Boost your workplace impact with October’s Unleash Your Niner Potential workshops

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Registration is open for the October 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 mentorship and being a good team player— essential skills for thriving in today’s workplace.

All workshops take place in Colvard Building, Room 5092. Register through the Learning and Development Portal.

October workshop lineup

Mentorship: Building Natural, Lasting Professional Relationships
Tuesday, Oct. 13, 10:30 to 11:45 a.m.
Registration link

Explore the art of mentorship, emphasizing the elements of successful mentor-mentee relationships. 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.

Being a Good Team Player: Balancing Leadership, Dependability and Collaboration
Thursday, Oct. 29, 1 to 2:15 p.m.
Registration link

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.

The Unleash Your Niner Potential series equips Charlotte employees with practical tools, hands‑on learning and opportunities to connect with colleagues across campus. All 16 topics are offered throughout the year, ensuring employees have multiple opportunities to participate and continue developing their professional skills.

Unable to attend the October workshops? Explore additional workshops.