This Week in Business
This Week in Business
Bringing together top leaders, innovators and renowned faculty from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania discussing topics that matter to consumers and the business world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 22, 2023 • 13min
What to Do When You’re Feeling Anxious at Work
Maurice Schweitzer, a Wharton professor specializing in operations, information, and decisions, sheds light on managing workplace anxiety. He discusses how to transform anxiety into excitement by focusing on positive outcomes. Schweitzer emphasizes the importance of rituals as coping mechanisms and shares a fascinating case study on how singing can help reduce anxiety levels. He also outlines essential strategies for leaders to identify triggers and effectively assist their teams in overcoming anxiety, ultimately enhancing productivity.
May 18, 2023 • 13min
Pharma Companies Are Taking Away Risk Through Spinoffs: Here's Why
David Hsu, Wharton Professor of Management, joins the show to discuss J&J's Biggest IPO since 2021 and why pharmaceutical companies are increasingly spinning off their consumer-focused brands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 16, 2023 • 13min
Gail Simmons: Female Leaders Will Inspire More Women to Join the Restaurant Industry
Gail Simmons, Culinary Expert, Author and Top Chef Judge, joins the show to discuss how to increase opportunities for women in the restaurant industry. This interview originally aired as part of Wharton Business Daily's Mother's Day special. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 15, 2023 • 10min
Why the U.S. Treasury May Run Out of Funds in June
Lower than expected capital gains taxes and delayed filings are the main suspects behind the cash crunch, according to Alexander Arnon, the Director of Business Tax and Economic Analysis at the Penn Wharton Budget Model. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 11, 2023 • 8min
What Can We Learn from the First Republic Bank Failure?
Peter Conti-Brown, Wharton Associate Professor of Financial Regulation, joins the show to discuss the First Republic Bank failure and his insights on how to build more trust in the banking system. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 8, 2023 • 19min
As AI Transforms Our Lives, We Need to Build Trust in the Technology: Here's Why
Miriam Vogel, CEO of EqualAI, joins the show to talk about promoting responsible AI governance to ensure that we benefit from the best of what the technology as to offer. Miriam was a speaker at the Analytics at Wharton and Marketing Science Institute Conference on AI and Analytics that took place May 4-5, 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 8, 2023 • 13min
Why Category Killers Can’t Survive
Wharton marketing professor John Zhang says category killers are passé, and the demise of Bed Bath & Beyond proves it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 4, 2023 • 11min
With High Inflation, the Cost of Not Minding Your Money Has Gone Up
David Musto, Wharton Professor of Finance, joins the show to discuss financial literacy and educating immigrant populations how the United States financial system works. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 2, 2023 • 17min
Sen. Mark Warner: Congress Gets a Failing Grade for Regulating Social Media
Senator Mark Warner (D-VA) joins the show to talk about the potential Congressional TikTok ban and how some states are taking matters into their own hands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 26, 2023 • 12min
Environmental Issues Are Important to Those Living in Poverty: Here's Why
Wharton Assistant Professor of Business Economics & Public Policy Susanna Berkouwer joins the show to discuss energy efficiency, climate change, and the socioeconomic groups impacted the most by global warming.This interview originally aired as part of Wharton Business Daily's ESG special. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
