In-House Company with a BPO SetupThe good thingsVery welcoming, especially for career shifters like me. As a first-time call center agent, I appreciated the people-centered management (this was during 2022-2023, realistic expectations, and fun activities that made work enjoyable.
The challengesAmazon now places a strong emphasis on numbers, often making employees feel like they’re just metrics. Targets are increasingly unrealistic, with frequent changes in policies. To meet expectations, you're required to maintain near-perfect scores—only 1 DSAT to every 19 CSATs. Much of this pressure comes from leadership’s push to make the site #1 globally, mainly to impress US management.
You’ll also be asked for your preferred schedule every two months, but in most cases, WF and OM make the final decision. Often, you're assigned a schedule that’s far from your stated preference. LOL