We generate an atmosphere of collegiality and are models of respect, helpfulness, inclusivity and cooperation, creating internal and external networks.
Talk to one of your mentors about professional organization committees or work groups to join and how to do so.
Take a good look at your workload and determine what tasks and responsibilities you can designate to others.
Support your team. Advocate for them and use your networks to locate tools or resources they need to be successful.
Send a performance review survey about your contributions to a U-M group to members of that team. Reflect on comments and identify one area of performance to adjust.
Select two conflict resolution strategies from the U-M OSCR conflict resolution website. Practice them with family and friends and then use them in your job when you feel comfortable.
Schedule specific days or times to informally meet with stakeholders.
Review the attendance list of the next event in which you will participate. Generate a list of the people or representatives from particular organizations you would like to meet.
Review accountable behaviors and identify at least one new behavior to adopt in your daily practice.
Respectfully acknowledge your differences of opinion the next time you are involved in a challenging discussion with someone.
Research and then identify the top two professional committees or work groups that you would like to join. Take the necessary steps to do so.
