Techmeme Ride Home (IHP) Eugene Wei On How Amazon Won
Jun 18, 2023
Eugene Wei, an early employee at Hulu and Amazon’s first analyst in strategic planning, shares fascinating insights from his tech journey. He reveals Amazon's early growth tactics, including the role of data analytics and Jeff Bezos' strategies for diversification. Eugene discusses the impact of Amazon Prime on consumer behavior and how the company navigated challenges with innovative solutions. He also touches on Hulu's evolution and the future of virtual reality, offering a unique perspective on the industry's dynamic changes.
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The Power of a Cover Letter
- Eugene Wei's three-page cover letter, despite being unqualified, got him noticed at Amazon.
- A recruiter, impressed by his effort, kept his application and later offered him an analyst position.
Early Amazon Culture
- Early Amazon had an intense work environment, with employees regularly working seven days a week.
- This intense environment fostered a sense of possibility and blank sheet innovation.
Amazon's Analytics Package
- As the first analyst at Amazon, Eugene Wei created an "analytics package" detailing the entire company's performance.
- This gave him unique insights into Amazon's operations and strategy during its early growth.