In the following period, several major Chinese families headed by the Liu family suddenly launched an attack and used the debt disputes as an excuse to forcibly use the properties of Lin, Zhang and other families to pay off the debts.
Facing several major families who were in trouble, the Lin, Zhang and other families were unwilling to be outdone and actively raised funds to preserve the industry.
Unfortunately, the resistance of the Lin, Zhang and other families was of no use. Several major families who were well prepared and powerful finally took over the industry.
The vitality of the Lin, Zhang and other families was severely damaged after this, and they were no longer able to become a well-known Chinese family in Borneo.
The sudden acquisition war in Borneo has also dazzled the people. But no matter what, life must go on.
Carl Larson dressed neatly and walked out of the house with a suit jacket in hand. The shirt and jacket were actually a little uncomfortable in the nearly 30-degree weather.
But Carl Larsen didn't mind this at all, because he needed to meet an important guest today and it had to be formal.
"rickshaw!"
Seeing an idle rickshaw in the distance, Carl Larsen's eloquent Cantonese came to mind.
It has been three years since he came to Borneo, and Carl Larsen can already speak a lot of everyday Cantonese.
There is no way, there are too many Chinese in Pontianak. As a businessman who has to deal with people every day, Carl Larsen has learned a lot of spoken Chinese.
Following Carl Larsen's greeting, the rickshaw rushed over immediately.
"Good morning, sir."
The same well-spoken Italian greeting came from the mouth of the yellow-skinned coachman.
"Jaful Larson & Co."
A business firm named after oneself is a characteristic of this era, and Carl Larsen is no exception.
"Okay!"
After confirming the address, the coachman pulled Carl Larsen through the streets. The streets were extremely busy in the early morning, with scenes of people coming and going everywhere, and the roads were also quite crowded, with horse-drawn carriages and rickshaws running through them.
There are also a lot of bicycles on the side, and you can even see cars.
Of course, there are also an endless stream of shops on both sides of the street, and the Chinese and Latin characters on the signboards echo each other, which is also a unique style.
As for Carl Larsen, who has been in Pontianak for three years, he no longer has the mood to appreciate it, and his mind is full of matters needing attention when meeting clients.
"Sir, we're here!"
A voice called him out of his thoughts.
"Give!"
"Goodbye, sir."
Carl Larsen's business is not big. It is more like a larger store than a business. It just has a separate room as an office.
At present, the business is still in its early stages of development. In addition to Larson himself, there is also a clerk and assistant Mori and Admiral Yajir, cleaner, cook and waiter Ms. Song.
That's right, there are only three people in Larson's business, which is pitiful for a small one.
However, although the business house was small, it was his entire dream and his entire net worth to Carl Larsen.
Carl Larsen was just a craftsman who repaired sewing machines before. After seeing others making a fortune in Borneo, he felt envious, so he sold his goods and came to Borneo to work hard.
Considering the cost and familiarity, Carl Larsen came to Pontianak and still started his old sewing machine business. Of course, he no longer just repaired sewing machines for people, but sold sewing machines.
Carl Larsen has a very good vision. The industry he chose has little competition in Borneo, and the prospects are good. Although tailoring machines are inconspicuous, they are basically household necessities. Even if they are not available in every household, four
It is also necessary for five families to share one machine. After all, if you want to make clothes and mend clothes, how can you do without a sewing machine?
Besides, the people in Borneo have always had a good income, and they can still afford to spend one or two months’ salary to buy a sewing machine. And Carl Larsen has developed well in three years, from running a one-man gang to now having his own
The store and employees are gone.
"Morrie, how do I look?"
"Awesome, totally in line with who you are."
Morrie's compliment made Larsen straighten the wrinkles on his pants. "Did Mr. Li call to say when he will arrive?"
"I told you, he looked around ten o'clock in the morning."
"Oh, it's already half past nine, and Mr. Li will arrive in only half an hour. Morrie, let's rehearse the reception process. I have a new idea."
"Okay, Mr. Larson."
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"Welcome Mr. Li."
Larson welcomed the big customer with a smile on his face. He was indeed worthy of being a big customer. Li Mingkun is also a famous Chinese family in Gaoping. Of course, this has nothing to do with Gaoping. But no matter what
Compared with, and much better than Larson, it is simply compared to Kunpeng and Sparrow.
"You're welcome, Mr. Larsen, let's get started."
Facing Li Mingkun's words, Larson quickly led him into the store.
"Mr. Li, please take a look, there are only a few types of sewing machines currently sold in our store..."
Larsen currently sells five types of sewing machines, including one German, one British and three Italian. Because this is an Italian colony, German and British sewing machines need to pay high tariffs. More
It is suitable for the middle class and above.
Larson's main sales force are three Italian tailoring machines, the Vega brand, the Morning Glory brand, and the Crown brand.
"What is the lowest selling price of these three sewing machines? Do you know how many I need?"
After listening to Larson's introduction, the main customer Li Mingkun asked about the price. As expected, he immediately abandoned the English and German models. Although the performance was indeed good, they were too expensive. One of them was almost replaced by two of the cheapest Crowns.
It's a card. He wants to take it back to open a garment factory, so he doesn't need such a good machine.
"The price of the Vega card can be reduced by 48 lire at the lowest price, and it will sell to you for 160 lire. The Morning Glory card can be reduced by 45 lire recently, and will be sold to you for 150 lire. The Crown card can only be reduced by 40 lire, and will be sold to you for 140 lire. Of course, this is a minimum purchase of 500.
The selling price of the unit.”
Facing the inquiry from the major customer, Larson quickly quoted his price, and finally added, "Mr. Li, there is no way this price is lower than mine in Pontianak."
As soon as he finished speaking, Larson could only look at the big customer expectantly. Li Mingkun had obviously known about it before. After thinking for a while, he said, "I need a thousand Crown brand sewing machines, but I must guarantee one for free."
years of maintenance.”
"No problem, I will arrange for a maintenance person to be at your factory when the time comes."
Larson was overjoyed to get the order and made the guarantee without hesitation. This was the largest order he had ever received in business. Although the unit price profit was very low, the quantity was enough for him to earn a lot of profit. Perhaps in the local market
His wife and children can also take over.
Living in Borneo day after day, there are many people like Larsen who make money, and of course there are also many who lose money and sell themselves to plantations. Of course, no matter who they are, the dream of getting rich in Borneo is not missing at all.
And those who make money are the best advertisements, motivating people who dream of getting rich to rush to this land.
