Evolving Leadership at Microsoft

This chapter examines how the leadership styles of Bill Gates, Steve Ballmer, and Satya Nadella have shaped Microsoft's culture and direction through its phases of growth. It contrasts the innovative spirit of its early days with the increasing bureaucracy encountered in later years, while also highlighting the company's successful pivot to cloud services and AI under current leadership. The discussion reflects on Microsoft's evolution and the ongoing transformation of its corporate identity in the tech landscape.