Always do everything you ask of those you command.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Leaders should model the behavior they expect from others.
- In plain terms
- Do what you tell your team to do.
- What can you take from it?
- Lead by example to earn respect.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you follow your own rules?
- What example are you setting?
Another view
Sometimes leaders have different roles that prevent direct example.
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