Chapter 754 Liu Haizhong's Struggle 8
After experiencing the thrilling and turbulent Siheyuan demolition storm, everyone in the Siheyuan seemed to have experienced a spiritual baptism, and they seemed to understand the importance of rules more deeply and thoroughly.
In the past, some people may not care about the rules, thinking that those rules are just shackles that restrict freedom, but this storm is like a heavy hammer, which wakes everyone up. In the face of the huge pressure and complex contradictions of demolition, without the constraints of rules, everyone is like a pile of loose sand, fighting on their own, and the result can only be chaos and endless problems.
Only when everyone began to follow the rules and jointly negotiate and solve problems within the framework of the rules did they gradually find the direction and see hope.
At the same time, the relationship between neighbors has become closer because of this experience of solving problems together. In the storm, everyone supported and helped each other, and worked together to safeguard the interests of the Siheyuan. The estrangements and conflicts that once arose because of some trivial matters were washed away without a trace in this torrent of common struggle. Everyone's hearts are closely connected, as if returning to the era full of warmth and mutual assistance. Nowadays, walking in the alleys of the Siheyuan, you can hear the cordial greetings between neighbors everywhere, and see the warm scenes of everyone sitting together and chatting.
Days passed quietly like a gurgling stream, and the courtyard gradually regained its former vitality. In the morning, when the first ray of warm sunlight sprinkled gently on the bluestone road like a golden veil, the whole courtyard seemed to wake up slowly from a deep sleep. The bluestone road shone with a faint luster under the sunlight, as if telling the story of the years. Birds sang happily on the branches, their crisp and melodious songs were like smart notes, jumping and interweaving in the air, as if playing a wonderful morning song, adding a different kind of poetry to this quiet morning.
The old people got up early. They wore loose and comfortable clothes, walked to the yard with steady steps, and started to practice Tai Chi. Every move they made was steady and soothing, and every movement seemed to contain endless charm. Their arms were raised slowly, as natural as flowing water; their feet moved gently, as light as if they were stepping on clouds. The movements showed the precipitation and calmness of the years, as if time had left them not vicissitudes, but a kind of calmness and open-mindedness after going through wind and rain. Their faces were filled with peaceful smiles, as if they were enjoying this quiet and beautiful morning time.
The children, carrying their schoolbags, were bounding to school like a group of happy little deer. Their faces were filled with bright smiles, and their clear laughter echoed in the yard like silver bells. The laughter was full of innocence and vitality, adding a bit of liveliness to this quiet morning. They were laughing and playing as they walked, sharing with each other the interesting things that happened yesterday, and were full of expectations for the new day.
In this courtyard full of vitality, Liu Haizhong has been very proud and happy recently, as if he is at the peak of his life. In the turmoil of the courtyard demolition, he relied on his connections and prestige accumulated in the courtyard over the years, and actively coordinated like a brave general. He knew that this turmoil was related to the vital interests of every resident, so he did not dare to slack off.
He went door to door to collect everyone's opinions and demands. Every time he went to a house, he would listen to the residents' ideas patiently and record them carefully. If some residents were emotional, he would comfort them gently and ask them to calm down and speak slowly. If some residents could not express themselves clearly, he would ask them repeatedly to ensure that he understood them accurately. He carefully compiled the opinions and demands he collected into a detailed report, and every piece of data and every point of view was repeatedly verified and scrutinized.
Then, he communicated and negotiated with relevant departments many times. At the negotiation table, he argued with reason and was neither humble nor arrogant. He clearly explained the reasonable demands of the residents of the courtyard house, speaking with facts and data, which forced the personnel of relevant departments to pay attention.
When faced with doubts and objections from others, he always responded calmly and deftly resolved the problem. His determination and perseverance helped him secure a more reasonable resettlement plan for the residents of the courtyard.
