Leading by Example

To be a great developer, you need to promote greatness in others as well as yourself. In this episode we answer a question from listener Tom on how to lead by example. We talk about how setting a good example can benefit both your team and your own career. Using lessons we have learned ourselves, we highlight how any developer can be a good role model in the workplace.

Benefits of leading by example for yourself

Helps establish your authority in your development skills and capabilities
Avoids presenting a double standard.
Establishes trust and respect with others

Benefits of leading by examples for your team

Holds the whole team to higher standards
Promotes team collaboration
Promotes individual growth and learning

How to lead by example

Identify the change you want to see and why it is important
Communicate and collaborate on your ideas with others
Perform and demonstrate your ideas confidently.

Lead by example by being a S.C.C.R player

Supportive: Care for others and their progress
Collaborative: Work with others towards a common goal
Communicative: Listen more than you speak. Be honest and open.
Reliable: Establish trust, respect and confidence, in your skills, abilities and team.

Links from this Episode

Command Line Challenge
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