Text/ Da Hu Peng
Editor/ Da Hu Peng
In the era of rapid information dissemination, social media has become an important part of the public opinion field. Recently, a storm of remarks about Dong Mingzhu has attracted widespread attention. The wall fell down and everyone pushed it, and the Chinese media made outdated comments on Dong Mingzhu, which triggered heated discussions among netizens and called on her to retire soon. The incident not only reflects the public's focus on business leaders, but also raises reflections on the glory days of the past. In this era of information explosion, how leaders can stay competitive in the face of fierce competition has become a topic of great concern.
Dong Mingzhu's origin
In the 50s of the last century, in a family in Nanjing, Jiangsu, Dong Mingzhu was the eldest and had seven brothers and sisters. Despite not having a rich life, she has a smooth ride in the family. Dong Mingzhu was shy when she was a child, always smiling and listening to others, responding almost always with "yes", and rarely refusing other people's requests.
She has shown to be gifted and studious, and her grades are among the best. After graduating from university, she worked in an administrative management at a research institute. Here, she met a colleague, and the two met late, quickly confirmed their relationship, entered the palace of marriage, welcomed a lovely son, and lived a plain and happy life.
However, happiness is not always permanent. When the son was two years old, the husband had health problems and required high medical bills that were beyond the family's affordability. In order to save her husband's life, Dong Mingzhu did not hesitate to scrape together and borrowed 100,000 yuan to invest in treatment.
Dong Mingzhu gradually came out of her grief, she not only had to face the pain of losing her husband, but also had to bear the pressure of life. However, instead of dwelling on the pain, she used her strong heart to readjust her life and try to overcome it.
The story of the struggle
In 1990, Dong Mingzhu quit his job as a clerk and stepped into the emerging special economic zone of Zhuhai. At that time, Zhuhai was full of opportunities, and she was an ordinary person who longed to change her fate.
Dong Mingzhu, who is new to the workplace, has no background and professional skills, just an ordinary young man. In order to increase her income, she chose the path of sales. One of the leaders gave her a piece of advice: "As long as you can negotiate a business, nothing else matters." This simple and practical advice became the starting point for her career.
Her first job was at an air-conditioning plant called "Hailey". The company was later renamed "Gree Group" and focused on the development of new air conditioning products. In this new work environment, Dong Mingzhu has shown amazing observation and diligence. She only slept 5 hours a day, and went to the workshop in the early morning to learn about new products, showing her enthusiasm and sense of responsibility for her work.
However, Dong Mingzhu's career has not been all smooth sailing. In the face of a $4 million debt, she showed extraordinary perseverance. After a long period of stalking, she succeeded in recovering the debt. The victory in this battle made her famous and became known to everyone as the "Iron Lady".
Dong Mingzhu's success is not only because of her background or skills, but also because of her observation, perseverance, and determination. She proved with practical actions that as long as you have enough perseverance, you can overcome all difficulties. This "Iron Lady"-like spirit infects those around her and becomes a role model for inspiring others.
Fall off the altar
On the big stage of the workplace, the once tacit partner has now fallen into disputes and become the focus of attention. Half a year ago, Meng Yutong of Gree Electric left the company, and the news attracted widespread attention. She had high hopes and was considered Dong Mingzhu's successor, however, her sudden departure was shocking.
Recently, a public rebuke at a Gree employee induction meeting has become the focus of attention. Dong Mingzhu lashed out at Meng Yutong, accusing her of only pursuing to become an Internet celebrity and becoming a "walking corpse" who only knows how to make money. This remark is jaw-dropping, and it also raises questions about Dong Mingzhu's leadership style.
Dong Mingzhu's workplace warning at the induction meeting set off waves of public opinion. She emphasized that employees should not only pursue money, but also the result of struggle. This point of view immediately sparked heated discussions from all walks of life, and many people lamented the experience of the boss who once "painted a big pie".
It is worth noting that some of Dong Mingzhu's past remarks have also become the focus of people's attention. She has said that departing employees should compensate companies for training fees, which seems to be aimed at Meng Yutong. Such remarks raise questions about her past views and deepen the complexity of the dispute.
In this workplace turmoil, Meng Yutong's response was calm and calm. In the face of Dong Mingzhu's fierce criticism, she said that she was busy preparing for graduate school and was inconvenient to comment. This calm attitude won her some support to a certain extent, and also made the whole incident even more confusing.
The wall fell and everyone pushed it
In the shopping mall, Dong Mingzhu, the once brilliant founder of Gree Electric Appliances, has become the focus of media attention. The story begins with the departure of a departing employee named Meng Yutong, a highly educated employee who chooses to say goodbye to Gree due to low wages and uncertain working hours.
Dong Mingzhu did not show understanding of Meng Yutong's departure, on the contrary, she used "walking dead" to evaluate the departing employee. This indifferent remark caused widespread outrage, especially among university students and the general public. This vignette begins to reveal the contradictions between Dong Mingzhu and her employees, and whether her understanding of the modern workplace can keep up with the pace of the times.
What is even more interesting is Dong Mingzhu's proposal to charge training fees for job-hopping employees. This suggestion has been strongly opposed by the whole network, with young and middle-aged people rising up to oppose it. This seems to reveal that Dong Mingzhu has some problems that are out of step with the times in his thinking of employing people. Her advice raises questions about whether she has moved away from the demands of the modern workplace and her true attitude towards employee rights.
In terms of product design, Dong Mingzhu's "Rose" air conditioner has also sparked controversy. The air conditioner was questioned for its high price and was accused of being a "wool picking" act. This further deepened the suspicion of Dong Mingzhu's business vision, and people began to wonder if she pursued the high-end market too much and ignored the real needs of the market.
As the media's attention to Dong Mingzhu gradually heated up, an article entitled "Dong Mingzhu, is it outdated?" was published, questioning whether she still meets the needs of the times. There was also a gradual shift in media attitudes, with negative reports beginning to mount, questioning her business leadership.
This series of events seems to reveal the possible problems of Dong Mingzhu in the commercial market. The article points out that she may not have understood the needs of young people enough to make anachronistic suggestions, and that business strategies in product design also need to be revisited. This shortcoming became more and more obvious after her success, and it also raised questions about her business judgment.
Personal opinion
In this business arena, Dong Mingzhu is undoubtedly a high-profile figure. Her past is legendary, and the image of a woman who rose through difficult times was once moving. However, the recent controversy has led to a scrutiny of her stance and leadership in modern business. The power of social media has allowed public opinion to spread rapidly, and the heated discussion caused by Dong Mingzhu's remarks has become the focus of public attention.
Behind business success, leaders need to be sensitive to the changes of the times and understand the needs of employees and the market. Dong Mingzhu's views and decisions have been questioned in the process, especially in terms of attitudes towards employee turnover and business strategies for product design. This makes people wonder if a successful past ensures that leaders are resilient to change.
Perhaps, this controversy is also a test that business leaders must go through in the changing times. In the age of information explosion, dialogue and reflection have become indispensable. Whether it is criticism or support for Dong Mingzhu, it is a kind of supervision of business leaders. In this ever-evolving business arena, we expect Dong Mingzhu to better adapt to the times and meet future challenges with a more open mind. After all, the business landscape is always changing, and the key to success is continuous Xi learning and adaptation.
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