This series of actions made him more famous in the courtyard, shining like the brightest star in the night sky. Everyone greeted him warmly and spoke with respect. Some residents would hold his hand and say gratefully: "Old Liu, thanks to you, we can have such a good result." Liu Haizhong would smile modestly and say: "This is the result of everyone's joint efforts. I just did what I should do."
Liu Haizhong is a perfect example of the saying that when good things happen, one feels refreshed. Since he successfully secured a reasonable resettlement plan for the residents in the Siheyuan demolition incident, his mood has been as bright and beautiful as the flowers blooming in spring. This joy is like a gurgling stream, flowing into every corner of his life, and turning into a constant source of motivation, which he brought to the workshop.
Liu Haizhong already had rich experience and excellent skills in the workshop, and he was recognized as a "technical master". Over the years, he has worked hard in the workshop and is familiar with the performance and operation procedures of various equipment. He can always solve technical problems. Now, the motivation brought by this happy event has made him devote himself to his work, like a tireless machine, always maintaining efficient operation.
Every day, before the first rays of morning light completely illuminate the earth, Liu Haizhong has already come to the workshop in high spirits. He walks steadily and checks each device in the workshop one by one. His focused eyes seem to be able to penetrate the shell of the equipment and see the operating status of every part inside. He carefully checks each component of the equipment, checking whether the screws are loose, whether the lubricating oil is sufficient, and whether the circuit is normal. When he encounters a question, he will squat down, touch and feel it gently with his hands, or get close to check carefully, not missing any details that may affect production. After checking the equipment, he began to busy himself with pre-production preparations, organizing tools, and allocating raw materials. Every link is arranged in an orderly manner, laying a solid foundation for a day's production work.
After get off work, when other colleagues leave the workshop one after another and enjoy their leisure time, Liu Haizhong is often the last one to leave. He carefully checks the production situation of the day again to see whether the products produced meet the quality standards and whether the production quantity reaches the expected target. He will also carefully review the work process of the day and summarize the experience and lessons. He will record down the areas that are done well and worth continuing to carry forward and the areas that are still insufficient and need to be improved, so that he can do better in the future.
When he encountered technical problems at work, Liu Haizhong showed his unyielding spirit. He would not be easily frightened by the problem, but would take the initiative to study it. He would dive into the reference room and look for clues to solve the problem in the piles of materials. Professional books were worn out by his reading, and they were densely covered with his notes and thoughts. If the information in the reference room could not meet his needs, he would ask around and consult experts. He would go to the experts' offices without any effort, humbly ask them questions, and listen carefully to their opinions and suggestions. Sometimes, in order to solve a problem, he might immerse himself in research and thinking for several days in a row, and would not stop until the problem was solved.
Under his leadership, the working atmosphere of the entire group has undergone tremendous changes.
In the past, some members of the team were not positive enough in their work attitude and were always perfunctory. But now, seeing Liu Haizhong being so serious and responsible and devoting himself to his work, they are deeply moved.
Everyone began to take the initiative to learn, improve their technical level, and work harder, no longer being lazy. The work efficiency and quality of the entire team have been significantly improved, the qualified rate of products produced has been greatly improved, and the production progress has been significantly accelerated.
One day, the workshop director called Liu Haizhong to his office. Liu Haizhong was nervous and excited. He was nervous because he didn't know what the director wanted to talk to him about. Was there something wrong with his work?
He was excited because he felt that this might be a new opportunity. He walked into the office with a slightly heavy step, feeling uneasy.
When the director saw him come in, he immediately smiled kindly and motioned him to sit down. Liu Haizhong sat on the chair a little stiffly, rubbing the corners of his clothes unconsciously with his hands. The director cleared his throat and said, "Lao Liu, everyone has seen your recent performance in the workshop. You are conscientious and responsible in your work, and you can complete every task excellently; you have superb skills and can always solve problems easily; you have also driven the overall progress of the team, and significantly improved the work efficiency and quality of the entire team. Our workshop is planning to select another team leader, and I think you are a very suitable candidate. I came to you today just to hear your ideas."
