Reflections on Knowing One's Destiny

Dongshan Group - Chairman - Mr. Xue Zhicheng

China, a path of reform and opening up that has been advancing for over thirty years, carries the historical mission of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation; at the same time, it is also the entrepreneurial journey of Chinese entrepreneurs, recording the rise and fall of private enterprises. As a participant, witness, and practitioner of modern business history, I have now reached the age of knowing my destiny. After more than ten thousand days of hard work, I have many insights and hope to compile the ten concepts of 'Fortune, Suffering, Reflection, Gratitude, Joy, Knowledge, Aspiration, Clarity, Transmission, and Education' to construct the ideological and cultural value system of the group, guiding team members to learn the way of being and doing, allowing young people to gain the foundation of their lives and harmonious wisdom, and injecting a continuous source of vitality for the group's future robust development.

Fortunate: Some say, 'This is a good and a bad era.' For individuals, catching the wave of reform and opening up presents a rare opportunity to realize self-worth. How fortunate it is!

Suffering: A child born in the rural areas in the 1960s, with little education, finds the path to society even more arduous! Along the way, the hardships endured, the losses suffered, and the pains experienced cannot be expressed in mere words. Regardless of the adversities faced, possessing firm beliefs, clear goals, and lofty ideals has led me, through struggles and perseverance, to where I am today.

Reflection: Looking back at today's small achievements, they are indeed coincidental, yet upon deeper reflection, there is a certain inevitability. The tireless efforts and late-night work are the essence of sincerity that can break through stone!

Gratitude: Remembering the earnest expectations and earnest teachings of my parents, I hold a grateful heart, thankful for the immense grace of my parents, for the companions who have walked alongside me, and for the blessings from heaven!

Joy: As the saying goes: 'Not enough compared to those above, yet more than those below.' Not being satisfied with the status quo but being content with past efforts and contributions is the essence of being content and joyful.

Knowledge: After decades of ups and downs in the business world, I have learned a principle: 'Benefits can be shared but not monopolized; strategies can be few but not numerous.' Concealing one's light and planning in silence is called 'Divine'; when success is achieved, it is revealed and recognized, called 'Bright', thus referred to as 'Divine Brightness'.

Aspiration: In my youth, with great ambitions and high aspirations, I once wrote poetry to express my aspirations: 'Riding the long wind to break the waves, bearing heavy responsibilities under the moon and stars, creating great enterprises is like leading a million troops; whether sinking or floating, heroes have always existed. Some seize the right time with many troops and brave generals, while those who drift with the waves are discarded as useless. Standing on the peak to see the world, as the winds rise and clouds surge, I will clear the path for my achievements. Every step feels as heavy as Mount Tai, facing the wind and breaking through layers of waves, testing my abilities and aspirations, I will not disgrace this life!'

Clarity: At the age of knowing my destiny, I finally understand the trends of development and change, perceive the principles of the rise and fall of all things, comprehend the laws of human thought, and discover the signs before changes occur. The insights are captured as follows: 'In youth, I did not understand myself; now I understand the white hair and beard. I do not wish to recall the past, as life has seen much wind and rain. Even though I am weary, my goals are gradually becoming clear, strategizing the overall situation, and building a foundation worth billions.'

Transmission: The sea does not lack a drop of water, the forest does not lack a single tree, and the platform does not lack a person; however, the family lacks someone to raise their head and shine, to bring glory to the family. Life rushes by in a few decades, like a white horse passing through a gap. Instead of competing for the day, if one must compete, let it be for eternity. The transmission of thought is the driving force and competitiveness for the continuity of the enterprise.

Education: Cultural inheritance, 'The plan for a year lies in planting grain, the plan for ten years lies in planting trees, and the plan for a hundred years lies in cultivating people.' Cultivating the next generation is essential for achieving the utmost goodness and striving for a life without regrets.

Dongshan Group introduces 'Think Tank. Strategic Functional Departments' and establishes 'Dongshan Academy. National Studies Lecture Hall' to fulfill the group's three major goals:

1. To establish family values for family inheritance; cultivate three views, nine qualities, and twenty-seven connotations of national studies;

2. To establish culture for Dongshan Group; set up a national studies lecture hall and cultivate the goal of harmonious wisdom;

3. To lay the foundation for a trillion-level industry; in response to the new era of technological innovation 2.0, the group must adopt a new mindset and vision to view the overall situation. The characteristics of the 2.0 era are centered on traditional enterprises + the internet. Therefore, we will continue to build on traditional advantages and competitiveness while using technological intelligence as a tool to achieve innovation through a dual overlay effect.

Under the guidance of this strategic height of thought, Dongshan Group establishes an 'Entrepreneurship Platform' to guide the direction and path of the enterprise, adhering to the 'Inclusive Spirit' to encourage young people to showcase their ambitions and talents, helping those with aspirations to fulfill their dreams and achieve personal self-realization. This is the strategic layout that the group has made to adapt to the development of the situation, ensuring sustainable vitality in the future competitive landscape.