Who can work a 9-to-5 job?!
Zhuang Xu's thoughts jumped around in an instant.
He thought the interviewer seemed quite easygoing and had a very pleasant voice—the kind of mature and intellectual male voice you could immediately tell was.
Zhuang Xu snapped out of his daze, hurriedly sat down, and belatedly remembered that he should introduce himself first: "Hello, I'm Zhuang Xu, I graduated from..."
Jiang Chuan interrupted him gently: "It's okay, there's no need for further self-introduction, it's already very clear on your resume."
Zhuang Xu looked a little embarrassed and fell silent.
Not knowing what to do, I could only sit there restlessly in my chair.
His resume was a complete mess.
Despite my best efforts to optimize and modify it according to online suggestions, I still couldn't cover up the flaws.
For example... why is there a whole year-long gap after graduation, and even during internships there is no work experience to write down?
Zhuang Xu certainly knew why.
During his university years, he was addicted to all sorts of games, online games, single-player games, and so on, to the point that he almost didn't graduate. Fortunately, he woke up at the last minute and didn't end up having to extend his studies.
As for why there was a year-long gap after graduation.
His major wasn't related to game design, but he was ambitious to enter the industry that year, so he taught himself at home—basically, he played various games to gain a deeper understanding of gameplay, mechanics, and design.
result?
Of course, there were no results.
Would a company like that really want someone like me?
He cautiously glanced around at the environment that looked like that of a business elite, and felt even more inferior.
If they had made even a little research progress, they wouldn't be stuck in this limbo, neither good enough for high-level projects nor good enough for low-level ones.
Zhuang Xu knew very well that if he couldn't find a job, he would just go to the lower-tier markets and compete with security guards for food. Wouldn't it be better to avoid taking decades of detours in life?
But that's what I really thought.
There will still be some reluctance, after all, it's a dream I once cherished, and besides, my parents worked hard to support me through college, only to have me become a security guard...
Reality is a complete mess.
Jiang Chuan gave Zhuang Xu some time to adjust to the environment before starting to ask his own questions.
These are all common questions that interviewers would ask.
Questions like "What are your thoughts on the gaming industry?" or "What are your thoughts on the current Chinese gaming market?" are questions about perspectives.
Zhuang Xu initially answered somewhat haltingly, but when he realized that he was actually the only one in the room, he gradually relaxed completely and became visibly less nervous.
The pressure of an online voice interview is definitely different from that of a real interview.
Next came some questions that involved professional knowledge.
From the perspective of a true insider, Jiang Chuan is actually only a semi-outsider; he is not a top expert in the gaming industry.
He wanted to make games simply because he couldn't stand the current game market in China and wanted to do things he hadn't had the time or ability to do in his previous life, and wanted to make some changes as he could.
Zhuang Xu's answers were all acceptable.
"Thank you for choosing our company."
Jiang Chuan then finalized the deal on the spot and began to talk to Zhuang Xu about the company's benefits: "Based on the position of executive planner you applied for, we can currently offer around 6.5k during the probationary period, which is one month."
"We start paying social insurance and housing fund contributions from the first day of employment, and our monthly salary is paid on the last day of the month."
"No overtime on weekends, and all statutory holidays are off. Working hours are from 9 am to 5 pm, including a two-hour lunch break. The company is currently small, so there are only accommodation and transportation allowances... You don't need to write these down here; we'll give you a more detailed booklet later."
Zhuang Xu would never have guessed that what sounded like such a fluent speech was actually a script that the very skilled interviewer he thought he was talking about had just written today.
Reading from the script is much easier than organizing your words on the spot.
After listening to such a long passage, Zhuang Xu was somewhat bewildered. His eyes welled up with tears, but thankfully he didn't burst into tears.
So this means... I've found a job?
Why does it feel like a windfall? I took a bite, and it was incredibly sweet.
Dizzy from the barrage of perks, Zhuang Xu completely failed to notice the bizarre fact that a game company and an internet company would promise a 9-to-5 job with weekends off and no overtime.
A company that is too normal and legal looks like a scam in the current environment.
But Zhuang Xu was certain that this was definitely not a scam.
