“The strategy is to create units in rural areas. As the entity has diversified over the years, I believe it is time to move out of the city. Demand is present as observed. We are increasingly receiving requests from our consumer base.” I stand in front of the team that’s to approve the proposal we have been working on for a while. For some reason, my palms are sweating. To be honest I am well vast with everything and ready to take up any questions thrown at me but nature can be a sucker.

“Do you have assurance? It might be a consumer hype. I mean we have seen entities do the same and fail miserably after the locals realize the product is too modern and advanced for their liking.” the head quarter manager poses his inquiry with stabbing scrutiny.

“The consumers have limited engagements in the transactions made. Their role is to make requests. We just need the contact of the sender and receiver to get the work done. That’s how we are planning to simplify business. ” I respond with poise.

“Secondly, Who will provide our services at the required standard? These graduates seem to view rural areas as caves plus we don’t want to incur unnecessary training expenses.” Another question is being thrown at me.

“Well, the job hunt is sky high and you can be sure the right people will run those units. Human resource won’t be a problem.” I responded politely.

“We will get back to you” My supervisor states firmly.

“ Thank you for your time, gentlemen.” I pose my end remark, arrange my stuff and head back to my seat, experiencing a sense of relief: at least one barricade is out of the way

If all goes well, it will be the start of a new venture that will be good for the brand and my bank account. Shortly after the meeting ends.

©Joeln