Financial freedom starts with smiling at life

Chapter 400: What kind of big spender is he?

Riverside marathon trail.

At 6:30 a.m., the district head was waiting for Jiangbei City at the usual spot.

If it weren't for my habit of jogging in the morning, I really wouldn't be able to get up at this hour.

If it were anyone else, getting up this early would probably be an attempt to get close to the district head and curry favor with him.

However, Jiang Beicheng didn't have such a strong purpose. He knew quite a few provincial-level officials, most of whom were from the municipal party committee and government.

On the surface, he and the district head are government-business partners, and in private they are also good friends.

When they met today, Jiang Beicheng didn't use his previous titles, but called him "District Chief" or "Secretary Gao".

Instead, he addressed him directly as "Secretary".

Within the system, people tend to exaggerate their titles; in Jiangbei City, calling him "Secretary" implies that he is being treated as the top leader.

The district's top leader, based on age, is about to retire to a secondary position, and there's a high chance that District Chief Gao will be promoted.

When District Chief Gao heard Jiang Beicheng address him as "Secretary," he naturally understood the meaning behind it.

He wasn't being modest; he was definitely happy inside.

Who in politics doesn't want to climb the ranks?

Besides, he was full of enthusiasm and wanted to get things done.

"What have you been busy with lately? I haven't seen you go for a morning run in a while." District Chief Gao accepted Jiang Beicheng's congratulations and chatted with him while warming up.

"I only go for a drive on Park Avenue occasionally, but I'm not as self-disciplined as the Party Secretary," Jiang Beicheng laughed. "When I have too many social engagements, I go back to bed after drinking and can't get up the next day."

"The country is now strongly advocating for raising public awareness of weight management. You young people should pay attention to this, as various chronic diseases are affecting younger and younger people."

"I'll learn from you," Jiang Beichen replied.

After warming up, the two jogged along the marathon trail.

District Chief Gao took the initiative to share some of his management experiences with Jiangbei City.

Jiang Beicheng could feel that the district head treated him like "one of his own".

Whether District Chief Gao's insights will achieve the desired results is not for Jiang Beicheng to say, but one thing is certain: he is keeping pace with the times and seeking innovation and change.

Local development does indeed need these kinds of parental officials.

If he can really get promoted this time, the district will definitely have a brand-new look, which will be a boon for businesses and entrepreneurs.

This district head has been biding his time for many years, waiting for the day he can finally unleash his full potential.

Jiang Beicheng really enjoyed chatting with this department-level cadre about practical matters and the economy. He had a deep understanding of the theories of great men and was one of the few leaders who had his own insights into the spirit of various meetings.

It's not the kind of leader who speaks in a bureaucratic tone, but rather one who is practical yet possesses a certain idealism.

"District Chief Gao."

Good morning, District Chief.

"..."

The citizens jogging on the trail greeted him with smiles.

District Chief Gao replied with a smile, and would occasionally take the initiative to inquire about the health of the citizens.

In fact, politics and business have something in common, which is also the approach that Jiangbei City has always been practicing: first, you must immerse yourself in the real lives of the general public in order to make relatively correct decisions in major areas such as management decisions and corporate strategic adjustments.

In the words of the local residents, District Chief Gao is a down-to-earth leader.

Jiang Beicheng is also a down-to-earth entrepreneur in the local area.

The two ran for seven or eight kilometers before stopping to take a walk and adjust their physical condition.

"There's a place up ahead that serves stir-fried pork kidney noodles; it's pretty good," District Chief Gao told Jiang Beicheng.

Jiang Beicheng smiled and followed him to have breakfast together.

"Old Yang, how's business today?" District Chief Gao asked the boss with a smile.

"Good morning, District Chief." The boss greeted him warmly, then addressed Jiang Beicheng as "President Jiang."

“I know them all,” said District Chief Gao.

“Yes, I know him. Mr. Jiang is currently establishing a dockside chamber of commerce. We even went to the district’s catering association for a mobilization meeting,” Mr. Yang replied with a smile.

"The dock chamber of commerce?" District Chief Gao looked at Jiangbei City with interest. "Old Yang, two bowls of pork kidney noodles."

He stroked Jiang Beicheng's arm and led him inside to sit down. "President Jiang, let's talk about your dock chamber of commerce."

Jiang Beicheng truthfully explained his thoughts to his superiors.

District Chief Gao asked with concern, "Has the Municipal Civil Affairs Bureau approved it?"

Jiang Beicheng: "The materials have been submitted, but the results haven't come out yet."

District Chief Gao said, "If the city doesn't approve it, the district will approve it for you, and I'll vouch for it."

We'll free up a few offices for your dockside chamber of commerce in the government building.

In the past few decades, when we talked about the rich helping the poor, we were building a bridge.

That bridge plays an irreplaceable role in macroeconomic development. The bridge itself is fine, but it's currently built too high.

In the minds of ordinary people, they feel like they are looking up to the bridge and do not feel the convenience it brings.

What we need to do now is to let them truly feel that, on the original basis, we are building an elevator for them.

The dockside chamber of commerce acts as an escalator.

District Chief Gao's "elevator theory" is actually the theory of "soft commercial society" that Jiangbei City follows.

The two people have different positions and identities, and different ways of thinking, but their basic logic is the same.

Jiang Beicheng smiled and replied, "To thank the secretary for his support of the dock chamber of commerce, I'm treating you to breakfast."

"I brought you here for breakfast, so it's definitely on me," District Chief Gao said with a smile.

