Focus on: The Best of Wharton@Work

As we head into the final stage of summer, the global economic scene continues to provide plenty of drama. In this issue, we revisit three of our most popular articles from the past year, with practical wisdom and strategies on how to stay above the fray, promote change from within, and think your way out of a downturn. A new book by Wharton marketing faculty offers advice to financial advisors. And we invite you to register now for one of our upcoming programs this fall.

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In the Classroom I

A Test of Leadership: Keeping Your Head in Stressful Times

(January 2009)
Times of high uncertainty and change are the true test of leadership. Leaders who can remain calm in high-stress environments can make better decisions and help others stay focused, say faculty of Wharton's Leading and Managing People program. More

In the Classroom II

To Change Others, Change Yourself

(July 2008)
To change others, you first need to understand how your own mind works. The academic co-director of Wharton's Building Relationships That Work program discusses how to redesign your thinking and behavior. More

Thought Leaders I

Strategies to Think Your Way Out of a Downturn

(October 2008)
In an environment with limited resources, it is more important than ever for managers to think creatively and rigorously about strategy. Wharton Professor Harbir Singh, academic co-director of Wharton's Strategic Thinking and Management program, offers insights on strategies for tough times. More

Thought Leaders II

Marketing for Financial Advisors: Build Your Business, Bring in Clients, and Establish Your Brand

A new book by three Wharton marketing professors offers timely advice for financial advisors and anyone in the services industry: treat your practice like a small business, or you will be put out of business. More

July Poll Results

View Wharton@Work readers' response to the question "How has your organization’s approach to strategy changed over the past year?" More

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