Reborn in 08, Public Enemy of Competitors

"Junior, thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to grant us this interview."

When Zhao Min saw Shen Mo again, she couldn't help but sigh.

The first interview was arranged at the school's request.

The second time, the newspaper turned around and begged Shen Mo.

"You're too kind, senior."

Shen Mo smiled slightly, "The City Express is the first media outlet to proactively approach me since I started my business. I won't refuse them, both out of courtesy and reason."

Zhong Xue couldn't help but interject, "Senior Zhao, you don't know, our boss has scheduled all the interviews with provincial media outlets like the Youth Times after you."

"Really? That would be our honor."

Zhao Min's eyes showed a hint of amazement, "A scholar should be looked at with new eyes after three days of separation. Junior, your change is too fast. It looks like you're about to become a billionaire."

"Actually, tens of millions or hundreds of millions don't mean much to me."

Shen Mo said, "I'm not interested in money. My happiest moments are when I'm playing Dota and World of Warcraft with my roommates in the dorm."

Not interested in money?

Zhao Min paused, "Ahem, let's get back to the main topic. Can you tell me how YiTao GO gained Tencent's favor and investment?"

"Well, of course it's because Ma Huateng affirms my abilities."

Shen Mo said with certainty, "At the same time, Tencent has seen the importance of YiTao GO in the e-commerce ecosystem."

"Could you elaborate on its importance, and in what ways does it manifest itself?" Zhao Min keenly inquired.

"Shopping guide platforms like YiTaoGO are not only a booster for the development of e-commerce, but also a powerful tool for shifting exports to the domestic market."

Shen Mo's smile faded, and his expression turned serious.

Zhao Min immediately became interested and wrote it down in her notebook.

"With the global subprime crisis spreading and international demand shrinking drastically, many of our coastal foreign trade enterprises are facing a survival crisis of plummeting orders and stockpiling inventory. But while things may not look good outside, they are very attractive inside. The domestic consumer market holds enormous potential."

Shen Mo spoke entirely without notes, fluently and eloquently.

"But factories that have long relied on foreign trade and are used to the B2B OEM model are at a loss when faced with the complex domestic e-commerce environment. What YiTaoGO wants to do is to act as a connector and catalyst."

"catalyst?"

Zhao Min's eyes lit up.

"That's right!"

Shen Mo nodded and said, "Just like last month, we successfully helped a garment factory in Wenzhou switch from export to domestic sales, delivering its stockpiled clothes directly to consumers through e-commerce. This not only helped the company reduce its inventory, but also helped it find a new path for brand transformation."

"How exactly does it help businesses?"

Zhao Min quickly took notes in her notebook.

"We must adhere to the 'Internet+' strategy."

Shen Mo said earnestly, "Traditional enterprises lack online experience, and building their own e-commerce channels is too costly, but YiTaoGO can empower them and reshape their DNA with the Internet."

"Factor companies do not need to invest huge sums in GG fees. They only need to pay commissions after the goods are sold, which can reduce the cost of trial and error. Moreover, we will provide traffic support and data analysis to help factories quickly understand the preferences of domestic consumers, realize the transformation from 'blind production' to 'production based on sales', and even force them to transform and seek upgrades."

"But transformation is an extremely difficult process. What if it fails?"

Zhao Min took a deep breath and posed a pointed question.

"Transformation may certainly fail; in fact, you could say that transformation is not waiting to die, but courting death. However, courting death still offers a glimmer of hope, while waiting to die means certain death."

Shen Mo's gaze was intense. "What YiTao GO wants to do is to help those companies that want to 'die' find a way to survive."

These words were a wake-up call.

Zhao Min suddenly realized that this interview was far more valuable than expected, even more so than the last one.

Shen Mo has been full of memorable quotes this time, such as "Thinking only leads to problems; doing only leads to answers" and "Using new technologies to create new productivity," he almost said "new quality productivity."

The interview with the City Express was just a preview; he will speak even more eloquently when facing provincial media outlets next.

