Wallmart.

[Gulfstream 200]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z48kJTYSl8s

Walmart Mission Statement:

"Wal-Mart’s mission is to help people save money so they can live better than a Regional Airline Pilot."

 

[rumrnr78]

True Story

Well then count me duped! ;-)

But to be honest, after I re-read his post I had a doubt in the back of my mind as I am certain even IF their pilots shared rooms, their executives certainly don't!

Actually, the pilots don't share rooms but executives do, according to a news report. I saw it on TV in an interview with the CEO.

After shotgunning resumes in every direction, I was called by Walmart within a month of my "surplus" status coming to a close at "T" (total joke that is). Anyway, I was on a shuttle flight from KSAT-KDAL-KSAT. I had 7 or so hours in DAL and the company gave me my own room at the Marriot. I had a brief phone interview by a nice gentleman who said they were filling a few positions. He mentioned pay (mid 50's to start) and guarenteed low 70's by year 3. Total fooking joke of a package for the caliber of pilot they were looking for, even in this environment.
Facing certain unemployment, I politely declined the interview.

Cheers- Rum

 

[murfdawg998]

Yes! - even the execs share rooms here at Wallmart!

Its really part of our corporate culture. I too was unsure at first but after a few week-long trips I really saw the value in staying together. We learned to function as a team, and also to support each other. I think this is an area where many flight crews lack.

It saves our department many thousands of dollars a month and that's the Wallmart Way! - shareholders we all are. If one cant wrap themselves around this idea, one may not fit in on our dynamic, happy team.

Save Money - Live Better.​

G200 continues to entertain on FI!!

 

[bizjet800]

Well everyone, if you shop at Wal-Mart, then you are guilty of lowering the bar. I personally don't shop there. Some family members gave us a gift card and I cringed at stepping in and buying a present for my boy.

If everyone shops there because its a little cheaper, then it puts pressure on other stores to copy their business model, and the bar gets lower for everyone--again which is why I don't shop there, even if it could save me a few bucks.

As far as sharing a room--if its true--I think is ridiculous. To be proud of sharing a room and listening to some other guy fart an snore all night is beyond me.

 

[Gulfstream 200]

Well everyone, if you shop at Wal-Mart, then you are guilty of lowering the bar. I personally don't shop there. Some family members gave us a gift card and I cringed at stepping in and buying a present for my boy.

If everyone shops there because its a little cheaper, then it puts pressure on other stores to copy their business model, and the bar gets lower for everyone--again which is why I don't shop there, even if it could save me a few bucks.

As far as sharing a room--if its true--I think is ridiculous. To be proud of sharing a room and listening to some other guy fart an snore all night is beyond me.

While we don't have a WalMart very close, I have NO problem shopping there for things that are far cheaper than other places. I certainly dont go out of my way to go there, as the experience is usually poor.

BUT...if it saves me money and time under one roof, that's all I care. More money saved on everyday crap means more in my savings or fun budget.

Mom and Pop stores can adapt, compete, or shut down...ironically none around me seem to be affected by Walmart, Target, etc. If I need something special or quality - I dont go to big box stores like Walmart as most of their stuff is JUNK....but I'm not supporting the little guy by paying more for toilet paper, toothpaste, diapers, or prescriptions.

Welfare didn't work for Detroit, and it never will in retail either.

 

[HA25]

Well I for one never shop there. In general when possible I also avoid made in china but that is getting harder and harder to do.

One reason not to shop at walmart: www.peopleofwalmart.com

 

[Amish RakeFight]

One reason not to shop at walmart: www.peopleofwalmart.com

Dude, this is hilarious!

 

[CA1900]

As far as sharing a room--if its true--I think is ridiculous...

It isn't true, but when has that ever stopped anyone from posting something on this site?

 

[bizjet800]

While we don't have a WalMart very close, I have NO problem shopping there for things that are far cheaper than other places. I certainly dont go out of my way to go there, as the experience is usually poor.

BUT...if it saves me money and time under one roof, that's all I care. More money saved on everyday crap means more in my savings or fun budget.

Mom and Pop stores can adapt, compete, or shut down...ironically none around me seem to be affected by Walmart, Target, etc. If I need something special or quality - I dont go to big box stores like Walmart as most of their stuff is JUNK....but I'm not supporting the little guy by paying more for toilet paper, toothpaste, diapers, or prescriptions.

Welfare didn't work for Detroit, and it never will in retail either.

Well, if you want to shop there, fine, that's capitalism. But when Wal-Mart shifts their healthcare plan costs on to my state, that's called socialism.

If you're not willing to pay for a higher standard, then don't complain about accepting a lower one: like sharing a room.

 

[BoilerUP]

Well, if you want to shop there, fine, that's capitalism. But when Wal-Mart shifts their healthcare plan costs on to my state, that's called socialism.

Wal-Mart isn't the only corporation chomping at the BIT to make that a reality...