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Episode 434 – Eggs to Rocks (3)
The morning dawned bright with sunlight. As Lee Kyung-bok chose to open the store, the employees also arrived at work.
But the attitude was different from before.
“Oh, hello…”
He immediately lowered his head, seemingly looking at Lee Kyung-bok. Then, glancing sideways, he glanced at Lee Kyung-bok and headed up to the second floor.
Viewers poured out chat messages, half joking and half serious, at that sight.
-Look at those eyes rolling around!
-It fell over, it fell over ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ
-Unlike other idiots, this guy is not good at lying?
-Should I just cut it off?
-A perfect shortcut here too?
-Are you cutting it quickly? Lol
-Let's make the new employee Eclipse Sir, not Chunom!
-The staff who upholds chivalry are kings lol
Lee Kyung-bok smiled at him and shook his head.
“It’s a bit much to just cut it out. Since there’s even an event cutscene, it’s obvious that it’s a story event, right?”
It wasn't just because the employee had borrowed Genome's name. This event wasn't going to be a random or spontaneous occurrence.
"Then, even if I hired a new employee, it would probably be the same. Matthew would try to bribe me, and wouldn't a new employee be more likely to betray me?"
-Well, lol, if you're worried about the boss who forgave you for your mistake once, then what?
-If you're new, you'll probably get the hang of it right away?
-Analysis
-Then you're going to keep taking Ji Sa-won with you?
-That's also something that makes me anxious…
-Does it have to be a match in the story?
Viewers agreed with him, but also showed some uneasiness.
"Well, I don't think there's any reason to make a game like that. It's a management simulation, after all. It seems like an event where you have to think about what to do with an employee who's trying to move to a competitor. I've actually changed jobs a few times myself."
-Oh lol, time for a job change story?
-I can't stand the behind-the-scenes story!
-Isn't it because of that senior?
-Oh my gosh, even thinking about it again makes me cringe
In response to the viewers' reactions, Lee Kyung-bok briefly talked while packaging the product.
"I can't go into detail about this, but I'm sure most people who change jobs have similar reasons. Well, sometimes it's the people, like that senior, that are the problem, but more often it's the unsatisfactory treatment."
-?????????
-You're saying that Godple is treated poorly?
-No lol, isn't this guy at the level where you can bring him?
-Really ㅋㅋ I thought you could just sit in the office ㅋㅋㅋ
-Hey lol what kind of totem is that lol
Lee Kyung-bok burst into laughter at the viewers' reactions.
"My work life isn't all that different. I asked Perpago about it, and he said it's similar."
Choi Byung-hoon was a freelancer, so there wasn't much to relate to, but Park Joo-ho was different. He, too, had experienced a difficult career, so there was a connection.
"Those of you who have worked have probably heard this at least once. You know how they always tell you to take ownership of your work?"
Lee Kyung-bok thought of one of them.
"But the truth is, working hard doesn't always yield anything in return. Instead of feeling a sense of ownership, you start to feel like it's someone else's business. Ultimately, it's a matter of reward distribution."
-If you really work hard, there should be some kind of reward, f*ck lol
-???: You work hard, don't you? I should give you more work!
-What is it! Give me money!
-Isn't it true that we demand the highest level of labor while paying the minimum wage?
-A company that thinks it's the owner but treats you like a slave!? (There are many)
-But I know the reason why they don't support me, but I just grit my teeth and pretend not to know lol
Lee Kyung-bok let out a hollow laugh at the viewers' enthusiastic sympathy. Then, his mind suddenly snapped.
'Oh, is now a good time?'
He hadn't been planning to hire fans as pop-up store staff anyway. He decided to bring up the terms he'd discussed during a meeting with Shop Fandom.
"So, I think it might be a good idea to talk things through with Director Ji. Let's have a meeting."
One of the things you have to do as a CEO.
It was time for staff interviews.
* * *
After business is over.
Lee Kyung-bok had a private meeting with the staff in a room inside the store.
“Uh… did I make a mistake?”
Genome looked around, perhaps feeling burdened by the interview request.
-I already knew everything, Imari!
-Immediate investigation
-Let's go with the Good Cop Bad Cop operation!
-1 person playing 2 roles? LOL
-???: I'm going to hit you or not!
-???: I won't hit you! I won't hit you, Dot!
