Video from Jeff Bezos about Amazon and Zappos

07272009july · talk · Watch on YouTube

What it is

A short 2009 video of Jeff Bezos talking about Amazon and Zappos. He discusses customer focus, invention and long-term thinking.

HN commenters like his candid, authentic delivery and the lessons on customer obsession and thinking long term.

“He's awkward at moments, but authentic throughout. I like his style.”
Authentic, candid Bezos presentation sharing mistakes and lessons.
jonknee, 2011-09 · Recommendation · in “Amazon Unveils $199 Kindle Fire Tablet”
“I always remember Jeff Bezos' 3 lessons: obsess over customers, invent, think long term.”
Bezos explains customer obsession, invention and long-term thinking.
gabaix, 2011-11 · Recommendation · in “Jeff Bezos Owns the Web in More Ways Than You Think”

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Topics: jeff bezos, amazon, zappos, customer obsession, long-term thinking