Kathryn McLay’s Post

As I look back over the last six months with ALDI SOUTH, a few key themes stand out. Joining this vibrant community has been a rejuvenating experience, and I am eager to share the highlights with you. 🌱 Growth & Learning: From day one, I've been surrounded by opportunities to expand my horizons and learn. Each day presented a new challenge, and with the guidance of my incredible colleagues, I have tackled them head-on. This environment thrives on innovation and evolution, truly embodying the spirit of #ReprogramRetail 💡 Culture & Values: Two events encapsulate the essence of our company culture - the Summer Party and the Summer Summit. Both events were not just celebrations but moments of unity, creativity, and shared vision. It's in these moments that our values come to life, reminding us that we're not just employees but a family passionate about reshaping the retail landscape. 🏆 Milestones & Achievements: Our journey has been marked by milestones that reflect our collective drive and determination. Each success, no matter how small, is a testament to our unwavering commitment and the strength of our team. As I reflect on the past six months, I'm filled with gratitude, excitement, and anticipation. We have recent openings that might be your gateway to this exhilarating journey. If you're passionate, innovative, and ready to make a mark in the retail landscape, we want you on board: https://lnkd.in/eNds5XVE

Get ready for a whirlwind adventure - Walmart Associates / Shareholder Week in NWA! A time when success and struggle stories from the retail front lines echo through every corridor. It's not just a grand gala for Walmart associates, but a chance for local professionals and the community to reflect on the driving force that fuels our locality. Walmart isn't just a company; it's the heartbeat of our community. With NWA recently weathering tornadoes and severe storms, and the influx of visitors this week, expect a hustle and bustle at every turn. But in the midst of the chaos, let's take a moment to appreciate the resilience. Let's acknowledge the power of Walmart, a company that stands tall in our part of the world. As you navigate through the busy streets this week, I challenge you to not just rush by, but to pause, observe, and appreciate the remarkable influence of Walmart in our lives. Walmart Associates / Shareholder Week – it's more than just a corporate event, it's a testament to our community's tenacity and spirit.

This is my Walmart story, marking my 2.5-year milestone. I joined Walmart as a part-time associate in 2017, shortly after immigrating to Canada. Hailing from a small town with limited job opportunities, getting a position at Walmart was a stroke of luck amidst uncertainty. My journey has been one of profound growth and transformation. Over the years, amidst life's ups and downs, in 2021, I found myself drawn back to Walmart, where I embarked on a career journey filled with diverse experiences and invaluable lessons. From the front end to Omni, fresh to general merchandise, fashion to core grocery, I've traversed nearly every department, gaining a comprehensive understanding of Walmart's retail environment. Beyond the confines of a typical store, I've embraced unique challenges such as driving the forklift to move freights or empty containers—a task that both fascinated and enriched my skill set. Grateful for the opportunity presented to me the day I applied to Walmart, I've encountered many great people and learned from them (both knowledge and mindset), fostering a sense of belonging within the Walmart community. As I continue along this path, I remain committed to learning and growing, both personally and professionally. Each day brings new opportunities for development, and I eagerly embrace them with gratitude and determination. Last March, I was humbly nominated for “Shining Star of the Month”—just a small achievement that I've gained. But I consider this experience one of the greatest milestones in my career journey because it signifies that my dedication is heard and seen. As someone once said, “JOBs can be TAUGHT. SKILLS can be TAUGHT. EXPERIENCE comes from OPPORTUNITY. Start giving people an OPPORTUNITY to learn the SKILLS to gain EXPERIENCE to do the JOB." Walmart Canada Walmart #walmartcanada #walmart #thisisthatplace #selfdevelopment #selfgrowth #personalgrowth #careergrowth #oppotunity #teachandlearn #mindset

Relationships are powerful. Our one-to-one connections with each other are the foundation for change. And building relationships with people from different cultures, often many different cultures, is key in building diverse communities that are powerful enough to achieve significant goals. Whether you want to make sure your children get a good education, bring quality health care into your communities, or promote economic development, there is a good chance you will need to work with people from several different racial, language, ethnic, or economic groups. And in order to work with people from different cultural groups effectively, you will need to build sturdy and caring relationships based on trust, understanding, and shared goals. Regardless of your racial, ethnic, religious, or socioeconomic group, you will probably need to establish relationships with people whose group you may know very little about. In our World today there are an estimated 474.7 million native Spanish speakers and about 100 million second and foreign language speakers around the world as of 2022, totaling 574 million Hispanophones in total. This makes Spanish the second most natively spoken language and fourth most spoken language overall globally.

