Masters of Scale Microsoft’s Satya Nadella: Why we need re-founders
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Sep 13, 2022 
Satya Nadella, Chairman and CEO of Microsoft, revolutionized the company's culture by fostering collaboration and openness after transitioning from a competitive environment. He emphasizes the importance of 're-founders' in guiding companies through change, illustrating this with Microsoft's journey and its transformative leadership style. Nadella shares insights on the crucial role of authentic leadership and employer branding in attracting talent. Brian Adams, an expert in employer branding, joins the conversation, highlighting adaptability in today's dynamic work landscape.
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Nadella's Unexpected Path to CEO
- Satya Nadella was uncertain about becoming Microsoft CEO, even up to the last minute.
- He prioritized asking questions and building open communication, unlike previous CEOs.
Be Authentic, Reset the Culture
- Embrace authenticity in leadership; don't try to emulate predecessors.
- A "reset" is needed to establish your own purpose, mission, and culture.
The Role of a Re-founder
- Late-stage co-founders, even without being there from the start, articulate what was previously implied.
- They refresh mission and culture, enabling new growth phases, like Satya Nadella at Microsoft.
