a. What did Nadella bring in terms of his own background (professional and personal) that
helped him to be successful in stepping into the CEO role?
b. What makes Nadella an “authentic leader”? What actions did he take that demonstrate he
believes in role-model management? Include references to course materials to support your
position.
c. What characteristics does Nadella display that most closely align to traits you have, or aspire
to develop, in your own leadership style? How are you most different from him in your
leadership style?
d. Why is it important for leaders to take (appropriate) risks?