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-Oh my goodness, why is this interview becoming an interrogation? Lol
Lee Kyung-bok laughed at the playful chat and cleared his throat.
“It was a mistake. I’m actually surprised at how well you’ve been doing lately.”
"yes?"
"I've noticed that your work process has gotten a lot faster lately. I can tell you've become more skilled at it."
“Oh, thank you.”
The employee smiled awkwardly at Lee Kyung-bok's praise.
-It's not that I can't do the job.
-This is proven by numbers lol
-That ugly guy is the basic one lol
-Maybe it's better because it's AI?
-Oh my gosh, that's too much lol
As the employment period lengthened, employees' abilities also improved. Since there were objective indicators, viewers acknowledged this.
“So, going forward, I plan to increase the intensity of my work.”
"…yes?"
The chat window also became filled with question marks along with the surprised employee's words.
-to?
-Oh my gosh, weren't you trying to make us take your side?
-Ah haha you're trying to make me go out on my own two feet
-What the heck is this black corporate behavior!
-Vantablack ON!
-Immediately. Command.
This is bound to cause resentment, isn't it? Everyone was bewildered, but Lee Kyung-bok was smiling.
In fact, he could sense a change in his staff. The aura he sensed from him was becoming increasingly ominous.
But he wasn't finished yet. He opened the "Salary" section of the employee menu.
“And we will increase your salary to match the harder work you do.”
"no…"
The employee's eyes widened.
Isn't Lee Kyung-bok not only raising the base salary but also providing incentives?
'This is about right.'
Lee Kyung-bok focused on the energy he felt from his employees as he moved the bar that adjusted the incentive percentage.
The ominous mood changed to positive as the percentage increased.
After finishing the settings, he paused the game for a moment.
"It's not just in the game; my team members actually receive incentives. As I mentioned, it feels like 'my job' only when I get a return on my hard work. I can't give you an exact figure, but I think everyone is satisfied."
-You're saying this is real, not a game?
-Kyaㅋㅋㅋ I heard that the pertube and goods are going well ㅋㅋ
-You work with Godple and the treatment is crazy?
-Ah haha I can't stand this!
-This is why people with abilities can't leave Godple's side, Imari.
-What?! Please give me a job too!
-Wow lol this is really god's workplace
The chat window filled with viewers' admiration. Lee Kyung-bok smiled at him.
'If this is the response, there will be no problem with hiring for this pop-up store.'
Although it was a part-time job, we discussed providing some kind of incentive. As confirmed by Shingi, applicants wouldn't have any complaints.
Lee Kyung-bok then resumed the game.
“Thank you so much! I will continue to work hard!”
When the pay raise was confirmed, the employees repeatedly bowed their heads. It was a completely different attitude from when the store first opened.
[Leadership Level UP]
With that gratitude, his skill level increased. The viewers burst into laughter.
-Perfect leadership ㅁㅊㄷㅁㅊㅇ
-The interview was definitely effective lol
-A sense of ownership comes from rewards, isn't that common sense?
-Ah haha, who wouldn't be loyal if they gave them more money? haha
-Right lol I don't know what Matthew will make me do, but it's probably going to be dirty
Taking a risk and changing jobs vs. getting incentives at a purple office.
-What the hell is this balance thing? ㅋㅋㅋ
-Is the market share already high? Are the legs of the magpies being torn apart?
-Who would get on a sinking ship? Lol
-What? It's a black company, so why aren't you gaslighting me!?
Lee Kyung-bok was a CEO who knew how to treat his employees well.
* * *
The ominous feeling disappeared.
Thanks to proper motivation, employee skill levels improved even more rapidly. Thanks to this smooth operation, Purple Office's occupancy rate surpassed 50%.
Oh my goodness! Nephew, you really did it!
Along with that came a call from Fred. In the hologram, his face was beaming with joy, and he was full of praise and encouragement.
"Uncle believed me! As expected, it wasn't you who was at fault, it was that stupid company! If you keep this up, you'll win this competition. Don't let your guard down until the very end!"
-Ah haha, do you think this guy would let his guard down?
-Matthew Shack manipulated the review in a dirty and ugly way, but he couldn't be defeated by Godple, right?
-Matthew, you should go to the abyss…
-Matthew? Matt? Are you implying a straw mat?
