Please read the Michael Boulos: A Career Derailed case, and then discuss the following questions
1. How would you describe Michael Bouloss career at Astra? Please describe the personal characteristics,
competencies, character, and commitment that made Boulos successful.
2. What signs were there in Bouloss background and history that could have predicted some of the issues
that materialized after his promotion?
3. Should Boulos have been fired? How will he handle his firing? Should he contest it?
4. Can Boulos change? At what stage in his career should he have changed?
5. How well did management help Boulos in his career development?