Mr. Yang brought over a bowl of noodles and said, "Both of you are great benefactors to us small vendors. This is on me."

The three of them looked at each other and smiled.

Finally, District Chief Gao proposed "AA" (splitting the bill equally)!
It's rare for a normal person to see such a scene: a department-level official and a multi-millionaire entrepreneur having breakfast at a noodle shop, arguing over a few dozen yuan for breakfast, and finally splitting the bill.

This doesn't align with the public's perception of the two individuals. However, in reality, there are indeed good officials like District Chief Gao.

Jiang Beicheng understood District Chief Gao's character. Whether discussing work in public or interacting privately, they maintained the tacit understanding they had built up over time and never tested each other's principles.

Normal exchanges.

It has a touch of the "gentleman's friendship is as light as water" quality.

The two finished their noodles just as the morning rush hour began.

The number of customers has increased.

Jiangbei City and District Chief Gao bid farewell first.

"Good morning, District Chief!"

"Mr. Jiang!"

"Has Mr. Jiang eaten yet?"

"..."

Both of them are very famous in society.

Many citizens recognize him and greet him with a smile.

Some citizens also took photos and videos with their mobile phones.

For leaders at the level of District Chief Gao, 99% of them would not dare to face the cameras in the hands of the general public.

The premise is that you must act with a clear conscience on this path.

The High District Chief openly and confidently faced the public's cameras.

Jiangbei City became even more at ease.

The two finished their noodles and said goodbye.

Jiang Beicheng went straight home and took a shower.

I worked from home this morning, held two video conferences, and replied to some messages and emails that required his decision.

Shen Jun returned from the Civil Affairs Bureau at noon and asked her to contact the airline to arrange a business trip to Hengdian over the weekend.

A super S-level fantasy suspense drama produced by Yizhi Culture Media held its opening ceremony in Hengdian this weekend.

The investment in this drama exceeded 5 million yuan.

It is the most expensive TV series among the film and television projects approved this year.

This is also the first move made by Yizhi Culture Media in film and television investment and production.

This card is of great significance. Jiang Beicheng's original words to Liu Tao were, "It must be played well, and it would be even better if it could be a resounding success."

Everyone in the entertainment industry knows that President Jiang is a powerful newcomer with a lot of money. To consolidate his position and reputation, he must produce some decent works and achievements.

You can't let people think you're a pretentious player with no investment acumen, no production team... all talk and no action.

"I'll contact them right away," Shen Jun replied.

"Let's have lunch first," Jiang Beicheng said.

While eating, Jiang Beicheng inquired about the "Dock Chamber of Commerce".

Shen Jun said, "The civil affairs department is still not entirely at ease with this group, and I will continue to follow up."

Jiang Beicheng nodded: "It would be better if it could be approved. If it can't be approved, then we'll have the district government endorse it. I talked about this with the district head this morning during our morning run."

He values ​​this community very much.

Shen Jun nodded in response.

……

Saturday night, Hengdian World Studios.

Feng Xiaogang's movie filming didn't finish until the early hours of the morning.

"Let's have some skewers and drinks for the whole crew, it's on me," Feng Kuzi said readily.

The stagehand reminded him, "Director Feng, a film crew will be using this venue tomorrow."

Their opening ceremony this afternoon requires us to leave the venue by 8:00 AM tomorrow.

"Why rush it for a day or two?" Feng Kuzi said. "We've been rushing the schedule since we joined the crew. Can't we even relax a bit after filming is finished?"

The production assistant said, "Director Feng, you guys go get some late-night snacks. I'll take the guys to stay up all night and clear the set."

It's not good to delay people's time.

"Which film crew?" Feng Kuzi asked.

"Director Wei's film crew."

"Ignore it, we need to film two more takes tomorrow, we can't leave today," Feng Kuzi said. "Call the brothers over for dinner."

"The investor this time is Yizhi Culture Media, and the big financial backer behind it is..." the stage manager reminded them.

"What a load of bull!" Feng Kuzi was annoyed. He still had a lot of influence in Hengdian. The investor behind the drama he was filming was China Film Group, and it was a National Day tribute film.

Even if production companies like Enlight Media and Bona Film Group came, it wouldn't make a difference, let alone a mere Yizhi Culture Media.

He felt that Jiang Beicheng, a newcomer to the industry, should take the initiative to visit his seniors.

There are only a handful of top-tier directors in China, and Feng Xiaogang is one of them.

Shouldn't you, Mr. Jiang, pay me a visit?
"Don't worry, I'll give Director Tao a call, he'll give me that kind of face," Feng Kuzi said confidently.

He invited the film crew and actors to go out for a late-night snack.

Just as he was finishing his meal, the production assistant reminded him again to call Tao Chuan, the director of the Hengdian World Studios Management Committee, and ask him to coordinate something.

"You've been with me for so many years, and I've never seen you so long-winded," Feng Kuzi cursed at the stage manager, then took out his phone and called Tao Chuan.

"Director Tao, I'm sorry to disturb your rest." Feng Kuzi, who had drunk some wine, said with a smile, "There's something I need to do. I can't clear the area here tonight. I heard that a film crew is coming in tomorrow. Could you help me coordinate and give me a couple more days to clear the area?"

He felt he had some influence in Hengdian, and Tao Chuan also respected these famous directors.

Tao Chuan said, "Director Feng, you must clear the venue tonight and make room for me, no matter what."

(End of this chapter)