The Super Bodyguard of the Beautiful CEO

Chapter 315: Chapter 306: Lin Mu with a Background

As Lin Mu got out of the car at the city government compound, he happened to encounter Lei Gang, the Deputy Secretary of the South District Committee. Lei Gang was immediately filled with astonishment when he saw Lin Mu stepping out of the Provincial Committee Secretary’s car. He couldn’t help but rub his eyes. Finally, he confirmed that he hadn’t seen wrong; it was indeed Lin Mu getting out of the car, and he was chatting and laughing with Provincial Committee Secretary Meng Guoxiong, looking very close!

Oh my dear mother! Lin Mu, a small-time nobody, can actually get out of the Provincial Committee Secretary’s car, which means their relationship must be extraordinary. Thinking about himself, although he has connections in the province, he can’t even catch the eye of a big shot like Meng Guoxiong. Sigh, who would have thought that Lin Mu was pretending to be weak to lure the strong, playing him for a fool all along?

But Lei Gang also understood why Lin Mu dared to be so ostentatious and arrogant. It turns out his background is quite impressive; what is a mayor or municipal party secretary compared to a provincial party secretary? It’s simply no contest!

When Meng Guoxiong got out of the car, other city and district leaders also hurried forward to greet him. In the glow of this great figure, Lin Mu also seemed to be shining with radiance. Although he was not anyone notable, being able to stand beside Meng Guoxiong was a testament to his strength! So these people did not dare to overlook him; after greeting Meng Guoxiong, they obediently greeted Lin Mu, appearing to be quite subservient, as if Lin Mu was on the same level as Secretary Meng!

Lei Gang, the veteran Vice Secretary who knows how to read the wind, naturally would not fall behind. People respect Secretary Meng as the boss of the entire Dongguang Province, while he himself is a mere vice secretary or "grandchild." Naturally, he couldn’t just stand there silently, so he cheerfully went up and greeted Meng Guoxiong out of some diplomatic politeness required in the officialdom.

Even though Lei Gang had grudges with Lin Mu, and even though Secretary Meng seemed close with Lin Mu, Lei Gang still had to appear as if he and Secretary Meng were intimately close, as if they could share the same trousers. In officialdom, regardless of any private grievances, one cannot show them on the surface. Before superiors, the act must be convincing; even when it’s painful at heart, one must endure to maintain a foothold in the officialdom!

Lei Gang greeted Meng Guoxiong, then also nodded at Lin Mu, "Oh, Boss Lin, we meet again."

"Ha, hello, Secretary Lei!" Lin Mu responded warmly to Lei Gang.

After a round of pleasantries, under the arrangement of the mayor, a group of top leaders headed to the city government’s conference room to get seated! noveldrama

Once everyone was seated, Meng Guoxiong delivered an insightful socio-economic analysis, focusing on Wancheng’s current economic situation. He then extended his analysis from Wancheng’s economic conditions to its state-owned enterprises and finally expressed his intent to privatize the state-owned enterprises!

Of course, the decision to privatize Four Directions Pharmaceutical and Bayi Steel Company wasn’t something Meng Guoxiong could decide alone. Now, with a democratic centralism approach, leadership decisions needed to be fair, just, and open. Though Meng Guoxiong had the authority, at least on the surface, the process couldn’t reflect any traits of authoritarianism!

What Meng Guoxiong said was quite clear, and naturally, no city leader dared to openly go against him. Moreover, these two state-owned enterprises had long hindered Wancheng’s economic development, wasting massive resources from the city government. The input did not match the output ratio, and some had wanted to transfer these enterprises long ago!

Since the Provincial Committee Secretary had spoken, they were more than happy. This would also benefit their political performance appraisal at the end of the year, making everyone happy!

Lin Mu appearing alongside Meng Guoxiong in the public eye also signified a point: the one intending to acquire these two enterprises must be Lin Mu. Otherwise, why would Lin Mu, an outsider, be here? Now Lin Mu appeared as an investor.

Whether sold to someone or transferred, all city leaders had no objections. They were worried about finding someone willing to purchase these two enterprises—known money pits that only a wealthy fool with exceptional business talent would want to manage!

Now, with Lin Mu voluntarily stepping up, they were relieved and spared the trouble of inviting bids. If by any chance he managed well and created a miracle, it would aid Wancheng’s economic growth and benefit their performance evaluations. Conversely, if run poorly, transitioning the state enterprises to private ownership would not significantly impact them!

Meng Guoxiong calling this meeting, ostensibly for discussion, was in truth more of a formality. Who would dare defy the top leader’s opinion? Those in this position were all smart and wouldn’t challenge just to assert their presence. Besides, Meng Guoxiong’s strategy was indeed commendable!

"Secretary Meng, there are no objections to privatizing the state enterprises, but won’t the thousands of workers have grievances? Switching from state to private ownership shatters their iron rice bowl!" questioned Chen Dawei, the head of Bayi Steel Group.

Chen Dawei’s concerns weren’t unfounded. Transitioning from a state-owned workforce to a private enterprise might not sit well with others either. The state enterprise system promised job security with high pay. In private firms, it’s uncertain; you might be dismissed today or tomorrow. The workers aren’t naive; they’ll likely have grievances when this news breaks out!

"What you say is reasonable, and it’s also what I’m concerned about. Lin Mu, what are your thoughts on this matter?" Meng Guoxiong asked Lin Mu.

Lin Mu smiled slightly, "Actually, this is simple. I can guarantee that layoffs won’t exceed ten percent within a year, meaning I’ll financially support the factory’s thousands of workers myself. Of course, I have my own plans; I’ll reduce base salaries to a subsistence wage, but there will be monthly performance metrics. Everyone earns based on capability. If targets are met, there will be bonuses, and with hard work, salaries can certainly be much higher than now, possibly even double. Naturally, after setting targets, those maintaining current work efficiency won’t find me a fool; they’ll either have their subsistence wage or fall within the ten percent dismissal quota. My plan mainly aims to motivate workers’ enthusiasm, enabling the factory and the workers to earn more, achieving a win-win situation, and tightly connecting effort with income, making workers regard the factory as their home."

The city leadership nodded in agreement with Lin Mu’s strategy. Currently, the enterprises are stagnant; workers can no longer idle around there, lacking enthusiasm, let alone creativity and groundbreaking efforts. Following Lin Mu’s approach will certainly boost worker morale.