Reborn in 1985: From Selling Braised Duck to Becoming the World's Richest Man

"Is there any difference between the two?"

Jiang Tao asked, puzzled.

In his view, serving the people and making achievements can add a colorful touch to his resume, so it doesn't seem to have any negative impact, right?

“There are still differences,” Liang Ming explained.

"If you just want your resume to look good, then for the next year, just do more activities that are all talk and no action!"

"For example, we can visit and offer our condolences to veterans, retired cadres, and impoverished households!"

"Let's lead the cadres to plant trees and clean up the streets!"

"Or we could organize a few legal awareness events."

"If the colleagues in the publicity office do a little more work, your resume will definitely not look bad next year."

"However, these are just superficial achievements and do not significantly change the lives of the townspeople."

Upon hearing Liang Ming's words, Jiang Tao's eyes widened. Could grades really be achieved like this?

And it seems that doing it this way is actually feasible?

But remembering Liang Ming's last words, Jiang Tao thought for a moment and then asked:

"So if I really want to do something practical for the people of Shitou, what should I do?"

"Naturally, we should let Shitou Town have its own township enterprises to provide more job opportunities for the town's residents!"

"This will make the people of Stone Town economically prosperous," Liang Ming said.

Hearing Liang Ming's answer, Jiang Tao was somewhat disappointed and said:

"Liang Ming, do you think I don't want Shitou Town to have its own township enterprises?"

"But Stone Town is resource-poor and has no usable resources for building factories."

“Who says there isn’t?” Liang Ming said seriously, “Your Stone Town clearly has abundant resources for building factories!”

"Hmm?" Jiang Tao looked suspicious.

As the mayor of Stone Town, how could he be unaware of the town's resources for building factories?

Liang Ming ignored Jiang Tao's questioning gaze; he was also getting thirsty after talking for so long.

He poured himself a cup of tea and started drinking it.

This tea is so refreshing!

Seeing Liang Ming's suspenseful behavior, Jiang Tao frowned again.

"Liang Ming, have you come up with an idea? Tell me quickly, I'm getting anxious."

Seeing that her elder brother's expression was not right, Jiang Meizhuang quickly spoke up.

Seeing that his partner had spoken, Liang Ming stopped wasting words and went straight to the point: "Aren't the people of Stone Town just an abundant and cheap labor force?"

“We can open a radio assembly factory, hire the people of Stone Town to work in the factory, and mass-produce radios.”

"A radio assembly factory? Is that even possible?"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Tao said with some doubt:

"Nowadays, if ordinary people want to buy a radio, they'll probably go to a supply and marketing cooperative or a department store and buy a brand-name one, right?"

Liang Ming shook his head and explained, "Radios from supply and marketing cooperatives or department stores are not only expensive, but they also require electronic receipts!"

"Only people in cities or towns might buy it."

"Most of the villagers are reluctant to spend this money."

"Moreover, they don't care about brands. As long as the radios we assemble are inexpensive and come with a warranty, they will definitely buy from us."

"Warranty?" Jiang Tao asked, somewhat puzzled.

Seeing Jiang Tao's reaction, Liang Ming suddenly remembered.

The concept of quality assurance was first introduced globally by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in 1987.

"It's about quality assurance. For example, if you buy a radio from our factory, we will repair it for any quality problems within one year."

Liang Ming explained.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Tao suddenly realized and clapped his hands, exclaiming, "This quality assurance is excellent! Just based on this measure, the public can definitely buy our radio factory's products with peace of mind!"

"Liang Ming, you son of a bitch, you're a business genius!"

"..." Liang Ming's face darkened when he heard what Jiang Tao said in his excitement.

He felt like he had been scolded.

"Brother, I told you long ago, Liang Ming is a business genius!"

Jiang Meizhuang, standing to the side, also spoke with a proud expression.

Hearing his sister's words, Jiang Tao shook his head and chuckled.

He is now beginning to believe his sister's claim that Liang Ming is a business prodigy.

“Building a radio factory can indeed create jobs for the people of Shitou Town, but where will the money to invest in building the factory come from?”

At this moment, Jiang Tao became somewhat worried again and said.

Upon hearing this, Liang Ming's face showed a strange expression: "The accounts of Stone Town don't even have enough money to build a radio factory?"

"There is money, but not much. There are still things to do in town, so it's all divided up..."

