NovelUSAChapter 469 After Citrine left, Monica's expression visibly fell; the easy warmth she'd shown vanished, replaced by her familiar, businesslike composure. It was as if she'd beca completely different person from the one Citrine had drawn out just moments before.
Carlotta glanced over politely. "President Saunders, if you'd like, I can give you a tour of our company." With that, Carlotta moved ahead to lead the way.
Monica followed at a steady, unhurried pace.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtCICI Group's offices sprawled impressively, yet the atmosphere was surprisingly inviting. Friendly signage and encouraging reminders dotted the halls, lending the place a sense of warmth and care.
As they passed the staff recreation lounge, Monica paused, caught off guard. Inside, a group of employees lounged comfortably, chatting and laughing over cups of tea, the scene relaxed and cheerful.
She turned to Carlotta, curiosity piqued. "Aren't they supposed to be working?" Carlotta smiled, a hint of pride in her tone. "It's break tright now. Our Chairwoman believes that since our work is mentally demanding, it's important to balance effort and rest. From three-thirty to four, everyone gets a half-hour to recharge." Monica blinked in surprise. She'd never seen such a considerate approach from an executive before-especially not from her own sister.
"Doesn't that impact productivity?" she asked, genuinely puzzled.
Carlotta seemed to have anticipated the question. "Not at all. Our staff are incredibly efficient and self- disciplined. If anyone ever falls behind, they'll make up the work-even if it means staying late without the break." Monica had spent years at C. Corp, where the prevailing philosophy was that employees needed constant supervision and pressure. The idea of such self-motivation was foreign to her experience; she'd never seen it work in practice.
Noticing Monica's silence, Carlotta chuckled. "I knew you'd be skeptical." "Cwith me." She led Monica to a bulletin board near the entrance.
"I doubt you realize just how much respect our Chairwoman commands around here. Take a look at this-you'll start to understand why everyone is so invested." Monica looked, still unsure.
At first, the notices seemed standard-office hours, clock-in procedures, the usual corporate fare. But then she noticed another page, and her eyes widened as she read.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm1. Employees facing major illness in their families, without medical insurance, may apply for a monthly subsidy from the company.
2. Employees' family members in critical condition are entitled to hospital admission at partnered clinics, with all hospital and surgery costs fully covered.
3. Staff with financial difficulties or family care responsibilities can request additional support, or opt for paid overtto supplement their income.
4. If an employee or their loved one requires hospitalization, or the employee is il themselves, paid medical leave is granted with a doctor's note from an accredited hospital. Each policy was designed with the employees' well-being in mind—addressing every hardship, offering real help.
Even Monica, who prided herself on C. Corp's generous benefits and bigh salaries, was floored Compared to CIC Group, her company's perks suddenly seemed paltry, almost perfunctory. Carlotta spoke softly, her voice full of gratitude. "Meeting our Chairwoman changed everything for us."
"Before I worked here, my life was a mess. Every morning, I dreaded m facing my old boss advances, not to mention the endless overtime. I was so drained, I could barely care formy sick brother." "But once I joined CICI Group, the Chairwoman not only taughtso much, she paidfairly-and even covered all my brother's medical bills." Carlotta's words lingered in the air, a silent testament to the difference true leadership can make.
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