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The CEO’s Influence on Organizational Outcomes at Microsoft: A Perspective on Transformational Leadership in the Tech Sector

Mouna Boutamine* and Sarah Benlaharche**

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62206/sajm.31.2.2024.7-27

PUBLISHED : 30 AUG 2024

Abstract

This study thoroughly examines the CEO’s transformational leadership style at Microsoft, using a mix of descriptive and analytical methods. It collects and analyzes data from various sources, including scholarly articles and reputable publications. The methodology focuses on two main aspects: describing transformational leadership and Microsoft-related concepts, and analyzing collected data to understand how transformational leadership impacts Microsoft’s outcomes, and subsequently translate findings into actionable insights. The study’s results highlight the CEO’s outstanding leadership abilities and forward-thinking approach, both of which significantly contribute to his effectiveness as a transformational leader within the organization, while the hierarchical leadership structure at Microsoft, overseen by the CEO, fosters a culture of voluntary followership, thereby influencing the achievement of organizational objectives. Additionally, the processed data reveals a strong positive correlation between CEO transformational leadership behaviors and Microsoft’s outcomes, particularly in terms of organizational commitment to vision achievement and the CEO’s capacity to inspire creativity and innovation among employees. In conclusion, the study advocates for further research to explore additional factors, including potential limitations of this leadership style, across various contexts and environments.

Key Words

CEO transformational leadership, CEO behaviors, Microsoft, Microsoft’s outcomes, Satya Nadella

Author Biography

Mouna Boutamine
PhD Student, INIF Research Laboratory, University of Oum El Bouaghi, Algeria. E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Sarah Benlaharche
Associate Professor, COFIFAS Research Laboratory, University of Oum El Bouaghi, Algeria. E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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