Set the tone for inclusive and respectful communication within your unit by establishing clear expectations, stressing the importance of expressing and listening to diverse perspectives.

Set a stretch goal for the number of public speaking engagements you will commit to and create an action plan to reach your goal.

Set a personal stretch goal and talk with your supervisor or a mentor about appropriate stretch assignments and processes to reach that goal. Maintain a record of your progress.

Set a personal health goal and create a plan utilizing at least one MHealthy program. Ask a colleague to hold you accountable.

Serve as an onboarding buddy for a new hire. Periodically ask if they have any questions.

Serve as a buddy for a new hire in your group. Schedule 30-60-90 day check-ins with the new hire to document progress and share feedback.

Seek opportunities to participate on a organizational-level committee.

Seek a mentor with a different background than you.

Seek a consultation with a subject expert you do not know to gain new insights on a process, strategy or practice in which you or your team is engaged.

Schedule regular 1-1 meetings with your direct reports to understand their needs and support their growth. Provide or recommend opportunities for growth.