-Matthew Shackㅋㅋㅋ It's so funㅋㅋㅋ
-Let's settle karma!
-You'll win if you just wait lol
The viewers also expressed their delight, agreeing with Fred's words. Lee Kyung-bok smiled and shrugged at the reaction.
“Why are you maintaining it?”
A question mark appeared in the chat window.
Isn't securing a majority share by the end of the competition week the winning condition?
"I think it'll be over once I get to 100%. I'll just keep pushing when I get the chance."
Lee Kyung-bok smiled faintly and dialed his contact information. He then called Vincent, a marketing expert.
Oh, Mr. Purple! Congratulations! Purple Office is on a roll!
“Thank you. I want to build up that momentum a little more.”
He briefly responded to Vincent's congratulations and immediately opened the marketing menu. As he finished his selection, Vincent smiled brightly.
Oh, that's a great idea! Selling online will allow you to reach more customers!
-Hahaha, online shopping is the basics!
-Vincent was a Shop Fandom employee lol
-This is a sellout!
-It's sold out every day, not just for one day zz
-Really lol. All Koreans have experienced it.
-Is it still ongoing?
-???: Shop Fandom, spread the perfect goods!
-What kind of squirrel is that goods? LOL
When Lee Kyung-bok chose online sales, viewers were even more excited. Having actually experienced it, they were able to easily immerse themselves in the experience.
But there was one condition.
However, there's currently only one employee working under Mr. Purple. We need at least one more person to handle online shopping. An "operations" position.
"Oh, that's no problem. If you get it ready, I'll hire a new employee."
<Okay, I'll get it ready right away.>
Lee Kyung-bok immediately finished contacting Vincent and called Lorelai.
Oh, Mr. Purple! I heard good news! You finished the challenge of achieving a majority market share! Congratulations!
“Thank you. I'm contacting you because I'd like to take this opportunity to hire a new employee.”
Of course I should help! Your 'leadership' level is… enough! Now even high-level employees will be able to find you on our job listings!
It was just as Lorelai said.
The list included not only existing "general" employees but also "senior" employees, the next level up. Lee Kyung-bok changed the filter to only show "operational" employees.
-????
-Nothing, what the heckㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ
-Oh my gosh, you're crazy about stealing my attention?
-What is that bear picture?
-Ah hahaha this is the editor's character!
-The staff also had the mod on lol
Among the crowd, there was a bear. It was a mod utilizing Choi Byung-hoon's character, 'Bear PD' modeling.
"Now that the modeling has finally come out, it would be a shame not to utilize it. It's probably being spread around."
Lee Kyung-bok also smiled and looked through the list. But strangely, Perpago was nowhere to be seen.
When he changed the filter to 'mode', the viewers burst into laughter again.
-Oh my gosh, why is Perpago special?
-The spread of efficiency is amazing lol
-Ah, lol, isn't it obvious that machines do better work?
-Are you cowardly giving facts there?
-Student^^ If you don't want to get banned, be careful
-omg!
Lee Kyung-bok slyly commented on the playful chat window response.
“Ahem, let me just say this. Perpago installed the mod himself.”
-Ugh kekekekekekekeke
-So it was intentional?
-???: I'm better than him haha
-Isn't that a perfunctory idiot?
-???: You Chae Geum!
-No lol why is this guy telling you that lol
-A chance to tease your friend? How can you put up with this?
-It turned out it was a real friend move lol
In response to the viewers' response, Lee Kyung-bok sorted out the situation.
"Okay, if I do any more, it'll get really messy and I'll skip it. For now, since I can't hire a special agent yet, I'll hire a bear producer."
After the hiring was completed, PD Gom came to work at the store.
"hello."
A bear with a camera hanging around its neck and greeting in a low voice.
Lee Gyeong-bok sighed at the sight.
“Oh… It’s even more amazing when you see it in person.”
-Wow;;; What are the details?
-No lol I didn't know it was figure size lol
-Looking at the 1:1 size, it's totally awesome lol
-Where are Pugmalion's hands?
-So, you're saying that a figure with this quality will be released?
Viewers similarly expressed their admiration. Meanwhile, Lee Kyung-bok set up equipment in the inner office and assigned PD Gom.
“Then I will take good care of you.”
“Yes, sir. I will also ask for your help.”
