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What is Insist on the Highest Standards
Leaders are continually raising the bar and drive their teams to deliver high quality products, services, and processes. Leaders ensure that defects do not get sent down the line and that problems are fixed so they stay fixed.
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Who is Kwesi
Frenchies & Alisha Keys
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What is Women@Amazon
Global affinity group for women, non-binary employees and allies. We are a community for both business and technical employees interested in increasing gender diversity at Amazon
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What is Unpaid TIme Off (UPT)
This time off option should be used as last minute emergencies such as a flat tire
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What is away team
Team of associates that work a short term assignment to assist in the training of our employees through the first 3-5 weeks of launch
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What is Ownership
Leaders think long term and don’t sacrifice long-term value for short-term results. They act on behalf of the entire company, beyond just their team. They never say “that’s not my job.”
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Who is Beckie
Most likely to say "it's LIT!"
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What is Amazon People with Disabilities
This affinity group serves as the representative voice for Amazonians with Disabilities focusing on disability inclusion. Through our two mottos, “Diversity includes Disability” and “Inclusion inspires Innovation” we communicate our obsession to raise the bar for Amazon’s workplace culture being more inclusive and accessible to all.
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What is New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day,
Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas
Amazon Recognized Holidays
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What is Ops Readiness Testing (ORT)
Process for testing equipment before Day 1 to ensure all stations are working
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What is Bias for Action
Speed matters in business. Many decisions and actions are reversible and do not need extensive study. We value calculated risk taking
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Who is Mackenzie
Favorite show is the Sopranos
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What is Black Employee Network
This group's primary purpose is providing a support structure for Black employees at Amazon while championing inclusion and diversity throughout the company.
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What is Employee Assistance Program (EAP) or Resources for Living
On-demand support program for when you're in crisis or just need to talk, Care Partners are there for you, 24/7, so you never have to go it alone. Each person gets three free counseling sessions - virtual or in person - per issue per year
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What is Week 0
Week between relocation and Day 1 that will be focused on finalizing launch plans, department breakout sessions, and more fun events!
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What is Are Right A Lot
Leaders have strong judgment and good instincts. They seek diverse perspectives and work to disconfirm their beliefs
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Who is Dave
Jerry Springer called the Cops on this person
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What is Glamazon
Amazon Affinity Group/Employee Network for anyone interested in LGBTQIA+ issues, events, meetings and information. All are welcome; we invite all Amazonians to join us in a community focused on love and gender identities outside the heterosexual, cisgender default
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What is Amazon AtoZ
One-stop-shop for all the tools, resources, and news for Amazonians. From checking your schedule and requesting time off, to viewing your paycheck and looking up the latest perks and discounts
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Who is Mentor
Person that will be conducting your hands on training for learning your role during STA
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What is Dive Deep
Leaders operate at all levels, stay connected to the details, audit frequently, and are skeptical when metrics and anecdote differ. No task is beneath them
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Who is Nick
Lived in Thailand
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What is Warriors@Amazon
Officially recognized Amazon Affinity Group that was established on Sept 11, 2011. They are Amazonians who served in their respective country’s military forces, those who are still serving, their families, and all Amazon employees who support them
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What is Benefits Hub
Resource for all Amazon Benefits, including a live chat option to discuss different health insurance plans
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What is Launch Essentials
Document that will house all site specific risks and contingency plans
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