The only way to get out of a tight box is to invent your way out.

Analysis

The quote appears verbatim in the Fast Company article titled “Jeff Bezos on the Future of Amazon” published in 2011. The article includes the line, “The only way to get out of a tight box is to invent your way out,” attributed to Bezos during the interview. No evidence suggests the quote was altered or taken out of context.

Background

Jeff Bezos often emphasizes innovation as a solution to constraints, a theme that recurs in his public remarks. The 2011 Fast Company interview focused on Amazon’s strategy and Bezos’s philosophy on problem‑solving. This statement aligns with his broader messaging about invention and disruption.

Verdict summary

Jeff Bezos made this statement in the 2011 Fast Company interview.

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