Cheat day

Large corporation

“Thank you for your hard work.”

After finishing the broadcast and stepping outside, I was surprised when the aged kimchi greeted me.

Since I told them to leave before the broadcast started, I didn’t expect them to still be here.

“Weren’t you off work?”

“I had a few things to take care of.” I have organized all the proposals for advertisements, collaborations, and appearances and sent them via email.

“Ah. Thank you.

“I wasn’t sure what tasks you prefer, so I went ahead and organized everything first.” If you check it, we will reflect it and make selections accordingly next time.

“Yes.”

“Then, I’ll see you tomorrow.”

Mugunji bowed his head and packed his bag.

It’s strict, but still reliable.

Since we don’t understand how each other works, I tried to take it slow and get to know each other without acting hastily.

It seems like they had the same thoughts as an old map.

In fact, when I worked as a freelance editor, I took on as much work as I could, but now I don’t have the time for that.

If there is a possibility of a problem arising, it should be blocked in advance, and among the things that do not have such issues, a better option should be chosen.

Since the criteria for judgment are still ambiguous, we will gradually establish them.

“Time.”

It’s 8:30.

Hastily packed my things and headed to the gym.

I opened the file that Mukji sent on the subway, and as expected from someone who does this kind of work, it is neatly organized.

Items deemed important are set in bold font and colored red for easier reading.

As expected, sponsorship inquiries are the most common.

It’s a request to provide the product in exchange for a review, rather than entering into a formal contract and doing an advertisement.

From the company’s perspective, they don’t have to spend additional advertising costs, and from the YouTuber’s perspective, they get content material while being able to freely evaluate it, making it a mutually beneficial choice.

In fact, the reason we haven’t been able to proceed with the numerous advertising inquiries we’ve received so far is due to evaluations.

Most companies that inquire about advertising want the exact message they have in mind.

As long as I was broadcasting with my face and name on the line, I couldn’t sell my credibility for a few bucks.

If something were to go wrong with the product, I’d be in big trouble.

In that case, it would be better to receive the product as a sponsorship and review it freely.

“Pawned rice cooker?”

One of the items marked as important caught my eye.

A company has proposed a sponsorship, claiming it’s a rice cooker that suppresses blood sugar spikes.

Was there ever anything like this?

I had been thinking that since I’ve only been eating brown rice, it would be nice to eat white rice without any worries.

If it’s really a good product, I want to try it.

In the remarks section, there are links to two articles related to the mortgaged rice cooker.

“……Hmm.”

Looking at the article, it seems that the principle is to reduce carbohydrates by allowing starch to escape when cooking rice.

However, it is noted that the same amount can be effective, and there is a concern that one might eat more because they do not feel full.

It is said that there were quite a few defective products that falsified clinical trial results, causing controversy.

“It means there are products that are effective but below standard.”

I doubt whether I can trust the company that contacted me.

According to them, they have improved the shortcomings of the previous low-sugar rice cookers, which made the rice mushy or had complicated processes, so it is worth checking out.

“I guess I’ll have to try it out and decide.”

If the company’s claims are true, it seems like it would be a necessary product for people like me with diabetes or those who are on a diet, so it might be worth documenting in a video.

Even if the experiment results are bad, it will still make for a decent review video.

The next day.

I came to work early in the morning and have been editing yesterday’s broadcast, and before I knew it, it was already time for lunch.

“What should I eat?”

I felt it the day before yesterday and today, but there are no restaurants around here where diabetes patients can eat without worry.

I wonder if I should start packing a lunch from tomorrow.

Knock-knock-

There was a knock.

“Yes.”

When I answered, Muk-ji came in holding the list he had checked yesterday.

“Have you read it?”

“Yes. I have a rough understanding of how the CEO approaches advertising.

“Even if the immediate profit might be less, it’s a job that relies on image, so I’m planning to proceed carefully.”

“I think the same.”

As expected, this person looks ahead.

Some people might not understand the day when they refuse incoming ads.

You might click your tongue at taking the long way instead of the easy one, but I think this is the most certain and fastest way.

Trust must be the foundation for me to be able to laugh and enjoy whatever actions I take.

On the contrary, if you lose credibility through dishonest actions, it doesn’t matter what you say or do.

Jobs that deal with the public are all like that.

“Ah, yes.”

I went into my room and showed the business card design I made yesterday.

I made two designs: the simple and clear design 1 and the banchan container-shaped design 2, and I like both of them.

Number 1 is neat and easy to take out anywhere, and number 2 gives a good image of a side dish store.

“Which one looks better?”

“Personally, I prefer option 1, but it would be better to go with option 2.”

“Why?”

It well represents the image of a side dish store. It’s unique, so it’s easy to remember.

“Then let’s go with option 2.” Now we need to decide on Ms. Eunji’s position. What do you think would be good?

There was no answer, so I turned my head, and the aged kimchi was staring at me intently.

It’s a bit scary.

“The authority to make personnel decisions lies with the CEO.”

“It’s a company with just the two of us.” What is it?”

“Even if it’s just the two of us, a company is still a company.”

It doesn’t seem like they’ll just let it slide.

“Then let’s go with PD.” Right now, Eunji is in charge of all the content planning.

Again, there’s no response.

Shrugging my shoulders, I narrowed my brows and opened my mouth.

“I supported content planning, but I have no experience in creating it entirely.” It’s a position beyond my abilities.

“From now on, we can make them one by one.” No one is good at something from the start.

