Chapter 1548 You really get things done!

"Hey, wife, hurry up and pack your things, get ready to come to Beijing to report for duty. What did you say? You want to stay in the southwest to work? Instead of coming to serve this old man?"

Hehehe, you'd better think it through. Once your son and daughter arrive in the Southwest, you'll have to take a three-day, three-night train ride to see them. Oh yes, and your daughter is coming too.

“.”

On the other end of the phone, Shan Shengwen's wife was stunned for a long time before asking in a low voice, "What happened? How did you suddenly become so insightful? Did you promise someone something that even solved your daughter's job problem?"

Shan Shengwen has lived most of his life. While he may not be considered a selfless father who neglects his children, compared to some others, he is not a good father. People in the same position as him have children who are already living a life of luxury, while his children are still struggling at the grassroots level.

So his wife got nervous, thinking something had happened.

Shan Shengwen stood ramrod straight and said arrogantly, "No, I didn't even say a word, and they contacted me on their own initiative, asking me to report on my children's situation as soon as possible. I'll go and take care of it this noon."

Shan Shengwen's wife immediately deflated: "What are you talking about when you haven't even finalized anything? Haven't you encountered enough empty promises before?"

"Stop, stop, stop! I'll take care of it right now. You just have the children prepare to come to Beijing!"

“.”

After hanging up on his wife, Shan Shengwen arranged for a car to go straight to the light vehicle company.

Because he had called ahead, Lu Zhizhang was already waiting for Shan Shengwen in the guardhouse when Shan arrived.

"Director Shan, right? I'm Lu Zhizhang, you can just call me Lao Lu."

"Hehehe, then you can call me Lao Dan too! When I was in the Southwest, my colleagues all called me Lao Dan."

"Hahaha, I can tell you're a straightforward guy, Lao Dan."

Same as above.

Shan Shengwen had a decent impression of Lu Zhizhang; he seemed like a smooth and sophisticated person, a standard characteristic of many unit leaders.

However, Lu Zhizhang then asked, "Old Dan, we still have some time. Shall we go to the small canteen first, or should I show you around first?"

Shan Shengwen said, "Then it would be best to take a look around. I've heard that your work efficiency is high, and it would be great to have the opportunity to learn from you."

"Okay, then I'll show you around."

Lu Zhizhang then took Lao Dan for a stroll around the light vehicle company.

"This is our old factory. Six or seven years ago, we were almost unable to pay wages. But look at us now, the workers are in good spirits, aren't they?"

"They're really good, they're all very motivated."

"That's right. Some skilled workers earn more than me, so how could they not be motivated?"

“.”

"This is the first branch factory, which is also the forefront of our unit's reform pilot project. The production tasks are tight, the work pressure is high, and the requirements for work efficiency are even higher."

Because the factory has a large number of young people, it's more energetic and proud. Of course, there are also quite a few older folks like me there, and they're all determined to succeed.

"Indeed, it's really different."

Shan Shengwen wasn't a greenhorn, so of course he could sense the gap between the First Factory and the Light Vehicle Company.

If the old factories of the light truck company were well-trained militia, then the first branch factory was a battle-hardened regular army, while the Southwest Heavy Truck where Shan Shengwen used to work was even worse than a defeated army!

Work was dragged on haphazardly, safety was practically nonexistent, and there was an air of decay and stagnation about everything, completely at odds with the atmosphere here.

Lu Zhizhang suddenly changed the subject: "Old Dan, I've told you about the differences between the old factory and the branch factory. So, do you think your family and children should be placed in the old factory or the branch factory?"

Old Dan paused for a moment before realizing the meaning behind Lu Zhizhang's words.

People are worried that the workload at the branch factory is too heavy, and their family members and children are all "wives" and "young masters" and they can't adapt to it!

This changed Lao Dan's opinion of Lao Lu. Lu Zhizhang was not only a shrewd and resourceful person, but also a "pragmatist"!

