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Q Case Study: Reed Hastings – Netflix (Pages 222-223 of the textbook) QThe report should be designed as a management document that can be used to implement recommended changes. It should include a comprehensive analysis of the current situation using leadership theories, models and frameworks. The report should clearly explain the various options available and analyse the consequences of these. Students are expected to engage in extensive research within the academic literature relating to leadership.1. Analyse the following questions based on the case scenario. You need to present and evaluate the facts and explore the hidden leadership principles behind these facts. o How did Hastings change his use of communications in sending and receiving messages from Pure Software to Netflix? o How did Hastings change his use of feedback from Pure Software to Netflix? o How did Hastings change his use of coaching guidelines from Pure Software to Netflix? o Which conflict management style did Hastings tend to use at Pure and Netflix? o In making a deal with Epix, which conflict management style was most likely used by Netflix? 2. How would you improve Netflix's product offerings (i.e., what things can't you watch that you would like to w atch) or processes (i.e., how can it improve its delivery or service)? 3. Which level or levels of analysis and leadership paradigm are presented in this case, and did Hastings use the management or leadership paradigm? 4. How did Hastings Big Five model of personality leadership traits change from Pure Software to Netflix? 5. Which University of Iowa leadership styles did Hastings use at Pure Software and Netflix? 6. Explain how power, organizational politics, networking, and negotiation are, or are not, discussed in the case.