Discover the Secret Behind Our Success at Asda! We've expanded our reach to the United States, specifically New York, and it's been a fantastic journey. Exciting moves are in store, including a major announcement related to the UFC. Stay tuned for more details! #AsdaExpansion #SuccessStory #GrowthStrategy #NewYorkExpansion #UFCAnnouncement #ExcitingNews #InternationalExpansion #RetailSuccess #AsdaInUSA #BusinessExpansion

It seems like there’s a flurry of promotions happening lately, with McDonald's Monopoly promo in full swing, Prime Big Deals Day today, and Walmart Canada’s Holiday Kickoff just around the corner. Are you planning to get in on the action? If not, you might be missing out on a significant ROI opportunity. Here’s why: ☑ PROMOTIONS CREATE INTEREST -> 66% of North Americans ‘search out more information about a product due to promotion' ☑ PROMOTIONS DRIVE ACTION -> 70% of North Americans have ‘entered a contest for the chance to win something' ☑ PROMOTIONS DRIVE WORD OF MOUTH -> 59% of North Americans ‘talk to friends/family about promotions being offered' The more effectively you can generate interest, drive action, and encourage word-of-mouth, through your promotion, the greater your ROI potential will be. #promotions #drive #roi #contest

Starbucks utter failure in Australia was that they opened too many locations at once... in the PERFECT locations. 3 step plan for global brand domination? (thank you Starbucks) 1) have data + software to pick perfect locations 2) Delay your grand opening 1 to 3 times per location for weather reasons, make it random so it's not noticeably planned. 3)Let that anticipation build, run frappe ads the entire time, slo-mos on the whipcream & water splashes from the ice cubes landing. (brixy + some fugazzi-ing) https://lnkd.in/e3HD4JpT

Last week, Walmart and Sam’s Club associates from all over the world gathered here in Bentonville, AR for Associate’s Week. The spirit and energy that this annual event breathes into our collective hearts as Walmart and Sam’s Club associates cannot be overstated. It is invigorating to have so many people here in our relatively small city at the heart of Walmart, USA. It’s a richly diverse gathering, not just in terms of cultures and countries represented, but also in diversity of career journeys, life experience, educational backgrounds, and so much more. This was the first year I was able to attend the Associate Celebration that wraps up the week. I saw incredible entertainment (Lizzo, anyone??). I also heard from Paris Hilton and Robert Downy, Jr. about their products available at Walmart. I enjoyed the lighthearted antics of host Peyton Manning, hearing leaders from different parts of the company talk about our future, and seeing the unique things happening at various stores around the world. What was most impactful to me though, was the message from CEO Doug McMillon as he recognized three amazing associates for their dedication and the difference they make every day. He spoke about the impact of consistent effort towards achieving goals, the importance of celebrating wins and success, and the inspiration to be found in moving targets. I really needed that message. I’m personally coming out of the most difficult year of my professional life to date. That idea of “moving targets”, for whatever reason, really clicked and resonated with me. We have been experiencing a lot of change recently in Walmart Global Tech, some of it unprecedented for many of us. It’s been a challenge to stay optimistic and seek out success in times of uncertainty. It’s so easy to lose sight of positivity when things are happening around us that we can’t control. But there are always things we can control, even in the midst of the unknown. Through that lens, moving targets are a really positive thing - an opportunity for a different way of working, a chance to discover a spark of creativity, a moment to foster new ideas. Change can stifle us with fear, or motivate us towards evolution. The rest of this year, I will be working on the latter. Here’s to an incredible remainder of FY25 at Walmart. I look forward to what the future holds! #WMT2024

Our CEO and founder Christopher Kelly has just shared an inspiring video on his journey and the birth of Phoenix 2 Retail. In this video, he dives into the challenges, triumphs, and key moments that have shaped our company into what it is today. This is a must-watch for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, innovation, and the real stories behind a successful startup. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur, a seasoned business leader, or just curious about the paths to success in the retail industry, there's valuable insight for everyone. What part of his story resonates with you the most? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below! #Phoenix2Retail #Entrepreneurship #BusinessSuccess #Startup #Innovation #Leadership #RetailIndustry #retail

It's all about keeping customers loyal to the brand. 🪨 Imagine dropping a pebble into a pool. The ripples start from the center and spread outward. ✔️ Walmart is a fantastic example of a company that's making a smart investment by paying 100% of their employees' university tuition. When I first heard about it, I was wowed 😲 Here's why it is great: 1️⃣ It makes employees more loyal and engaged, which leads to better teamwork and higher productivity. Think "ripple effect" 😉 As they grow together, they can achieve impressive results, making the workplace a happier and more productive environment.🤜🤛 2️⃣ This move helped the company solidify its position in the market, improve its image, and make its brand even stronger. This was especially important for Walmart, since its core customers come from low to middle-income households.