Just finished meetings today that outlined the importance of introducing yourself (a nod to the book, Checklist Manifesto).  A case study from an independent school where a divide between faculty and staff was creating growing tensions.  An outside facilitator worked with both sides, bringing attention to the issue.  No formal mediation was done, just focus groups to collect information and feedback.  Two weeks later the issue was reportedly resolved in feedback from the faculty and support staff.  No action steps had been implemented, no group discussions, gatherings or reports.  It appears that a raised consciousness had allowed both sides to take the extra step of introducing themselves to each other and individuals spent a few extra minutes having meaningful conversations.

Who could you introduce yourself to that you have taken for granted or assumed you had already been introduced?  What difference might it make?