Hold a project postmortem that addresses unexpected changes that your group confronted, and how you will plan differently in the future.

Hold a brainstorming session to improve upon an existing product or service. To start, distribute index cards that participants use to write their ideas and submit anonymously.

Highlight stories of interesting things that your team has accomplished to other colleagues in your field at U-M.

Highlight in a weekly email or other publication a team that demonstrates the mission and values of your unit. Invite groups throughout your unit to share similar stories for publication.

Help someone with their homework.

Help someone new to your group by making introductions, locating resources, and networking.

Help an organization enhance or update its digital proficiencies.

Have a constructive conversation with an employee who appears to be acting in ways inconsistent with the values of your unit. Ask open-ended questions to better understand the root of the problem.

Handle a tough negotiation with an internal or external client. Beforehand, learn as much as you can about them to better understand their viewpoint.

Handle a crisis for an organization, requiring you to make a timely decision where all parties will not be satisfied.