Thought Leadership

Organizational Transformation: Speeding Up Progress Is Easier than You Think

Leaders who understand how to transform big data into meaningful insights have an edge in today’s data-driven market.

Thought Leadership

Developing High-Potential Leaders: How Can You Get the Best from Your Best?

Discover how to identify and accelerate the development of high-potential leaders in your organization.

Thought Leadership

Motivation Essentials: 3 Key Drivers for Inspiring Success

An organization’s success requires more than just a vision; it needs a motivated and inspired workforce.

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Shaping the Future: Leadership in the Age of Big Data

In today’s digital age, big data is reshaping how organizations operate, innovate, and create impact.

Thought Leadership

Let’s Talk Leadership: Engaging Your Audience and Telling a Good Story

To create impactful messaging, leaders should engage their audience and weave in compelling stories.

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Why Emotional Intelligence Matters More Than Ever for Organizations

While technical skills are highly valued in workplaces, social competence and the ability to build relationships are even more critical for organizational success.

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Why It Is So Crucial to Define Key Terms

UNC Executive Development's Dave Hofmann shares why a common understanding of essential terms is the foundation of effective communication with team members and other stakeholders.

Thought Leadership

How to Make a Good “Ask:” Context, Clarity, and Communication

Insights from UNC Executive Development Senior Associate Dean Dave Hofmann on how to make a good "ask."

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The Key to Building Strategic Alignment? Trust

Employee trust in their organizations is crucial for creating strategic alignment, adapting to new challenges, and increasing productivity.

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To Be a True Thought Partner, Change Your “What” to a “How”

Insights from UNC Executive Development Associate Dean Dave Hofmann on how to be a true thought partner.

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Be Boss of Your Cognitive Bias

Cognitive biases present a serious risk to leaders who bear any responsibility for high-level decision-making.

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1953-2023: Celebrating 70 Years of Impact

UNC Executive Development is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Thank you for helping us create 70 years of impact, leadership, and service.

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Cognitive Bias

Cognitive biases present a serious risk to leaders who bear any responsibility for high-level decision-making. Educating yourself and your team on these five common mental traps will help you neutralize them for improved decision-making, team dynamics, and workplace culture.

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Conferences and Events

  • September 10–12, 2025 | Philadelphia, PA

    CLO Exchange: Healthcare & Life Sciences

    Attendees will learn from senior L&D executives across healthcare systems, biotech, pharma, and medical device companies and gain actionable insights tailored to each industry's unique challenges.

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  • September 11, 2025 | Washington, DC

    ATD Government Workforce Conference 2025

    Hosted by the Association for Talent Development, this event showcases human capital and talent development best, proven, and innovative practices, with a focus on practical application and implementation across the federal government.

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  • October 19–21, 2025 | New York, NY

    CLO Exchange North America

    Attendees will learn from senior L&D executives across healthcare systems, biotech, pharma, and medical device companies and gain actionable insights tailored to each industry's unique challenges.

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  • November 4–7, 2025 | Chapel Hill, NC

    Talent Management Institute, Fall 2025

    The Talent Management Institute provides simple, science-based, talent-building processes for driving organizational performance. Develop the skills you need to be a talent-building leader.

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  • April 14-17, 2026 | Chapel Hill, NC

    Talent Management Institute, Spring 2026

    The Talent Management Institute provides simple, science-based, talent-building processes for driving organizational performance. Develop the skills you need to be a talent-building leader.

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Impact Videos

From leading with confidence to communicating with clarity, our short videos offer essential advice for leaders and their organizations while offering insight into how our programs deliver impact.

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