutes, Tang Huan laughed at him, "How is your current financial situation? This determines your possible participation and income."

Ye Zhiming, who was in pain from being poked, couldn't help but blush. It seemed that people knew about his bad business. The richest man was generous, but he would not allow others to take advantage of him.

"Tang Sheng, don't worry, my current investment is indeed in trouble, but the source of funds is not a problem. I have a friend named Yang Shoucheng who has made a fortune in the Middle East in the past few years. He has sufficient cash in his hand and is willing to Support me." Facing Tang Huan's penetrating gaze, Ye Zhiming honestly showed his trump card.

"Is it the Yang Shoucheng who had all his assets confiscated by HSBC two years ago, and even received the notification letter that 'Mercedes-Benz is a means of transportation for successful people'?" Tang Huan asked with interest.

Anyway, these embarrassing things did not belong to him, Ye Zhiming nodded without any burden and said yes, "Unexpectedly, Tang Sheng also heard of him."

"Of course, I'm still paying attention to HSBC's deeds, and my subordinates talk about it from time to time." Tang Huan smiled meaningfully.

"My friend is very good. After his business failed, he ran to the Middle East and turned around in a short time. Now he earns only Arab dollars, and he has almost regained control of his original business from HSBC." Zhiming introduced enviously.

In Tang Huan's eyes, speculators like Ye Zhiming, who had a glorious past but were not as successful as crushing everything and winning heroes regardless of their provenance, are certainly not considered top-notch.

However, the marketing of consumer-level VCDs is a bit special, and people who are struggling in the market really need to be "gloves".

After getting acquainted with Ye Zhiming face to face, Tang Huan stopped wasting time and pondered: "You want to integrate all the entertainment consumption business of vcd together for marketing, but you have some insights. In this way, you should submit a report as soon as possible. Show me a written report."

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After leaving the Mandarin Hotel, Ye Zhiming wiped the sweat from his forehead and muttered to himself, did he win the approval of the richest man? You won't be dismissed euphemistically with a business plan, will you?

No matter what, my current financial situation is indeed untrustworthy, and I must find a way to whitewash it.

After making up his mind, Ye Zhiming hurried to find Yang Shoucheng whom he had mentioned in front of Tang Huan. Because the other party has an office in Central and is engaged in businesses such as gold and stocks, it didn't take much time and they met soon.

At the age of 12, Yang Shoucheng wandered around the wharf and sold watches; at the age of 24, he won the agency rights of Omega and Rolex, and opened the Emperor Watch and Jewelry Store. moon.

Correspondingly, on the other hand, he is very good at making friends of all kinds of religions, and Ye Zhiming is one of them.

In fact, the experiences of these two people are somewhat similar—Ye Zhiming once played Pai Gow with well-known rich second generations of Hong Kong such as Zheng Jiachun and Xu Shiguang for millions of dollars; Yang Shoucheng built a listed company at the age of 29 with high spirits. . Now, they who fell from the clouds to the dust are trying their best to plan how to make a comeback, and the publicity on their bodies has also subsided a lot.

"Of course there is no problem." Hearing that Ye Zhiming was about to borrow money, Yang Shoucheng agreed very happily, and then asked curiously, "So, you have already obtained the approval of the richest man."

Of course, it is impossible for Ye Zhiming to tell the truth to Yang Shoucheng - in the business field, you can fool around as much as you can, and the most important thing is to hold the scene. He nodded, and sold a favor triumphantly, "I mentioned you to Tang Sheng, but I didn't expect him to have heard of you."

"I'm afraid it's the embarrassing thing about being duped by HSBC so much that you even searched your wallet, and it's taken as an impressive joke." Yang Shoucheng, with a wry smile, asked with a light in his eyes, "I don't know how Tang Sheng heard about it. What about me?"

Seeing that Yang Shoucheng took the initiative to reveal his faults, Ye Zhiming couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed. He typed a haha ​​and replied vaguely, "Tang Sheng is just asking, is it the one whose assets were confiscated by HSBC two years ago, and even received the 'Mercedes-Benz is a successful person'?" Is that Yang Shoucheng from the notification letter for the 'means of transportation'?"

"So it's really like this." Yang Shoucheng smiled disdainfully, and then said eagerly: "Since Brother Ye has been approved by Tang Sheng, how about helping me introduce him next time?"

Upon hearing this request, Ye Zhiming was so annoyed that he almost slapped himself backhandedly: "Borrow money, just borrow money. Why do you have to show off and talk big? You have succeeded in promoting yourself with Yang Shoucheng, but you may not be able to Entering into the circle of the richest man, how can you agree to the other party's request? If you refuse, you will definitely be misunderstood by Yang Shoucheng, so why don't you have the nerve to talk about borrowing money?"

"Of course I'm willing to help thread the needle, but next time, maybe I'm in a bit of a hurry." Ye Zhiming tried his best to politely refuse, "I'm at Tang Sheng's place, and I've just registered, so I don't dare to behave too abruptly. "

"As Brother Ye said, I am really in a hurry." Yang Shoucheng sighed, "However, Brother Ye must also understand that I am trying to get back the control of my original business from HSBC, and I urgently need to expand my network. , get to know as many important people as possible."

"But the quarrel between Tang Sheng and HSBC is a well-known thing." Ye Zhiming said calmly, the script used by the other party's acting, the plot is a bit wrong.

Yang Shoucheng laughed as usual, "It's this relationship of opposites that easily creates opportunities."

Seeing that the other party was so persistent, Ye Zhiming had no choice but to deal with it: "Then when we meet next time, I will take Brother Yang with me and wait for the chance to make friends?"

"Then it's settled." Yang Shoucheng took out a check with a smile, "Actually, since Brother Ye said last time that he wanted to make a turnaround, I quickly prepared the check and just waited for Brother Ye Come get it."

"Brother Yang's loyalty is convincing. Ye will always remember this kindness in his heart." Ye Zhiming thanked him while reaching out to take the check, but he didn't expect Yang Shoucheng's hand to return gently. As soon as he accepted it, Ye Zhiming couldn't help being slightly taken aback, and said in his heart: "Could it be possible that the other party has any additional conditions?"

Sure enough, Yang Shoucheng solemnly told him: "Brother Ye, if one day you plan to retire and sell the shares in this property, I hope you will give me priority."

After hearing Yang Shoucheng's request, Ye Zhiming couldn't help muttering "bad luck" in his heart. It means that I have sold the order twice before, and now I am about to sell it for the third time. Shall I say hello in advance? Why should I stop the business that I can get in touch with the richest man?

Although I feel a little uncomfortable, who will let someone be the patron of the money - people have to bow their heads under the eaves! Ye Zhiming could only calm down, patted his chest and assured, "Of course there is no problem. In fact, if brother Yang is interested in the entertainment industry, I can find an appropriate time for you to invest."

"No rush." ​​Yang Shoucheng put the check in Ye Zhiming's hand, and said leisurely, "The thing I want to do most now is to get back the original property from HSBC."