Gu Susu stated the company's name, and Chang Qingchuan was silent for a few seconds before saying, "I don't have any acquaintances in the company you found. You'll have to rely on yourself."
"Who needs your favor? I was planning to make a living through my own abilities anyway."
He had always admired Gu Susu for this trait, her self-reliance and her refusal to give up on life no matter what challenges she faced. This was also what made her particularly attractive to him.
"However, I must tell you, this company only appeared in Lancheng a few years ago and has always focused on niche brands. Its prospects are not very optimistic. I'm afraid you might face unemployment again not long after joining."
Gu Susu said in surprise, "That's impossible, right? I thought their company seemed quite normal. The introduction I saw online said that the fashion designed by this company is unique, very representative of the European and American fashion style, and their sales have always been good, even planning to open branches abroad."
Chang Qingchuan laughed on the phone, "You believe that? Who doesn't boast about themselves in online recruitment? Are you going to believe what's online and not trust me, a seasoned industry insider?"
"Oh, okay. I'll try it out first. As long as I can still get paid."
Chang Qingchuan didn't want to discourage her further. He felt her mind was still so pure, always seeing the good side of things and being too trusting of people.
"I've already warned you. Be prepared for anything. If this company goes bankrupt, you can still go to my classmate's company. With your talent, you won't be overlooked anywhere. Why worry about whether it's an introduction from an acquaintance?"
"Okay, I understand."
After hanging up, Gu Susu wondered if the company was really on the verge of collapse since she had nothing to do.
But when she looked at her office again, with its good decoration and layout, it didn't seem like a place she would only use for a few days. She found it quite strange.
Returning home after a day at work, she felt that working was more relaxing than being at home, and she wasn't sure if that was good or bad.
She thought it might be because it was her first day at work and she shouldn't overthink it. At least the company's management was relaxed, which didn't hinder her from taking care of her child at all.
The next morning, after sending Xiao Xingxing to kindergarten, Gu Susu arrived at the company early, looking forward to what tasks she would be assigned today.
She had also prepared some small pastries she made herself. When most of the colleagues in the design department had arrived, she distributed them to everyone, getting to know them better.
However, she felt that all her colleagues in the design department were polite and fawning towards her, which seemed a bit strange, though she couldn't pinpoint why.
When it was time to officially start work, an assistant assigned by Wendy indeed arrived at her office.
This assistant was a woman around thirty years old, named Luo. She appeared to be very meticulous and thorough in her work.
She handed Gu Susu some design materials from previous years, suggesting that she could review them first and then think about the theme for the next season to highlight the company's style.
Gu Susu called her Sister Luo and asked her some questions about the company.
Sister Luo answered what she knew and said she didn't know what she didn't.
Seeing that she couldn't get much information, Gu Susu asked Sister Luo to leave, and she began to look through the company's past designs to familiarize herself with its design style.
She studied until closing time and had a general understanding of the company's design style. She realized that the company's fashion suited Western tastes, and its competitiveness in the Lancheng market might not be very strong. WΑp.kanshu伍.net
Chang Qingchuan's comment that Saiou Company was close to collapse seemed to have merit, and the situation in the local market was likely not optimistic.
She needed to change this style in her next season's designs to make the company's fashion more localized and accurately target the market here.
As she was writing down her thoughts on design improvements, she heard a knock on her office door.
"Please come in."
Wendy walked in and saw her still engrossed in writing. She said, "It's after work, and you're still here? So diligent."
"Oh." Gu Susu looked up and, seeing it was the boss, quickly stood up and said, "I didn't notice the time. I'll leave after finishing this part."
She quickly checked the time. It was time to pick up her child. If Wendy hadn't reminded her, she would have been late.
Wendy didn't seem to be leaving her office. She added, "If you have nothing to do tonight, accompany me to meet two clients. It's also a good opportunity to get acquainted with the distributors interested in our company's fashion and see what their ideas are for our designs."
"But I have to pick up my child from school." Gu Susu couldn't attend social events as there was no one to look after the child in the evening.
Wendy's expression immediately turned displeased. "Have someone else at home pick up the child. The two distributors I'm meeting tonight are very important; they have good channels. As the chief designer, you need to build a good relationship with them, understand?"
Frankly, Gu Susu didn't quite understand. She was a designer, not part of the public relations department.
However, she couldn't refuse her boss on her second day of work. Although she felt very conflicted, she nodded and said, "Alright, but I can't stay for long. I'll just meet them and leave. I really have a child to take care of at home."
"Don't worry, it's just a meal together. It won't take up too much of your personal time." Wendy turned and said, "Get ready. I'll go back to my office to pack up, and we'll meet at the main entrance."
As soon as Wendy left, Gu Susu quickly called the kindergarten teacher, asking the teacher on duty to look after Xiao Xingxing, and she would pick up the child around nine in the evening.
The kindergarten teacher on the phone readily agreed and told her not to worry.
This was a prestigious kindergarten, the one Qin Tianyi had chosen for Xiao Xingxing. Gu Susu had also heard from other parents that sometimes when they were too busy with work to pick up their children on time, the kindergarten had teachers on duty to take care of these children, which was a very thoughtful service.
She also quickly packed her things and went to the entrance to meet Wendy.
After getting into Wendy's car, they drove for about ten minutes before stopping in front of a private clubhouse.
"Isn't this a restaurant?" Gu Susu asked, a little puzzled.
Wendy smiled and said, "This is more upscale than ordinary restaurants. You can dine here, and it also has many entertainment facilities to meet various needs of the guests."
Gu Susu still asked, confused, "Aren't we just coming here to eat?"
"Yes, we are just eating. Besides dining, there are imported high-end red wines here, which you can't find elsewhere," Wendy said as she opened the car door and got out.
Deep down, Gu Susu still disliked such social engagements, but since she was already there, she had no choice but to follow Wendy inside.
Upon entering the clubhouse, Wendy skillfully led Gu Susu to a private room.
Two middle-aged men were already seated, and they were very familiar with Wendy. They exchanged pleasantries upon seeing each other.
Gu Susu stood aside with a smile. As soon as these two men saw Gu Susu, their eyes lingered on her, making her feel very uncomfortable.
Wendy smiled and pushed Gu Susu forward, introducing her, "This is our company's new chief designer, Gu Susu. She is very talented. If you have any ideas regarding styles, you can discuss them with her."
"Chief designer? So young and beautiful, excellent, excellent," one of them said, staring at Gu Susu.
Gu Susu stood still, offering only a smile.
The other middle-aged man said, "She seems quite proud."