Amazon Writing Standards

Amazon has a distinctive "no PowerPoint" culture that emphasizes narrative memos and clear, data-driven communication. This skill provides guidelines for rewriting content following Amazon's internal writing standards.

Core Writing Rules

Apply these six principles to all Amazon-style documents:

1. Narrative Structure

Write in complete narrative form with logical flow from beginning to middle to end. No bullet points or slide-style formatting. The document tells a complete story where all information connects logically. Each paragraph builds on the previous one, leading to a coherent and persuasive argument.

2. Conciseness and Clarity

Use simple, straightforward language. Avoid jargon and acronyms unless spelled out on first use. Keep sentences under 30 words when possible. If specialized terms are necessary, provide brief explanations. The reader should understand the topic without needing supporting documents.

3. Data Over Adjectives

Replace vague qualifiers with specific, quantifiable data and metrics: