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Just show up for work, show up with a great attitude and be personable. That is my best advice. You will eventually learn what I call the "Wal-mart zen". It will all come natural to you. Don't listen to horror stories, I've seen you around here and you sound like a pretty reasonably intelligent guy. Pay attention to the rules and ask as many questions as you can. If you're walking around the store for whatever reason be sure to quickly touch up on the aisles to make it look nice. Listen to customers, let them tell their stupid jokes and give them a chuckle. At least you're not a cute girl on the register, that's the most horrifying job. Try to get to know your coworkers across all the sides of the store. You never know when you might want to change positions and if you show competence they will typically pick you up. Work hard, do your stuff and you will have a normal time. If you have issues with any coworker do not approach them, approach your supervisor and explain the issue. They do not like direct conflicts.

Also huge, huge advice here, if you see a spill, you have to guard it immediately. Stop everything that you're doing and wait for another associate to come immediately. If someone were to slip on that and the cameras caught you ignoring it, that's pretty much an immediate coaching (Write-up)

At my store someone actually got fired on their third week over that. I no longer work for that company but if you have any question feel free to ask me. I worked there for a long time and in just about any lower end position, including supervising the CAP 2 team. I'm sure a lot has changed but if I can answer it or give insight I will. It will be stressful, it will be hell but it can also be really fun too.

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