MASTER Risk Model - Learning Resources - Abilities

Leadership

Ask a mentee or peer: “What’s one thing I could do this week to better support your progress?”

Write a one-sentence mentoring mantra that reflects how you want to guide others—repeat before each session.

Thank someone publicly for their contribution—recognition is a core leadership behavior at any age.

Schedule 15 minutes to check in with a younger professional—listen without agenda.

Share one personal story of transition to model openness and build trust with others.

Sit quietly during one group session without speaking unless necessary—practice active presence.

Collaboration

Start your next group activity by inviting someone else to open—share the space from the start.

Send a quick thank-you to someone who encouraged you this week—show appreciation for support.

Ask a peer: “Is there anything I can take off your plate today?”—model shared responsibility.

Offer to co-create a solution with a peer instead of finalizing it alone—invite shared input.

Suggest a working session with a peer instead of long emails—use live time to create.

Add a “Collaboration Wins” note to your journal—highlight one thing achieved with others.

Communication

Before your next conversation, write down your key message in one sentence—practice saying it clearly.

Ask a trusted peer if your last message was clear—revise today based on their feedback.

Use a pause after making a point—let others respond instead of filling silence.

In your next email, use bullet points instead of long paragraphs—make it easy to follow.

Record yourself explaining a complex idea—replay and refine how clearly you deliver it.

Replace filler phrases with one strong word—edit your next message for clarity and impact.

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