Ask people of different leadership levels and expertise to review your resume.

Ask people from outside of U-M about projects and initiatives of interest. They may offer perspectives and ideas that you can introduce to the university.

Ask open ended questions to better understand stakeholder needs.

Ask new hires, guests, and other stakeholders their personal pronoun preferences.

Ask guests who are coming to your home for a meal if they have dietary restrictions and plan the meal accordingly.

Ask for suggestions from friends, family, or an expert the next time you engage in a home improvement project, or want to take a hobby to the next level.

Ask each direct report what motivates them at work and then incorporate several motivators into a scope of their work.

Ask clients and other stakeholders their opinions and suggestions to improve processes and service.

Ask clarifying questions to clear up ambiguities.

Ask clarifying questions about job responsibilities and roles within a project (e.g., "How does my role fit within this project? What is the other group's role?").