The Elephant in the Room: Why Silly Corporate Buzzwords Catch On
Why does corporate America use silly buzzwords like ‘low-hanging fruit’? Author James Sudakow explains. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 14, 2017•23 min
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Trump the Dollar and Trade – What’s Ahead
While President Trump appears to have softened some of his contentious stances on trade and currency levels regarding China and Japan plenty of policy uncertainty remains. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 14, 2017•20 min
Why Humans Distrust Algorithms – and How That Can Change
Many people are averse to using algorithms when making decisions preferring to rely on their instincts. New Wharton research says a simple adjustment can help them feel differently. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 13, 2017•13 min
Will Small Investors See the End of Hidden Commissions?
The Trump administration’s review of the fiduciary rule for financial advisors brings uncertainty to retirement planning but investors could still protect themselves says Wharton’s Kent Smetters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 10, 2017•22 min
Do ‘Sin Taxes’ Really Change Consumer Behavior?
Imposing taxes on products that have negative effects on health can theoretically lower consumption. But do these policies help consumers to make better choices? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 10, 2017•26 min
Repealing Dodd-Frank: What’s the Likely Fallout?
Some tweaks to the Dodd-Frank Act are in order but Trump’s proposed changes will leave the financial system far more vulnerable say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 10, 2017•23 min
How Will Corporate America’s New Political Boldness Affect Its Brands?
Companies ranging from Budweiser to Airbnb took a political stand during this year’s Super Bowl through television ads. Will they alienate stakeholders? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 09, 2017•24 min
Good News for Messy People: How Disorder Can Contribute to Success
When companies impose tidiness rules employees will hate the space hate the company hate everything says author Tim Harford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 07, 2017•26 min
What Ostriches Can Teach Us About Risk
A new book by Wharton professors Howard Kunreuther and Robert Meyer offers an innovative solution for addressing the biases that prevent people and groups from adequately preparing for disasters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 07, 2017•25 min
Why the Twittersphere Helped Donald Trump Win
Wharton research shows that sensational tweets have staying power aiding Donald Trump’s ascent during the Republican primary debates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 03, 2017•14 min
How to Regulate Innovation -- Without Killing It
Regulations don’t always evolve as quickly as technological change -- at least that’s the perception. So what should policy makers and regulators do? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 03, 2017•21 min
Lone Wolf: The Legacy of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia
With Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch being compared to Antonin Scalia it’s a good time to revisit Scalia’s legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 02, 2017•22 min
Cutting Regulations: How Far Can Trump Go?
President Donald Trump has promised corporations he will cut regulations by 75%. What will this mean for business and the environment? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 31, 2017•28 min
How the Immigration Ban Will Impact U.S. Businesses
Though temporary the Trump administration’s immigration ban could undermine the long-term reputation of the U.S. as a reliable place to do business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 31, 2017•24 min
TPP: Why the U.S. Withdrawal Could Be a Boon for China
Experts say that President Trump’s move to withdraw from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) paves the way for China to forge its own deals with other countries and dominate the world’s major trading regions and routes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 27, 2017•23 min
The Risks of Reviving the Keystone and Dakota Access Pipelines
Experts from Wharton and elsewhere discuss the implications of Donald Trump’s recent move. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 27, 2017•26 min
Why Product Recommendations Can Lead to Bad Decisions
New Wharton research reveals some surprising data about how consumers react to specific language used in recommendations and reviews and why that language could lead some astray. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 26, 2017•9 min
What a NATO Exit Would Mean for the U.S. and Europe
President Donald Trump last week rattled many European leaders when he described the 28-member North Atlantic Treaty Organization as “obsolete.” What’s ahead for U.S.-Europe relations? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 25, 2017•30 min
Will the Trump Administration Embrace the ’One China’ Policy?
Two Penn experts discuss the latest economic developments in China and Chinese officials’ reactions to what is happening in Washington. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 24, 2017•26 min
Why Smart Machines Will Boost Emotional Intelligence
Virtual reality robotics and AI will spark a new appreciation for uniquely human traits like collaboration and emotional intelligence in organizations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 24, 2017•24 min
What Changes Are Ahead for the Affordable Care Act?
President Trump has signed an executive order to begin dismantling parts of Obamacare. Is it possible to keep some aspects of the health care plan but not others? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 23, 2017•27 min
The Emotion That Leads to Deception
Wharton research shows that spillover anger -- not sadness or another emotion -- leads to deception. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 23, 2017•15 min
Obama’s Scorecard: Hits Misses and His Ongoing Legacy
Barack Obama led a committed and mostly scandal-free White House but he could have forged consensus on key issues with more persuasive communication say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 20, 2017•29 min
Why Early-stage Investors Tend to Trust Their Gut
“Gut feel” plays a surprisingly important role in decision-making by early-stage angel investors according to new research by Wharton’s Laura Huang. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 20, 2017•13 min
Dressing-down: The Fashion Industry’s Reaction to the Trump Inauguration
The refusal of leading fashion designers to craft outfits for Melania and Ivanka Trump is about taking a stance and bowing to a public outcry say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 19, 2017•24 min
The Biggest Risks Facing the World in 2017
As the World Economic Forum convenes in Davos Switzerland a new report warns of the greatest challenges global leaders will face over the next decade. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 19, 2017•24 min
Building a Better Earned Income Tax Credit
Recent Wharton research suggests that redefining who is eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit in the U.S. may make it more effective. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 19, 2017•7 min
’Speaking American’: Regions Accents and the Subtleties of Language
The New York Times’ Josh Katz discusses his compendium of colloquialisms and why people from various regions speak differently. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 18, 2017•22 min
Do Online Reviews Matter to Businesses?
Customer reviews affect the business of online marketplaces in surprising ways Wharton research finds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 17, 2017•13 min
The Right Way to Do Mobile Marketing
Consumers spend 25% of their time on mobile devices yet advertisers spend just 12% of their dollars there. That’s about to change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 13, 2017•20 min
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