Why memos over Powerpoint? Amazon famously has execs write 6-page narrative-driven memos instead of Powerpoint decks. The practice began in 2004 when Jeff Bezos noticed nothing was being decided after 60-minute long meetings with his inner circle (AKA S-Team).
1/ Amazon is well-known for its writing culture: ◻️ “Mock press releases / FAQs” for new product pitches ◻️ “6-page memos” instead of Powerpoint It force clear thinking and encodes a specific approach to innovation (especially for a post-Bezos world). Here’s a breakdown 🧵
