Present your developing leaders with scenarios of complex situations that they could address in their jobs and ask them to dissect the scenarios into manageable pieces.

Present diverse perspectives to innovate.

Present an innovative idea that you have to a working group or committee that you sit on.

Plan for and work with diverse stakeholders to coordinate a change initiative affecting your unit.

Plan an outdoor event and develop contingency plans for inclement weather.

Plan a trip to a location you have never been before.

Plan a social or community service activity for your team based on common areas of interest.

Plan a large event or project and break down the steps and create a timeline.

Phone or send a card to someone you know who has suffered a personal setback. Follow up once a week until the person feels more comfortable.

Participate on a unit-wide committee that promotes cross-functional opportunities with its many departments or groups.