Literal translation means to set high (lofty) aspirations, take a happy-go-lucky attitude towards fate, and live a simple life without luxury. We should be far-sighted, be a low-key person, leave room for things, take a happy-go-lucky attitude towards fate, don't make friends indiscriminately, and don't find fault. We don't expect too much in material life, live a simple life, and don't be extravagant. When we look at problems, we should have a high angle, be tolerant and not be harsh on others.

This couplet is a poem written by Zuo Zongtang, a Confucian general in the Qing Dynasty, in Meiyuan, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province. It is hung in the office of Li Ka-shing, a Hong Kong tycoon.

Extended information:

1. Make the first wish: We should have ambitious ideals and the courage to do great things, and we should not always blame others and feel sorry for ourselves.

2. Make a moderate marriage: we don't have to cling to the powerful, but also listen to the sufferings and make a good marriage.

3. Enjoy the next class of blessings: a cup of tea and a bowl of light rice is enough for our children and grandchildren to gather in life.

4. Choose a high place to stand: we must stand at the highest place and stay away from obstacles, so that we can have a vision and a sense of direction. To see the essence of things clearly.

5. Find a flat place to live: don't live in a place with steep slopes, and don't settle down in an unpredictable environment. Only by living in a stable land can you enjoy peace. Being on the safe side refers more to the social system. Li Ka-shing just sees Hong Kong now, and the governing environment is unpredictable. This place is not suitable for living. Let's divest and stay away for a while. ?

6. Travel widely: You should have a big picture and be flexible. No matter what you do or be a man, you can't say everything, and you can't do everything. Even if you encounter difficulties, you can advance and retreat, and you can give yourself a variety of choices. You can't get into a dead end.

In the most difficult time, it is also the time when we can see our character best. Li Ka-shing, the richest man in the world, joined the business world at the age of 14, started his business at the age of 22, and became a multi-millionaire at the age of 3. He spent decades creating wealth myths for generations or even dozens of generations, realizing the dreams of countless people and achieving his sacred position in the hearts of Chinese people. Strong strength and huge business empire make him win people's respect, and even win the reputation of "Superman" in the business world.

Many people envy his position and wealth. In fact, what they should envy most is his character. The following story tells us that making products means being a character, and brands will always be our greatest wealth in life.

one morning? Someone came to the "Changjiang Factory" in Shau Kei Wan to look for Li Ka-shing. He wore shabby tooling and Li Ka-shing, who was debugging a new machine with the workers in the workshop, received the visitor. This dress surprised the other party. However, Li Ka-shing smiled calmly and said, "Oh, it turned out that my old friend came!" Like when he was a salesman, Li Jiajian treated all the visiting guests with courtesy.

He invited the visitors into his temporary office, warmly received them, and then chatted with the visitors. When the guest saw the new product on the table, he said excitedly, "Sir, I just came to discuss the purchase with you. Just now, I went to Wanhe Plastic Company where you used to work, only to know that you are now the factory director yourself, so much the better. From now on, we will simply stop buying from Wanhe Company, and it is convenient and reliable to find you Mr. Li, because friends are still old! "

Li Ka-shing's heart suddenly became heavy. He remembered the oath he had made to Wang Dongshan before leaving Wanhe Plastic Company: "I will never rob the customers of Huang Company, and my products must be sold by redeveloping new sales.

although the factory is in a difficult situation at present, we really need a customer to help us tide over the difficulties. However, Li Ka-shing was well rescued from childhood, which made him decide that he should not destroy his own principles of being a man because of petty profits.

So he politely declined his old friend who came to place an order, and explained, "The Yangtze River Factory we are looking for has just been put into trial production, and the product quality can certainly not be compared with Wanhe Company, which has many years of production experience. Therefore, I can't sell my goods to you today. Please forgive my old friend."

At that time, although Li Ka-shing lost his easy-to-get benefits, he kept his character as a man. Just like a man in business, he put integrity first. Later, a good brand spread, and everyone was willing to cooperate with him. On the contrary, the enterprise grew bigger and bigger, and eventually became the richest man in the Chinese world. I hope all business people will keep their bottom line and stick to their own character. Good reputation and brand will always be the most precious wealth for running a business.

Reference: Encyclopedia Zuo Zongtang.