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“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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Are You Boss of Your Cognitive Bias?

Educating yourself and your team about cognitive bias will improve decision-making, team dynamics, and workplace culture.

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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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When Pursuing Innovation, Ignore the Data and “Trust Your Gut”

We live in an era when massive quantities of data are never more than a click or swipe away. However, deferring to data and not "trusting your gut" when making decisions can sometimes stifle, rather than encourage, innovation.

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4 Steps for Adopting a People Analytics Mindset

Leaders who apply data analytics to their HR challenges can help their organizations achieve greater success in attracting and retaining top talent.

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5 Ways to Create a Work Culture that Supports Mental Health

Leaders who prioritize mental health in the workplace can boost employee health and well-being, the public good, and the organization's bottom line all in one.

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Prevent Bad Things from Happening by Building the Right Team

Teams come in many shapes and sizes. Leaders who know how to build the right team for the right challenge can prevent setbacks and get a head start on achieving their organization's goals.

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Neuroleadership: 5 Techniques for Scientific Leadership

The business world is rarely stable. However, the principles of neuroscience can help leaders promote resilience and other factors that are crucial for business success.