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Dissecting Amazon Leadership Principles (LPs), for Amazonians & Non-Amazonians with Ethan Evans & David Anderson
Level Up with Ethan Evans (retired Amazon VP)
Stacked Flaws and Complementary Hires
The chapter explores the pitfalls of stacked flaws in hiring practices, where individuals tend to hire those similar to themselves, leading to blind spots. The speaker emphasizes the importance of consciously hiring individuals who complement weaknesses and bring diverse perspectives to the team. Anecdotes about challenges with implementation and the value of having a 'loyal opposition' within a team are shared, alongside reflections on Amazon's Leadership Principles like frugality and knowing when to stop a project.
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