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What does it mean?
The author calls for more leaders who practice what they preach.
In plain terms
We need leaders who walk the walk.
What can you take from it?
Action matters more than words in leadership.

Where it applies

  • political leadership
  • public service
  • organizational leadership

Putting it to work

  • leading by example
  • evaluating candidates

Questions to consider

  • What makes a leader credible?

Another view

Sometimes talking is necessary before action is possible.

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