Ask to participate on a hiring committee for your group.

Ask to manage a group of resistant people with low morale.

Ask to join of a task force or networking group that's addressing a pressing problem.

Ask to join a cross-functional task force where you interact with people from different backgrounds and areas of the university.

Ask for the other person's perspective if they dropped the ball on something. Actively listen, reflect, and paraphrase their response before commenting.

Ask someone you disagree with to further expound on their viewpoint in order to get a better understanding. Listen attentively, put yourself in their position, and reflect before asking non-judgmental questions.

Ask someone whom you admire and who demonstrates very strong resilience to share their strategies to support their staff.

Ask someone who did not speak up in a meeting to share their thoughts with you afterward. Listen, make eye contact, reflect on their perspective before commenting.

Ask questions using positive inquiry (e.g., "Help me to further understand your point of view").

Ask questions to better understand the feelings of a friend or family member who seeks advice from you.