Chapter 172 The way the boss gives gifts
Three people sat down outside a cafe in Palo Alto, no different from those who were leisurely enjoying the weekend next to them br />
The street trees beside the road sprinkle a little shade for these tables outdoors. On the table next to it, on the bench next to it, or on the young people who simply sit on the steps, all exchanged their eyes while looking at their table with their eyes shining.
But no one came over.
It’s not that these people also knew Jobs’ bad temper, but that as soon as they sat down, the person in charge of the cafe came out and cleared the tables around them.
Now it seems that the business of this cafe is really bad. There are only a few tables outside, and there are only one table, and there are three people sitting alone.
Those who want to go over and ask for an autograph or take a photo will consciously give up their thoughts when they see this scene.
Soon, reporters from two media outlets rushed over, but they just took photos around with their cameras from afar.
The boldest thing is a child who is still sitting in a stroller, pointing at the other side and babbling to his mother, looking like he wants to go there.
However, she didn't know who those three guys were. She should just think that the cake on one of the plates looked very attractive.
"Steve, we both think, should we give Feng a gift?" Page named his name.
"It should be given," Jobs said without any hesitation.
Although it is not time to gain, judging from the current situation, their investment will have at least twice the profit, that is, 1 billion US dollars, or at least 3 billion US dollars, and there will definitely be no problem.
And this should be the net income after removing all expenses.
His wealth increased by at least $2 billion at once. Not to mention Jobs, who was not very rich, even wealthy people like Page and Brin could not remain indifferent.
Considering that this opportunity was provided by Feng Yiping, the specific operation was also the responsibility of his team. It is reasonable for him to share the profits with everyone and give him a gift to express his gratitude.
It is also appropriate to prepare gifts now. After everything is settled, it is naturally the most economical to order what gifts to give, but that would seem too petty.
When Feng Yiping provided them with such a rare opportunity, he did not put any conditions.
The three of them are not only big names that are highly regarded by thousands of people. Speaking of which, they are much older than Feng Yiping, so it's not as good as him.
When judging others by oneself, Feng Yiping treats them as his own people and as confidants, and they must always have a corresponding attitude.
"But, what should I give?"
Although there is also the saying that gifts are light and affection is heavy in American proverbs, it is obviously unreasonable to give gifts in the face of such great gains.
car?
This is a good choice for other people, but for Feng Yiping, it is a bit wrong. They all know that Feng Yiping just doesn't like those supercars.
Also, given that Tesla's first car road test is about to be tested, if nothing unexpected happens, Feng Yiping will choose Tesla in the future, so it is a bit inappropriate to send a car.
Houses? It's expensive enough, but Feng Yiping does not lack houses. Besides, things like houses are different from other gifts. Because they are not easy to get used to, they must give them what Feng Yiping likes. But they know what kind of house Feng Yiping likes, and they will find the right one for a while, but it is not easy.
Regarding the profits this time, it is reasonable to give him a plane, but Feng Yiping is not interested in this thing.
So, what should I give? Jobs was a little undecided when he was rare.
Brin put down the cake, "Steve, Page and I think it's good to send Feng a yacht, what do you think?"
"Yacht?" Jobs' eyes lit up, "I think it's good,"
In the rich circle of the United States, including Silicon Valley, although there are not many people who show off their wealth as high-profile as Jobs' neighbor and Ellison of Oracle, they are actually competing with each other.
Generally, there are some of them, such as manors, private jets, yachts, and young and beautiful girlfriends.
The first three things are not immune to the vulgarity, and it just so happens that Feng Yiping does not have a yacht.
Obviously, Feng Yiping can also use this thing. You can tell from the fact that he has rented a yacht to sea many times in the past two years.
"Steve, there is another idea for us to discuss with you," Page said.
"What?" Jobs asked.
"We all know that Feng has always liked the Apple products you designed, so we thought that if Feng's yacht was designed by you, he would be very satisfied," said Page.
"No problem at all," Jobs said immediately.
As a genius designer, he naturally has the idea of crossing the border. Large items like yachts are a challenge for him, and he likes challenges.
At this moment, many plans have emerged in his mind. They must be the silver color that Apple is used to, the glass in the Apple store, and there must be many imacs... "I suddenly felt that I could design one for myself,"
Not to mention the house, let’s just fly. It turns out that he has one. After Apple invited him back as a savior in 1997, he quickly rewarded him with a Gulfstream worth more than 40 million US dollars - the plane he is using now with the tail number n2n.
But he doesn't have a yacht, that is, a big yacht that can be said without losing face when a group of big men are together.
Considering that this time, he could easily earn at least 2 billion yuan, he felt that he could take out a tenth of it and make fun of it for himself.
"Haha, I have this idea, too," Brin said immediately.
"I want to come with one, but I still tend to buy an old ship for renovation," Page said.
The plane is used for renovation, and the yacht also wants to use the old ones for renovation. I have to say that in some aspects, Page is really more stingy than Feng Yiping.
"It's just right, we can decorate together at that time," said Bryn. "I think Schmidt can also be pulled in,"
The meaning of his words was not that he could not forget Schmidt, but that if Schmidt was added, there would be more confidence when they bargained with the yacht company.
"This is OK," Page immediately stamped after hearing this, "but two, do you know what I'm thinking?"
Looking at his smile, Jobs always felt that what he thought now should be related to Feng Yiping. Over there, Brin had already asked, "What are you thinking about now? Then we will form a fleet and travel around the world?"
He can be said to be the most romantic of the three people present.
“I think if Feng was there now,” Page said, “then he would roll up his sleeves, ‘Why don’t we just buy a yacht company?’”
"Haha," Jobs and Brin laughed immediately.
This is indeed Feng Yiping's style.
Brin immediately thought, "Can we really do this? Now is a rare and good time,"
"You see, considering the current trend of the overall environment, the funds of many companies will become increasingly tight in the future. At the same time, it is certain that there will definitely be many users who have booked private jets and yachts who will cancel orders due to payment difficulties..."
"Anyway, in the future, when the economy is sluggish and the stock market is sluggish, many people's wealth will shrink, and those yacht companies will definitely have a hard time. And we can add up to five yachts to make a yacht company last at least a year," he said.
"We chose a suitable one to buy it. After a year or two, our yacht will be delivered. The environment should be better at that time. I just don't want to continue operating, so I can also sell it for a good price," he said.
Page was also a little moved, "With the yacht bonus designed by Jobs, if you want to sell it, you can naturally sell it at a good price."
"Steve, what do you think?"
Of course, Jobs could calculate such a account clearly. His yacht company will naturally be more affordable in price. Then he will make another profit. After that, he will make at least half a yacht inside and outside.
That's not a small amount of money, it will cost at least over 100 million US dollars.
The bigger advantage is that because it is his own yacht company, some of his ideas can be better implemented.
After all, the team of the yacht company is not the teams under Apple. If you scold too much, people can completely ignore it.
"I think I can consider it, and now I'll find someone to pay attention to the news about this," he said.
"That's it?" said Page. "But when the acquisition is taken, you still have to bring Feng Ye in,"
"Of course," "That's natural," all three laughed.
Chapter completed!