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"I Don't worry about the future and I don't dwell on the past, I put all my energy into making everyday the best it can be" - Marc Lore

Join us this week as the President & CEO of Walmart's E-commerce business talks about how failing frequently (if done with the right mindset) can actually make us more successful than if all we did was win without turbulence.

Marc and I discuss everything from his start with the company and how Doug McMillon shared his vision for the future of retail, to what it truly takes to be noticed/recognized in your current job role.

We are just three episodes out from our 50th episode! In this episode Gled sits down with Front End Coach and Social Champ Dru Fowler, from Store 5190. They talk about how Local Social has impacted their careers, how it's driving engagement online, and impacting the bottom line in a positive way. Listen and be sure to subscribe!

In this episode we take back at the journey of Local Social and the Social Champ Movement with Zach and Jay.

"Anytime I showed up for work it was, "How can I help? What can I do?" Jay Ocean

This week we are taking a behind the scenes look at one of the founders of Leaders of Walmart- Jay Ocean. As a social champ, Jay took his passion for helping people and mixed it with his talent on social media and took action to help his fellow Associates.

In this episode Brittany talks with Alexis Smith, Social Champ and Ops Manager, from Store 2887. They talk about how Alexis is winning over her customers and associates, with the power of their stores Local Social page. They break down some great tips and tricks on how you can plus up your social game! 

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The history of Walmart and the qualities of Mr. Sam can serve to teach us, right here in the present. Through the embracing of change and pioneering new ways to serve our customers, we are building ourselves a better future. For Regional Vice President David Carmon, he all about leveraging these qualities Mr. Sam taught all of us.

Listen as David talks with Terrence about his 30+ year career and what he's learned along the way. From starting out as a sales associate, to leading over 100 stores in Region 42, David certainly has plenty of knowledge to share.

As we approach our 50th episode we talk to a social champ who's helped pave the way for associates on social. Surge talks with Store Manager and Social Champ, Kristen Falhaber from Store 4609. They talk about ways associates can use social to drive their business and engage the community, making it a part of their daily routine, and more. Be sure to follow Kristen's local social page @Walmart4609 on Facebook.

"The fastest way to get from A to Z is not always linear...think about how you can get as many skills as you can as you climb up the ladder. The ones who have the highest probability of getting to the top are the ones who have had the most experience." Janey Whiteside

This week our Chief Customer Officer, Janey Whiteside, takes a few minutes to talk about her career path, why she believes in Walmart, and to share her advice for other leaders.