Who is this scammer who opened a company in Chuangzhi Yunjing? Do you know how much the rent is per square meter per day?
He was about to agree without hesitation.
The unseen interviewer hesitated for a moment and asked, "Is this your first interview? Or have you not had many interviews?"
Zhuang Xu hesitated, unsure whether to answer honestly, wondering if it would make him seem unappealing. After a moment's thought, he finally nodded.
The interviewer's response caught Zhuang Xu off guard.
The other party had no intention of lowering the price, in fact—
"Actually, you don't need to rush to accept an offer after receiving it. You should consider it carefully. You can even interview with several companies and then choose one based on your overall assessment."
"We are, after all, a startup company. We may not be able to operate stably for a long time. We may go bankrupt after only a few months of official operation."
Jiang Chuan's tone was very sincere.
To be fair, what the interviewer said was true.
Otherwise, there wouldn't be so many people on the internet advising job seekers not to go to startups, because once you get in, it's definitely "the more capable you are, the more work you get" and "lots of work for little pay".
Moreover, it's unstable; it might go bankrupt before long.
Upon hearing this from the interviewer, Zhuang Xu suddenly understood what it meant to say, "Sincerity is the ultimate weapon." His throat tightened slightly.
Zhuang Xu had been working with recruitment software and had talked to HR professionals from all walks of life during this period, but this was the first time he had encountered such a sincere HR person.
Since there's a probationary period, there's no need to worry about being scammed after signing a contract. I'll just try this job out first.
Zhuang Xu breathed a sigh of relief.
Jiang Chuan breathed a sigh of relief after seeing off the first interviewee. He was actually sitting to the side of Zhuang Xu, but he completed the entire interview without Zhuang Xu being able to see him.
After this experience, Jiang Chuan felt that he had done a pretty good job as an interviewer; at least he completed the entire interview without failing halfway through.
Because there's no need to face strangers, the process is more relaxed for both parties.
Next, there are more than twenty people...
Jiang Chuan glanced at the resume and waited for the next interviewee to arrive.
The count watched the entire day's interview process from the sidelines. No matter how resistant Jiang Chuan seemed, from a realistic perspective, this man really was a born magical girl.
Not coming into this line of work would not only be a loss for the Magical Girl Management Bureau, but also a loss for Jiang Chuan's personal integrity.
Approaching thirty, he still retains such pure qualities.
However... He couldn't quite understand Jiang Chuan's recruitment rules; from a human perspective, he couldn't understand them at all.
Even those with poor performance, like Zhuang Xu who had almost no work experience, were hired.
Okay, for example, an interviewee who was previously a lead game designer at a mid-sized game studio performed quite well from start to finish, but was rejected on the spot.
The term "on the spot" is neutral here.
Regardless of the interview outcome, Jiang Chuan always gave the result on the spot.
Being the lead game designer is a role that not just anyone can take on.
Generally speaking, they must be experienced veterans, because the lead planner is responsible for the development and quality of the entire game.
When the other party seemed incredulous at being rejected and pressed for an explanation, Jiang Chuan simply gave them a "friend zone" treatment, saying things like, "You're great, it's our company that doesn't deserve you."
The dialogue was too sincere.
The job seeker had never encountered anything like this before and left completely bewildered.
"Why did you refuse?" the count asked, somewhat curious.
Are you quite old?
It's definitely not because of that.
Jiang Chuan himself wasn't quite sure why he refused.
First, there's a rather mystical explanation: he felt that the person in front of him wasn't a good person, and their way of thinking wasn't really suitable for the kind of games he wanted to explore in the future.
Despite being socially awkward, Jiang Chuan is quite adept at judging people. This might be related to his past experiences, or his observations of the world and others during the six years before he started working.
It's difficult to describe in great detail why it doesn't work.
But it just doesn't work.
The count recalled what he had seen in the interviewee and made up his mind once again to keep Jiang Chuan under the control of the Magical Girl Administration.
That must be a huge KPI.
Jiang Chuan had been busy all day, and looking at the time, it was almost five o'clock.