Jiang Tao gave an embarrassed smile, and by the end, he was even ashamed of himself.

At this moment, Liang Ming realized just how dire the situation was for Shitou Town, an economically underdeveloped township.

He and Jiang Meizhuang exchanged a glance, and just then they saw that the other person was also winking at him.

The two exchanged glances and immediately understood each other's meaning.

"Brother Jiang, actually, the matter of building a radio factory is very easy to solve."

Liang Ming turned to look at Jiang Tao and said with a smile.

"Hey kid, what are you up to? Don't think I didn't notice you and my sister exchanging glances just now?"

Jiang Tao looked at Liang Ming warily and said.

"Look at what you're saying. Even if I have some ideas in my mind, they are ideas that are good for Stone Town and for you."

Liang Ming chuckled.

"Tell me about it," Jiang Tao said with a skeptical look.

"Since the town can't come up with the money, we have no choice but to attract investment!"

Liang Ming didn't waste any words and went straight to the point:

"I happen to have a little money..."

"You're coming to Stone Town to invest in building a radio factory?"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Tao immediately guessed what Liang Ming was going to say, and a look of surprise appeared on his face as he spoke.

"Isn't it because you're having trouble, brother? We're all family. If I don't help you solve your problems, who else can I help?"

Liang Ming didn't even bother to call him by his surname anymore; he went straight for the kill, trying to curry favor with Jiang Tao.

"Oh, so all that was you saying all this to put me in my place!"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Tao's face showed a look of sudden realization, and he said.

If I accept Liang Ming's help, I'll have no choice but to acknowledge him as my brother-in-law.

"Brother, what you're saying is ridiculous. Liang Ming only offered to invest in and build a factory in your town because he saw that you lacked achievements and needed to set up a radio factory to provide jobs for the town."

"Otherwise, who would be willing to invest in such a barren place as Stone Town?"

"How come in your eyes, it's still Liang Ming's fault?"

Hearing Jiang Tao's words, Jiang Meizhuang felt indignant and stood up for Liang Ming.

"Little sister, why are you siding with outsiders? I'm your older brother."

Hearing Jiang Meizhuang's words, Jiang Tao said helplessly.

"I'll speak up for whoever is right," Jiang Meizhuang said, pouting.

Jiang Tao gave a helpless, bitter smile, turned and glared at Liang Ming, saying fiercely:

"Be nicer to my sister. If she suffers any injustice here, I'll take off my jacket and beat you up too!"

Upon hearing Jiang Tao's vicious words, Liang Ming's face lit up with joy.

Jiang Tao's words were tantamount to acknowledging his brother-in-law.

He hurriedly said, "Brother, I can't do it."

Next, Liang Ming and Jiang Tao discussed some details of investing in and building a factory.

Liang Ming was responsible for providing the funds, while Jiang Tao was responsible for providing the land for the factory in Shitou Town, as well as supporting the recruitment of workers.

Jiang Meizhuang was responsible for building the factory and finding workers from the city's radio factory, paying them to privately teach them how to assemble radios.

Because it was for Jiang Tao's achievements, Liang Ming specially divided the radio factory's shares into three parts.

He takes 5%, Jiang Meizhuang takes 3%, and the remaining 2% ​​will be used as the fiscal revenue of Shitou Town for the next three years.

After reaching an agreement, Jiang Tao left first to prepare for the establishment of the radio factory.

Besides running his own business, Liang Ming spent his days at Xiangmanlou Restaurant accompanying Jiang Meizhuang.

Occasionally, they kiss and do other little things that couples do.

The braised duck shop is doing better and better, and they can't keep up with demand.

After increasing the quantity of ducks, the braised duck shop's daily sales reached 2000 yuan.

At this rate, this braised duck shop can generate 6 yuan in sales per month.

However, the booming business of the braised duck shop naturally attracted the jealousy and covetousness of some people.

"Something's wrong, boss! Someone's causing trouble at our braised duck shop. They're saying they got sick from eating our braised duck."

"They specifically asked to see you, and said that if you don't show up within half an hour, they'll smash up our shop!"

That day, Liang Ming was at the Xiangmanlou Restaurant, practicing calligraphy with Jiang Meizhuang, when Li Cui rushed in, flustered, and said...

Upon hearing this, Liang Ming frowned immediately: "You got sick from eating our braised duck?"

"what happened?"