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#81: Colin Bryar, Co-Author of "Working Backwards;" former Chief of Staff to Jeff Bezos — How Amazon built its processes, the birth of the 6-page memo, and how to instill psychological safety in a competitive culture

From Start-Up to Grown-Up

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Navigating Single-Threaded Leadership

This chapter explores the concept of single-threaded leadership and its crucial role in driving innovation by minimizing bureaucratic hurdles. It shares insights from Amazon's experience, discussing both the successes and challenges of implementing this approach, including the paradox of reduced communication for increased efficiency. Additionally, the chapter emphasizes the importance of personalized leadership principles and continuous learning for fostering authentic and effective leadership within organizations.

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