Chapter 103 Making Vincent Embarrassed
"I agree," Vincent immediately chimed in. "Starting from a grassroots position, she can not only better understand the employees but also directly face the market! This will be more beneficial for Cecilia's future management."
"I disagree," Cecilia said bluntly.
Vincent's expression changed again.
Just a second ago, he thought Cecilia had compromised, but now she suddenly became assertive again.
Cecilia said, "If it's just to test my abilities, why go through the unnecessary step of making me start as a supervisor? Why can't I directly take on this position and earn everyone's recognition? If I can't handle the job or gain everyone's approval, then you can remove me from the position. Why waste everyone's time?"
Vincent retorted, "Are you kidding? Do you know how important the position of Sales Director is? One wrong decision could lead to the Lockhart Group's market failure. How could we let you play around with it?" Vincent said sternly. "Besides, would starting as a supervisor really be beneath you? If you weren't the chairman's daughter, no matter how impressive your resume, you'd still just be an employee. Mr. Wolf letting you start as a supervisor is already a sign of trust. Don't be ungrateful! Even if you're young and think failure is no big deal, don't embarrass your father!"
"Uncle Vincent, shouldn't the one embarrassed be you?" Cecilia retorted.
"Yes, I'm embarrassed too, because you're my niece! Your attitude is truly a disgrace to the Lockhart family," Vincent said righteously.
Cecilia said,"What I mean is, you speak so self-righteously, as if you've forgotten that your son Andrew became the Director of the General Affairs Department right after graduating from college. Your daughter Isadora became the Manager of the Sales Department's Marketing Office right after graduating. Your youngest daughter Juliana, who joined the company the same day as I did, also took over Isadora's position directly."
Vincent's face turned particularly livid at Cecilia's words.
The more sarcastic he had been to Cecilia, the more awkward he felt now.
Cecilia asked, "Do you think only you have the privilege to place your children in important positions as soon as they join the company, while the chairman's child doesn't deserve the same?"
"You..." Vincent was rendered speechless by Cecilia.
He truly couldn't find any words to refute her.
The atmosphere became extremely awkward.
At first, everyone might have thought Vincent was making a good point and wasn't showing favoritism, considering Cecilia was his niece. After all, to outsiders, Vincent and Theodore were still brothers. But at this moment, Vincent was truly embarrassed.
"Of course, I agree with Mr. Wolf's perspective," Cecilia said, indicating she didn't approve of Vincent's selfish behavior.
At this moment, Charles was also at a loss because of Cecilia's words.
After all, no one had mentioned Andrew, Isadora, and Juliana's entry into the company.
Instead, Cecilia was being made to jump through hoops as soon as she joined!
Cecilia explained, "From the company's standpoint, it's indeed inappropriate to place someone whose abilities are unproven in an important position. The reason I'm still fighting for this position is not that I want to rise quickly or that I'm afraid of being tested. I just don't want to waste time. Time is the most valuable asset for us!"
She added, "So, to alleviate everyone's concerns and not waste my precious time, I hope to negotiate a condition with you all! Here and now, I make my promise in front of everyone! If I don't meet it, not only will I start from the bottom, but I will also never step foot in the Lockhart Group again. But if I do meet it, I ask you to recognize my position as Sales Director!"
Cecilia's words were powerful and resonant.
At that moment, she exuded a commanding presence.
She didn't seem like a 22-year-old fresh graduate at all.
"What promise?" Charles quickly asked.
He was trying to find a way out of the awkward situation.
"In three months, I will lead the Sales Department to complete 80% of the company's sales target for the second half of the year. In six months, I will double the Sales Department's revenue compared to last year!" Cecilia declared firmly.
The room was in an uproar.
No one present dared to make such bold claims.
Where did Cecilia get the confidence to speak so decisively?
"Cecilia, think carefully," Theodore had to remind her.
He probably thought Cecilia was talking nonsense.
According to market economics, the second half of the year is indeed a peak sales season, but that doesn't mean the performance will double.
The Lockhart Group's market share is already impressively high. Matching last year's sales performance would be considered a success, but Cecilia was talking about doubling it in half a year.
He was really worried.
"I've thought it through," Cecilia said confidently.
Theodore held back his words.
After all, in front of so many people, he couldn't say too much. Saying too much would clearly show favoritism toward Cecilia.
Seeing Theodore choose silence, even though he didn't fully understand her impulsiveness, he had no choice but to support her.
She turned to the others and asked, "Is this condition acceptable?"
No one answered.
Cecilia had to ask Charles, who had the strongest opinion initially, "Mr. Wolf, do you think it's acceptable?"
"I have no objections. I'm just afraid you make promises and not follow through," Charles said, clearly thinking Cecilia couldn't achieve it and deliberately making his point.
Cecilia replied, "If I dare to say this in front of all the senior leaders, I will definitely keep my promise."
"Alright," Charles agreed. "I agree."
He thought Cecilia couldn't do it anyway.
Cecilia didn't care what Charles was thinking. After getting a positive response, she turned to Vincent, "Vincent, do you agree?"
Vincent replied, "I share Mr. Wolf's view. As long as you don't go back on your word, I have no objections."
"Then, it's settled that I will be the Sales Director," Cecilia concluded.
No one said another word.
They all seemed to agree.
After all, if Cecilia could achieve that performance, she would be more than qualified to be the director!
"Next, shouldn't we discuss Andrew and Juliana, who directly joined the company?" Cecilia shifted the topic.
This made Vincent's face turn pale!
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