false http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173641109m/310664.jpg 310664 2 A behind-the-scenes look at Wal-Mart's successful business strategies and tactics<br> What I Learned from Sam Walton unlocks the secrets to Wal-Mart's success and provides answers to these and many other questions. As a former Wal-Mart employee, author Michael Bergdahl had the opportunity to see the Wal-Mart executive team in action. He also had the chance to work directly with Sam Walton. These experiences have provided Bergdahl with a treasure trove of great lessons, experiences, and stories that he now shares throughout the pages of this book. Readers will be introduced to Wal-Mart's unique strategy for competitive success and through the strategy known as P.O.C.K.E.T.S. (Price, Operations, Culture, Key item promotion, Expenses, Talent, Service) will learn how to compete and survive in the shadow of the world's largest company. What I Learned from Sam Walton discloses a business legend's secret strategies for achieving long-lasting success and provides competitors with a road map to successful competition.<br> Michael Bergdahl (Pittsburgh, PA) worked for Wal-Mart, under Sam Walton. He has also worked as a turnaround specialist for American Eagle Outfitters. He gained experience on the supplier side working for PepsiCo's Frito-Lay Division. 301600 2004 What I Learned From Sam Walton: How to Compete and Thrive in a Wal-Mart World total:3|5:1|4:1|3:1| 3 12 4 1 3 0 false false Wed Jul 23 07:49:53 -0700 2008 Wed Jul 23 07:50:01 -0700 2008 5 0 false false Wed Oct 15 23:01:49 -0700 2008 Wed Oct 15 23:01:49 -0700 2008 0 0 false false Thu Jul 24 20:34:01 -0700 2008 Thu Jul 24 20:34:06 -0700 2008 4 0 false false Fri Sep 07 00:32:43 -0700 2007 Fri Sep 07 00:32:43 -0700 2007 http://www.goodreads.com/book_link/follow/8?book_id=310664