From Ray’s Desk….From Ray’s Desk….From Ray’s Desk….From Ray’s Desk….

As we celebrate our achievements this past year- the one thing I continue to struggle with is that we underperformed on the 5 Step Checkout Process. I believe that top to bottom we need to improve this process if we are going to be successful in 2009. The one measurement that we can take away from the 5 Step Checkout Process that will exemplify the entire process is CMN contributions. Everything is dependant upon how well we collect these donations. We cannot achieve success with CMN contributions without successfully administering all other steps. This is why it is so critical.

Our Goals for CMN donations:

Daily: $500 Weekly: $3,500 Monthly: $15,000 Annual: $180,000

No, I am not crazy- this can be done! All it requires is strong leadership, diligence, and an understanding of the mission. I see our largest obstacle as the continued passiveness of some register operators. We have to find a way to break through this group. I know I can count on you and I look forward to enjoying all the success that meeting our goals will bring.

Ray Korsch Store Manager

SpotSpotSpotSpot----Light AssociateLight AssociateLight AssociateLight Associate Charles is a respected associate that is hard working, dedicated, and takes pride in a job well done. He is a strong believer in Sam Walton’s 3 Basic Rules- and roots his work ethics in Sam’s philosophy.

Originally from Michigan, Chuck first worked for General Motors, then became a manager at Fred Myers, where he worked for over 18 years. He came to Walmart in 1997 as our Produce Manager. Over the years, Charles has won numerous awards for his department- 2 Regional VPI’s, 3 District VPI’s, and over 25 VPI’s at the store level. He can also credit over $5 million in profit for his department over the years. Recently Charles transferred overnights, but still continues to work in the Produce Department.

When not at work, Charles likes to lock himself into his “home office” and play strategic war video games. He also likes to play Chess, and paint miniatures. He’s been married to his wife Jackie for 11 years, has two sons, one daughter, and a grandson.

He would like to one day become and Support Manager, and then take it from there.

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Month to Date: $6,393.34 Year to Date: $6,393.34

As of 01/19/2009

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Profit & Loss Profit & Loss Profit & Loss Profit & Loss

What a great month for 1004! Our total sales were over $12.2 million in December with a profit of a little over $1 million. Our total sales so far for the fiscal year is $102,193,832 with one more month to go. If we keep the shelves full and provide great customer service- we will end the year with the best numbers in the market. All of us know what it’s like to be #1. Thanks for all you do.

Richard M. Assistant Manager

The Squiggly NewsletterThe Squiggly NewsletterThe Squiggly NewsletterThe Squiggly Newsletter Issue No. XXI - January 22, 2009 Walmart Store #1004 - Bradenton, FL Written by : Support Manager Gabor

AssociateAssociateAssociateAssociate----Celebrity Celebrity Celebrity Celebrity

LookLookLookLook----aaaa----LikesLikesLikesLikes

Rapper Ludacris & Gio (Instock 3)

Jeff Goldblum and Assistant Al

Do you or one of your co-workers look like someone famous? Let us know and we’ll be the judge! ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺

Vision Center DealsVision Center DealsVision Center DealsVision Center Deals

Special added value pricing for our associates and dependants. Kids (18 and under) glasses, frames, and lenses packages starting at $39! Also reduced pricing on year supply orders of contact lenses. Both programs are ongoing and are in addition to your 20% Discount already enjoyed in our Vision Center.

Dan C.Dan C.Dan C.Dan C. Vision Center Manager

Smoking AreasSmoking AreasSmoking AreasSmoking Areas

Hello Folks,

Please help me out with an on-going issue. A couple of customers stated to me and other members of management that they loved our store, it is always clean, the associates are friendly, and they enjoy shopping here- but the amount of smokers that congregate around the front doors is getting out of hand. One customer stated that her husband is asthmatic and this caused issues. Others don’t like to walk through a cloud of smoke in order to enter the store.

Not only can it be a health risk for folks being subjected to second hand smoke- but it also looks really unprofessional to have a bunch of associates standing around the entrances. Our store provides a smoking area for all smokers to enjoy out of the sun and away from the doors. Please utilize this as it is intended. Thank you in advance for being considerate of others-

Dave Johnson Store Manager

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Our W2’s have not arrived yet- but we should get them by no later than January 31st. Sorry for the inconvenience.

