“She Finishes Three Hours of Work in 40 Minutes”... Jang Won-young’s ‘Secret to Leaving Work on Time’ Wins Over Office Workers

[Financial News] Online users are expressing empathy with accounts from industry staff praising IVE member Jang Won-young’s “exceptional work skills and professional attitude.”
On the 3rd, a video titled “Jang Won-young Refused the Camera” spread rapidly across various online communities and social media platforms. During a music-show performance, when the camera director pointed the camera at her, Jang did not panic. Instead, she used hand gestures to accurately guide Rei and Liz, the members responsible for the next part, to their positions. The moment stood out because she prioritized the overall quality of the performance and the staff’s efficiency over seeking an individual close-up.

The video subsequently drew even more attention as industry professionals who said they had worked directly with Jang Won-young at filming sites began sharing their accounts.
A person identified as an on-site staff member, referred to as A, wrote on online communities such as Bobaedream, “It’s so easy to work with Won-young,” adding, “She finishes a three-hour filming schedule in 40 minutes, and before anyone even tells her what to do, she moves to the right spot and strikes a pose.”
B added, “She clearly separates work from personal matters, so you can focus solely on the job, and she communicates her own intentions clearly, making her ideal to work with.” Borrowing workplace slang for quickly completing an assigned quota and leaving early, A praised her, saying, “Won-young is a master of ‘yarikkiri (finishing early and leaving work).’”
B also said, “Even during an outdoor commercial shoot that continued from early morning until late at night, she worked without showing signs of fatigue and never lost her smile. After the schedule ended, she thanked each staff member individually, and everyone at the site became a fan.”

Some in the popular culture industry have noted that this positive account differs from past stories about celebrities that focused mainly on their “kind personalities.” Analysts say the story resonated with office workers in their 20s and 30s because it highlighted qualities highly valued in professional and social life: practical work skills, clear communication, and seamless collaboration with colleagues.
Jang Won-young previously faced controversy over her attitude during an identity check when departing from an airport in June, after a partially edited video circulated. However, a subsequently released full video showed her politely handing her passport to an airport employee with both hands, clearing up the misunderstanding. With vivid accounts from on-site staff now added, the latest story appears to have put an end to what many viewed as an unfounded controversy.
Netizens responded enthusiastically, saying, “Working with a colleague like that would make work enjoyable,” “Her work ethic itself is truly professional, not just her appearance,” and “Doing her own part perfectly while also looking after the other person’s movement path is something worth learning regardless of seniority.”
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