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The reviews are mixed on what exactly led to Portugal’s economic recovery over the last couple of years. But one thing seems clear: There is more work to be done on economic diversification productivity and bank balance sheets. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Innovative companies like Uber and Airbnb have disrupted more than their business sectors: They have upset the apple cart for regulators too. So what does the future look like? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The way a question is phrased can determine whether one gets the truth or a deceitful answer according to Wharton’s Maurice Schweitzer. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Although the divide appears to be widening between the U.S. and Mexico the countries are getting closer in many ways most of them outside the government notes author Andrew Selee. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Flood insurance is more important than ever given forecasts for more serious flooding due to climate change. Yet only about a third of at-risk homeowners have coverage -- most all through the government. Can a private market change that? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Finding a new job within your chosen field can be daunting but changing careers presents an even bigger challenge. A new book by psychologist Dawn Graham explains how to make it happen. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Following the Red Hen incident with Sarah Sanders a question arises: How far should businesses go in expressing political views? Wharton and other experts weigh in. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Contently co-founder Shane Snow says in a new book that it’s not always a good thing if team members get along well. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

According to Bill Kilday author of ’Never Lost Again ’ a second wave of innovation in mapping is coming and it has to do with augmented reality. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

When the GM plant in Janesville Wisconsin shut down taking thousands of jobs with it the town had to figure out a new future. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 2015 Elizabeth Holmes was CEO of a startup that promised to revolutionize health care and earn investors billions. Then reporter John Carreyrou uncovered the truth: It was all too good to be true. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The latest scrutiny by 11 state attorneys-general into how fast food franchises prevent employee movement raises bigger questions of transparency say experts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Storytelling can transform a company’s relationships with its customers and employees according to a new book. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

New Wharton research examines how contracts can be structured differently when investors are trying to make money and make the world a better place. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A committed Thai government a provincial governor’s rallying spirit and the grit of the trapped young men saved the day say experts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Major hurricanes can cause mass casualties and catastrophic damage and yet people never seem to be as prepared as they could be. Wharton’s Robert Meyer explains what can be done about it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If Philadelphia were a company it would rank 360 on the Fortune 500. Former mayor Michael Nutter reflects on the trials and triumphs of being CEO of a big city. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Theresa May’s Brexit action plan won’t find favor with either the EU or her own party and she faces tough times ahead in negotiations say experts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Following the recent U.S. ICE controversy involving the separation of children from their families some firms are distancing themselves from the agency. Two experts discuss why companies are escalating their responses to political situations. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Yesterday’s bellwether brands like GE are struggling to survive. To bring good things back to life today’s leaders must change how they think about legacy note the authors of this opinion piece. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.