He worked for four hours straight in the afternoon, but unlike the dream he had last night, which made his soul scream with exhaustion, he actually looked radiant as he finished get off work.
Indeed, being able to work normally actually helps improve one's sense of completeness and happiness in life.
This was Jiang Chuan's first time working a normal job in this life, and overall the experience was good, which put his mind at ease a little.
"President Jiang?"
Song Zhiming was still busy at his workstation when he received a message from Jiang Chuan.
Jiang Chuan: It's about time. Today is the first day of work, so let's leave early.
There are still more than twenty minutes until it's time to get off work.
Although Song Zhiming is a bit young, he has a wealth of work experience and has worked for several very good companies. However, this is the first time he has ever seen a company that allows employees to leave work early on the first day of work.
If this were any other boss, it would definitely be the beginning of a bad trend.
Song Zhiming didn't stand on ceremony with his boss and readily agreed. After quickly packing his things, he left the company to enjoy his after-get off work life.
...
The production team of the program "The Survival Diary of Contemporary Migrant Workers".
It's 7 PM now, and the first batch of footage has been sent to the production team's email address.
With a total volume approaching three digits, you can imagine how massive this project was. And of all this material, very little could actually be selected for fine editing.
In this industry, working overtime is the norm when things get busy.
Some smart employees have already brewed coffee and decided what to order for their late-night snack.
Meng Feifei, the main person in charge of the program, was also prepared to work overtime. She was no exception, sitting in front of the computer, looking at the only promising talents selected from the first batch.
Hmm... This 35-year-old is someone that internet companies should keep a close eye on. Maybe we can see him get optimized and released back into society before the end of the season.
A natural hot topic.
This optimal age for childbearing is almost over, and married women should also pay attention, as they might soon be forced out of their jobs by their companies.
It remains a hot topic.
These are all materials from working professionals, and Meng Feifei, with her keen sense of smell from years of experience in the variety show industry, judged the subsequent development of its popularity.
As for those who are still struggling to find a job...
The economic climate is bad this year, and jobs are hard to find.
Some keywords have already surfaced in her mind, such as educational discrimination, gender discrimination, inhumane HR, etc.—what's going on here?
She saw an interview template that her subordinates had just sent her.
Why isn't there even an interviewer? With this question in mind, Meng Feifei clicked into the video.
Then, quite satisfied, I withdrew.
Whether it's true or just empty promises from the interviewer, it's definitely something to talk about.
Even if this pie in the sky is ridiculously fake, Meng Feifei believes that at least in this show, the first element that breaks out of the norm has already been created.
The HR person has a very pleasant voice.
She could easily imagine that among a group of inhuman HR professionals, such a pleasant voice would definitely attract many voice enthusiasts.
At that point, there will probably be trending comments like "He exploits me, he must like me."
"Pay close attention to this ordinary person named Zhuang Xu."
Meng Feifei acted decisively and began arranging the relevant matters. Zhuang Xu had already received an offer, and even if he didn't pass the probationary period, the program team could use that month to observe the startup game company.
"Then, find some extreme examples of HR inhumane behavior, mix these together and edit them, and put Zhuang Xu's one at the end."
The stark contrast and comparison create a lot of buzz.
However, I must emphasize one thing again: "The editing team, please pay attention, and make sure that the people and companies in the footage are not exposed. Keep them well covered up."
If there's a warning that the person has been exposed, then this show can't continue.
Jiang Chuan was unaware that his company, which hadn't even started operating yet, was already attracting the attention of the production team. He was currently buying groceries, heading home to cook, and then eating.
I get off work at five o'clock, and it's still not dark in early spring.
The weather was nice; Jiang Chuan liked the cool, breezy feeling of the day when there was little sun.
The count waited patiently until Jiang Chuan finished his meal and was completely free of trouble, then he would have a legitimate reason to ask Jiang Chuan to conduct a magic test.
As a noble magician, occasionally bowing down for the sake of work only makes Him appear even greater.
I really look forward to seeing someone like Jiang Chuan...
The count imagined the typical magical girl talents and then incorporated Jiang Chuan into it. There was a subtle sense of incongruity, but it looked rather...exciting.
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