But Su Ming still emphasized that the decor must appear tasteful, because it represents the company's image.

Upon hearing this, Yang Chang was a bit puzzled, thinking the company hadn't started making money yet and should consider saving costs first.

Su Ming continued explaining that even though we're just a construction company, many people will come to discuss contracts and projects with us.

Among them will surely be some important figures, even government officials. We can't let them look down on us; otherwise, when we collaborate with them later, we'll definitely face a lot of obstacles.

Yang Chang suddenly realized this, deciding to strive for a balance between cost savings and enhancing the company's image during the renovation.

These days, while overseeing the company's decor, Su Ming also bought some items, like air conditioning, office desks, and water dispensers.

He also set up a traditional-style table for tea in front of the company entrance on the first floor, with a Taishi chair placed behind it.

Su Ming remembered seeing such an arrangement in Li Guoqiang's office, where Li Guoqiang sipped tea casually while giving orders, an image that left a deep impression on Su Ming's mind, hard to forget.

Although Su Ming's set of table and chairs only cost a few thousand yuan, Li Guoqiang's tea cup alone might have cost over ten thousand.

Clearly, there is a gap between the two, but Su Ming believes in doing what's within one's means.

After a few days, the company has begun to take shape. Su Ming leisurely sat in the Taishi chair, sipping tea, as he picked up his phone to post on social media.

He's not doing this just to show off, since Su Ming believes that being in his early twenties, he can't yet maintain the composure of someone like Li Guoqiang.

Young people should display a sense of ambition, otherwise bottling up everything will eventually lead to problems.

Su Ming tried to capture the company's entire layout, most importantly depicting himself sitting in the Taishi chair in a commanding pose, then wrote at the bottom of the picture: "My first company is about to open!"

Soon after, many friends started leaving comments below.

"Brother Ming, oh no, from today you should be called Mr. Su. You're really amazing, Mr. Su having his own company at such a young age!"

"This company's decor seems very tasteful. Look at the Taishi chair and the elegant tea table, looks like it cost a lot of money."

"Mr. Su, does the company need more staff? I can come; I can serve tea and water."

Looking at the comments, Su Ming found that most were from previous friends and old classmates. He also noticed that his WeChat notifications had already reached the limit.

Su Ming shook his head helplessly and thought to himself, "When I was unheard of, there were hardly any messages on WeChat, but now that I've achieved a little, congratulatory messages are pouring in."

One of the messages was from his former school beauty, Lin Fengjiao: "Su Ming, you're truly amazing. We're still working hard, and you've already got your own company. Congratulations!"

This made Su Ming recall the boys who lined up after school just to catch a glimpse of Lin Fengjiao, the school beauty.

Back then, Lin Fengjiao was also Su Ming's crush, but he appeared so ordinary among her many pursuers that he couldn't catch her attention.

Thinking of this, Su Ming simply replied: "It's nothing much; the company has just started."

"Su Ming, you're too modest. As everyone knows, the hardest time for a company is at its start because it requires a lot of capital. Among our old classmates, you're already like a dragon and phoenix among us!"

Lin Fengjiao paused, then continued: "Do you still need people? Why don't I work for you? Anyway, I'm very dissatisfied with my current job, the salary is low, and the hours are long."

From Lin Fengjiao's words, Su Ming could feel the hardships faced by ordinary people in today's society.

Lin Fengjiao is a university graduate and is attractive, but even her conditions, which are better than most, still leave her dissatisfied with her current job.

As the economy gradually declines, capitalists are finding ways to cut costs, so everyone's salaries are decreasing, and layoffs are frequent.

After all, in such a harsh economic environment, if you don't do the job, there's always someone who will!

Su Ming thought for a while, then responded: "Okay, if our company needs people, you'll be the first we consider."

"Great, Su Ming, let's count on it! I'd rather work for you, my old classmate, than for anyone else!" Lin Fengjiao replied with a smile.

Su Ming pondered for a moment, realizing that as a construction company mostly made up of rough men, they didn't really need female workers.

Suddenly, he glanced at the reception area by the staircase and immediately thought of a position suitable for Lin Fengjiao: she could be the receptionist and later, his assistant secretary.

This position doesn't require much skill, but it demands high standards in appearance, figure, and even voice because it represents the company's face.

As a former school beauty, Lin Fengjiao excels in all these aspects, making her perfect for the role.

However, it's not the right time yet, as the company hasn't turned a profit, and currently, Mingchang Construction Company only consists of Su Ming, Yang Chang, Sha Hai, and a few renovation workers.

Once the company grows bigger and stronger, it would be ideal to have the school beauty come and manage the front desk.

Just then, Su Ming received a video call invitation. He looked closely and found it was from his old classmate Deng Zhigang.

Su Ming suddenly remembered Deng Zhigang's message, wanting to follow him to Longcheng City.

But since Su Ming was just a driver, he couldn't possibly let this old classmate come all the way only to find out he was merely driving someone else's luxury car; that would surely damage his reputation.

However, now that he's started a company and can be considered a boss, and at this time when the company needs people, his help would be more than welcome.

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