Mukbang’s lips twitched.

It seemed like he was about to say something but then changed his mind. Since he doesn’t seem like the type to hold back what he needs to say, I didn’t push him.

“Right now it’s just the two of us, but later we’ll have team members too.” I also form a great team with those people. When you go there, please act as a real PD, not just in name.

I checked the time, and it’s 3 PM.

We need to hurry because we have to stop by the print shop before going to the Eugenie Studio.

“Then I’ll go to Woojin’s place.” It seems like it will be delayed, so please leave work early.

“I understand.”

Please provide the text you would like to have translated.

After finishing the joint session with Baek Woo-jin, I took the subway.

As it approached 9 PM, I thought about just going home, but I also wanted to review the ad proposal I couldn’t check yesterday and roughly edit today’s broadcast, so I headed to the office.

“Uh?”

The office lights are on.

I walked in, half-hoping it wasn’t true, but sure enough, the old kimchi was sitting there.

The sight of my hair being all messed up feels strange.

He looked at me, stood up, and bowed his head.

“Hey, aren’t you off work yet?”

I was organizing a few ideas. I don’t know if you will like it.

The aged kimchi made way.

There were materials on the monitor that could be used as broadcast content.

There are ideas like “testing whether low-sugar foods sold in stores really work” or “comparing my workout abilities by cross-editing my workout video from three months ago with a current one.”

There are materials that seem okay to me and some that seem somewhat clichéd, but it’s amazing that so many ideas were generated in such a short time.

I can really imagine you tearing your hair out.

It’s not just that I’ve written down the concept; I’ve also organized what is needed to visualize this idea, what results to expect, and what points to be cautious about.

I saw the old woman tidying her disheveled hair and said.

“Ms. Eunji.”

“Yes. Please let me know whenever there are any shortcomings.

“I’m planning to.” Keep it in mind.

It’s awkward to try doing something I’ve never done in my entire life.

Still, I tried to speak as seriously as possible.

“From now on, overtime work is prohibited.”

“I don’t understand what it means.”

“We don’t have any money to pay for overtime.”

“Don’t worry about that.” It’s the early stages of the business, so I understand.

“No.” It’s not something you should think that way about.

The aged kimchi just blinks.

He still looks like he doesn’t understand.

“If you work like this, you’ll collapse.” “If our only employee falls ill, who will protect our company?”

“I will make sure that doesn’t happen.”

I shook my head.

“If you push yourself like this, it can’t be helped.”

“……Understood.” I will ensure it is handled within working hours. However, it takes time to get there.

“Even if it takes a long time, just do it within work hours.” I don’t intend to say anything to Eunji.

Mukkunji’s eyebrows twitched slightly.

“Really.” I asked you to join from the beginning because I thought you would do well with this project. Whoever comes, we need to adjust to each other, so we need some time to adapt. Moreover, it’s something I never did before.

“…….”

“Don’t feel so burdened.” I really promise. I don’t say anything.

If it were someone else, I wouldn’t have brought this up out of a glimmer of hope.

However, the person I saw is restless because they can’t do more work on their own.

He has a style that makes him look pitifully hard on himself from the outside.

“Eunji, you’re doing so well right now too.”

“For the time being, please organize everything like you did yesterday.”

“I understand.”

“And I’m going to make business cards, do you want to take a look at the design?”

“That’s not true.” “I couldn’t come up with any ideas, so I borrowed a few from the existing broadcasts.”

I know.

I’ve been around here for several years, and before that, I enjoyed watching all kinds of broadcasts as a viewer.

I know very well that the idea of mukbang is not original.

However, my eye for analyzing what is lacking in the existing format, what can be improved, and what advantages arise when I digest it is quite accurate.

As the experience of deeply analyzing something accumulates, the ability to create content also strengthens.

“At first, everyone starts like this.” “You’re not a genius, so how could something that never existed suddenly appear?”

“…….”

“Since Eunji has an analytical eye, it’s important to gain experience.” So, I’m telling you that you’re doing well.

“Is that so?”

“Yes. Really. “You don’t have to overexert yourself; you’re doing really well as you are.”

I took out the business card I had picked up on the way back.

“That.”

“It’s a business card.” When I said I started a company, they made it right away for me.

I took out a page.

On a background shaped like a side dish container, it clearly says “Mukeunji PD.”

“This might be a bit of an aside.”

The aged kimchi looked up at me with a puzzled expression.

I had pasta a little while ago. Two bowls, please.

“Is that so?”

“Before that, I ate a whole bag of bread.”

“Is it a brag?”

For a moment, I was at a loss for words.

“No.” It was good, but in the end, it was bad, right? Because my blood sugar has gone up.

“I see.”

“Anyway, it’s hard to control my appetite, so sometimes I end up bingeing like that.” After that, I felt quite a lot of guilt.

“…….”

The next day, when I weighed myself, it was the same. I wonder why I blamed myself so much.

He has an expression that shows he completely doesn’t understand what I’m trying to say.

“A single mistake doesn’t ruin everything we’ve worked hard for until now.” It’s okay to make mistakes. It’s okay to fail. You can start over. I had that thought.

“…….”

“So it’s okay for both me and Eunji to make mistakes.” “Don’t give up and keep working hard to create a large company as impressive as a carrot.”

It seemed like a pretty cool thing to say, but it looks like it didn’t make any impact at all.

The aged kimchi just blinked and then lowered its head.

“Thank you for the business card.”