Create a plan and an outline for the next message or announcement you need to make. Determine your audience, the main message, and your main objective as well as facts or a story that substantiate your topic and objective, and your closing.

Create a communications coaching program for your unit.

Create a brief elevator speech about your role within the organization to someone you meet at a U-M class or event.

Craft a compelling message to motivate people to donate to a cause that you are passionate about.

Consider situations when you do not fully understand, yet feel reluctant to speak up. Reflect on the reasons why.

Coach a sports team or group.

Choose how to close your message (e.g., a call to action).

Bring individuals together to share concerns and problem solve.

Before reacting to conflict, pause, take a breath and reflect upon the other person's point of view before responding.

Be curious and ask follow up questions (e.g., Tell me more about that; How did you come to that opinion?).