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Unlock Your Business Potential: The Power of 5S and a Strategic University Partnership

Oscar Cuellar, Program Director, Corporate Training and Executive Education As I survey my garage wondering where my special whatchamacallit tool is and how long it’ll take me to find it, I flashback to a previous 5S effort by my significant other. She had decided to surprise me for my birthday by paying a professional home […]

Year-End Training Needs Assessments: Maximizing ROI Through University-Supported Professional Development

Oscar Cuellar, Program Director, Corporate Training and Executive Education As we approach the end of another year, organizations are beginning to take stock of their accomplishments and setting the stage for a successful year ahead. One critical, yet often overlooked, area deserving of thoughtful and critical reflection is employee training and development. A year-end review […]

Strategic Partnerships: The Business-University Alliance for Professional Development

By Oscar Cuellar, Program Director, Corporate training and Executive Education In the rapidly evolving landscape of business, continuous learning and professional development have become pivotal for organizational success. One of the most effective strategies companies can adopt to foster growth and innovation is partnering with universities. These alliances not only elevate employee skills but also […]

Teachers: You Already Have the Communication Skills for Corporate Success

Categories: Communication

By: Dayle Janus- Program Coordinator for Corporate Training and Executive Education As teachers, we are often told how important communication is in the classroom—whether it’s giving clear instructions, guiding group discussions, or handling difficult conversations with parents. But have you ever stopped to think about how these very same skills translate perfectly into the corporate […]

💡 Understanding DISC Personality Types: A Key to Employee Engagement and Organizational Success 💡

Categories: Productivity, Teamwork

By Oscar Cuellar- Program Director, Corporate Training and Executive Education Today’s work environments are increasingly more diverse in structure, work location, generations, and social background. Understanding individual personality types and how they interact with each other is more critical than ever. The DISC personality assessment offers a practical, proven approach to identifying and leveraging different […]

The Generational Impact to Business

Categories: Communication

Generational differences do exist; but to what extent do they impact working and personal relationship? By traditional definition, your age defines your generation, but what are the differences between the generations and how can understanding the differences work to your advantage? This course will provide an overview of the generations, take a look at some […]

Choose Happy… Every Time!

Categories: Mindset

By: Amy Wartham- Director of Corporate Training and Executive Education August is National Happiness Month. I would argue that every month should be happiness month. Happiness is an elusive, yet deeply desired state. It’s often perceived as something that happens to us – something that is either present or absent depending on external circumstances. However, […]

Soft Skills – More Like Survival Skills!

Categories: Mindset, Productivity

By: Amy Wartham- Director of Corporate Training and Executive Education In our rapidly evolving world of work, the spotlight often shines on technical prowess and hard skills. Yet, in the background, a quieter but equally powerful force drives team success, fosters innovation, and builds resilient organizations: soft skills. These are the personal attributes, communication abilities, […]

Teachers, Your Skills Are Perfect for the Corporate World—Here’s Why

By: Dayle Janus- Program Coordinator for Corporate Training and Executive Education After spending 13 years as a K-12 teacher in Cabarrus County Schools, I transitioned to the corporate world a year ago in search of a better work-life balance. I understand that the classroom feels like a unique environment, filled with its own challenges and […]

Embracing Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Projects: A Catalyst for Organizational Transformation and Cost Savings

Categories: Productivity

By Oscar Cuellar- Program Director, Corporate Training and Executive Education In today’s fiercely competitive business environment, organizations are constantly seeking ways to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality. Lean Six Sigma, a methodology that combines the waste-reducing principles of Lean with the quality improvement tools of Six Sigma, has emerged as a powerful framework […]