Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announces return to office policy, sparking debate on workplace culture and employee expectations in tech industry.

Will Amazon's RTO policy lead to increased employee turnover and a decline in morale? Listen as Kelli and Nolan explore the implications of these changes on workplace culture, employee expectations, and the broader business landscape.

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TIMESTAMPS

(00:20) Andy Jassy's Letter on Culture

(01:50) Two Big Changes at Amazon

(03:00) Amazon's Employee Growth

(04:40) Innovation and In-Person Work

(05:10) Trade-offs of Remote Work

(06:00) Clarity in RTO Communications

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(10:10) Exceptions to RTO Policy

(11:40) Top Performers and Exceptions

(13:20) Business Reality vs Expectations

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