Under Tim Cook’s leadership as CEO, Apple achieved unprecedented financial growth. As HBS professor David Yoffie explains to HBR editor at large Adi Ignatius in this week’s HBR Executive Agenda, Cook’s success was driven by his authentic leadership style, his ability to navigate complex geopolitical landscapes, and his disciplined focus. While he faced criticism during his tenure, Cook leaves the company in a position of global dominance as he transitions to the role of executive chairperson.

Market researcher IDC says the Apple CEO transition marks ‘the most consequential leadership change in consumer technology in years’.

Tim Cook's 15-year tenure at the helm of Apple was highly profitable for Wall Street, as the company's market cap swelled from $350 billion to $4 trillion.

Incoming CEO John Ternus said he was "lucky" to have worked under Apple founder Steve Jobs and considers Tim Cook his mentor.

"[Tim] Cook is one of the best listeners I've ever encountered," says Kim Scott, author of "Radical Candor" who was a faculty member at Apple University.

Under Tim Cook’s leadership as CEO, Apple achieved unprecedented financial growth. As HBS professor David Yoffie explains to HBR editor at large Adi Ignatius in this week’s HBR…