lead by example
idiom
: to act in a way that shows others how to act
When it comes to hard work, she chooses to lead by example.
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Leaders must also lead by example, engaging directly with AI tools to demonstrate their potential and encouraging experimentation by creating safe environments where teams can test new approaches without fear of failure.
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Aj Bubb, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
By strengthening these efforts, Naperville can lead by example, demonstrating that inclusion and economic vitality go hand in hand.
—Naperville Sun, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2025
Make Expectations And Consequences Known Set clear ethical expectations with consequences, foster open communication and, more importantly, lead by example.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
The military’s strict code of conduct Hegseth’s indiscretions could impede his ability to lead by example, said the chief executive officer of the nation’s largest group of Iraq and Afghanistan veterans.
—Tara Copp, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2025
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Aj Bubb, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
By strengthening these efforts, Naperville can lead by example, demonstrating that inclusion and economic vitality go hand in hand.
—Naperville Sun, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2025
Make Expectations And Consequences Known Set clear ethical expectations with consequences, foster open communication and, more importantly, lead by example.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
The military’s strict code of conduct Hegseth’s indiscretions could impede his ability to lead by example, said the chief executive officer of the nation’s largest group of Iraq and Afghanistan veterans.
—Tara Copp, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for lead by example
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“Lead by example.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lead%20by%20example. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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