We strive to hire top talent at Amazon. What are some ways you feel you can help us raise the bar?
Amazon seeks candidates that bring a specific set of talents that will complement their team in such a way that the team is able to perform at a higher level after the candidate is hired. Interviewers who ask this question seek candidates with talents that are complimentary and in direct alignment with the needs of their team.
Remember to highlight any applicable talents or behaviors you have that are unique or difficult to find in candidates. Offering value that sets you apart from other candidates could raise your chances of being hired. Also, consider any talents you have that are in direct alignment with the mission of Amazon or the specific Amazon group you are interviewing with.
"I am a trained facilitator and I specialize in team performance consulting. I am able to foster trust and leadership within teams and neutrally negotiate ways forward that transcend conflicts and generate higher levels of information sharing and overall performance.
I am also a hybrid personality type. I am able to connect with extroverts, introverts, and those that process information in a variety of ways. I can analyze detailed information and synthesize it to develop a big-picture view. This blend of skills helps me to hold a more holistic perspective and serve as a bridge between people and ideas that are both tactical and strategic in nature. I am not always the person with the best idea, but I am great at bridging the best ideas together to develop exceptional transformation strategies."
Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.
Anonymous Answer
I believe that what makes me so valuable is my emotional adaptability. I am passionate about delivering results and improving processes, but I also feel that the connection that a team has is of utmost importance. Therefore, am always trying to stay genuinely curious about others so they feel heard and understood. I’ve noticed that when I do that, we work more in tandem and genuinely enjoy it more.
Marcie's Feedback
Awesome! The interviewer will definitely appreciate that you're empathetic, curious about others, an active listener, and emotionally adaptive. It sounds like you love to connect with others and build relationships. Can you talk more about how this strength of yours will enable you to succeed in this role?
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