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

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

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

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 (e.g., DEI initiatives). Articulate the reasoning behind any changes.

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

Create a clear and comprehensive vision statement pertaining to a change effort in your unit. Analyze the methods used by a speaker you find inspirational and motivational and apply several of those methods to your message.

Create a 30 second speech about a U-M initiative in which you are involved. Tailor the language to different audiences.

Compose and deliver a persuasive message to a community or professional organization about an approved change. Tailor language to the audiences and use compelling visual aids if applicable.

Attend Toastmaster events to improve your composition and presentation skills.