Boost your workplace impact with July’s Unleash Your Niner Potential workshops
Registration is open for the July 2026 Unleash Your Niner Potential workshops, a professional development series designed and led by UNC Charlotte’s human resources learning and organizational development team. This month’s sessions focus on being a good team player, maximizing productivity with AI, procrastinating and self-accountability—essential skills for thriving in today’s workplace.
All workshops take place in Colvard Building, Room 5092. Register through the learning and development portal.
July workshop lineup
Being a Good Team Player: Balancing Leadership, Dependability and Collaboration
Wednesday, July 1, 10:30 to 11:45 a.m.
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Discover the skills and mindset needed to excel as a team player in any work environment. Learn when to lead and when to follow, inspired by insights from The Ideal Team Player. Develop key traits like dependability and effective communication, and understand essential office etiquette for a positive team dynamic. The workshop also covers practical collaboration tools like Google Docs and shared drives, ensuring smooth teamwork and project management. Leave equipped to contribute meaningfully to any team while fostering a culture of respect and cooperation.
From Chaos to Clarity, Maximizing Productivity with Effective Strategies and AI Tools
Friday, July 10, 10:30 to 11:45 a.m.
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Turn disorganized thoughts and complex projects into clear, actionable plans. Learn to take effective meeting notes using the Cornell Method and immediately translate assigned projects into structured microtasks. By breaking down large tasks into manageable steps, you’ll stay organized and on track. Leveraging AI tools and research-backed strategies, you’ll streamline your workflow, celebrate progress and maximize efficiency. Whether you’re managing a demanding workload or looking to boost personal productivity, this course provides practical techniques to help you take control and succeed.
Managing Procrastination: Practical Tools for Success
Tuesday, July 28, 3 to 4:15 p.m.
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Develop the essential strategies needed to overcome procrastination and boost productivity. Explore the psychological roots of procrastination, moving beyond the simple “just do it” advice to understand why we delay tasks. You will leave this training with actionable techniques to prevent procrastination before it starts, including time management methods, task breakdown strategies and creating a supportive work environment.
Self-Accountability: Building Discipline and Achieving Your Goals
Thursday, July 30, 9 to 10:15 a.m.
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Learn to be self-accountable for your goals and actions. Study the ladder of accountability, circle of control and how to properly apologize when necessary. Leave with the tools to consistently hold yourself accountable and be a better colleague to your peers.
The Unleash Your Niner Potential series equips Charlotte employees with practical tools, hands‑on learning and opportunities to connect with colleagues across campus. All 17 topics are offered throughout the year, ensuring employees have multiple opportunities to participate and continue developing their professional skills.
Unable to attend the July workshops? Explore additional workshops on the HR website.