dkrc Chapter 9 Hyenas' Passion for Stealing Jars
Chapter 9 Hyenas' Passion for Stealing Jars
For a moment, the five people had different expressions, but they stopped whispering to each other. It seems that firing the deputy editor-in-chief in public was quite effective.
Hao Yuze, the head of the information editorial department, glanced at the others' reactions and asked, "Boss, what type of newspaper is the entertainment section?"
The concept of "entertainment reporter" can be traced back to wartime, referring to agents who engage in espionage activities with the primary goal of stealing secrets, using illegal or legal means to obtain intelligence through secret or overt channels.
While the number of people working in this field has gradually decreased during peacetime, its highly effective working method has been well preserved: professionally following celebrities and exposing their privacy.
Isn't this just like the puppy team?!
After Chen Guanjiang's explanation, everyone quickly understood what "entertainment information" meant. No wonder the newspaper was named "Hyena." They all felt disgusted, as if they had swallowed flies.
Elites from all walks of life flocked in, and intellectuals started newspapers to save the country.
This was the slogan during the rise of Hong Kong's newspaper industry. A heavy sense of responsibility weighed on the shoulders of every journalist, giving the industry an unparalleled sense of mission.
Such a high-class and prestigious profession, yet now it requires me to follow people around like a lapdog, taking photos of them all day long. The intense shame stings my heart and burns my cheeks.
If it weren't for the 20% salary increase and the performance bonus of up to 10% of the base salary for every 10,000 units sold per day, someone would probably have already overturned the table, stood up, and stormed out.
But considering the current treatment comparable to that of Ming Pao, and the salary comparable to that of Sing Tao Daily after daily sales exceeded 10,000, I feel that giving up my pride is not such a big deal.
It's business! It's about making money! No need to feel ashamed...
Unlike the four who were both ashamed and delighted, Tang Yufei, the head of the communications and distribution department, was carefully observing the young boss's every word and action.
The message told the employees was "rewarding performance".
What they were told was "to achieve performance".
Different ways of expressing something can evoke drastically different feelings in the listener; the order of actions—killing the chicken to scare the monkey versus scare the monkey first and then killing the chicken—produces vastly different effects.
Establishing authority through harsh words, forcefully laying off employees, raising salaries, promising substantial benefits, and even dangling a delicious carrot in front of the five of them—every step is worth considering.
Once the internal situation stabilizes and the newspaper gets back on track, they might be given the positions of editor-in-chief and deputy editor-in-chief, but whether or not they would be given equity was not written into the contract.
Through a series of combined attacks and countermeasures, he intimidated and motivated ordinary employees, won over and divided the management, and quickly seized control of the newspaper's power.
wrong!
The young boss did not have complete control of the power. Tang Yufei subtly cast a mocking glance at Jiang Yan, who was contemplating the newspaper's transformation.
Finance is involved in all aspects of a company's economic activities, and plays a crucial role in management and decision-making. It is a core department that the boss must control.
As a key figure left behind by the former boss, Jiang Yan serves as both the finance manager and cashier. If he cannot demonstrate sufficient loyalty, he will definitely be the first member of the management team to be eliminated.
Looking again at Chen Guanjiang, who was explaining the concept of "entertainment information," Tang Yufei felt that although the man looked young, he was extremely shrewd.
With Deputy Editor-in-Chief He Han laid off, the leader was eliminated first, and given their competitive relationship, the five of them were no longer able to unite against the new boss.
John Bogart, editor-in-chief of The New York Sun, once said, "Dog bites man is not news, man bites dog is news."
Chen Guanjiang patted the muddled dog's head and continued, "People are naturally drawn to the unusual, the novel, the exciting, and the exotic. That's the value of entertainment news newspapers."
"Celebrity private life photographers in Britain and France earn a lot of money, and Papa Garlic is already a household name in Europe, but the market in Hong Kong is completely untapped. We are the first to try this..."
After Chen Guanjiang's explanation, everyone realized that entertainment news newspapers seemed to have great potential, even if morality and dignity were abandoned.
Hong Kong's newspaper industry began with the rise of "three-cent novels," followed closely by martial arts novels. The Oriental Daily News rose rapidly with its focus on horse racing, but its so-called pride had long been corrupted by money.
Hao Yuze, head of the information editing department, solemnly promised, "Once Ms. Miao provides the materials, I will personally take charge and guarantee a high-quality cover!"
Chen Guanjiang shook his head and said, "She wasn't the first to publish this in the newspaper. Here's a photo for you to look at first. Edit it into a draft without breaking the law..."
The information conveyed by the photos was so explosive that even journalists like them found it explosive, making it the perfect first publication for The Hyena Daily. The only challenge was how to walk the line between legality and reality.
"Don't worry, boss, we'll definitely do a good job!"
"I write the articles myself..."
"Look at our performance!"
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Driven by fame and fortune, the four were as excited as if they had been injected with chicken blood. Only Tang Yufei sat upright and remained silent. After Chen Guanjiang's gaze swept over him, he slowly lowered his head to show his obedience.
After the meeting, everyone returned to their posts in high spirits, gathering their subordinates to relay the meeting's message and motivating their respective departments to strive for promotion to editor-in-chief or deputy editor-in-chief and receive equity.
After briefly explaining the situation to his employees, Tang Yufei returned to the meeting room and gently knocked on the door.
"Please come in!"
Chen Guanjiang looked at Tang Yufei, who bowed as he entered, with a smile in his eyes. It was rare for a smart person to maintain such a proper attitude. He nodded and said, "Manager Tang, please have a seat."
Tang Yufei sat on only a third of the chair, and asked urgently with concern, "Boss! Deputy Editor-in-Chief He has worked for many years and has many friends in other newspapers. Do you think we should take some measures?"
The words weren't fully expressed, but the meaning was clear: no matter what decision the boss makes, standing firmly with him is enough.
Of all the newspaper staff, Tang Yufei was not the most capable, but as the head of the liaison and distribution department, he was the most eloquent.
"It's okay! It's good to mess around with it a bit, consider it a warm-up."
Chen Guanjiang handed over a purchase order and said, "We happen to have a batch of equipment that needs to be purchased, and a department needs to be secretly established, so I'll put you in charge!"
Resentment is still anger, and black and red are still red.
Being embroiled in negative news can bring some attention and buzz, which is better than having no voice and being ignored.
Chen Guanjiang didn't expect the newspaper to make a lot of money; he only hoped that the media would control more discourse power and influence.
By exposing himself to the spotlight and attracting public attention, Chen Guanjiang prevents those who covet his wealth from resorting to underhanded means to plunder it.
"Okay, boss!" Tang Yufei took it with both hands and looked at it carefully.
"Cut it away, slice by slice, the green grass by the river..."
"My friends! Fame should come early."
Tang Yufei respectfully turned and left, unable to hear what Chen Guanjiang was humming behind him, only feeling the boss's gaze through the window, seemingly able to see very, very far...