Present U-M's strategic priorities, and those of your unit, to department members. Highlight the alignment of your unit's goals to those of the greater university. Articulate the reasoning behind any changes.

Present a U-M initiative message to different units throughout the university. Use impactful visuals if applicable.

Practice your message in front of someone unaffiliated with the organization you are speaking about and request their feedback.

Play an improv game or take an improv class.

Plan a meeting or event for a U-M organization in which you are involved.

Plan a meeting involving stakeholders who work remotely.

Periodically check in with your committee members to ensure that the line of sight to the mission is still evident. If not, assess and implement a plan to get back on track.

Participate on a university committee that pertains to a service, process or system that interests you.

Participate on a team that serves as a pipeline for new initiatives (e.g., Voices of the Staff).

Participate on a panel regarding this topic.