Take ownership of the learning opportunities that you engage in at U-M and keep a record to show your supervisor.

Take on a task that you have never tried, dislike or hate to do, and is outside of your domain. Stick to it and focus on the learning you've derived from it.

Take on a leadership role within a organization outside of work.

Take note of a colleague or senior leader who provides excellent feedback and note what is said and how it is presented. Try to emulate one or two of the behaviors or skills that you witnessed.

Take and encourage others to complete the Haven for Faculty and Staff program.

Subscribe to the HBR Ideacast and listen to an episode that pertains to addressing employee performance.

Subscribe to Michelle Quaid's Power of Positive Psychology Podcast and listen to an episode pertaining to this topic. Share your findings with a peer.

Spearhead a group of employees to participate in an event sponsored by a professional organization.

Sign up to be a tutor for a youth organization or with a non-profit serving adults.

Share with your team what you know about skills and jobs that will be valued in the future. Strategize with direct reports ways in which they can grow more adept at meeting future needs.