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What does it mean?
Leaders should embody the qualities they expect from those they manage.
In plain terms
You should set the standard for your team.
What can you take from it?
Lead by example in your field.

Where it applies

  • managing staff
  • teaching students
  • political office

Putting it to work

  • model desired behavior
  • align actions with expectations

Questions to consider

  • Do your actions match your words?
  • How do you set an example?

Another view

Sometimes leaders must endure hardships their team does not face.

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