Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hit Refresh | 2017 | Satya Nadella | Buy |
Hit Refresh (2017) is Satya Nadella’s account of his life, his leadership philosophy, and his plans for Microsoft’s future. The book combines autobiography with business strategy, covering everything from Nadella’s childhood in India to his decision-making as CEO of one of the world’s most valuable companies.
The book arrived at a moment when Microsoft was undergoing a visible transformation under Nadella’s leadership. His emphasis on empathy as a management principle and his pivot toward cloud services and AI marked a departure from the company’s earlier reputation. As a single-book entry, Hit Refresh stands as a snapshot of that transitional period and Nadella’s thinking at the time.