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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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.
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Tara Copp, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2025
Encourage employees to take time off and lead by example by respecting work boundaries.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
Parents must also lead by example by avoiding frequent glancing at their phones.
—Grettel Suarez, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
Through their work with The Archewell Foundation, both Harry, 40, and Meghan have championed efforts to create a more compassionate digital world, and PEOPLE understands Meghan hopes to lead by example in her Instagram return for fostering a safer, more positive online experience.
—Rachel Burchfield, People.com, 2 Jan. 2025
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Tara Copp, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2025
Encourage employees to take time off and lead by example by respecting work boundaries.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
Parents must also lead by example by avoiding frequent glancing at their phones.
—Grettel Suarez, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
Through their work with The Archewell Foundation, both Harry, 40, and Meghan have championed efforts to create a more compassionate digital world, and PEOPLE understands Meghan hopes to lead by example in her Instagram return for fostering a safer, more positive online experience.
—Rachel Burchfield, People.com, 2 Jan. 2025
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“Lead by example.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lead%20by%20example. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.
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