Organize a group of people to attend a lunchtime event. Afterwards, discuss it and encourage different opinions.

Opt out of office gossip.

Offer different perspectives than those already presented.

Nominate a rising leader to serve on a U-M committee or working group that will expose them to new challenges and responsibilities, and networking opportunities.

Maintain a list of potential leaders that you hear about from other colleagues, staff, friends.

Leverage the strengths of a direct report in a different capacity by assigning them to a role that is unfamiliar to them.

Lead an underperforming working or subcommittee group.

Lead an orchestra, band or singing group.

Invite someone who did not speak up during a discussion to share their thoughts with you afterward. Listen, make eye contact, and reflect on their perspective before commenting.

Invite peers to lunch to share success stories about work life balance in their units as well as areas for opportunities.