"We are all Chinese, and some words we say are more worthy of careful consideration than these foreigners. I admire Mr. Liu's patriotism even more. At least you are better than me at this point, because in order to pursue my ideal career, I am suitable for For my own job, I chose to give up my Chinese nationality. But how many people understand how many unequal treatments I have suffered in the process of seeking a job?"
Although Liu Jingwei's words were sincere and there was even a faint hint of tide in his eyes, Liu Qingshan only believed at least 30% of what he said.
With his attitude as a person, giving up his nationality for work is betrayal, even if there are thousands of reasons.
However, he demands this of himself, but he will not force others, so he can also try to adapt to the other person in good faith: "Well, Chinese people will encounter all kinds of life encounters outside. But obviously now is not a good time to dig deep. At that time, if there is a chance in the future, we will communicate again.”
At this point, the reporters who had been arranged in advance also appeared in sight. As the initiator of all this, Ballmer certainly needed to come forward and explain.
"Mr. Liu, what Mr. Gates means is to ask you to cooperate with our corporate promotion. Of course, in return for Mr. Liu's active cooperation, our company decided to give today's visit a name, which is to hold a temporary event for Mr. Liu." During the welcome meeting, I also mentioned my intention to ask Mr. Liu to serve as a product endorser in the future. Of course, the specific details will be a matter for the future!"
Liu Qingshan was obviously stunned, "You mean to invite me to be the spokesperson of Microsoft? Is this the attitude of Mr. Gates?"
"Yes, Mr. Liu, Mr. Gates would like to invite you to be the global spokesperson. It will not be the spokesperson for a certain region, a certain technology platform, or a certain newly developed system, but the only global spokesperson!"
"I think you can announce this matter, but don't decide the specific terms of the endorsement in advance?"
After hearing this, there was an obvious change on Ballmer's face: "Why is this? Is Mr. Liu worried that the conditions we have given may be unreasonable?"
Liu Qingshan shook his head and smiled: "It's not the conditions you gave, but the way you chose! Let's put it this way, I think the relationship between us should be more of a cooperation, because I also have some research data in my hands. It seems that their existence will save you a lot of detours in your future research and development!"
At this time, the expression on Ballmer's face could no longer be described as simple surprise, but a clear sense of shock: "Mr. Liu is saying that you have the design of a hardware product that Microsoft does not yet have control over, and Laboratory data?”
"More accurately, it is a design concept! Of course, they have all been monitored by laboratory data, and some data can be directly used for hardware product design, prototype development and product testing. I wonder if this is a suitable cooperation. reason?"
At this moment, Ballmer's expression changed extremely, his eyes were full of horror, and even his lowered hands were trembling slightly.
Others may not be able to hear the true meaning of Liu Qingshan's words, but as a top scientific and technological talent with a scientist level, he understands the importance of complete technical data for network and application development.
Even if it is just a technical solution, rather than a separate mature technology, it is the years of hard work of many people at Microsoft, not to mention what Liu Qingshan is talking about is solution technical data.
If this kind of data were real, it would be the latest solution for server infrastructure and the cornerstone of a set of the latest technology platform systems.
And their existence is no longer the only one that has strong demand in this area. It is more than enough to use it to reorganize another micro-similar technology company.
The reason why Microsoft can dominate the network technology R&D market and occupy a monopoly position is that it relies on the certification qualifications of the most cutting-edge data developers.
If everything is really as Liu Qingshan said, how tempting is the identity of a global spokesperson?
While his mind was racing, Ballmer turned around decisively and stopped the host who was setting up the venue and discussing the interview content with several reporters.
But he did not forget to say this to Liu Qingshan in a hurry: "Mr. Liu, please wait a moment. I will ask our CEO immediately, and please make this call with me, because I can't get it by myself." Mr. Gates’ trust!”
Liu Qingshan smiled and nodded. He understood that the hurried Ballmer's tone was a bit harsh and commanding, which was not his intention.
If you call him over, he will naturally tell you some key plan data. Otherwise, why would Gates, as the leader of the world's largest technology company, believe that those data really exist.
Following him to another office, the call was quickly connected.
After Ballmer spoke rapidly and occasionally stuttered, the phone was handed over to Liu Qingshan.
Afterwards, the current CEO of Microsoft wisely chose to walk out of the room, close the door and wait silently outside.
