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Mei Yiqi from Tsinghua University once said, the greatness of a university doesn’t come from its large buildings, but from its great scholars.

At Ludao University, in the academic lecture hall, a grand event where capital meets academia is taking place.

The part-time host, a junior from Ludao University, is dressed in a blue gown, her voice enthusiastic and impassioned.

“The successful hosting of the first Short Video Development and Creation Forum would not have been possible without the support of the New Millennium Media Research Institute of Ludao University.

Meanwhile, as a council member of the forum, our Ludao University has also displayed the spirit of ‘striving for Continuous Improvement and Perfection’.

Next, please join me in welcoming Mr.

Cheng Daqi, Director of the New Millennium Media Research Institute, Visiting Professor at UCLA School of Communication, Chairman of the West Coast Breakthrough Media Research Institute, and Chairman of Media at Shanhaiguan, onto the stage with warm applause!”

Today, Cheng Daqi is wearing a black-striped suit and has even put on glasses, striving to look more professional.

Rising from the first row, Cheng Daqi steps up to the stage briskly, and after receiving a cue from the staff through his earpiece, he bows slightly to greet the participants below the stage and smiles as he begins his speech.

“Good evening, everyone, welcome.

Many friends are here today, and many more are watching the live broadcast.

Thank you once again.

In fact, I don’t feel very qualified to share anything with you all.

The development of short videos represents the greatest opportunity of our era, and I have simply taken a few steps in this opportunity-filled industry.

As an industry that is constantly evolving and changing, short video is fiercely competitive.

Reflecting on the journey so far, my greatest feeling is one of gratitude—grateful that I tried hard enough, grateful for the trust my partners have placed in me, I am very grateful.

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Finally, I want to say, the universe is yet to be settled, and we are all dark horses.

When you stand before the river of time, please bravely follow your heart.

As long as your choices are made by following your independent will, you will never regret them!”

Applause arises, and Cheng Daqi once again starts speaking with a smile to express his gratitude.

The voice of a successful person always garners more respect.

Whether Cheng Daqi is successful is no longer a question; now, people discuss how much substance there is in his success.

“President Cheng, the next segment is the Q&A session.

Our questions today have not been prepared in advance; are you confident enough to accept this little challenge?”

The beautiful host teases, presenting a small challenge to Cheng Daqi.

President Cheng lifts his left arm, pointing at the audience below, and responds composedly.

“Let the challenges be greater.

The goal of the Short Video Development and Creation Forum is to seek opportunities, which require collective wisdom.

To verify if opportunities are genuine, we must face doubts.

I am pleased to accept everyone’s challenges and am also looking forward to finding likeminded students from Ludao University to join Shanhaiguan, making our story even more exciting.”

This is the perspective of a leader.

Difficult?

Non-existent!

“Thank you, President Cheng.

Shanhaiguan is now the top MCN in the country.

On behalf of the students of Ludao University, we thank you for your interest.

Now, any student who wishes to ask President Cheng a question, please raise your hand.”

Says the host.

Cheng Daqi adds with a teasing tone and a smile.

“Let’s be clear.

There’s no prearrangement for today’s Q&A session.

We are all young people, and I prefer to see this interaction as a friendly exchange.”

The beautiful host is laughing heartily.

She scans the room and says,

“Haha, President Cheng is so humorous.

Okay, the male student in the gray T-shirt in the third row.”

“President Cheng, in the past few years, internet celebrities were called online Jokers.

Now, with the rise of short videos, it seems that being an internet celebrity has become quite lucrative.

Your Shanhaiguan has found both opportunities and trends, and you said it was luck.

But have you ever thought about what will happen when that trend passes one day, and when Shanhaiguan or the unprofitable internet celebrities have to fend for themselves?”

The young and bold student from Ludao University does not mince words, asking a very daring question.

Cheng Daqi calls himself lucky, which is a standard form of modesty for the successful.

In the heart of this student, President Cheng, and even Shanhaiguan and those internet celebrities, all made their money from luck.

The host looks somewhat embarrassedly at Cheng Daqi; the Q&A session today wasn’t pre-arranged, and the first question is quite impolite.

Rash fellow, do you think you’re smart?

No sense of the bigger picture!

President Cheng, however, seems quite adept at this pace.

To lecture a foolish yet clear-headed college student is all too simple.

“First of all, your opening statement is wrong—internet celebrities were making money even before short videos existed, it’s just that the monetization model back then was simpler and not many could find the right path.

You mentioned the possibility that one day the trend will pass.

I do not deny this, but pessimists are always right, optimists possess the world.

Being too immersed in grand narratives and fearing the future can hinder your steps into practice.

Currently, short video is still in the Blue Sea Era, with increasing active users on TikTok and Kwai, this opportunity is still worth a try.

Lastly, if short videos become unviable in the future, my company and my employees might wonder where to go…

That’s a good question.

My answer is, though the state be old, its vitality is renewed.

Only those enterprises that persist in innovation and continuous self-renewal can survive in fierce competition.”