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Who founded Amazon?
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Before any job interview, it is vital to research the history of the company you are competing to work for. When answering straightforward questions such as this, it is worthwhile to go the extra mile and showcase your knowledge. This will demonstrate that you are taking this opportunity seriously and are invested in earning this position. Do your homework. Showcase your knowledge. Demonstrate that you are already immersed in the culture and advertise an exceptional work ethic.
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"Jeffrey Preston Bezos founded Amazon in 1994 when he wanted to build a virtual bookstore. He was just 30 years old when he founded Amazon, and now he is the richest person in the world."
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"Jeff Bezos founded Amazon out of his garage in Bellevue, Washington, in 1994."
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Amazon was founded by Jeff Bezos back in the 1990s. I remember when it was purely a bookstore, and I became a customer back in the 1990s because it gave me access to books I couldn't otherwise purchase in Australia.
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It's obvious you know the backstory on Amazon which the interviewer will appreciate. Have you followed Jeff Bezos' story since then? Perhaps conclude your answer with a tidbit about what he's up to now or talk briefly about when Amazon began to transition from a bookstore into what it is now. The more information you can provide, the more knowledgeable you will appear. Good job!
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Jeff Bezos
Marcie's Feedback
It's great that you know the answer to the question, but you'll want to avoid giving such short responses. What do you know about Bezos? Can you talk briefly about some things you've learned about him or admire about him? Build out your answer more to show you're engaged, thoughtful, and knowledgeable.
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Jeff Bezos in 1994. He left working on Wall Street to take advantage of the booming Internet. He began selling books online, which led to everything online. Eventually, in 2005, he introduced Amazon Prime as a differentiator, and most importantly a company called AWS.
Marcie's Feedback
It's great that you've provided additional details about the founder and the company's story. The more details you can include, the better! This shows the interviewer that you are knowledgeable and interested in the company. Nice job!
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