in2ebook Chapter 98 Personnel Changes
Chapter 98 Personnel Changes
Compared to the previous cramped startup office, the newly rented floor is spacious and well-organized. Although the decoration is still simple, it already has the beginnings of a tech company.
The air still carried a faint smell of fresh paint and carpet as StarTech Inc. was officially established.
In a room temporarily used as a meeting room, Ling Yun chaired the company's first core management meeting. There were few attendees, but they formed the initial framework of Star Technology.
Lingyun - CEO, founder, responsible for the company's overall strategy, technology direction and external cooperation.
Eric - Head of the Starry Sky Operations Systems Department. He was one of the founders of the Alienware company that was initially acquired by Lingyun. He has solid technical skills and a deep understanding of the underlying systems, and was promoted by Lingyun to be in charge of the core operations system development.
David - Head of the Star Browser Department. A key technical member of the original browser development team, he demonstrated outstanding leadership and technical acumen during Lingyun's leadership of the "Weaving the Web" project.
Carly - Head of Ecosystem Tools. An experienced product manager who previously worked at a mid-sized software company in Silicon Valley, she was recruited by Lingyun to manage the "Starflow" framework, the "StarPack" tool, and developer community operations.
Emily - Chief Financial Officer. With an accounting firm background, she excels in cost control and capital operations, making her a key figure in navigating the upcoming complex negotiations with Dell.
Mark - Head of Administration and Human Resources. Responsible for the company's daily operations, logistical support, and recruitment.
"Everyone, from today onwards, we are Starry Sky Technology." Ling Yun's gaze swept over every face present, his tone calm yet powerful. "Our goals remain unchanged, but the stage is bigger, and the challenges are more severe. Eric, the release date for the next stable version of the operating system cannot be changed. David, the deep integration of the browser with the 'Starflow' framework must be accelerated. Carly, the activity level of the developer community and the usage rate of the tools are your core KPIs. Emily, prepare for the due diligence investigation by Dell's team. Mark, ensure everyone's logistics are in place, especially fill the vacant R&D positions as soon as possible."
He succinctly assigned the initial tasks, then looked at Carly and added, "Carly, there's one more thing: start recruiting a CEO secretary as soon as possible. I'll be handling more and more work, and I need a capable person to help me coordinate schedules, handle daily tasks, and filter information."
"Understood, I'll handle it as a priority." Carly immediately wrote it down.
After the meeting, the company's newly formed machine began to slowly start up, and a busy atmosphere mixed with excitement and pressure permeated all departments.
Carly was very efficient. Just two days later, she arranged for three secretary candidates to have final interviews, with Lingyun making the final decision himself.
Three women entered the office one after another.
First up is Sofia. She was dressed in a standard business suit, with impeccable makeup, and her resume showed that she had a Bachelor of Arts degree and a year and a half of experience as an administrative assistant at a trading company.
She answered questions clearly and logically, speaking at a steady pace, demonstrating excellent professionalism and organizational skills. She emphasized her meticulousness, reliability, and proficiency in office software.
Second, Fiona. She wore a well-tailored dark suit, looking capable and composed. Her resume was even more impressive: a degree in Communication from the University of Southern California with a minor in Computer Science, and a year-long stint as CEO assistant at a well-known hardware company in Silicon Valley.
She not only discussed schedule management and document processing, but also proactively inquired about Xingchen Technology's main technological directions and challenges, demonstrating her understanding of the industry and a strong sense of curiosity. Her demeanor was confident yet understated, and her logic was clear.
Third, Catherine. She is very beautiful, with blonde hair and blue eyes, and elegant manners. She has a background in both music performance and business, and previously worked in an art gallery. She is a good communicator with an infectious smile, but when asked how she handles multiple urgent tasks and prioritizes them, her answers seemed somewhat vague and idealistic.
Each of the three candidates has its own strengths.
Sophia is a safe bet; her experience is a good match, and she won't make a mistake. Catherine might have an advantage in terms of outreach and image.
But Fiona gave Ling Yun the most special feeling. Not only did she possess the skills required of a professional secretary, but more importantly, her learning ability, interest in the technical field, and her calm yet proactive qualities made Ling Yun feel that working with her would be smoother and the communication costs would be lower.
He doesn't need a simple schedule manager, but an assistant who can truly understand his priorities and effectively share the pressure in a complex and fast-paced tech company environment.
After the interview, Ling Yun made his decision almost without hesitation. He called Carly over: "Fiona. Sophia is also a good candidate; we can ask her if she'd be willing to go to Icecloud Investment Company, where they also need a responsible administrative assistant. Catherine... might not be a good fit for our current needs."
Carly nodded and went to make the arrangements.
Ultimately, Fiona accepted the position of CEO's secretary at StarCraft Technology. After consideration, Sophia agreed to work at Lingyun's IceCloud investment company, which, although smaller, offered a simpler work environment and was also a good option.
Catherine declined the offer to join Icecloud, hoping to find a position with a "more artistic atmosphere" or a "more focused on high-end client relationships." She then plunged into the sea of job seekers in Los Angeles.
Many years later, when Star Technology grew into a tech giant comparable to Microsoft and Apple, and the story of its early team was repeatedly unearthed and circulated by the media, Catherine, who had become a well-known social activist, mentioned this missed interview in a casual interview.
"I was too young then, and I valued appearances and the immediate atmosphere more," she said with a hint of indescribable emotion. "I turned down an offer to work at a small investment firm, thinking it didn't fit my career aspirations. Later I realized what I was giving up. It wasn't just a job; it was an opportunity of an era. It was probably the worst decision I've ever made in my life."
Fiona's arrival quickly proved Lingyun's choice to be correct. She efficiently streamlined Lingyun's chaotic schedule, skillfully handled the flood of emails and phone calls, and became an indispensable hub for Lingyun's communication with both inside and outside the company, allowing Lingyun to devote more energy to more macro-level strategic and technical challenges.
The company's basic framework was finally firmly established.