CHAPTER 1942: CHAPTER 1767: LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

The closing ceremony speech concluded.

Banquet.

Eating, drinking, it was incredibly lively. Glasses clinking, with smiles, some sincere, some not so sincere, but Tang Qing didn’t care. In life, it’s enough to be your true self most of the time.

After all.

It’s not easy for anyone.

"Boss Tang, come visit Inner Mongolia when you have time."

"Definitely."

"Boss Tang, drop by when you can."

"Okay."

"Boss Tang, thank you for investing in our province, we hope for your continued support."

"No problem."

"..."

Tang Qing.

Remained the most dazzling figure at the annual meeting. His business empire stood like a towering tree, visible to all who looked up. His name shone brightly, and no one knew where his limits lay.

After the meal.

The award ceremony began.

This time, there were two awards: the Top Ten Economists with the Most Contribution over Thirty Years of Reform and Opening Up, and the 25 Most Influential Business Leaders of 2008.

Old Wu.

Won the award with the highest number of votes.

"Clap, clap, clap!"

The audience applauded.

Everyone gave their sincere respect. These people personally participated in the economic miracle over thirty years and helped establish the basic framework. The previous generation planted trees, and the later generations enjoy the shade.

Then.

The business leader awards were presented.

First.

"The 2008 Business Leader Awards, the first award is the Lifetime Achievement Award. Now, who is it? I won’t beat around the bush. The winner of the 2008 Business Leader Lifetime Achievement Award is."

"Tang Qing."

The host’s voice rose several pitches.

"Clap, clap!"

Warm applause.

Although.

This is a non-official award.

However.

It signifies great recognition of an entrepreneur by the industry. This award only has one winner each year, which considers net worth, social contributions, industry status, corporate reputation, etc.

Private enterprise.

Central enterprise.

All are within the selection scope.

On stage.

A woman in a cheongsam gracefully carried a trophy over. In the spotlight, Tang Qing accepted it. It was his first time receiving this award. The annual meeting only awards a person once, which is quite rare.

A routine.

Award speech.

"Thank you, thank you to the organizers. This award is heavy, it’s a form of recognition and also a responsibility, reminding me to stay true to my original aspirations and not lose direction, progressing with the times in the future."

Not long.

Just two sentences.

At first glance.

This won’t do. Tang Qing is the headlining guest. Many are watching, the host said:

"Boss Tang, this is your third time at the annual meeting, right?"

"Yes."

"What are your thoughts?"

"Very good, the annual meeting provides a communication platform. I’m somewhat reclusive and lazy, and it’s only during this time each year that I can communicate with many predecessors and elders, learning and growing."

Below.

The entrepreneurs were helpless.

Learning?

Does Tang Qing even need to learn?

Self-taught really. In business, they all have to learn from Tang Qing. His IQ, EQ, and abilities have been fully verified, making others feel like their lives were wasted.

Moreover.

As he said, Tang Qing is genuinely lazy and doesn’t join in the excitement usually. Claiming to be attending classes, a reason hard to refute, makes one respect him more.

Schooling.

Being studious.

Related to education, impossible to get angry over.

"Boss Tang, you’ve mentioned more than once that there is no crisis in Huaxia and that the economy will soon improve. In such an environment, could you give a piece of advice to the vast majority of small and medium enterprises?"

The host said.

Hearing this.

Tang Qing thought for a moment and said, "The essence of business is the exchange of value. If the value you create appreciates, you can exchange it for more profit. If I had to give advice, it would be: surpass the present."

"Well said, surpass the present."

The host highly praised it.

"Boss Tang’s words are thought-provoking."

"The hardest part is not surpassing others but surpassing oneself, surpassing yesterday’s self, surpassing the self of the previous moment. Over time, when you look back, you might find yourself standing at the peak."

The same words.

If said by a passerby, few would remember.

If said by Tang Qing, many would rush to remember.

"Thank you."

"Boss Tang, lastly, is there anything you would like to say to everyone?" the host said.

Tang Qing smiled.

"Finally, I’d like to make a small advertisement. On the 12th, the Smart Space Industrial Park will officially operate in the Shanghai Stock Market. If you have time, you’re welcome to visit, and we will certainly host you graciously."

This park.

Similar to ’Damo Academy.’

However.

More expansive.

Basic scientific research, applied research, technology conversion, commissioned R&D, cooperative R&D... It’s a comprehensive business technology research and application center, similar to Zhiya Institute of Science.

Therefore.

These people may all be collaborators.

After listening.

Everybody present showed interest. With a five billion investment, unparalleled in private enterprises, many were worried over a year ago when the project was initiated, such as home appliance manufacturers.

Gree.

Haier.

Midea.

Hisense.

Changhong.

A bunch of companies, all massively expanded their R&D departments, doubling their scale. The effects were significant, but costs were higher, making shareholders unhappy, but there was no choice.

Not adapting.

If Tang Qing’s businesses caught up, surpassing them would be even harder. He’s a formidable competitor, with an industry and personal influence that can easily disrupt traditional manufacturing.

Launch a product.

Soon.

Rely on the trust of other Tang Qing products to gain a considerable market share. They have no doubt about this, as Tang Qing’s reputation is built on doing the best.

Young!

An idol of the younger generation consumers.

Charismatic!

Countless women would chase after buying.

Ability.

It’s said that many of the products under him were designed by Tang Qing himself. His second uncle Tang Kai’s electric car was almost entirely designed by Tang Qing. One man, rivaling ten design departments.

Darn it.

Such a competitor is truly disheartening. This time, let’s see if they can cooperate, asking Tang Qing not to delve into their industries, or at least collaborate to make money together, achieving a win-win situation.

"Clap, clap!"

Amidst applause.

Stepping off the stage.

"Congratulations."

Beside him, Ren Zhengfei smiled.

Tang Qing smiled.

This award was originally supposed to go to Ren Zhengfei this year, but Tang Qing’s arrival changed history. His brilliance was too much. Although Huawei’s achievements were remarkable, this year still wasn’t as bright as his.

By next year.

It’s likely Ren Zhengfei will get it.

Soon.

The 2008 25 Business Leaders Awards began.

At first glance.

None are simple.

Besides private enterprises, there are also several central enterprises, such as CMB, CNOOC, China Steel, Sinochem, COFCO, and China Mobile’s leaders. Due to the Lifetime Achievement Award, Tang Qing wasn’t included.

Among them.

The father of hybrid rice, Old Yuan, is also one. He’s the honorary chairman of Longping Hi-Tech, rarely attending events himself and often having people accept in proxy. His position no longer needs investment.

No shortage of funding.

To ask for money.

Mention a figure, the higher-ups will surely approve. However, this year he attended in person. Recently, the desert reclamation project of the Oasis is being piloted in Beijing, and accelerated experimental fields are now arable.

As it happens.

He requested a piece of land near Beijing, responsible for a project close by.