Rejected 4 times and got the offer 5th time :) It was definitely worth the wait as well as a great learning experience.

Background
Status: Experienced, BS and MS in CS
Position: Business Analyst at Amazon
Location: Seattle, WA

Attempts

1. 2016 Failed at onsite as the position was closed
2. 2018 Failed 1st phone round
3. 2019 Failed 1st phone round
4. 2019 Failed 1st phone round
5. 2020 2 teams fighting for me(HIRED)

Preparation

1. Leetcode - All SQL questions
2. Interviewgene to understand the Leadership Principles
3. Code Academy - Statistics, Data Visualization and DS
4. Case questions - Google and Youtube ( just 2-3 days)
5. Youtube and Udemy - Tableau

Takeaways

1. Really the most important thing that Amazon is looking for a BA role is cultural fit which means 14 LPs. Then comes Dashboarding and SQL skills.
2. I think it wasn't until my last attempt when I really got all LPs correct and understood what Amazon is looking for in a candidate.
3. Write down all the stories from your past experiences that showcase the LPs. I would say prepare 15-20 before the onsite.
4. Lastly, just take your time to prepare and then set your interviews accordingly. Do not rush. Do not panic while preparing. Take one day at a time and focus.

I am sure if I can do it so can you. Believe in yourself and good luck!

Comment below if you've any questions. Happy to answer :)