

#17 Jeff Bezos and the Age of Amazon
178 snips Jan 1, 2018
Discover how Jeff Bezos transformed from a Wall Street analyst to the tech titan behind Amazon. Explore his unique management style, prioritizing narrative-driven discussions that foster critical thinking. Learn about his relentless focus on customer experience and innovative practices, including valuable lessons from Costco's Jim Senegal. Dive into insights about leadership dynamics at Amazon, where a demanding culture meets a drive for innovation, all while keeping a long-term vision at the forefront.
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Bezos's Laugh
- Brad Stone prepared an Amazon-style narrative for his meeting with Jeff Bezos.
- Bezos laughed so hard he spit when he realized what Stone had done.
Bezos's Business Principles
- Focus on the customer, not the competitor.
- Prioritize long-term value and innovation.
The Spark of Amazon
- Jeff Bezos was intrigued by the internet's rapid growth, specifically the web's 230,000% increase in 1993-1994.
- This sparked his idea for a business that could capitalize on this exponential growth.