In this way, even if it doesn't reach the ears of the emperor, it can still leave a good impression on those above.

There's no other reason than that I really want to improve!

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"Does EtaoGO currently have any specific plans to stimulate consumption and support businesses?"

Zhao Min suppressed her surprise and stared intently.

"We are preparing for several promotional events and shopping festivals."

Shen Mo said with some reservation: "Through group buying, special sales, and flash sales, we can help companies and factories quickly clear inventory, recover funds, and maintain operations and employment for workers in a short period of time."

"..."

"It even drives product research and development and design innovation, transforming and upgrading from 'Made in China' to 'Created in China,' from 'China Speed' to 'China Quality,' and from 'China Products' to 'China Brands.'"

"!!!"

Zhao Min's eyes lit up; this trip was definitely worthwhile!

"Now that you mention it, I'm thinking of joining your seven-day National Day tour to see if I can buy some good quality stuff at reasonable prices?"

"You're very welcome."

Shen Mo smiled and stood up: "EasyGO is offering extra discounts for new customers and first orders right now, so don't miss out, senior."

"Definitely, definitely."

Zhao Min exclaimed sincerely, "Junior, what you just said was truly excellent. With your eloquence and vision, it's such a pity you're not taking the civil service exam."

"There's nothing wrong with passing the civil service exam and serving the people."

Shen Mo smiled slightly, "But the business world offers me a wider world of possibilities, and I can serve the people in another way."

Zhong Xue's eyes widened, and she roared inwardly.

Holy crap, this young man!

………………

A few days later, the interview was published in the City Express, and provincial media such as Qianjiang Evening News and Jiangsu-Zhejiang Daily reprinted, reported and commented on it, which is rare for them.

In no time, Shen Mo's name spread throughout the entire Jiangsu and Zhejiang region.

With the arrival of National Day, YiTaoGO's "7-Day Group Buy" officially launched, instantly igniting a shopping frenzy.

This has prompted major domestic brands such as Metersbonwe and Langsha to lower their standards and seek cooperation with YiTaoGO.

This trend has swept across the entire e-commerce industry.

"How much wealth does he have to say he's not interested in money?"

Jack Ma scoffed, "That's more like it coming from me. I'm really not interested in money; I never touch money."

"Although it sounds a bit hypocritical, there is some truth to it: the Internet can empower traditional enterprises and help them transform and upgrade."

Joseph Tsai pushed up his glasses.

"Isn't this exactly what I've been saying all along?" Jack Ma tapped the table. "Ali wants to make it easy to do business anywhere!"

"Yes, what Shen Mo said is actually more appropriate for us to say. YiTaoGO is only a small company."

Cai Chongxin's tone carried a hint of contempt.

"Therefore, we must step forward!"

Jack Ma slammed his hand on the table. "Old Cai, call a meeting immediately. I need to further develop the Taobao strategy. At this critical juncture, Alibaba must prioritize helping foreign trade enterprises transform into domestic sales companies, resolving inventory backlogs, and expanding the domestic market!"

"good!"

Cai Chongxin asked, "Could Ali and Taobao take inspiration from YiTao GO's promotions and create a few similar ones?"

"We also need to include Taobao Mall."

Jack Ma said decisively.

Cai Chongxin looked troubled: "Taobao Mall is in a very awkward situation right now. Huang Ruo has resigned, and the entire business unit is in a state of panic. Everyone has different opinions on whether to continue with B2C."

"This will be put on hold for now, and we'll discuss it in a later meeting."

Jack Ma waved his hand, "The most urgent task now is to use Ali to closely link these three elements—small and medium-sized online merchants, small and medium-sized website owners, and small and medium-sized enterprises—to achieve a win-win situation..."

Cai Chongxin chimed in, "That's right. This subprime crisis is a great opportunity for the development of Ali and our e-commerce."

Jack Ma stood with his hands on his hips, a hint of arrogance flashing in his eyes.

Silence? He dares to talk to me about e-commerce?

The responsibility of building China's e-commerce industry rests on my shoulders!