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Can Tesla Avoid a Breakdown?

Tesla is ahead of its competition in many regards — and, despite some recent controversial comments, CEO Elon Musk is considered to be a big reason why. But will the company’s first-mover advantage pay off?

Why Monarchies Rule When It Comes to Standard of Living

New research by Wharton’s Mauro Guillen explores how the long-term effects of monarchies are good for economies.

Lowering Drug Prices: Will the Cost Outweigh the Cure?

President Trump’s recently announced plan to lower prescription drug prices could benefit consumers in the short run, but it may end up hurting new drug development, experts say.

Five Ways Companies Can Be More Nimble

Companies value the benefits of agility. But they must do it strategically using five kinds of agility, writes Vivekin CEO Baba Prasad in his book, 'Nimble.'

LinkedIn’s Jeff Weiner: How Compassion Builds Better Companies

It’s hard to make better decisions faster when a company's culture lacks trust and empathy, according to LinkedIn CEO Jeff Weiner.

BlackRock’s Diversity Chief: Do Your Employees Feel They Belong?

Diverse teams make better decisions and are more resilient over time, says BlackRock's Jonathan McBride.

Where’s the Value? An Inside Look at Walmart’s Flipkart Deal

The $16 billion transaction says a lot about India’s e-commerce ecosystem, writes former Snapdeal exec Rajat Kumar in this opinion piece.

Going Viral: How to Save Society from Deadly Epidemics

Is it possible to end all epidemics? Harvard Medical School's Jonathan Quick says there are steps public institutions can -- but don't -- take to protect society.

How Social Networks Contribute to the Spread of Unproven Innovations

New Wharton research examines which kinds of innovations spread more quickly than others in different networks, the role of influencers, and what that means for entrepreneurs.

How Companies Can Develop Anti-bias Strategies that Work

The effectiveness of unconscious bias education hinges on a number of factors, including how it is presented, where and when it takes place, and whether an organization’s culture is conducive[…]

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