Leading Organizations Amazon Case

Amazon Case Leading Organizations

Summarize the case and the key observations.

Describe Jeff Bezos leadership style.

How effective do you feel he is as a leader? Explain why.

vision

Describe Amazons vision. What value has this vision brought to Amazon?

Describe how the changing environment impacts the vision and how Amazon adapted to this over the years.

With the company continually to grow rapidly, the need to recruit and retain Amazonians is greater than ever. Discuss the companys people management practices and how they relate to Amazons strategic goals.

Culture

One of Amazons hallmarks is customer centricity. What are some of the practices that reinforce this principle?

Describe the artifacts and mechanisms of Amazons corporate culture.

How has amazon typically approached growth? Is this strategy still applicable given Amazons current size? How would growth affect the firms culture?

Change

What are some of the forces driving the need for change at Amazon?

Is Jeff Bezos a change agent? Explain your answer.

How would you rate Jassys chances of succeeding as Amazons new CEO. Explain your rationale.

Summary

What is the most important thing you learned from this case. What can you apply to other future companies you may work in.