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Transforming Conflict Into Cooperation on Hybrid Teams

Discover strategies to transform conflict into cooperation on hybrid teams, fostering collaboration and innovation in distributed work environments.

White Paper

5 Steps for Effective Succession Planning You Can Do Today

This resource explains the benefits of long-term succession planning and highlights five actionable steps you can take today.

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How to Lead an AI-Driven Workforce

As generative AI reshapes the workplace, leaders must learn to deploy this technology in ways that best highlight the value of distinctly human capabilities.

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3 Steps to Effective One-on-One Meetings

Learn how to achieve more productive and efficient one-on-one meetings by focusing your conversations in three key areas: Update, Inform, and Consult.

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Organizational Change: A Leader’s Guide to Action

Creating meaningful organizational change is an essential part of building resilient, adaptable teams that will thrive in today’s dynamic economy.

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Ethics and AI: Equipping Leaders for Future Success

How can emerging leaders ethically and responsibly weave AI into organizational strategy to stay competitive while prioritizing employee, customer, and community trust?

Case Studies

Improving Collaboration for a Global Electrical Engineering Firm

Discover how UNC Executive Development helped a global Fortune 500 electrical engineering firm effectively navigate a complex business environment by improving collaboration.

Ebook

eBook: Leading in the Middle 2024

In this ebook, UNC Senior Associate Dean Dave Hofmann presents six thought-provoking articles that offer a thorough guide to mastering the complexities of leadership roles.

Case Studies

Innovating Under Pressure: A Fortune 500 Firm’s Learning Transformation

Learn how a Fortune 500 firm and UNC Executive Development created a virtual learning revolution during COVID-19.

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How to Choose the Right Executive Education Partner: 4 Key Questions

Learn how UNC Executive Development's program for the U.S. Navy has provided insights and strategies that have resulted in substantial savings.

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Cultivating Culture: Leadership Lessons from the Government Sector

Discover leadership lessons from the government sector with UNC Executive Development's Amy Parker. Learn how leaders can cultivate a positive organizational culture amidst uncertainty.

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Bridging the AI Skills Gap: Strategies for Leaders

In today's world of rapid, ongoing technological advancements, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries and redefining the nature of work.

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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

  • March 26, 2026 | Washington, DC

    UNC in DC Government Education Forum

    This event is tailored to government executives and learning leaders. Participation is also open to leaders in support and operations areas interested in improving performance and outcomes.

  • March 30–April 1, 2026 | Orlando, FL

    North American HR Executive Summit

    A gathering of industry leaders, human resources executives, and experts dedicated to exploring innovative strategies, emerging trends, and best practices in the dynamic world of human resource management.

  • March 31, 2026 | Virtual

    How to Reimagine Leadership Engagement in a Meeting-Heavy World

    This webcast will explore why traditional leadership interactions often fall short and how leaders can elevate the impact of everyday conversations and meetings by intentionally prioritizing connection, engagement, and clear communication.

  • April 30, 2026 | Chapel Hill, NC

    Step Inside the Future: Bell Hall Open House & AI Discussion

    This interactive event brings together leaders and UNC faculty to share real-world perspectives on the rapidly evolving potential of GenAI across industries.

  • May 12–15, 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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