Raise the profile of a rising leader by inviting them to participate on a panel or committee.

Raise the profile of a high performing person you know by introducing them to people affiliated with organizations outside of the university.

Quiet or redirect the more extroverted and passionate members of a group outside of your direct role to provide opportunities for others to speak up.

Provide the link to a map the next time that you send directions to someone.

Provide frequent regular feedback to direct reports. Start with positive comments pertaining to their performance or strengths before issuing constructive comments. Use specific examples.

Provide a meal to a direct report who is on medical leave. Drop it off yourself and visit for a short while. Coordinate with the person or the family to order a meal and have it delivered if the person lives or is receiving care outside of your area.

Provide a meal to a direct report who is on medical leave. Drop it off yourself and briefly visit, if possible.

Propose a job shadowing or job rotation program for your department/unit.

Present relevant information learned on a unit or professional work group to your team or staff.

Present highlights of your new on-boarding program with colleagues throughout the university.