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 New Developing Up Stickers Listener Challenges Share with us your experience with setting a great development example Win a sticker, send us your ideas for epsiode topics