The Science of Happiness at Work: Tools & Strategies for Resiliency amid Uncertainty

Periods of volatility and uncertainty often fuel fear and contribute to unhappiness—both personally and professionally. Fortunately, the last two years of social science and positive psychology research offer clear strategies for boosting morale and workplace happiness, which in turn drive stronger business performance and value, even during tough times. In this session from former startup executive, Zen monk, and happiness researcher, Jackson Kerchis, you’ll learn the surprising business case for happiness (everything from to immune health to stock performance). Business education has been an integral part of Emory University’s identity since 1919. That kind of longevity and significance does not come without a culture built on success and service. Emory University’s Goizueta Business School offers a unique, community-oriented environment paired with the academic prestige and rigor of a major research institution. Goizueta develops business leaders of today and tomorrow with an undergraduate degree program, Full-time MBA (Two-Year MBA & One-Year MBA), Evening MBA, Executive MBA, full-time and part-time MS in Business Analytics, Master of Finance, Master in Management, Master in Business for Veterans, Doctoral degree, and a portfolio of non-degree Emory Executive Education courses. Together, the Goizueta community strives to solve the world’s most pressing business problems. The school is named for the late Roberto C. Goizueta, former Chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola Company. For more information, visit goizueta.emory.edu. Emory University is recognized internationally as an inquiry-driven, ethically engaged, and diverse community whose members work collaboratively for positive transformation in the world through courageous leadership in teaching, research, scholarship, health care, and social action. The University consists of an outstanding liberal arts college, highly ranked professional schools, and one of the larger and more comprehensive healthcare systems in the Southeast.