The best opportunities at work do not always go to the most qualified person.
Judd Kessler, Wharton professor of business economics and public policy, explores the hidden rules that determine who gets scarce workplace resources, from a manager’s attention to high-profile assignments and professional development. He explains how employees can better navigate these systems and how leaders can design rules that are more equitable and effective.
The conversation also highlights “Lucky by Design: How to Navigate Hidden Markets,” a Wharton Executive Education course taught by Kessler that applies these ideas to real workplace decisions.
