Starting out as a drug dealer in 1988

"Mr. Zhao, we're planning to open twelve specialty stores in the six counties under Xuanzhou, the day after tomorrow, Sunday. Would you like to attend and give each store a boost?"

Hengyuan Electronics, General Manager's Office.

Su Xiaomeng is reporting her work to Zhao Wenhao.

At this time, the promotion activities in Xuanzhou city have come to an end.

Su Xiaomeng also shifted more work focus to subordinate county-level units.

She knew very well that if the campaign of twelve stores in six counties was also successful, then the stores could be expanded to surrounding cities next month.

As long as she has successful experience and has trained a number of store managers in the early stages, and this virtuous cycle continues, Su Xiaomeng believes that if she gives herself half a year, she will be able to expand her specialty stores to all regions of the province.

Zhao Wenhao carefully looked at Su Xiaomeng's plan for the six counties. After careful consideration, he nodded slightly and said, "Okay, no problem. If you need me to go to the platform, I will do my best to cooperate."

For Zhao Wenhao, he didn't care whether he personally attended these activities, but since Su Xiaomeng made the request, he was still willing to provide support and help.

After all, this is also an important step in the company's development.

The company's plan for the past three years has revolved around the expansion of home appliance stores across the country.

Everything would give way to this goal, including him as the general manager.

"Director Su, I still say the same thing: wherever our specialty stores open, after-sales service must follow. This must be a hard and fast indicator. I don't want after-sales service to become a problem as our specialty stores expand.

I will explain this to Qin Cheng and the after-sales team later. There will be no upper limit to the company's investment in this area."

Zhao Wenhao put the plan away and handed it to Lu Han, asking him to archive it.

As it stands, the after-sales department is still placed under the sales department, but over time it will become independent.

The company has invested a huge amount of resources in this area because after-sales service will only generate expenses but not bring any benefits in the early stages.

Only when the product exceeds the warranty period after a certain number of years will the after-sales department have the opportunity to make a profit.

Zhao Wenhao clearly stated that at least one after-sales center should be set up in every county.

If we assume that each after-sales center is equipped with a team of 10 people, considering the large number of county-level units across the country, the required investment is undoubtedly astonishing.

Current after-sales services not only cover repair work, but also include regional delivery and installation services.

Therefore, each area needs to rent houses, purchase delivery vans, and stock up on various parts required for repairs.

Zhao Wenhao even hopes to further subdivide these functions, such as separating warehousing, distribution and installation into independent sectors, and maintenance as another independent business area.

But the problem is that the machines sold now are all new and the damage rate is very low.

It would be uneconomical to set up a separate maintenance center.

Only after a certain number of years and a higher maintenance rate can it be separated out, thus achieving optimal cost performance.

Zhao Wenhao originally wanted to say a few words to Su Xiaomeng, but at this moment the phone suddenly rang.

"I'm Zhao Wenhao. Who are you?"

Zhao Wenhao waved his hand and let Su Xiaomeng go out first.

Those who can reach him are basically leaders or acquaintances.

"Wenhao, it's me. Are you free these two days? I want to treat you to a meal. Last time, I agreed to treat you, but you got there first. This time, it's my turn to treat you!"

A gentle voice came from the other end of the phone.

"Bingyan, it's you. Well, I've already made an appointment with the city leaders tonight, so I might not be able to leave. Tomorrow, there's a meeting in the district, and District Chief Hou will be there, so I might have to accompany him. The day after tomorrow..."

Zhao Wenhao took the schedule at hand and flipped through it one by one.

He was scratching his head. His schedule for the week was already set. He hadn't originally planned anything for the night after tomorrow, but Su Xiaomeng had just come over and invited him to the opening ceremony.

If I really go, I will definitely stay that night to treat all the store managers to dinner and encourage them.

Moreover, if the local government knew that Zhao Wenhao would be coming, they would definitely do everything possible to entertain him.

In this way, I will be busy the day after tomorrow.

Shen Bingyan on the other end of the phone was a little depressed. She had originally thought about just forgetting about it. But when she thought about her upcoming departure for the United States, she didn't know when they would meet again.

"Can you spare one night?" Shen Bingyan's voice was almost pleading.

Zhao Wenhao was still flipping through his schedule and did not hear Shen Bingyan's almost pleading voice.

However, he usually would not refuse Shen Bingyan's request.

"How about this, tomorrow night?" Zhao Wenhao thought about it and finally chose tomorrow. "I'll have someone represent me at the district meeting later."

"Okay, then it's a deal. See you then, at the same roast duck restaurant as last time." Shen Bingyan smiled happily.

Hearing Shen Bingyan's laughter, Zhao Wenhao couldn't help but feel much better: "It's a deal. I'll pick you up from your workplace when the time comes."

"No, you don't have to pick me up. I can go there by myself. It's very convenient." Shen Bingyan quickly refused.

Zhao Wenhao didn't suspect anything, and when he saw Shen Bingyan refused, he stopped forcing her.

So, the two of them set a time.

The next evening, Zhao Wenhao arrived as promised.

At this time, Shen Bingyan was already waiting there. When she saw Zhao Wenhao coming, she waved to him repeatedly.

"So early? I thought it would take you a while to get here from work." Zhao Wenhao put down the bag in his hand and waved to the waiter not far away.

Shen Bingyan didn't answer his question, but said to the waiter who came over: "The food is ready!"

"Even the dishes have been ordered!" Zhao Wenhao was a little surprised, but didn't say much.

"Well, since you're here early, let's order the dishes first." Shen Bingyan supported her chin with one hand and smiled.

"Well, you've been quite diligent today." Zhao Wenhao gestured for the waiter to serve the food, then continued, "I've been so busy lately. I was thinking of inviting you to try authentic Huaiyang cuisine next week. I didn't expect you to call first."

Shen Bingyan forced a smile and lowered her head.

She knew there was no next week. The day after tomorrow, she would board a flight to the United States. And just like that, they would go their separate ways, never to see each other again.

In her opinion, perhaps this would be better for them, including Yang Yue.

Yes, after many arguments, Yao Jianshe finally agreed to let Shen Bingyan study in the United States to pursue a master's degree in finance.

However, Yao Jianshe also hopes that Shen Bingyan can come back after graduation instead of staying in the United States.

In this situation, Shen Bingyan could only deal with it perfunctorily.

In her heart, she had already made up her mind to walk the future path alone.