From the FrontlinesFrom the FrontlinesFrom the FrontlinesFrom the Frontlines As you might already know- we process most checks electronically. The check reader processes the check, and then a slip prints for the customer to sign. An update to this process is coming by the end of this month. With this update- the customer will now be prompted to sign their signature on the key pad instead of the slip of paper. Simpler for everyone. Be sure to watch for this change when you ring up your next transaction.

Al B.Al B.Al B.Al B. Assistant Manager

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…th…th…th…that need to be asked.at need to be asked.at need to be asked.at need to be asked.

� Why is there a light in the fridge

but not in the freezer? � If the professor on Gilligan’s

Island can make a radio out of a coconut, why can’t he fix a hole in a boat?

� Why is a person that handles

money called a broker?

FUN FACT: For a one week period from January 8 to January 15, 2002- New Jersey had 5 different Governors. The shortest term was for John Farmer, who was the acting Governor for only 90 minutes.

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$75,000 by July 1$75,000 by July 1$75,000 by July 1$75,000 by July 1stststst???????????? We need your ideas! Ray hinted that if we manage to raise $75,000 for Children’s Miracle Network by July 1st- he, and maybe some other managers, will do some crazy stunt again! The question is: what will he do? I don’t know what can top the “Mantanas Show”. I want your opinions- what do you want Ray to do if we raise $75,000 for CMN by July 1st? Drop your suggestions off in the Comment Box by the Co-Managers office. We will narrow down the list and have everyone vote on the favorite suggestions at one of our meetings. Let’s have fun, but keep it safe. ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺

DVD’sDVD’sDVD’sDVD’s

I wanted to personally thank everyone that purchased a DVD of the Mantana’s performance from me or Marilyn. You helped us raise over $300! The money we raised from the DVD sales will go to our annual golf tournament benefiting Children’s Miracle Network.

We still about 15 DVD’s left- so if you want one- get yours now before there gone. Once there gone- there gone!

Gabor s. Support Manager

Walmart CultureWalmart CultureWalmart CultureWalmart Culture When I think of Walmart Culture, I think of Don Soderquist. He was known as the “Gatekeeper of Culture”. Don joined Walmart in 1980- he served as our Executive Vice President, Vice Chairman, Chief Operating Officer, and finally our Senior Vice Chairman. From Don Soderguist’s book: “The Wal-Mart Way”: “To build a great company, you must create a culture where everyone shares the same values, purposes, and expectations of success. What is culture? Culture is the personality of an organization. Therefore, culture governs much of how people think, act, interact with others, and do their work. It is extremely powerful in determining the present and continuing success and the future direction of any organization. Culture can literally determine whether a company has a future. Attitude is a huge component of culture, as well as the dynamic for creating and maintaining culture. The attitudes leaders have affect the way they do their jobs and the way they treat their people, and they will ultimately impact the success of their organization. Your people are watching you every day, developing perceptions of themselves, of the organization, and of you as a leader all on the basis of your attitude. By your attitude and actions you can inspire your people to think positively and confidently as they set out to solve problems, knowing they can do it. The following core values have guided Wal-Mart Associates over the years and are woven into the very fabric of our culture.

☺ Integrity ☺ Respect ☺ Teamwork ☺ Communication ☺ Excellence ☺ Accountability ☺ Trust. As Leaders we can never lose sight of the vision or let our values deteriorate as individuals or as a company. We should be grateful to be a part of something special and it is our duty to keep the culture alive and never lose sight of.”

Alex L Assistant Manager

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Walmart StocksWalmart StocksWalmart StocksWalmart Stocks

For the dates: 01/08/09 through 01/20/09

High: $52.12 (01/13/09) Low: $50.56 (01/20/09)

Current: $50.56 (01/20/09)

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The Next SquigglyThe Next SquigglyThe Next SquigglyThe Next Squiggly

Just a “heads up”- I will be on vacation on the week that the next newsletter is due out. Therefore- the next issue of this newsletter will be released a few days late. Sorry- but I need a vacation! ☺

Gabor s. Support Manager

FUN FACTS: Since the United States Senate’s begins in 1789 up until the latest elections in 2008- we had had 1,899 Senators. To date we have had 37 Female Senators, 6 African-American Senators, 5 Asian Senators, 6 Hispanic Senators, and 3 Native-American Senators. 16 former Senators went on to become President- including John F. Kennedy, Lyndon Johnson, and Barack Obama.

