Wharton@Work February 2024

Agility, foresight, and resiliency are today’s leadership essentials. To view this email as a web page, [click here]() [Wharton At Work Header]() February 2024 [Three Things All New Managers Should Be Doing]() MANAGEMENT [Three Things All New Managers Should Be Doing]() New managers typically receive no training for their new role. A Wharton expert shares advice on how to succeed. [Read More »]() [Fixed Income Investing: Seizing on a Lucrative Opportunity]() FINANCE [Fixed-Income Investing: Seizing a Lucrative Opportunity]() Higher interest rates are bringing renewed attention to fixed-income investments. To reap the rewards, you must understand the opportunity and avoid the risks. [Read More »]() [Deb Giffen on Leadership Education Today]() WHARTON SPOTLIGHT [Wharton Executive Education’s Deb Giffen on Leadership Education]() Director of Custom Programs Deb Giffen shares insights on leadership education and skills leaders need most today. [Read More »]() [Giving Feedback that Works: Plant the Seeds of Confidence]() NANO TOOLS FOR LEADERS® [Giving Feedback that Works: Plant Seeds of Confidence]() Change the way you give feedback and get better results: three research-based ideas show you how to build your team’s confidence to improve performance. [Read More »]() Upcoming Featured Programs [classroom participants]() [Advanced Finance Program]() Flexible Learning Journey Accelerate your career by mastering multiple in-demand disciplines within the finance industry. This comprehensive, tailored learning journey takes you through six open-enrollment programs — each led by Wharton’s renowned Finance faculty. Upon completion, you will be granted highly sought-after Wharton alumni status. [Apply Now »]() [classroom participants]() NEW [Fixed Income and Credit Market Investing]() Apr. 2–5, 2024 | Philadelphia, PA Fixed-income investing and risk management have become more important as near-zero interest rates fade into memory. Though the market presents challenges, these new fixed-income products offer an attractive opportunity for investment. Wharton Finance faculty and industry experts combine academic research with proven strategies to empower participants to engage in fixed-income investing and risk management. [Apply Now »]() [classroom participants]() NEW [Health Care Leadership and Management: Leading Through Change]() Apr. 29–May 3, 2024 | Philadelphia, PA In order to successfully lead within the ever-changing health care environment, you need a deeper understanding of the shifting technologies, trends, economics, and dynamics within the ecosystem. Health Care Leadership and Management: Leading Through Change leverages the world-renowned Wharton MBA and Wharton's Health Care Management program faculty to provide unparalleled perspective on the health care industry while strengthening your key leadership skills and overall business acumen. You’ll return to your organization ready to make an immediate impact across all areas with the enhanced decision-making abilities and in-depth skills you need to cultivate innovation and propel your organization forward. [Apply Now »]() [classroom participants]() NEW [Generative AI and Business Transformation]() Mar. 4–7, 2024 | San Francisco, CA The emergence of generative AI has the potential to launch companies into game-changing growth. In order to successfully leverage its potential, you need a comprehensive understanding of generative AI technology, platforms, and large language models — as well as insight into acceptance barriers. Generative AI and Business Transformation leverages thought leadership from the world-renowned AI research center at the Wharton School to provide an in-depth analysis of the technology and transformative capabilities of generative AI. 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