We are self-aware; we seek to resolve multiple demands, adapt to new challenges, adjust to fluid change, and are limber in our thinking in the face of new data or realities.
Volunteer to work with a different group or team. Before joining them, reflect on your identities and how you demonstrate them and anticipate how you may come across to others.
Volunteer to work on an interdisciplinary or cross functional committee.
Volunteer for stretch tasks and assignments.
Volunteer for a leadership role in a national organization with state or regional chapters.
Utilize software, charts, calendars, or To Do lists to accurately reflect priorities, timelines and deadlines for different projects and regularly scheduled meetings. Explore Project Management resources for useful tools.
Update your resume using your Individual Development Plan (IDP), free VIA Character Strengths survey and resources found on the U-M HR Self-Assessment Tools and Readiness for Change webpage (fees may be associated with some self-assessment tests).
Talk with your supervisor about joining Voices of Staff or another U-M professional group.
Talk to your supervisor about shadowing the unit leader on site visits to groups throughout the organization to gain a better understanding of the work they do.
Talk about a direct report's stretch goals and plans with your supervisor. Your supervisor may be able to offer recommendations that you have not considered.
Take on a leadership role within a nonprofit organization to practice goal setting, prioritization, procedures, and flexibility.
