Amazon’s renowned Leadership Principles are more than just guidelines; they are a total way of life at the company. The clash between employees and the CEO over a return-to-work mandate unveils a potential crisis in the Amazon Way, an integral part of the $2 trillion company. The principles are evolving and giving rise to controversy internally, with the addition of new principles sparking backlash. Former practice staples like written narratives are being replaced by PowerPoint presentations, marking a shift in Amazon’s unique work culture. The departure of long-standing executives has led to a potential erosion of the company’s distinctive DNA.
https://fortune.com/2024/07/31/amazon-leadership-principles-questions-future-jeff-bezos-departure-andy-jassy/