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Which version of this story best exemplifies Think Big with clear ownership and measurable results?

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Amazon Leadership Principles - Think Big
Which version of this story best exemplifies Think Big with clear ownership and measurable results? 1) "I identified a new customer segment, created a business case, led the launch, and sales grew 20% in 8 months." 2) "Our team discussed expanding the product, and we launched a new feature."
AVersion 1
BVersion 2
CBoth equally demonstrate Think Big
DNeither demonstrates Think Big
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Compare ownership

    Version 1 shows individual leadership; Version 2 is vague about ownership.
  2. Step 2: Compare impact

    Version 1 quantifies impact with 20% sales growth; Version 2 lacks metrics.
  3. Step 3: Match to Think Big

    Think Big requires bold vision, ownership, and measurable impact, all in Version 1.
  4. Final Answer:

    Version 1 -> Option A
  5. Quick Check:

    Clear ownership and metrics signal Think Big [OK]
Quick Trick: Clear ownership plus measurable impact signals Think Big [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Choosing Version 2 due to teamwork mention
  • Assuming both are equal without metrics
  • Ignoring ownership clarity
Trap Explanation:
PITFALL
  • Team effort without ownership or metrics weakens Think Big demonstration.
Interviewer Note:
CONTEXT
  • Tests ability to discern strong Think Big examples in candidate narratives.
Concept tested:
CONCEPT
  • Think Big -- evaluating candidate stories for ownership and impact
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