With Geely Automobile's listing in Hong Kong, Geely Group's chairman, Li Shufu, has once again drawn the world's attention. However, few people know about his rags-to-riches story and legendary experiences: he started with just 120 yuan as a "wild photographer," made his first fortune in the refrigerator industry, suffered major setbacks during Hainan's real estate boom, but eventually ranked 25th on the list of mainland China's richest individuals. Li Shufu's ups and downs highlight two prominent qualities: being shrewd in seizing opportunities and daring to be the first; persisting in what he believes in and showing no fear of failure!
Starting from humble beginnings as a "wild photographer," he eventually became the factory manager of a refrigerator plant.
"I grew up in a poor and backward village in Taizhou, Zhejiang," said Li Shufu. "First, I'm not afraid of hardship, second, I'm not afraid of poverty, and third, of course, I prefer to get rich!" He is bold, adventurous, and willing to take risks.