After hearing what the director said, Liu Haizhong felt like there was a little rabbit jumping around in his heart. His heart was beating wildly in his chest, as if it was about to burst through his chest. This sudden news was like a dazzling flash of lightning, instantly illuminating his ordinary working life. He never dreamed that he would have such an opportunity.
His mind went blank for a moment, and then all kinds of complicated emotions surged into his heart like a tide. There was a surprise, and this surprise was like a blooming firework, brilliant and dazzling in his heart;
There was excitement, and this excitement was like a burning flame, making his blood boil; there was also a hint of nervousness. After all, this was an unprecedented challenge, and he was a little overwhelmed.
He was so excited that he was incoherent for a moment. His lips trembled slightly and he stammered, "Director, I...can I really do this? I...I am especially grateful to you and the workshop for your trust in me. For so many years, I have been an ordinary worker and never dared to think that I would have such an opportunity. If I can become a team leader, I will do my best. I will treat every task as my own mission and devote myself to it. I will treat team members like my own family, lead everyone to work hard together, and live up to everyone's expectations!"
The director looked at Liu Haizhong's excited and nervous expression, and a gentle smile appeared on his face. He slowly stood up, walked to Liu Haizhong, and gently patted his shoulder, which was full of encouragement and trust.
The director said earnestly: "Lao Liu, I believe you have the ability. You have been in the workshop for so many years, and your skills are excellent. It is obvious to all. Moreover, you are serious and responsible in your work, and you are warm and friendly to your colleagues. These are your advantages. However, it is not so easy to be a team leader. This requires more responsibilities than ordinary workers. In addition to having excellent skills, you must also have organizational and coordination skills and a sense of responsibility. You have to lead the team to complete the production task, which is not an easy task. You will encounter various problems in the production process, such as equipment failure, shortage of raw materials, personnel deployment, etc. You have to find ways to solve them. You must also care about the life and work of the team members, understand their needs and difficulties, and provide help and support in time. Only in this way can the group become a united, cooperative and positive team. Do you have confidence?"
Liu Haizhong took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down. He closed his eyes, encouraged himself silently in his heart, and then slowly opened his eyes, his eyes revealing firmness and determination.
He straightened his back and said in a loud and powerful voice: "Director, I have confidence! I know that the position of team leader is a heavy responsibility, but I will not back down. I will study hard and improve my abilities. I will use my spare time to learn management knowledge and ask experienced leaders and colleagues for advice. In the future work, I will be more strict with myself, set an example, and lead the team to do a better job! I believe that as long as we work together, there will be no difficulties that cannot be overcome, and we will be able to complete the tasks assigned to us by the workshop!"
Coming out of the director's office, Liu Haizhong felt his steps were much lighter. He couldn't wait to tell his family the good news, but when he thought about the work that had not been completed, he suppressed his joy and returned to the workshop.
On the other side, when Yi Zhonghai saw Liu Haizhong being called by the director, some people gloated and said that Liu Haizhong must have been lazy and was discovered by the director. Although the voice was not loud, it was like a stone thrown into a calm lake, stirring up ripples among the crowd. Everyone whispered to each other, their eyes full of speculation and curiosity.
Yi Zhonghai frowned, feeling a little unhappy. He knew Liu Haizhong too well. Liu Haizhong had been working diligently in the courtyard all these years, and was also well-known for his hard work in the workshop. How could he be lazy? He couldn't help but said loudly: "Don't make blind guesses. Lao Liu is not that kind of person. Maybe the director wants to see him for something else important."
But those people didn't take it seriously. They pouted and said, "Master Yi, please don't speak for him. What good can come of being called in by the director alone? Let's just wait and see what happens."
Yi Zhonghai was too lazy to argue with them, but was secretly worried about Liu Haizhong. He knew too well the power of these gossips, and if Liu Haizhong was really affected by this, it would be too unfair.