I was a daigou in the 60s

The candy counter was very busy, especially the weighing work.

Both speed and accuracy are required because the deputy manager has to take inventory in the evening.

All sales must be recorded in the accounts, if the inventory does not match.

Normally the salesperson in charge has to make up the difference himself.

Zhang Fenglan was worried that Xiao Dongqing, a newcomer, would not be able to handle such a heavy responsibility.

He said with concern and full of momentum.

"Manager, you're putting me in a difficult position. Xiao Dongqing has only been in the store for a short time."

"He's not very familiar with scales yet, so you can let him take over at the candy counter."

"Isn't this deliberately creating obstacles for him?"

Deputy Manager You was startled and hurried to explain.

"You misunderstood! Why would I deliberately make things difficult for a newcomer?"

"I just think Xiao Dongqing is the fastest learner among this group of newcomers."

"Xiao Chen from the candy counter happened to be on leave, so we asked him to fill in temporarily."

"Why am I the leader who bullies the newbies when I come to you?"

"Comrade Zhang Fenglan, you can't put accusations on me!"

After hearing what Deputy Manager You said, Zhang Fenglan felt relieved and her tone became much softer.

"In that case, it's easy."

"Xiao Dongqing is indeed the most outstanding among this group of newcomers, all thanks to my good teaching!"

"Okay then, let Xiao Dongqing go to the candy counter."

"No problem, go ahead and do your thing, I'll take him there."

The candy counter is also under the jurisdiction of her, the head of the supplementary food sales team.

It would be natural and reasonable to take Xiao Dongqing with him.

Deputy Manager You was speechless after hearing these words and could only leave in frustration.

These old employees really don't take him seriously!

After Deputy Manager You walked away angrily.

Zhang Fenglan took her favorite disciple to the candy counter.

Xiao Dongqing's heart was filled with gratitude towards his master.

Listen, this is the real master!

Unlike Yan Xue's master, Yan Xue was transferred to the warehouse yesterday to help move goods.

Her master didn't even say a word of concern.

How can a master who doesn't protect his apprentice be considered a good master?

Seeing the admiration in Xiao Dongqing's eyes, Zhang Fenglan reminded:

"Today is your official start date. Remember, four words: no mistakes! Absolutely no mistakes!"

"The other colleague at the candy counter is called Zhang Ting."

"Her professional skills are very well-known in the First Department Store. If you have any questions, you can ask her for advice."

Xiao Dongqing nodded solemnly.

"Ok!"

Afterwards, Zhang Fenglan took Xiao Dongqing to the candy counter.

Standing in front of the counter was a salesperson wearing a light pink shirt, leisurely trimming her nails.

Zhang Fenglan frowned slightly and said reproachfully.

"How many times have I told you not to let your nail clippings end up in the candy box?"

"What a headache, this is Xiao Dongqing."

"Xiao Chen is not here today. He will work with you. You have to take good care of him."

Zhang Ting didn't seem to take Zhang Fenglan's words to heart, and just glanced at Xiao Dongqing indifferently.

"come in."

Just as Deputy Manager You was helpless against Zhang Fenglan, Zhang Fenglan was also helpless against Zhang Ting.

"What a difficult guy!"

Because most of the employees of the First Department Store have close ties with the city’s supply leaders.

So no one dares to offend them easily!

After saying this complaint, Zhang Fenglan left.

Xiao Dongqing faced his indifferent partner Zhang Ting alone.

However, Xiao Dongqing thought that he was just filling in temporarily.

Even if Zhang Ting ignored him, it would be fine, after all, even his master Zhang Fenglan.

Zhang Ting didn't pay much attention to him. Who the hell is he?

The candy counter was indeed very popular with customers for the entire morning.

Xiao Dongqing and Zhang Ting were so busy that they could hardly speak.

However, Zhang Ting's opinion of Xiao Dongqing has changed a lot.

This newcomer was not as clumsy as she had imagined, but rather agile.

His business ability is no less than that of her long-term partner Xiao Chen.

In short, the two worked together quite well.

At noon, Xiao Dongqing took inventory of the goods and found that the weight of the candy was exactly the same as the records.

He didn't even use an extra paper bag, which made Zhang Ting even more satisfied with him.

"Let's go to the cafeteria to eat together?" Zhang Ting picked up the enamel pot in her hand.

He asked with a raised eyebrow, clearly sending a friendly signal.

Unfortunately, when Xiao Dongqing saw Yan Xue walking towards him, he smiled and declined.

"I've already made an appointment."

Zhang Ting shrugged casually, turned and left.

As agreed, Xiao Chen came back in the afternoon to take over.

Xiao Dongqing returned to the counter where his master Zhang Fenglan was in charge and continued working.

Zhang Fenglan did not ask him about his morning situation, but assigned him tasks as usual.

Move goods, organize shelves, and sell merchandise.

After being busy for a while, the two had a chance to chat for a while.

"Xiao Chen has it really hard. Her husband works the night shift at a steel mill."

"She has three children at home and she takes care of them all by herself."

“June had just given birth to her third child, and she was anxious to get back to work.”

"It's just to make more money to support my family."

"Now she has to take an hour off every day to go home and breastfeed. She is almost as thin as a bamboo pole."

Zhang Fenglan sighed.

Xiao Dongqing took over the topic.

"Where are her parents-in-law? Don't they help take care of the child?"

"Where are the in-laws? Her husband is an orphan, and she herself is from the countryside."

"If it weren't for a distant relative who helped, her husband might still be unable to find a wife."

"This sales job was originally part of the betrothal gift."

“Everyone in our unit knows about this.”

Zhang Fenglan said this with a face full of sympathy.

"In this case, shouldn't our company also take measures to help employees like Xiao Chen?"

Zhang Fenglan seemed to think that this idea was unrealistic.

"How can we help? Can we ask their workplace to help take care of their children?"

Xiao Dongqing's tone was firm.

"Why not? Many large factories have their own schools for their children."

"Our unit can also follow suit and open a nursery."

"This will ensure that children are taken care of while also allowing parents to work with peace of mind and improve efficiency."

"Especially those employees who work on the production line."

"Their work is inherently risky."

“If you also have to worry about the children at home, accidents are more likely to happen.”

After saying that, he held Zhang Fenglan's hand tightly and asked sincerely.

"Master, do you think what I said makes sense?"

Zhang Fenglan felt the warmth in her hand and was a little surprised, but she responded quickly.

"Well, that's the theory."

"But ultimately, it's up to the leadership to decide on this matter, and we can only offer advice."

Opening a nursery provides children with a place to go and allows adults to work with peace of mind. This is indeed a good thing.

But for ordinary employees like us, we have no influence on the ideas of our superiors.

Xiao Dongqing brought this up today not to shirk responsibility.