Example is the school of mankind, and they will learn at no other.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People learn primarily by copying others, not through other methods.
- In plain terms
- Examples teach better than words.
- What can you take from it?
- Lead by example to teach effectively.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you learn best?
- Whose example do you follow?
Another view
Some people learn better through direct instruction or theory.
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