Wharton@Work September 2023

Turning Knowledge into Action To view this email as a web page, [click here]() [Wharton@Work]() September 2023 • Wharton Executive Education Newsletter Gain a Leadership Edge Wharton faculty translate research into actionable tools and insights — it’s a key reason why they frequently consult with the world’s top companies. This month we’re sharing some of their insights that can give you, and your organization, an edge. [The Little-Known Source of Power You Could Be Exercising Tomorrow]() LEADERSHIP [The Little-Known Source of Power You Could Use Tomorrow]() Influence without authority, avoid mistakes, and get promoted sooner by developing smart power, a little-known and infrequently used strategy. [Read More »]() [“Ideas Come from Everywhere:” Empowering Google’s Junior Marketers]() MARKETING [“Ideas Come from Everywhere”: Google’s Junior Marketers]() Google’s tools are well-used by marketers around the world, but what does marketing look like within Google? Here’s a rare glimpse. [Read More »]() [Maintaining Culture as You Scale: The Decisions that Matter]() STRATEGY [Maintaining Culture as You Scale: Decisions that Matter]() As a business grows, culture often weakens. Here’s how one leader learned to sustain it, no matter how many new employees he brings in to scale. [Read More »]() [Get It Done: Two Techniques to Fast-Track Your Goals]() NANO TOOLS FOR LEADERS® [Get It Done: Two Techniques to Fast-Track Your Goals]() Stop relying on willpower to get things done. It doesn’t work. Instead, try two science-based methods that rely on our desire for short-term gratification. [Read More »]() Upcoming Featured Programs [classroom participant]() [General Management Program]() Flexible Learning Journey On Campus + Online Invigorate, strengthen, and refine your leadership skills while elevating your management skills. Gain operational insight as you advance your business acumen with a focused curriculum that covers finance, leadership, marketing, and strategy. Accelerate your career while building an invaluable global network. Upon completion, you will be granted highly sought-after Wharton alumni status. [Learn More »]() [classroom participants]() [Advanced Management Program]() Oct. 1–Nov. 3, 2023 Philadelphia, PA Wharton’s flagship leadership program is a transformational and immersive program for senior executives who are at the peak of their careers. This intellectually rigorous and highly experiential program will define you as a leader and strengthen your strategic prowess. Upon completion, you will be granted highly sought-after Wharton alumni status. [Learn More »]() [classroom participants]() NEW [Leading Today’s Talent: Management Strategies for an Evolving Workforce]() Oct. 9–13, 2023 Philadelphia, PA For today’s leaders, navigating how to build and manage a team has proven more important and challenging than ever before, and attracting, motivating, and retaining talent is no longer a function reserved solely for HR. Staying ahead of the curve now requires both an evolved skillset and deep understanding of best practices, emerging trends, and technologies. This program equips participants with the proven skills required for successful people management — but through the much-needed lens of the ever-shifting future of work. [Learn More »]() [classroom participants]() [Finance and Accounting for the Non-Financial Manager]() Oct. 30–Nov. 3, 2023 Philadelphia, PA Learn how to use financial data to make more-informed business decisions and to evaluate your firm’s performance. Examine core concepts of finance and accounting in a straightforward, easy-to-grasp manner. [Learn More »]() Participant Stories About [Scaling Business for Profitable Growth](): Michael Weekley “At least 50 percent of the value of the program comes from the other participants. Since it ended, I've had four or five calls with people I met. One in particular was about starting another offshore office in the Philippines, where one of the fellows in the program has 80 people. He put me on a call with his COO about how they chose their location, how they chose their director, and other things to focus on. My HR director and I had an hour-and-a-half call with him. It was incredibly informative.” MICHAEL WEEKLEY, CEO, Eagle Point Solutions and HT Building Products [Open-Enrollment Programs for Individuals]() Wharton Executive Education programs enhance leadership skills and advance business acumen. - [Comprehensive Executive Programs]() - [Leadership and Management]() - [Finance and Wealth Management]() - [Marketing]() - [Strategy and Innovation]() - [All Programs]() [Download Calendar]() [Download Program Calendar]() Find the program that meets your needs. 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