We catalyze change by recognizing its need, challenging the status quo, energizing stakeholders* and those we serve, and championing experiments to improve.
Submit an opinion piece in a local or regional news source in support of a proposed unpopular action pertaining to your community, the region, or the state.
Stay current with innovative practices within your field by reading professional journals, attending professional organization meetings, and networking with others at those events.
Sit on a university committee that pertains to a service, process or system that interests you.
Share your expertise with a community or non-profit organization about to embark on a change, such as on a capital campaign.
Share conflict resolution skills with your direct reports or developing leaders. Allow for opportunities to practice.
Serve on or consult with the leadership of a community organization or nonprofit seeking strategic planning direction to change and innovate.
Serve on a municipality's planning commission.
Seek outside perspectives for input on a new initiative.
Seek opportunities to serve on a U-M task force or innovation team that serves as a pipeline for new initiatives.
Seek insights into improving particular services, processes or systems from your team and colleagues across the university.