Old Dan immediately said seriously, "Old Lu, don't worry, my family and children are all hardworking ordinary people. My wife, in particular, has won the title of Production Pacesetter three times in the factory-wide skills competition. It was a real production competition, not the kind based on voting."

My children may not be outstanding talents, but they have all worked diligently at the grassroots level for five or six years. They may not have other merits, but they are definitely hardworking and resilient.

Once they arrive, you can let them work on a trial basis. If their skills are not up to par or their work ability is not up to standard, send them back immediately.”

“.”

Lu Zhizhang couldn't help but laugh: "It's impossible to send them back. We have easy jobs here, but here, as long as you're hardworking and conscientious, you can advance and have a future."

Shan Shengwen patted his chest and said, "Don't worry about that. They're definitely no match for smooth talkers, but when it comes to being hardworking and reliable, I'm not bragging, they're all top-notch."

"Hey, Lao Dan, you said it yourself! Then I won't be giving Madam Sou and the others any easy positions, you'd better think things through for them."

"I've thought it all out for them. Don't worry, I, Lao Dan, will never renege on my debt."

After such a "frank" conversation, the two actually grew closer. When it was lunchtime, Lao Dan finally took the opportunity to ask the question that had been on his mind.

"Old Lu, you're well-informed in Beijing, so do you know why I was transferred here?"

Lu Zhizhang paused for a moment, then said, "I don't know the specifics, but when the group's leadership held a meeting a while ago, Deputy General Manager Li brought out the duty roster for cadres during the Spring Festival."

The duty roster contains detailed records of the duty schedules of various units in Southwest China, and it seems your performance has been particularly outstanding.”

The question in Shan Shengwen's mind was finally answered.

Outstanding performance?

Being highlighted is just a reason and a manifestation; no matter how outstanding it is, it still needs to be approved by the leadership team, and Li Ye is one of the members of that team.

Seeing Shan Shengwen's expression, Lu Zhizhang couldn't help but laugh and tease him, "What's wrong, Lao Shan? You're not happy about the promotion? You're not a homebody, are you?"

"No, that's not it."

Shan Shengwen smiled bitterly, "I've seen too many things over the years, but this is the one thing I can't understand. I've never met President Li before; it was just a phone call on duty, yet he's given such a high position."

"If we don't give you important positions, who should we give them important positions? Are we going to give important positions to those who play mahjong while on duty during the Spring Festival?"

Lu Zhizhang calmly said, "I know about the situation in the Southwest, but it is precisely because of that situation that your integrity stands out. This is much more difficult than adhering to principles in our unit. If you don't follow the crowd, you're an outlier."

What you said makes sense.

These words really struck a chord with Shan Shengwen. You see, if it weren't for his considerable management skills, he would have been replaced long ago.

However, just as Shan Shengwen was filled with emotion, Lu Zhizhang suddenly asked, "Old Shan, in Southwest Heavy Truck, are there many people like you who are talented but not given the opportunity to shine?"

Shan Shengwen paused for a moment, then said, "There are still some, I think! Why are you asking this, Lao Lu?"

Lu Zhizhang smiled slightly and said, "I once met an engineer from your unit surnamed Kan. I heard he's been unemployed at home recently?"

Shan Shengwen was even more confused. Old Kan had indeed been implicated in the recent "earthquake" at Southwest Heavy Truck and had been ordered to stay home and reflect on his actions.

But how did Lu Zhizhang find out?

Of course, Shan Shengwen didn't know that a few days ago, more than a hundred people from the light vehicle company went to the southwest. Many of them were Lu Zhizhang's old colleagues of more than ten years and were also Lu Zhizhang's informants.

"That's true, but how did you know, Lao Lu?"

Hehehehe~

Lu Zhizhang smiled and said, "Never mind how I know, just tell me, isn't someone like Lao Kan more suited to shine in an organization like ours?"

Shan Shengwen was completely dumbfounded. It turned out that Lu Zhizhang was actually doing something!

Are they even willing to poach talent? Are they just trying to save time and effort?

(End of this chapter)