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Thanks for #Java the first programming language I learnt after #GWBasic

Thanks for Java.

public class Main {    public static void main(String[] args) {        System.out.println("Thank you so much Sir!");    } }

Crazy experience in software engineering I ever encountered and this man gave me inspiration by just existing. p/s: If you wanna get to know some of the great engineers, go to comments section)

July 23, 2023 marked year 22 for me at Amazon. What an incredibly unpredicted ride! I joined Amazon as a naive early 20’s year old fresh out of college. I was recently thinking about what has kept me here so long. I landed on a few key things (in this order of importance): 1. Constant learning: I have held a wide range of roles, been able to develop new skills, work on different business problems, travel all over the world and constantly feel uncomfortable as I learn new things and face into different challenges. I have been able to develop a lasting, interesting and rewarding career over these years. 2. Being surrounded by smart and passionate people: the talent bar is high which means you get to meet not just intelligent and impassioned people but also people that care about moving things forward, look around corners to make things happen and have huge ownership. There are a lot of entrepreneurs around here from a wealth of different backgrounds and I love working in an environment like that. 3. Customer obsession: in every role I have had, the absolute focus is on making the customer experience better. That is fun and really rewarding as you see the decisions you make either have a positive impact for customers or maybe you got it wrong. In either case, the customer is at the center and a constant focus. I would much rather obsess about that and let the outputs happen as they do. Maybe this is all a bit cheesy but, hey, this is how I feel and why I am still here. It’s still Day 1 folks, at least in my world.

Tomorrow I start a new position with Amazon and, as part of that, this little kit is getting retired. I know it looks dirty, but it's actually smelling of fabric softener. It's just stained from hours and hours on the floor with the team (and with the parcels). Those stains are both whitenesses and the consequence of a long journey, one that I am very proud of. Three years ago, when I joined, I started developing a process. It started "on paper", but then I went to the floor and tested it. It could be better. I improved it, tried it again. I could be better. I improved it again and we went on this dance for a while. I got to know it inside out, until I knew it so well, I felt comfortable to share it, teach it. I knew anyone could do it and I knew exactly what it still needed to be better. At this point, with the suport of the most phenomenal team, we created a road map to scale it. A lot of tech involved to address all those opportunities I knew all too well and my "baby process" transformed into something much biger, much greater and much beter than that first draft and it will continue to do so over the next year. This high-vis helped me on this great journey of professional growth and, despite never thinking I would say this, I will miss wearing orange. Those stains? Well, they are proof of how hands on I am, but also proof of the diference that a perseverant Compliance Manager and 3 years can make. We part ways, my process and I, but just so we can both keep growing, scalling, changing and evolving. I am in peace knowing I leave it on the best hands possible. Thank you to all my co-workers (and friends) who made the past 3 years so amazing. I am sure (and hope) our paths will cross again. And now, I start afresh. <3 #orangeisthenewblack #amazon #highvislife #handson #thankyou #peccy #AmazonShipping

Looking at joining Amazon? I look into the 4 things you will learn at Amazon in the first 30 days.

Moving on from Amazon after 7 Incredible Peaks! As the 2023 Holiday Peak season concludes, so does my incredible journey at Amazon. After 7 impactful years, I'm embarking on new adventures and challenges in 2024, and I couldn't be more excited! I'm deeply grateful for my time at Amazon and the countless leaders who believed in me, empowering me to grow and thrive. Joining in 2017, fresh off terminal leave from the Navy, I had no idea what incredible experiences awaited. Over the years, I've had the privilege of: -Contributing to the growth of multiple organizations, scaling businesses by significant percentages. -Traveling across the US, supporting hundreds of building launches. -Leading and growing extraordinary teams, always humbled by the talented folks that build great things! Of all the accomplishments, the privilege of working alongside smart and inspiring individuals stands out as the true highlight. Their dedication, expertise, and friendship is what I will remember the most. A special thank you to Casey Thigpen, MS, Brandon Preston, Russell Rodgers - CFM, Craig Adams, and Karen Schlobohm, MS for their unwavering support and guidance throughout the last 7 years. Your mentorship had an immense impact on my career, and I'll forever value your wisdom and encouragement. As I prepare for this new chapter, I'm reflecting on valuable lessons learned at Amazon: Leadership is a privilege, not a right. "Everybody is somebody to someone" perfectly summarizes how to treat people on your teams. Treating you team with respect, compassion and empathy always yields the best results! Continuous progress is key. Setting ambitious goals, collaborating with your team, and celebrating achievements together compounds success and builds a contagious environment. Humility builds trust. Actively seeking feedback, listening with an open mind, and giving credit where due strengthens relationships and creates a culture where people are willing to take risks to do something great! Now, it's time for a well-deserved break and recharge with family before hitting the ground running in 2024! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone!

