Within your role in a non-profit, talk to people directly involved with a service or process that you seek to learn more about.

Within a university task force or committee, create a compelling vision statement of upcoming change. Practice in front of those colleagues for feedback.

With your team, craft a compelling narrative supporting the need for change and how it will positively affect the organization. Pilot the message with a few people and request feedback.

With your project team, perform a post mortem on a project that didn't go as planned. Reflect on the positive and negative outcomes and brainstorm ways that negative outcomes could be avoided in the future.

With input from other Leaders of Multiple Teams, and stakeholders, develop a shared vision for your team/unit.

With colleagues outside of your unit or a coach, learn about three types of conflict and resolve strategies. Practice problem solving methods.

Weigh the costs and benefits of bringing up a sensitive topic with a friend.

Watch a video of a leader who successfully delivers compelling messages. Analyze their body language, verbal delivery, and message composition.

Walk around your office checking in and supporting direct reports (e.g., needing direction, motivation, empathy). Tie their contributions to the greater community that you serve.

Volunteer with the U-M Office of Student Conflict Resolution.