After a polite greeting, PD Gom sat down at the computer. Lee Kyung-bok watched him for a moment before returning to the counter.
-Oh my gosh lol Can you type on the keyboard with those hands lol
-It won't break if you just press it, right?
-Keyboard shotgun (or not)
-Ah haha I just changed the skin because it's a mod haha
-Oh? It increased from >>> to >>>>>
-So this is exactly what perfect common sense applies to?
After launching online sales, the market share growth accelerated. But strangely, the number of customers in stores decreased even further.
“Oh? This also seems to be an effect of online sales.”
It wasn't a bad situation for Lee Kyung-bok.
Although the number of customers visiting the store decreased, the cash reserves and market share increased more rapidly.
"This gives me some leeway. I'll invest more in product knowledge."
Lee Kyung-bok activated 'personal exploration', a kind of idle mode.
-Idiot! An idiot who only thinks about goods!
-Leave resources? This isn't perfect, is it?
-Ugh lol this is right lol
-Really lol using employees is just a way to buy time
-Let's unlock the next Gujju!
Thanks to the experience he gained through continuing his business, Lee Kyung-bok was able to achieve the conditions for unlocking the next product.
He immediately called Lorelai to check the goods.
"Ah, this has truly been greatly loved by you all. Thank you again for your support."
As soon as he saw the product, Lee Kyung-bok couldn't help but laugh. The viewers felt the same way.
-The perfect hoodie came out?
-This is over lol
-Oh, haha, you worked hard!
-Let's go for 100% real market share!
– Isn't this a mega hit among the perfect Gujju? LOL
-Immediately.Order
Lee Kyung-bok immediately ordered the product. But it didn't end there.
“I had something to show you once the clothing items were unlocked, and now is the time.”
While the viewers were confused by his words, Lee Kyung-bok opened the 'Uniform' section.
The viewers' eyes widened at the items that appeared before them.
-What is this? What is this!
– A Gemalcon embroidered shirt? Could this be coming out as a secondary item?
-WA! New product!
-Oh my gosh, why is embroidery so cute?
-Immediately.Buy.
-Brother? You're going to sell it!? Brother? You're going to sell it!? Brother? You're going to sell it!? Brother? You're going to sell it!?
-5252, were you really just a fool who only knew how to use Gujju? LOL!
Lee Kyung-bok laughed and clapped his hands at the intense chat response.
"Ah, I'm so glad you all like it! As you expected, it's the second new product. Pugmalion-nim has put in his effort again this time, hasn't he? Please give him a big round of applause!"
-Pugmalion, is it you again!?
-Just a god-like design…!
-Recruiting Pugmalion is truly a stroke of genius ㅋㅋㅋㅋ
-Really lol I see the Gujju getting richer
-As expected, those from the Percheongja background are different, Imari.
The chat room erupted in cheers. But then the chat stopped for a moment.
“I added it in uniform mode to show you a quick shot. Is that okay?”
The category he chose was 'uniforms', that is, clothes worn by employees.
When Lee Kyung-bok pressed the preview button, his top changed into a Gemalcon embroidered shirt.
The viewers who saw that scene.
-Wow, seriouslyㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ
-What the heck, you're only wearing one shirt? ㅋㅋㅋ
-Come to the vocals, you s**t just pops outㅋㅋㅋㅋ
-The suit fit was awesome, but there was a shirt fit hidden inside?
-What is the transformation from a warm-hearted young CEO to a smart guy?
-Just by changing the uniform, the quality of the gift shop has gone up?
-Really lol It suddenly feels like a luxury store
-It's just a habit of the listeners to empty their wallets! A habit!
-Are you ready? / Of course, let's go!
-Why aren't you selling it now? Why aren't you selling it now? Why aren't you selling it now?
I couldn't resist the urge to buy that was welling up in my chest.
Soon the viewers were immersed in joy.
-Godple even wore a uniform to the launch of the Perfect Hoodie?
-Why don't you go to Purple Office and take a break?
-Ah haha who would go to a place like Bapsae Company?
-The gift shop is a purple office, isn't that common sense?
-100% market share confirmed!
-This is ㅋㅋㅋㅋ 100% finishedㅋㅋㅋ
-Is Matthew Shack's downfall confirmed?
It was a match that could not be pushed back.