It's bittersweet, but we've finally arrived; today is my last working day at Amazon. I sent a note this morning sharing some personal takeaways from the last 5.5 years. I'll share those with my broader LinkedIn network here: 1. Fail, but fail fast, and learn from your mistakes. Being at Amazon means you get to experiment and innovate at scale. Remember nobody expects perfection, and oftentimes, striving for perfection can hamstring our ability to get things done quickly or within a window of opportunity. Depending on the circumstances, lean-into making decisions using high judgment in the absence of complete information. Then, correct the errors and establish mechanisms to avoid those things happening again; it’s all part of building. 2. Maintain a -healthy- level of imposter syndrome. Learn to accept you’ll never have all the answers, and understand this doesn’t make you “less than”, but don’t let it paralyze you. Get comfortable being uncomfortable, and don’t forget you were hired for a reason. Personally, I believe we’re products of our choices, not our circumstances, and what you choose to do with your ignorance says more than the ignorance itself. Never stop learning. Anyone who knows me knows my motto: “Fake it till you make it” – this has served me well over the years, and has enabled me to walk into ambiguous situations with confidence and an insatiable desire to learn. 3. Bring people along. This one comes with a story. When I joined Amazon, I hit the lottery with a leader who was invested in my success. They pulled me into their office one day during Forte season to chat through a piece of critical feedback I’d received from a peer. While I was performing well, what I failed to realize at the time was because I was so focused on my own growth, I didn’t think to force multiply and bring my peers along. They said (to paraphrase): Picture a chain of islands, and the island your team is on is slowly sinking into the ocean. To survive, you have to swim to the next island. In the short time you’ve been here, you jumped into the water without hesitation and got 75% of the way to the next island, only to finally look back and realize the rest of your team hasn’t yet dipped their toes in the water. The story ended positively in that I heard the lesson, and went back to each of my team members to reconcile and clarify my intentions. 5 years later and I’ve never forgotten this. Success isn’t linear, and it certainly isn’t a one-person show. We can all win, and as cliché as it sounds, teamwork really does make the dream work. It’s well worth the extra time and effort to “float all boats.” I’m looking forward to sitting in the stillness and taking an intentional pause to rest. I’ll spend January reflecting on my non-negotiables, re-committing to wellness and routine, and spending lots of time curled up with my partner and pets, before gearing up for whatever professional endeavor may be next. Happy holidays and take good care, Christian

🚀 Embarking on my journey with Amazon back in 2019 was a pivotal moment that set the stage for incredible growth. Leading the Amazon Prime team for a remarkable 2.5 years was a privilege, and the experience ignited a fire within me to carve out my path. And so, I took the plunge and founded, Avaneka a spice brand, in my hometown. The journey was like a complex woven pattern of tough times and victories. I had to figure out government permits, create perfect product designs, carefully choose suppliers, and manage a group of distributors – all while quickly moving around on my scooter. Every step taught me something important about strength and determination. Sometimes things went well, sometimes not so much. After 1.7 years, unforeseen circumstances led me to a crossroads, prompting the discontinuation of Avaneka. Some people might say I failed, but I think of it as a way to learn. It's like knowing what not to do next time. Even though I'm at a low point in my career now, I believe this is just a pause, not a failure. Lots of people go through this, and it's hard, but I'm sure things will get better. Surrounded by an incredible support system of friends who are steadfast in their belief in me, I realize that such phases are universal. They are moments of transformation, destined to empower us with the wisdom and fortitude needed for the next phase of our voyage. The upcoming decade holds the promise of defining moments, and I'm determined to embrace them with unwavering energy. If you're going through a hard time, remember that it's part of life. Keep going, and things will change. I promise. People like us have the strength to make things happen. Trust in your abilities and the universe; we are bound to rise. 🌟 #keepgoing #nevergiveup #newopportunities #journeycontinues #resilience #newbeginnings2023