Hu Xueyan's Wealthy Life

Author: Hou Shusen
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Publish Date: 2000-02-01
Features: Xue Yan is one of the most legendary figures in late Qing Dynasty China. Starting from scratch, he rose from a merchant to an official and then back to a merchant, dominating the business world and navigating the official circles with ease, earning the reputation of a "red-capped merchant" that remains celebrated to this day. This book presents the "wealthy life" of Hu Xueyan to the readers, divided into seven parts:
Understanding the world's complexities and mastering human relationships;
Adapting to the times and acting flexibly;
Unconventional in approach and discerning in personnel management;
A master of marketing, striving for excellence and authenticity;
Upholding business ethics and earning wealth ethically;
Alleviating societal burdens and gaining fame nationwide;
Valuing silver over flowers and treating women as commodities.