Recruit team members for a change initiative who do not ordinarily work together and bring a variety of subject matter expertise.

Recruit several people to read The Coaching Habit with you and meet to discuss it, specifically what you have gleaned about addressing the weaknesses of others.

Recruit members for a board or committee you sit on who are of different generations, backgrounds, and skills.

Recruit a team of people for a game, contest or race.

Recruit a team for a Trivia Night or a scavenger hunt team.

Recommend point people ("Responsible Employees") who can assist others to resolve conflict.

Recognize underutilized skills and tools that could better serve your team and learn one to drive efficiency across your team's program or project (e.g., collaboration tools).

Recognize groups that meet or exceed customer service expectations. Support groups that need to make improvements by offering guidance and resources. Provide positive feedback when they make improvements.

Read What Good Feedback Looks Like. Apply one of the tips the next time that you are giving a friend or family member feedback and reflect on their reaction.

Read through the four things to keep in mind during a disagreement the next time you find yourself involved in a conflict with a colleague.