Walmart’s Founder on Motivating Employees

What you can learn from the founder of the largest retailer in the world.

Business - Inc. - 4 hours ago

Police probe death of Canada Walmart employee found in walk-in oven

A 19-year-old woman was found dead inside the walk-in oven of a Walmart store in eastern Canada.

Walmart Employee Was 'Locked In' Store's Oven Before Death: Emergency Audio

World - Yahoo News - October 24

Walmart Planned to Remove Oven Before 19-Year-Old Employee's Death

World - Yahoo News - 3 days ago

19-year-old Walmart employee found dead in store walk-in oven in Canada

Police are investigating the death of a 19-year-old Walmart employee who was found dead in the store’s walk-in oven on Saturday in Canada.

19-year-old employee was found dead in Walmart walk-in oven by her mother

The 19-year-old Walmart employee who was found dead in the store’s walk-in oven in Canada was discovered by her mother, who also worked there, according to a community fundraiser for the family.

After Indian immigrant employee found dead in Walmart oven, Sikh community supports family

The Sikh community in Halifax, Canada is rallying around a 19-year-old Walmart employee who was found dead on Saturday in the store’s walk-in bakery oven.

After Indian immigrant employee found dead in Walmart oven, Sikh community supports family

World - Yahoo News - October 24

Stackhouse holding newly motivated Warriors defense accountable

New Warriors assistant coach Jerry Stackhouse provides accountability to a newly motivated Golden State defense.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 31

Amad motivated by stint as sub, says Van Nistelrooy

Interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy thinks an extended stint on the bench acted as motivation for Manchester United's two-goal Europa League hero Amad Diallo.

Walmart reaches opioid shareholder settlement

Walmart reached a proposed settlement agreement about its distribution of prescribed opioids on Friday according to Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings. This settlement includes three ...

Politics - The Hill - October 19

No. 20 Illinois uses No. 1 Oregon's ranking as motivation heading into Saturday's meeting

Oregon doesn’t care about its No. 1 ranking, but Illinois sure does

Sports - ABC News - October 24

Be mean to me, ChatGPT: People are turning to AI chatbots for 'tough love' and motivation

People are asking ChatGPT for tough love to motivate them to be productive. Here's what a clinical psychologist says about the tactic.

Business - CNBC - October 25

‘Anticipatory obedience’: newspapers’ refusal to endorse shines light on billionaire owners’ motives

The Los Angeles Times and the Washington Post both declined to endorse a candidate – a sign of political media capture. When two American billionaires blocked the newspapers they own from endorsing ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

Intelligence bulletins show rising threat from extremists motivated by election conspiracies

Domestic violent extremists are considering a range of activities to disrupt the 2024 election and the peaceful transfer of power, with U.S. intelligence agencies seeing greater discussions around ...

Politics - The Hill - October 28

Abortion is on the ballot in nine states and motivating voters across the US

Voters are getting a say on abortion policy in Tuesday's election with ballot measures and elections to offices from president to local prosecutors

Health - ABC News - November 5

Buffett’s Apple sales and cash pile spark intrigue over motives

Berkshire Hathaway has investors asking questions after filling its coffers by unwinding its most profitable trade

Business - Financial Times - November 8

War reporter Andriy Tsaplienko on what's motivating him in Ukraine

Ukrainian war reporter Andriy Tsaplienko has spent the last two-and-a-half years documenting the war with Russia. He views what he does as part of the fight for Ukraine.

UK’s dual motive for higher defence spending raises problems

Trump era means government has to navigate competing pressures, but it must solve its procurement woes first

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Walmart to deliver prescriptions nationwide in as little as 30 minutes

Walmart is launching a new service to deliver prescription drugs in 49 U.S. states by the end of January.

Walmart and Amazon threaten US drugstores in prescription delivery

Launch of same-day services adds to pressure on struggling pharmacy chains such as CVS and Walgreens

Business - Financial Times - October 22

Walmart Plans 30-Minute Prescription Deliveries

Medications, other merchandise, and groceries will all be available for rapid drop-off in 20 cities where the retailer is taking on Amazon’s new pharmacies.

Business - Inc. - October 23

$10 OFF Walmart Promo Code for November 2024

Score $10 off your first three pickup or delivery orders with our Walmart coupon or choose from 1,000s of flash deals, up to 65% off today.

Tech - Wired - November 8

17 Early Walmart Black Friday Deals

You don't have to wait for the official sales to begin in order to score Black Friday deals now.

Tech - Wired - 3 days ago

Why Tech Employees Are Ready to Revolt

This has been an unprecedented period of unprovoked kicks and unkept promises for workers in the tech industry.

Business - Inc. - October 31

The solution to automation fears: Employee ownership

Employee ownership can empower workers and promote the interests of labor, allowing companies to embrace automation while ensuring shared prosperity.

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Masimo Terminates Founder Kiani as CEO

Medical-device maker said Joe Kiani, who previously informed the board of his decision to resign as chief executive, has been terminated by the company, following a review by outside counsel.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

Steve Jobs Used the 10X Rule to Motivate People and Become Exceptionally Persuasive. Here’s How It Worked

Steve Jobs knew it. Guy Kawasaki recognized it. Now, you can copy it.

Business - Inc. - October 23

Walz tells Minnesotans he's 'never felt more motivated,' takes digs at Vance

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) encouraged a crowd of state residents on Friday after his election loss as the Democratic vice presidential nominee. “Even in the face of defeat and deep ...

Politics - The Hill - November 9

Sinn Féin employee resigns after damage to DUP portrait

A painting of a Democratic Unionist Party peer in Belfast City Hall was removed and damaged at the weekend.

Charges Dropped in Case Against Binance Employee Held in Nigeria

Tigran Gambaryan, who was in custody for eight months, has been released so he can receive medical care.

Business - The New York Times - October 23

Unions should be about employees, not about politics

What are employees fed up with union politics supposed to do?

Politics - The Hill - October 23

6 in 10 Employees Want a New Job in 2025

Frustrations around compensation, burnout, and feelings of underappreciation are driving workers to job search, according to a recent survey.

Business - Inc. - October 30

4 Affordable Benefits That Move the Needle for Employees

Offering good benefits doesn’t need to break the bank.

Business - Inc. - November 1

7 Strategies for Retaining Multi-Generational Employees

It’s deceptively simple, but practices emphasizing flexibility, respect, adaptability, and communication are the key to success.

Business - Inc. - November 3

TikTok Employees Shrug Off the US Election

Donald Trump says he’ll spare TikTok. Kamala Harris will likely support the ban. But inside the company, few are talking about the US election.

Tech - Wired - November 5

Big Tech Employees Quiet After Trump Is Elected

Eight years ago, workers loudly protested White House policies. This time around, the companies are trying to keep a lid on activism.

Tech - The New York Times - November 9

Ex-employee sues Suns, cites multiple allegations

Andrea Trischan, a former Suns employee, seeks what the team said is $60 million in damages after filing a lawsuit against it, alleging discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination.

Sports - ESPN - 3 days ago

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