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The Knowledge at Wharton Network Acast feed serves as a curated showcase highlighting the best content from our podcast collection. Each week, we feature one standout episode from each show in the Wharton Podcast Network, giving listeners a comprehensive sample of our diverse business and academic content. This rotating selection allows audiences to discover new shows within our network while experiencing the depth and variety of Wharton's thought leadership across different topics and formats. It's your monthly gateway to explore the full spectrum of insights available through the Wharton Podcast Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 2, 2018 • 23min
Why Empathy Is More Than Standing in Another’s Shoes
A new book about empathy finds that the idea of putting oneself in another’s shoes is changing but still offers many rewards for individuals and organizations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 1, 2018 • 16min
Why Top Performers Quit When the Going Gets Tough
When facing adversity favorites are more likely to walk away than underdogs new Wharton research finds. The reason: potential embarrassment over not meeting expectations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 30, 2018 • 28min
How the U.S. Ban on ZTE Could Disrupt Telecom Supply Chains
The U.S. ban on exports to China’s ZTE is justifiable but a balance needs to be found to protect trade and technological development experts say. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 26, 2018 • 29min
Will a $1 Billion Fine Change Wells Fargo?
Wells Fargo needs a significant culture change that makes top executives more accountable experts say. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 26, 2018 • 18min
Stretching Sustainable Development Funds
The International Finance Corporation deploys a novel approach to boost private sector development in emerging nations for maximum impact. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 25, 2018 • 53min
Unlocking Serendipity Is the Key to Life Science Breakthroughs
Serendipity plays a big role in life-science innovation since breakthroughs often are unintended consequences. Yet despite the seeming randomness this creative process can be managed -- and improved say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 24, 2018 • 27min
Managing the Dark Side of Workplace Friendships
Friendships in the workplace are valuable. But Wharton research shows they can also lead to complexities and challenges for those inside and outside the circle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 24, 2018 • 21min
How Long Can the ’Chinese Miracle’ Last?
China’s debt-fueled growth is unsustainable and a time of reckoning is coming argues the author of a new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 24, 2018 • 27min
What to Expect from a Post-Castro Cuba
Cuba has a new leader Miguel Diaz-Canel. But former president Raul Castro remains in a position of control over the key drivers of the country’s economy experts say. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 20, 2018 • 46min
For Haier’s Zhang Ruimin Success Means Creating the Future
The chairman and CEO of the Haier Group believes that the company’s user-centric model of micro enterprises is a key pillar of growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
