Boost your workplace impact with June’s Unleash Your Niner Potential workshops
Registration is open for the June 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 conflict resolution, effective networking, mentorship, time management and customer service — five essential skills for thriving in today’s workplace.
All workshops take place in Colvard Building, Room 5092. Register through the learning and development portal.
All workshops take place in the Colvard Building, Room 5092. Register through the learning and development portal.
June workshop lineup
Conflict Resolution: Navigating Colleague-to-Colleague Differences
Wednesday, June 3, 10:30 to 11:45 a.m.
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Learn skills on resolving conflicts between colleagues in a constructive and professional manner, along with techniques to identify the root causes of conflict and reflect on your approach. The course emphasizes collaboration or compromise to ensure that disputes are resolved in a way that strengthens workplace relationships.
Conflict Resolution: Employee-Manager Differences and Managing Up
Tuesday, June 9, 3 to 4:15 p.m.
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Explore strategies to resolve disagreements respectfully, communicate assertively and approach conflicts with a solutions-focused mindset. Learn to understand your manager’s goals and work style to align efforts and reduce friction. Leave with the tools to navigate difficult conversations, build trust and foster a collaborative, productive relationship with your manager.
Foundations of Customer Service: Building a Culture of Support at UNC Charlotte
Thursday, June 11, 1 to 2:15 p.m.
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Explore the skills and mindset needed to deliver exceptional customer service across campus. Whether supporting students, collaborating with faculty or assisting visitors, participants will learn how to communicate effectively, resolve issues with empathy and create positive experiences that reflect the institution’s values.
Effective Networking: Building Connections in Every Direction
Wednesday, June 17, 9 to 10:15 a.m.
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Discover practical strategies for building meaningful connections across all levels—whether internally at Charlotte or within your wider career path. Learn to network at events, master the art of “working the room” and confidently follow up to maintain relationships. Leave with the tools to expand your professional network, develop lasting connections and navigate networking events with ease.
Mentorship: Building Natural, Lasting Professional Relationships
Tuesday, June 23, 1 to 2:15 p.m.
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Explore the art of mentorship, emphasizing the elements of successful mentor-mentee relationships, and learn to find and request mentorship naturally. Learn to structure sessions effectively, ensuring clear goals and growth. Whether you’re looking to find a mentor or become one, this course will provide the tools for fostering meaningful, mutually beneficial connections that help both individuals.
Mastering Time Management: Proven Techniques for Prioritizing Tasks
Tuesday, June 26, 10:30 to 11:45 a.m.
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Explore essential time management strategies to maximize productivity and manage your calendar. Learn to apply techniques from Eat That Frog for tackling high-priority tasks, the Eisenhower Matrix for prioritizing your workload and aligning your daily actions with long-term goals. Whether you struggle with prioritizing tasks or need better ways to manage your time, this course will provide practical tools and techniques to take control of your schedule and boost efficiency.
The Unleash Your Niner Potential series equips Charlotte employees with practical tools, hands‑on learning and opportunities to connect with colleagues across campus.
All 18 topics are offered throughout the year, ensuring employees have multiple opportunities to participate and continue developing their professional skills. Unable to attend the June workshops? Explore additional workshops on the HR website.