Coming up for heir: News Corp in uncharted waters with Lachlan Murdoch at the helm

Murdoch Jr does not have the same love for print as father Rupert but newspapers' influence remains a drawcard for the new boss

Lachlan Murdoch started his leadership training at News Corp more than three decades ago, but exactly how he will steer the media empire remains largely unknown after the decision by his father to step aside.

There have been times when Rupert Murdoch's eldest son and nominated successor has forged his own path in business - and the record is patchy.