Case Studies
Genworth Mortgage Develops Growth Mindset with UNC Executive Development
Genworth Mortgage Insurance approached UNC Executive Development to create a program that would help their leaders develop a growth mindset.
Thought Leadership
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.
Thought Leadership
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.
Case Studies
Developing Leaders at Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits
The largest wine and spirits distributor in the United States partners with UNC Executive Development to spur its leaders' growth and build its talent pipeline.
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."
Thought Leadership
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.
Thought Leadership
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.
Thought Leadership
Breaking Barriers: How to Free Your Organization from the Silo Mentality
Leaders can achieve higher performance by breaking free from the "silo mentality" and increasing knowledge sharing across departments and functions.
Thought Leadership
“One Question, One Minute, One Idea” for Better Feedback
Insights from UNC Executive Development Associate Dean Dave Hofmann on providing better feedback, ideas, and performance.
Thought Leadership
Pathos and Persuasion: Why Emotions Are Critical for Influencing Others
Research shows that the most effective strategy for persuading others is often to appeal to your audience’s emotions rather than their sense of logic.
Case Studies
Empowering MCAA Executives for Industry Impact
Discover how a partnership between UNC Executive Development and the MCAA transformed executives into a cohesive community with enhanced leadership skills and team dynamics.
Thought Leadership
Uncovering the Costs of Workplace Fatigue: Safety, Ethics, and the Bottom Line
Leaders must consider the costs faced by their organizations when fatigue impacts professional standards in the workplace.
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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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