Leading by example

“Setting an example is not the main means of influencing others, it is the only means.”

– Albert Einstein

Leading by example refers to the practice of setting a good example for others to follow, either through your actions or behavior. It is a leadership style that emphasizes setting a positive example for others to emulate, rather than simply giving instructions or commands. This can be an effective way to inspire and motivate others and can also help to build trust and credibility as a leader.

What are the behaviors that leaders should embrace to set the right example?

• Insatiable learning
• Authenticity
• Emotional Intelligence (EI)
• Courage
• Growing others
• Decentralized decision-making

If you are a Coach and perhaps contemplating delivering a Leading SAFe® class, you will find there is only one slide in lesson 6 on leading by example, with very little trainer guidance other than listing the six behaviors...