Examine and describe Satya Nadella’s assessment of the issues facing Microsoft when he became CEO. Discuss three strategic steps that Nadella took to address these challenges and transform the company’s culture, as outlined in the case study.

Purpose: Understand how strategic leaders can transform organizations and regain a competitive advantage.

Discussion questions:

1. Analyze the managerial succession market approach that Microsoft utilized in selecting Satya Nadella as their CEO. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this approach and provide reasons why companies may opt for this type of succession planning. Utilize information from Section 12-3 of the textbook to support your answer. (10 Points)
2. Examine and describe Satya Nadella’s assessment of the issues facing Microsoft when he became CEO. Discuss three strategic steps that Nadella took to address these challenges and transform the company’s culture, as outlined in the case study. (5 Points)
3. Explain how Satya Nadella’s background and prior experiences influenced his leadership style at Microsoft. Analyze the unique characteristics of Nadella’s strategic leadership approach referencing concepts from concepts discussed in class and the chapter. (5 Points)
4. Bonus Question: Explain two concrete ways in which you plan to adopt and embody a growth mindset after completing your studies at GSU. Define what a growth mindset means to you and provide specific examples of how you plan to implement this philosophy in your personal and professional life. (3 Bonus Points)