Narayana Murthy's Inspiring Letter to His Daughter

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What is the core mission of Microsoft, according to Qi Lu?

To empower people to 'do more' of what they care about

What will be the focus of Microsoft in the future?

To reimagine and do new things for a mobile and cloud-first world

What will Microsoft welcome to its family soon?

Nokia devices and services

What is the goal that Microsoft has mostly achieved in the developed world?

To have a PC on every desk and home Signup and view all the answers

What sets Microsoft apart from others?

Its ability to harness the power of software and deliver it through devices and services Signup and view all the answers

Why is Microsoft uniquely positioned to make an impact?

Due to its unparalleled capability to make an impact Signup and view all the answers

According to the letter, how did becoming a father transform Narayan Murthy?

It transformed him in ways he could never have thought possible, and he could never go back to being the person he was before. Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of Akshata's birth on Narayan Murthy's interactions at the workplace?

His interactions became more thoughtful and measured. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Narayan Murthy and his wife decide to send Akshata to live with her grandparents in Hubli?

Because it was difficult to nurture a child and manage their careers side by side. Signup and view all the answers

What was Narayan Murthy's motivation for being a better person?

He wanted to set a good example for his daughter and not do anything wrong in her eyes. Signup and view all the answers

How did Narayan Murthy's relationship with the outside world change after becoming a father?

It became more considerate, dignified, and mature. Signup and view all the answers

Why was sending Akshata to live with her grandparents a hard decision for Narayan Murthy?

It took him time to come to terms with the decision. Signup and view all the answers

What was the writer's initial impression of Rishi?

The writer thought Rishi was brilliant, handsome, and honest, which explained why the writer's child had fallen for him. Signup and view all the answers

What was the writer's reaction to becoming a grandparent for the first time?

The writer felt a different kind of joy and wondered if they needed to behave like a wise old person, but then realized they could pamper their grandchild instead. Signup and view all the answers

What shared activity might the writer and Krishnaa engage in according to the letter?

The writer and Krishnaa might exchange notes and complain about the writer's child (Krishnaa's parent). Signup and view all the answers

What environmental message does the writer want to convey to their child?

The writer wants their child to take care of the planet and pass it on to Krishnaa in a better condition than they received it. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the author of the second letter?

Satya Nadella Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the date mentioned in the second letter?

February 4, 2014, is the day Satya Nadella became the CEO of Microsoft. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Narayan Murthy's Letter to His Daughter

Becoming a father transformed Narayan Murthy in ways that he could never have thought possible.
His daughter Akshata's arrival in his life brought unimaginable joy and a larger responsibility.
He felt a need to deal with every human being more sensitively and courteously.
Two months after Akshata's birth, they brought her to Mumbai, but struggled to balance nurturing a child and managing careers.
They decided to have Akshata spend her initial years with her grandparents in Hubli.

Narayan Murthy's Reflections

He realized that being a father raised the benchmark of his life in every aspect.
His interactions at the workplace became more thoughtful and measured.
He felt a sense of responsibility to set a good example for his daughter.

Satya Nadella's Email

Satya Nadella became the new CEO of Microsoft on February 4, 2014.
He felt humbled on his first day as CEO, reminiscent of his first day at Microsoft 22 years ago.
He acknowledged the company's mission and its ability to make an impact.
He emphasized the importance of reimagining the company's approach for a mobile and cloud-first world.
Microsoft's unique value proposition is empowering people to "do more" and creating platforms that generate broad opportunities.

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Read the heartfelt letter from Infosys founder Narayana Murthy to his daughter Akshata, where he expresses how fatherhood transformed him and brought new responsibilities. Take this quiz to understand his emotional journey as a father.