Inquire with colleagues from outside of your group how their departments or units onboard new talent and leaders. Share aspects of onboarding that you find valuable and unique to your team.

Input a survey comment the next time you take a survey sent by a U-M entity. Think of ways to word the comment with constructive, proactive feedback and use that method.

Initiate a group to study future technology innovations that may benefit your organization over the long term.

Incorporate inclusive hiring practices for a non-profit organization you are involved in.

Include time in all meetings to review successes and positive news.

In your next meeting, paraphrase your understanding so that information can be clarified if necessary.

In your next decision making session with colleagues, contribute a viewpoint that is very different from those of others as a means to foster innovative thinking.

In collaboration with your supervisor, identify stretch goals to gain new proficiencies and develop in your career.

In an informational talk to a small group, periodically check in to gauge the level of understanding and take any questions.

In a meeting, highlight a particular service provided by U-M, (e.g., U-M Faculty & Staff Counseling Office (FASCCO), or U-M Family Helpers).