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 should lead by example, actively participating in wellness practices to inspire their teams and show genuine care. —

John Graham Harper, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024 Operationally, the district can lead by example by adopting green building standards, utilizing renewable energy sources and reducing carbon emissions from school facilities and transportation. —

Victoria Le, Orange County Register, 4 Oct. 2024 Also helpful is the kind of peer pressure among veterans who lead by example in terms of getting the proper amount of rest and recovery. —

Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024 As one of few pre-eminent Black designers, Blackwood represents changemakers who lead by example with fearlessness, innovation, and a steadfast embrace of inclusivity. —

Elaine Welteroth, TIME, 2 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lead by example

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