2. Keep in Mind Training and development People and culture Growth
Leadership/Management style
Day to day responsibilities
Size
Corporate philosophies 3

3. Career Paths Sales Management Purchasing Operations Showroom
Controller
Logistics
Information Systems
- Personal freedom to chart your own course. We work together with the trainees to have them pursue the careers that match them the most.
- Six major career paths as outlined.

4. Training Philosophy Merit based program Gain product knowledge
Gain credibility with associates and customers
Learn Ferguson’s process and systems
Training at three levels: branch, regional, and corporate
- Promotion and growth driven by performance, merit based system.
- Hands on versus classroom training.
- Set up MeLinda’s presentation - the Newport News branch tour.

5. Trainee Profile Entrepreneurial spirit Strong work ethic
Commitment to high standards
Strong leadership ability
Initiative/self starter
Enthusiastic presence
Record of accomplishments
Confident personality
Diverse communication skills
Overcome adversity