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Pound for PoundPound for PoundPound for PoundPound for Pound

ChallengeChallengeChallengeChallenge

Are you tired of being tired? Tired of being called “Big Boned”? Tired of having that spare tire around your middle instead of in your car? I’m sure you’ve noticed all the healthy living and weight management features we have around the store, and all the commercials on TV. Well, there’s a greater purpose to all of this, not only does Walmart want it’s customers to develop a more healthy life style, they also want to help and encourage our associates to develop a more healthier lifestyle as well. In partnering with Walmart’s Personal Sustainability Project- General Mills and NBC’s “The Biggest Loser” have come up with the “Pound for Pound Challenge”. For every pound you lose, Pound For Pound will donate 10¢ to Feeding America™ - enough to provide one pound of groceries to a local food bank.

Join me in making myself healthier, and yourself too! What do you have to lose, besides a few pounds? I will share my progress and probably some set backs over the next few months. My goal is to lose 50 lbs. I feel this is a great time to do this, not only for myself, but because I will also be helping others when I lose.

Sign up at:

www.walmartbenefits.com Click on the “Pound for Pound Challenge” icon. Pledge the amount of weight you plan to lose between now and April. Once there, you will find tools to help you achieve your goals including healthy recipes, tips from NBC’s “The Biggest Loser”, and more. Hope to be seeing less of you!

Ginger v. Assistant Manager

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AnnAnnAnnAnniversariesiversariesiversariesiversaries 01/12/2009 - 01/23/2009

☺ 17 Years - Marianne W. ☺ 10 Years - Leon T. ☺ 9 Years - Fay B. ☺ 9 Years - Henry H. ☺ 8 Years - Thanh-Quyen V. ☺ 2 Years - Juana C. ☺ 2 Years - William F. ☺ 2 Years - Ademid A. ☺ 2 Years - Kenneth H. ☺ 2 Years - Sharon R. ☺ 2 Years - Velko S. ☺ 2 Years - Ana Z. ☺ 1 Year - Jose R. ☺ 1 Year - Catherine R. ☺ 1 Year - Lilian G. ☺ 1 Year - Shawn G. ☺ 1 Year - Stephanie S.

Martin Luther King, Jr.Martin Luther King, Jr.Martin Luther King, Jr.Martin Luther King, Jr.

Our nation has made great changes over the past forty years. I wasn’t alive during the Civil Rights movements of the 1950’s and 1960’s- but in my opinion, Dr. King is one of the greatest Americans our country has ever had. His fight wasn’t only a “black and white” issue- it was a fight to unite all people. He risked everything- the safety of his family, his freedom, and ultimately his life so that all Americans could live together no matter what the color of your skin was, what your Religious beliefs were, your nationality, your sexuality, or what your personal background was.

What would Dr. King think of our country’s progress today? We are now a nation of one, and almost 45 years after his famous “I Have a Dream” speech, our country has elected our first African-American President.

I think Dr. King would be happy and smile.

Please take a few moments to remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. I know I will.

Contrary to Popular Belief: Collecting pull tabs from soda cans does not benefit the National Kidney Foundation. This is an urban legend that has bugged them for years. The NKF states that they never had such a program- and don’t redeem pull tabs for any services they provide. Don’t believe me? Call them up and ask. It takes about 100 tabs to equal 3¢ worth of aluminum.

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Associate Shrink SurveyAssociate Shrink SurveyAssociate Shrink SurveyAssociate Shrink Survey 1) How long have you been with Walmart? ____________ 2) Do you own stock with Walmart? ( ) Yes ( ) No 3) In your own words, what is shrink? _____________________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________________ 4) Do you know your department’s shrink figures for this year? ( ) Yes ( ) No Shrink: $______ Shrink % _____ 5) Do you know your department’s shrink figures from last year? ( ) Yes ( ) No Shrink: $______ Shrink % _____ 6) Do you feel you were properly trained to perform you job? ( ) Yes ( ) No 7) What, in your opinion, were the top three reasons for the Shrink? 1)_____________________ 2)_____________________ 3)_____________________ 8) In what ways do you feel we could improve your department? (Use back of sheet if needed)

_____________________________________________________________________________________________ 9) Is shrinkage a regular topic in your store meeting? ( ) Yes ( ) No 10) Do you know anyone that is stealing from Walmart? ( ) Yes ( ) No 11) Does your store have a security associate? ( ) Yes ( ) No 12) Rate the following on a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being the best)

___ Store Management ___ Training ___ Open Door Policy ___ Company Policies followed ___ Controls

Please fill out this survey and return it to the Suggestion Box by the Co-Manager’s office. Thank you for your time

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