{"id":198055,"date":"2026-03-27T14:11:57","date_gmt":"2026-03-27T18:11:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cals.ncsu.edu\/intranet\/?p=198055"},"modified":"2026-03-27T14:11:59","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T18:11:59","slug":"spring-professional-development-courses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cals.ncsu.edu\/intranet\/news\/spring-professional-development-courses\/","title":{"rendered":"Spring Professional Development Courses"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Looking to build new skills this spring? The University Human Resources Learning and Organizational Development team is offering several upcoming courses focused on leadership, communication, productivity and team effectiveness. Explore the sessions below to find opportunities to strengthen your skills, build connections, or reclaim your time and energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Leadership and Management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-padded-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/kmiz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Leading Collaborative and Productive Meetings<\/a><br><strong>When: <\/strong>April 2, 9-11:30 a.m.<br><strong>Ideal for: <\/strong>Leaders or managers who want to improve meeting effectiveness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/0ejz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">From Potential to Performance: Leading With Strengths<\/a><br><strong>When: <\/strong>April 29, 1-3 p.m.<br><strong>Ideal for: <\/strong>Anyone who wants to build self-awareness and leadership effectiveness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Communication and Collaboration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-padded-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/g7jz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Increase Engagement and Accountability Through Effective Feedback<\/a><\/strong><br><strong>When:<\/strong> April 10, 9 a.m.-noon<br><strong>Ideal for:<\/strong> Anyone who wants to better understand giving and receiving feedback<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Productivity and Well\u2011Being<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-padded-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/wzkz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Autonomy: Strengthening Your Ability To Work Independently<\/a><br><strong>When: <\/strong>April 7, 11 a.m.-noon<br><strong>Ideal for: <\/strong>Anyone interested in how autonomy impacts workplace success<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/cslz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Increase Your Productivity and Find Time for You!<\/a><br><strong>When: <\/strong>April 22, 9-11 a.m.<br><strong>Ideal for: <\/strong>Anyone who wants to achieve better work-life balance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Team Effectiveness and Culture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-padded-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/skmz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Team Essentials: Creating the Framework for a High- Performing Team<\/a><strong><br>When: <\/strong>March 31, 1-4 p.m.<strong><br>Ideal for: <\/strong>Anyone seeking to improve team dynamics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/8cnz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Overcoming Groupthink With Collaborative Decision-Making<\/a><strong><br>When: <\/strong>April 15, 1-4 p.m<strong>.<br>Ideal for: <\/strong>Anyone seeking to make collaborative, unbiased group decisions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/o5nz5r\">Cultivating Your Character Strengths<\/a><br><strong>When:<\/strong> April 23, 9 a.m.-noon<br><strong>Ideal for: <\/strong>Anyone seeking to hone interpersonal and leadership capabilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Team development and retreats<\/strong>: While fewer general courses are offered during the summer months, the Learning and Organizational Development team provides customized\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/4xoz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">team development sessions and retreats<\/a>\u00a0year-round. This quieter period is a great time to take advantage of their extra capacity. Fill out their\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/kqpz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">service request form<\/a>\u00a0to get started.<\/p>\n","protected":false,"raw":"<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Looking to build new skills this spring? The University Human Resources Learning and Organizational Development team is offering several upcoming courses focused on leadership, communication, productivity and team effectiveness. Explore the sessions below to find opportunities to strengthen your skills, build connections, or reclaim your time and energy.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Leadership and Management<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list {\"className\":\"is-style-padded-list\"} -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-padded-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/kmiz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Leading Collaborative and Productive Meetings<\/a><br><strong>When: <\/strong>April 2, 9-11:30 a.m.<br><strong>Ideal for: <\/strong>Leaders or managers who want to improve meeting effectiveness<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/0ejz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">From Potential to Performance: Leading With Strengths<\/a><br><strong>When: <\/strong>April 29, 1-3 p.m.<br><strong>Ideal for: <\/strong>Anyone who wants to build self-awareness and leadership effectiveness<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Communication and Collaboration<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list {\"className\":\"is-style-padded-list\"} -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-padded-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/g7jz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Increase Engagement and Accountability Through Effective Feedback<\/a><\/strong><br><strong>When:<\/strong> April 10, 9 a.m.-noon<br><strong>Ideal for:<\/strong> Anyone who wants to better understand giving and receiving feedback<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Productivity and Well\u2011Being<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list {\"className\":\"is-style-padded-list\"} -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-padded-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/wzkz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Autonomy: Strengthening Your Ability To Work Independently<\/a><br><strong>When: <\/strong>April 7, 11 a.m.-noon<br><strong>Ideal for: <\/strong>Anyone interested in how autonomy impacts workplace success<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/cslz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Increase Your Productivity and Find Time for You!<\/a><br><strong>When: <\/strong>April 22, 9-11 a.m.<br><strong>Ideal for: <\/strong>Anyone who wants to achieve better work-life balance<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Team Effectiveness and Culture<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list {\"className\":\"is-style-padded-list\"} -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-padded-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/skmz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Team Essentials: Creating the Framework for a High- Performing Team<\/a><strong><br>When: <\/strong>March 31, 1-4 p.m.<strong><br>Ideal for: <\/strong>Anyone seeking to improve team dynamics<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/8cnz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Overcoming Groupthink With Collaborative Decision-Making<\/a><strong><br>When: <\/strong>April 15, 1-4 p.m<strong>.<br>Ideal for: <\/strong>Anyone seeking to make collaborative, unbiased group decisions<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/o5nz5r\">Cultivating Your Character Strengths<\/a><br><strong>When:<\/strong> April 23, 9 a.m.-noon<br><strong>Ideal for: <\/strong>Anyone seeking to hone interpersonal and leadership capabilities<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Team development and retreats<\/strong>: While fewer general courses are offered during the summer months, the Learning and Organizational Development team provides customized\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/4xoz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">team development sessions and retreats<\/a>\u00a0year-round. This quieter period is a great time to take advantage of their extra capacity. Fill out their\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/8os74g\/cwwyrpp\/kqpz5r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">service request form<\/a>\u00a0to get started.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->"},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking to grow this spring? 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