He didn't know the content of the call between the two people in the office, but more than ten minutes later, Liu Qingshan called him back into the room again.
On the other end of the phone, there was not much change in the tone of Gates' voice: "Ballmer, Mr. Liu Qingshan will be the fourth independent director of our company in the future. I will return tonight on this matter." Try to convene a board meeting tomorrow morning to explain the reasons for the establishment of Mr. Liu’s independent director!”
"What about the current press conference? Those invitations we discussed before?"
"Everything is business as usual! The issue of hiring Mr. Liu as an endorsement will be released together with the information about the independent directors. Do not explain the specific reasons, and do not involve the issue of how many shares of the company Mr. Liu's independent directors need to occupy. Everything is based on the fact that Mr. Liu has many special circumstances. Contribute to deal with the past..."
While Ballmer was accepting the order, Liu Qingshan had already sat down not far away, slowly lit a cigarette, and quietly waited for the call to end.
In fact, he didn't know how Gates would set his future identity at Microsoft, but after the other party heard him reporting some key data, he could already hear the heavy breathing in his voice.
He still knows something about the identity of this independent director. Independent directors are completely independent of management. Apart from collecting fees and holding shares, they have no transactions or relationships with the company that may seriously affect their independent judgment.
In other words, the biggest characteristic of independent directors is their "independence", a purer cooperative relationship that will not interfere with Microsoft insiders' control issues and interest distribution.
Moreover, the global endorsement status will give him another income, but what kind of figure it will be still needs to be further implemented by the board of directors.
It is not that Liu Qingshan has not considered handing over the data he holds to the state for processing, but the specific operation is not only cumbersome, but also unrealistic in recruiting so many scientific and technological talents in a short period of time, not to mention the most advanced technology currently close to Vacuum laboratory.
Otherwise, it may be one or two years later when all the scientific research needs are established. I don’t know how much Microsoft’s technological progress will improve during this period.
At that time, the things in your hands will lose part of their value.
Moreover, these are just the research and development data of some office systems and have little to do with national defense construction and scientific and technological progress. They are purely commercial hardware development technologies.
When the two people returned to the conference room, everyone's eyes were turned to them, because these people knew that when the two people left in a hurry just now, something major must have happened that would affect future cooperation.
Liu Qingshan came directly to Jin Xishan and Taylor, whispering something.
Ballmer invited the host and explained it in detail. It was already ten minutes since the formal information conference began.
"...Microsoft has considered all aspects and officially announced here today that it sincerely invites Mr. Liu Qingshan to become our fourth independent director and serve as global spokesperson. The specific responsibilities of this spokesperson include In order to promote corporate culture and new products, we will announce the specific endorsement terms at a subsequent press conference..."
Since all the people present were insiders, the release of information was not professional. It was just like a public meeting for changes in internal personnel.
But it also has the effect of external publicity, so the next interview step is inevitable.
Of course, the specific interview content is limited to Microsoft-related content, and there is no other entertainment content.
So after the more routine visit, it was time for lunch.
As everyone arrived at the famous treehouse restaurant built on a tree, the shocking news from the information conference just now had already caused employees in the park who were qualified to know the content more quickly to come and watch.
There are three similar treehouse plans, but currently there is only one in front of you. It was originally designed as a semi-leisure place for employees to work, hold meetings, eat and rest.
This park is originally built in the forest beside the lake, so building such a special tree house fits in well with the overall surrounding scenery.
Such a novel setting is because Gates believes that changes in employees' working environment can bring about different ways of thinking and even a different working state.
In fact, this is exactly the case. Having a relatively casual working environment is undoubtedly a very humane management model for these mental workers who need their brains to operate at a high level for many years.
This tree house is about 3.6 meters above the ground, located on the local Douglas fir tree, and is made of native shenwood.
The treehouse has windows, even a gas fireplace, wall sockets, and is fully covered by Wi-Fi.
This hobbit-like treehouse was designed by Pete Nelson from the TV show "Treehouse Masters" and is part of Microsoft's "Outdoor Office" initiative.
The Hobbit is a fantasy created by a British writer in 1937. A movie about it has not yet been released, and it was also part of Liu Qingshan's early plans for the future.
The treehouse is equipped with meeting rooms and break rooms for all employees, but today they were all occupied by lunch.
Author's note: Due to unknown reasons, the protagonist's name has become a banned word, so it will be changed to Liu Qingshan from now on, with a wry smile.
