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Chapter 289 Tug of War

Today's meeting seemed to go particularly smoothly.

For the plan to help Netflix enter the domestic market, all the mid-level cadres of the investment company voted in favor.

"Mr. Zhang, the quality of Netflix's film library goes without saying. Even if some of the films fail to pass review, the rest are enough to stand out from the crowd!"

"Not only is it a way to look down upon the heroes, it should also be an order that no one in the martial arts community dares to disobey!"

"Coupled with Netflix's mature membership and operation system, it will not be difficult for us to achieve profitability even if we follow the same example."

"However, we lack talents in the streaming media industry."

"Recruit, if you can't find it, dig it! Domestic streaming media is not doing well anyway."

Looking at the energetic employees discussing in the conference room, Zhang Da said:

"Everyone, please be quiet. Please think about it. Since there is a great opportunity to make profits by entering the domestic streaming media market, why has Netflix Group not entered in these years?"

As soon as these words came out, everyone suddenly became quiet.

Everyone understood Zhang Da's words, and there must be a lot of resistance.

"Mr. Zhang, I have compiled some information."

At this time, Zhang Xiang stood up, walked to the laptop placed on the stage, and played a ppt.

Everyone's attention shifted to the projection.

After clicking on the ppt, Zhang Xiang said:

"In fact, as early as 2015, Netflix Group tried to enter the Chinese market many times. However, due to various reasons, they all failed in the end."

"In 2017, Netflix also tried to cooperate with domestic streaming media and put its works on domestic streaming media platforms, but in the end it came to nothing."

"Therefore, I think it is still very difficult to introduce Netflix into the country."

Looking at the ppt, everyone in the conference room calmed down completely.

The reality that Netflix has failed in many attempts is tantamount to pouring cold water on everyone.

"I think what the vice president said is true." Tang Haitao looked at Zhang Da thoughtfully, "The specific operation needs to be discussed in the long term. I think we should consult the relevant departments first and then make a decision."

After the meeting, Zhang Da returned to the office and dialed a number from Yanjing.

"Hello, comrade, I am Zhang Da! I want to ask you something."

"Hey, sorry for your trouble! I'm waiting for your reply."

...

Two hours later, he called Tang Haitao and Zhang Xiang into his office.

A few minutes later, Zhang Xiang's voice, which suppressed his excitement, came from the conference room:

"Mr. Zhang, do you mean that this can be done?"

Zhang Da nodded slightly.

The feedback he got over the phone was:

Because of his donation during the epidemic and his performance in donating animal heads, he was given the green light.

"This opportunity is hard-won." Looking at the guardians on the left and right, Zhang Da said seriously, "We must blow a layer of oil out of Naifei."

Tang Haitao and Zhang Xiang looked at each other, and then nodded seriously.

Both of them had some doubts in their hearts.

Mr. Zhang clearly settled the matter with just one phone call, right?

...

A week later, Hastings received an email from Tang Haitao.

"Dear Mr. Hastings..."

After filtering out a long list of useless rhetoric, Hastings summed up a key point:

"Things are difficult to handle and we need to pay more!"

Hastings: "..."

‘Is it difficult? I’ll just... add more money.’

After a few seconds, he made his decision.

After all, Netflix’s previous attempts to enter the Chinese market ended in disastrous failure.

Now, if a door is opened in front of Netflix, how can he refuse it?

"Mr. Zhang, Netflix Group has offered to share Netflix's business in China with us."

In Zhang Da’s office, Tang Haitao reported,

"In addition, Mr. Hastings also said that as a shareholder of the Netflix Group, your interests and those of Netflix should be consistent..."

"Does he think I'm stupid?" Zhang Da complained speechlessly, "How much money can I get from the dividends? Tell him, not a penny less!"

"Okay, Mr. Zhang!" Tang Haitao nodded quickly, "I think we not only need talents in streaming media, but also need to recruit a group of computer elites!"

According to their plan, Netflix Group’s domestic websites and mobile apps will be represented and operated by Mingda Group.

"Just leave the job of finding people to Director Lu. She is still very capable."

Zhang Da smiled and said, "Mr. Tang, you are solely responsible for the negotiations with the Netflix Group. I want the vice president to be your deputy! Director Zhang is responsible for the capital budget."

"Okay, Mr. Zhang, I will discuss the negotiation strategy with Vice President Xiang, and then start online negotiations with Mr. Hastings as soon as possible."

Three days later, Tang Haitao brought new news:

"Mr. Zhang and Mr. Hastings insist on 73% revenue sharing, and they will take the lion's share because they provide the film library and brand resources."

"Continue talking to them, I hope to get 50% of the revenue." Zhang Da said, "Without us, they can't enter the domestic market. Besides, app development and maintenance are all money!"

"Understood, Mr. Zhang!"

Tang Haitao nodded seriously, then turned to Hastings and proposed a 64-carat split.

Naturally, Mingda Group wants to take the majority of the total revenue.

Spring is coming, and the negotiations between Mingda Group and Netflix Group have temporarily fallen into a tug-of-war.

Zhang Da, who had just moved into the villa in Building B6 of Zhongshan International Community, finally waited for Cheng Mingming to finish his hotel quarantine.

In the next week, she will undergo a week of home quarantine in Zhang Da's newly renovated villa.

After picking up Cheng Mingming's luggage, Zhang Dazai looked at her carefully.

Cheng Mingming, who was wearing a mask, said doubtfully: "No, what are you looking at?"

Zhang Da paused, shook his head and said: "Nothing, let's go into the house."

In fact, he wanted to say that Cheng Mingming seemed to be a little fatter than the last time they met.

However, the moment he was about to speak, his desire to survive caught up with him in time.

After opening the bulletproof door of the villa, a crystal clear entrance came into view.

Cheng Mingming exclaimed, and then asked with some uncertainty:

"Wow! This is...crystal?"

"Yeah, it's inlaid with Swarovski diamonds, so it looks like Dubai." Zhang Da said, "How is it? This entrance cost me a lot of money."

"I know even if you don't tell me, it looks very expensive." Cheng Mingming complained, "By the way, how much did you spend on this villa?"

"Well, this villa is not expensive. It cost more than 60 million to buy it. It's just that the decoration is more expensive."

Zhang Da said truthfully, "Including the furniture, the total cost was more than 76 million. Mainly, the entrance hall is a bit expensive. In fact, I have a little regret."

"Flashy?"

"That's not true." Zhang Da shook his head and said, "It's just that I don't have much cash on hand recently, so I feel like I shouldn't make extravagant purchases at will."

Cheng Mingming asked: "Does the team invest a lot?"

Zhang Da shook his head and said: "That's not true, it's just that I plan to introduce Netflix into the country. The deal is almost settled, and a lot of money will be invested."

"If I don't get a loan, I might have to invest most of my working capital. By then, I'm afraid I'll only have 8-digit deposits in my bank card. It won't work like this..."

Cheng Mingming: "?"

"Forget it, let's not talk about this anymore." Looking at his girlfriend with question marks on her face, Zhang Da said thoughtfully, "Are you tired? I have a big bed here with a Hästens mattress. It's very comfortable to sleep on.

"
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