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Amazon tries to rehire employee, he turns down the offer 4 times
- A former Amazon business analyst claims he was arbitrarily laid off in January, receiving a two-month severance package despite previous assurances from his manager that his job was secure.
- Layoffs were chaotic, with employees editing each other's project descriptions, causing confusion and misattribution of work.
- Despite being approached by Amazon for re-hiring four times, the ex-employee declined, feeling unappreciated and losing trust in the company.
- The experience left the former employee feeling depersonalized and concerned about the company's job security, even though he had worked hard in his role.
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Jeff Bezos' old Amazon review of milk goes viral, Elon Musk reacts
- Jeff Bezos' old Amazon review of Tuscan Dairy Whole Vitamin D Milk from 2006 recently went viral on the internet, drawing attention from various users, including Elon Musk.
- "I love milk so much that I've been drinking it since the day I was born. I don't think it was Tuscan though," the Amazon Founder wrote.
- Elon Musk responded to the post with a laughing emoji, and the thread has since generated a multitude of reactions in the comment section.
- The resurfaced review garnered humorous reactions on social media, with some users appreciating Bezos' sense of humor and his unconventional approach to product reviews.
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Amazon gives authority to managers to fire employees who won't come to office 3 days a week
- Amazon's new policy requires employees to come to the office three times a week.
- Under the new policy, managers have the authority to address non-compliance with the three-day-a-week office mandate. However, it does not compel instant termination for non-compliance.
- Managers are expected to have a private discussion with non-compliant employees and follow up with a documented email. If non-compliance continues, a second meeting within one to two weeks is necessary to reinforce the requirement for office presence.
- Extended non-compliance may lead to disciplinary action, including termination, as Amazon seeks to reinstate a traditional office work environment.
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Top Strategies for Nailing Your Amazon Interview
- Thoroughly research Amazon's culture, leadership principles, and recent projects to prepare strategically for your interview.
- Align your responses with Amazon's 16 leadership principles, showcasing how you embody them.
- Use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method and incorporate metrics to highlight your accomplishments and tangible impact.
- For technical roles, focus on data structures, algorithms, and system design through mock interviews and coding challenges. Consider professional coaching or practice with a trusted friend.
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‘Generative AI can help us solve real-life problems for customers in the home’: Eric Saarnio of Amazon
- Amazon is improving Alexa using generative AI to make it more human-like and solve real-life problems in homes.
- The updated Alexa has a more natural voice and can engage in conversations without needing a wake word.
- Amazon aims to make Alexa a central smart home hub, competing with AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Google's Bard AI.
- The rollout of the updated Alexa will begin slowly through a preview program, starting in the US.
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The 3 things Jeff Bezos considers before making a hiring decision
- Admiration: Bezos values hiring individuals that existing employees can admire and learn from. He believes in surrounding himself with people who inspire and set positive examples.
- Raise the Bar: Bezos emphasizes the importance of new hires raising the average level of effectiveness within the group they join. He wants each employee to contribute to increasing the company's standards over time.
- Unique Skills and Interests: In addition to job-related skills, Bezos also looks for unique skills, interests, and perspectives that enrich the work environment for all employees. These attributes contribute to a more well-rounded and diverse workforce.
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'I'm angry, I'm frustrated': Amazon IT employee looks for new jobs due to strict return-to-office policy
- Amazon's recent mandate requires employees to return to the office, leaving a software development engineer with limited job options within the company.
- The engineer, who rejoined Amazon for a remote role, now faces the choice of relocating to a hub office, switching teams, or risking "voluntary resignation" due to the new policy.
- The engineer expressed frustration, stating that the decision is a top-down mandate, and local management has no power to assist. This situation has eroded trust, as the engineer returned to work remotely.
- The engineer feels angry and let down by Amazon's sudden change in policy, which has disrupted their work arrangements and career plans.
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Amazon says on track to create 2 million jobs, clock exports of $20 Bn from India by 2025
- Amazon digitized 2 million Indian small businesses in a year, with a goal of 10 million by 2025, promoted through Amazon Smbhav summit.
- After starting with 4 million last year, Amazon's digital small business count now stands at 6.2 million. They aim to create jobs, enable $20 billion in exports, and have already achieved $8 billion.
- Amazon's growth in India went from 100 sellers to 1.2 million, generating over 1.3 million jobs in various sectors.
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Amazon employee dies after being shot in the head in Delhi; case registered
- A 36-year-old Amazon employee, Harpreet Gill, was fatally shot in the head in Delhi's Bhajanpura area by a group of five boys on a scooty and a bike. Another individual named Govind was also injured in the attack.
- The attackers opened fire without any apparent provocation.
- Harpreet's family stated that he had no known conflicts with anyone. Police have registered a case related to the incident.
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Amazon CEO has a message to employees who don’t want to return to the office
- Amazon CEO Andy Jassy reportedly warns remote employees that not returning to the office "is not going to work out for you."
- Thousands of Amazon workers signed a petition and staged a walkout against the company's three-day office return mandate.
- Amazon has been cracking down on employees who refuse to return to the office, issuing warnings and even forcing resignations.
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The trillion dollar company Amazon was first launched in a small garage
- Jeff Bezos left his hedge fund job in 1994 to explore internet opportunities, focusing on selling books online from his garage in Bellevue, Washington.
- In July 1995, Amazon was born as an online bookstore. Its journey began modestly but grew rapidly, evolving into a global e-commerce giant.
- Amazon's expansion beyond books to include DVDs, CDs, and more played a key role in establishing its household name and dominance in online shopping.
- Bezos's visionary concept, initially named "Cadabra," laid the foundation for Amazon. His imaginative idea of floating buildings on water symbolized innovation and paved the way for the company's success.
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Amazon workers quit jobs rather than relocate to work from office
- As Amazon tries to get employees back to the office, some staffers are being told to relocate to hubs in different states if they want to keep their jobs.
- Several employees told CNBC that they’ve chosen to leave the company rather than uproot their family or break their housing lease.
- Under the guidelines provided to one employee, the person was expected to complete the move by the first half of 2024.
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'Rooting for India': Jeff Bezos cheers for Chandrayaan-3 moon landing
- Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, sent a message of encouragement to ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 moon mission. He shared his well wishes on the Threads app, expressing his support for India's efforts.
- Chandrayaan-3, ISRO's unmanned moon landing project, is receiving a boost as Bezos wished them luck for their upcoming mission. The mission follows a previous unsuccessful attempt in 2019.
- Ahead of Chandrayaan-3's new endeavor to successfully land on the moon, Jeff Bezos extended his support by posting a good luck note, showcasing his rooting for India's space exploration achievements.
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22-yr-old engineering student cheats Amazon of ₹3.7 lakh in refund scam in Bengaluru, held
- Chirag Gupta, 22-year-old engineering student, arrested in Bengaluru for a ₹3.7 lakh Amazon scam involving fake refunds.
- Police confiscate ₹20.34 lakh worth of gadgets, including 16 iPhones, linked to the fraudulent case.
- Gupta's scheme entails ordering iPhones, canceling post-delivery, obtaining refunds without returning goods, resulting in his apprehension.
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Amazon employees outraged by new warning about individual office attendance
- Amazon faces backlash from corporate employees over email warnings about not meeting the requirement of working in the office at least three days a week. The mandate was introduced in May.
- Some employees claim to have received the warnings by mistake, leading to renewed tensions within the company. Criticism arises, with concerns about layoffs, stricter attendance rules, and the effectiveness of the approach.
- Amazon clarifies that the emails were sent to employees who hadn't met the required office attendance for specific periods. The company acknowledges potential errors and advises employees to discuss their situations with managers.
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