Chapter 2105 The Power of Example

After the merger between Jiasheng Mall and Lao Ma's Alibaba, Feng Yiping really rarely bothered with this aspect.

With the all-round support of Jiasheng, which requires money, people, and traffic, Lao Ma's current performance is much better than before.

Feng Yiping also feels that after deciding on the general direction of uniting high-quality merchants and express delivery companies, building a nationwide logistics network, preparing to build data centers, and developing cloud platforms, he really does not need to invest too much in e-commerce. energy.

Why does he try to find the same team as before, including Facebook? That's what it's for.

With the original team here and my own strong support, I can worry less and be lazy more.

"You have also seen that I have lost weight," Lao Ma said. "Don't you know why I have lost weight?"

"Are you on a diet or exercising under the guidance of a coach?" Feng Yiping said, "It's really unnecessary. Look, you are already over forty. It doesn't matter if you are a little fatter."

Lao Ma said dumbfounded, "Who would have thought that you are such a Feng Yiping?"

"It's a joke, brother, please take a seat. Are you talking to me about something urgent? But I think there should be nothing wrong with e-commerce," he pulled Lao Ma to sit down.

He is letting go, but how could he be indifferent to e-commerce? Of course I have been caring.

"We'll talk about the rest later. First of all, I have to congratulate you," Lao Ma said excitedly, "Well done!"

Only then did Feng Yiping understand why he was so eager to find him. It was because of this.

He felt that Lao Ma was a bit gloating about his misfortune.

That’s right, these domestic Internet companies, like their counterparts in the United States, rarely love each other and often hate each other.

There may be short-term alliances, but in the long run, no one can get along with anyone.

Especially in the current domestic Internet companies, there is no real giant yet. Everyone is close in size and has similar capabilities. There is really no one who is convinced by each other.

Of course, judging from the current situation, the e-commerce sector headed by Lao Ma is slightly stronger than other companies.

"That's mainly because you had a good idea," Feng Yiping said.

It was Lao Ma who proposed the idea of ​​finding three directors to shoot a promotional video.

"I just said casually that I owe all my success to you," Lao Ma said.

Lao Ma has always been interested in these things, and he paid close attention to the implementation process.

He really didn't expect that Feng Yiping could pull out Lao Mouzi. He originally liked his good friend, the bearded CCTV director who adapted several of Jin Yong's martial arts films into TV series.

He didn't expect that Feng Yiping was interested in someone named Zhang.

Originally, he had some objections to Feng Yiping replacing his good friend, but when he saw that it was Lao Mouzi, what else could he say?

"Besides, they all know that among the four films, the most popular one is the one we made. I'm sure it must be your idea, right?"

"What we did was actually a trick. Without the attention brought by the three of them, how could this shoddy film have such a high level of attention?" Feng Yiping said.

"Popular means popular. It's obviously because the self-made one is more in line with the appetite of netizens. It's no wonder that you are the first person to try Internet marketing in China. However, what surprises everyone the most is that Robin and the others turned out this time There was no reaction, it seemed like he was letting us do whatever he wanted." Lao Ma was very interested in this point.

"You know, we all have to admit that in similar marketing wars before, they were always the final winner,"

"Oh, well, that just means I'm very lucky," Feng Yiping, who fully understood the reason, smiled and spread his hands.

Lao Ma smiled helplessly again. Another thing everyone recognized was that the reason Feng Yiping often cited as "good luck" couldn't be more powerful.

It's so powerful that you can't refute it, and you have nothing to say.

Because even them, including them, sometimes feel that they are really lucky.

"There is one more thing I need to tell you in advance. This year, I want to restart the West Lake Swordsmanship. Counting this, this is the fifth time. This time, you have to come no matter what,"

"Don't say that the domestic Internet is indispensable for you, but also the world's Internet. Without you, how can it be complete?"

"Besides, we are all on our own now, so you must support me. My opinion is that not only do you have to come, but it is best that you invite a few more distinguished guests,"

"Not too many. Just one person from each of Microsoft, Google, and Apple. Don't worry, it doesn't have to be Gates, Jobs, Page, etc. This requirement is not high,"

Seeing Feng Yiping's dumbfounded look, Lao Ma smiled happily, with a sly smile, "We are all our own people, so my business is your business. It's not like you did it that time. I’ve invited so many people, so this time, you can’t invite anyone.”

We all know that just like the success of a film festival mainly depends on how many celebrities attend, the success and influence of a similar forum also has a lot to do with the lineup of participating guests.

The West Lake Sword Forum organized by Lao Ma has been like this for the past few years. How can I put it, not all the big guys in the domestic Internet industry support it.

And Feng Yiping is someone who has the ability to bring new changes to this forum.

"Brother, they were able to come that time because they were interested in the domestic market, but this does not mean that they are willing to spend a day or two to attend such a forum,"

"Yes, they are interested in the domestic market, so they should be interested in participating in this conference, because every West Lake Forum discusses issues closely related to the domestic Internet market," Lao Ma said immediately.

