The key to Operations at Wal-Mart is their ability to maintain the highest standards while at the same time getting things done with lockstep execution.

Empowering people turns Wal-Mart's culture into a competitive advantage.

Sam Walton instilled ownership of the products in the stores into the collective consciousness of every associate regardless of what job they did for the company.

Servant leadership is the foundation and the secret of Sam Walton's ability to achieve team synergy.

The key to competing and surviving against Wal-Mart is to focus your business into a niche or pocket where you can leverage your strengths in the local marketplace.

When you compete with Wal-Mart, even if you think you've found a niche don't ever become complacent.

Sam Walton was a master storyteller who used illustrative stories to reinforce his cultural standards.