"Don't worry, leave the domestic issues to me, I will definitely bring everyone here, and this time, I promise to invite a heavyweight politician,"

"Mr. Clinton?" Feng Yiping asked immediately.

Lao Ma was stunned, "You know this too?"

"Come on, who doesn't know this? Just spend the money,"

This former US President Clinton should have owed too much debt due to a series of lawsuits caused by the "zipper gate" incident during his term.

So after leaving office, he actively invested in the business of making money, giving speeches all over the world, saying that in China, he has endorsed our suit brands that are not first-tier brands.

"Well," Lao Ma was a little embarrassed, "However, his level is enough, right?"

This point is indeed undeniable.

After all, he was once the head of the United States, and he also had a deep connection with the Internet. It was during his tenure that the United States launched the "Information Superhighway" plan.

It was under the leadership of the United States that the development of the Internet industry around the world has accelerated.

"Well, brother, there is one more thing. In the eyes of some people, your West Lake Sword Contest is similar to the Hurun Rich List," Feng Yiping said.

"How can it be compared with the Hurun Rich List?" Lao Ma was a little excited.

The Hurun Rich List is called the Problem List by many people. Since its launch, there have been too many problems with those who are on the Hurun Rich List.

And Lao Ma's West Lake Sword Contest was held for the first time in 2000.

Except for Jin Yong, the other guests who were invited by Lao Ma to attend the first session were all the most powerful leaders in the domestic Internet industry at that time, including the founders of the three major portals and the founder of 8848.

In the second year after they attended the first West Lake Forum, the founder of Zhalang, who attended the forum, was dismissed by the board of directors of the company he founded, that is, he was kicked out.

Later, 8848, which was once hailed as the "Amazon of China", was torn apart after a series of operations, and the founder who also attended the forum left.

Then, Ding Sanshi of Yaolu Mountain also suffered a great disaster almost a year after attending the forum. His company was officially suspended by NASDAQ.

In other words, including Lao Ma, among the five Internet guests who attended the first West Lake Forum, at least three did not have a smooth life after attending.

"You see, you also know that it was due to the influence of the general environment. Who knew that the Internet bubble happened to burst afterwards?" Lao Ma shook his head.

It can be seen that as the organizer, he was certainly not satisfied with the situation.

"So, one of the purposes of holding this forum now is to give everyone the opportunity to discuss the future development of our big industry and avoid the possibility of similar incidents happening again,"

"So we hope that more people will attend this forum," Lao Ma said seriously.

Feng Yiping glanced at him. Judging from Lao Ma's actions, he should have planned to be the big brother from the beginning.

Because relatively speaking, other trendsetters in China are only concerned about their own little piece of land. Although Lao Ma holds such a forum, he does want to do something for this industry, although he has more or less some considerations of being in the limelight.

"Okay, I will attend, and I will try my best to invite some people from the United States."

"That's right, I know you are also an enthusiastic person," Lao Ma said happily, "Don't say try your best, you can definitely do it,"

"Also, although this matter is not a big deal for you, but, have you ever thought about buying a batch to bring back?" Lao Ma took out a magazine.

Feng Yiping saw that the cover of the magazine was a photo of himself smiling and looking forward. It turned out to be the July issue of the English version of Wired magazine.

"Is it necessary?"

"Of course, this is the first time that someone from our country has appeared in Wired magazine," said Lao Ma.

Unlike other well-known international journals, Wired magazine mainly focuses on people and things related to high technology. In each issue of the magazine, there must be a lot of space related to the Internet.

Before, there were many people in our country who appeared on Time and Forbes, but Feng Yiping was the first to appear on Wired magazine, and this was particularly meaningful. At least it shows that we have performed well in the current Internet boom.

"You don't know how popular this issue is in China. I heard that in many universities and research institutes, this month, the most popular one is this magazine. As for my copy, I asked them to bring it from Hong Kong, but it was already sold out in Hong Kong."

"Is it so popular?" To be honest, Feng Yiping was really happy to hear him say that.

"That's natural. You probably didn't expect that your appearance on the cover of Wired would have such a great impact and inspiration on domestic entrepreneurs."

"I know you are embarrassed. Just ask the US to buy a batch as soon as possible, and then I will come forward to send it to everyone. Don't think too much. This is not showing off. This is to meet everyone's needs," Lao Ma patted his shoulder.

"Our entrepreneurs need such encouragement too much,"

"Okay, I'll contact them,"

After all, he Feng Yiping is also an ordinary person. He is still happy to do such things.

But, whether it is him or Lao Ma, they underestimated his influence in China by appearing on the cover of Lianwang.

"Hey, Lao Ma, you are so fast?" Several people came in again. Not only Jin Ling, Fang Yingzhi, Xiang Xiaofang, but also Fu Yunning.

Lao Ma thought, if I don't move faster, will I have the opportunity to talk to him for so long?

"You came just in time. I was just about to leave," Lao Ma stood up with a smile.

It can be said that the purpose of his coming today has been achieved.

"Boss Feng, I heard that your little prince and little princess have all arrived. Where are they? Let us see," Fu Yunning looked around as soon as he came in.