Setting An Example Quotes

On the superficiality of the industry: We are setting an example of what we think is beautiful and you really want to put that much make up on me?

It doesn’t matter if people perceive me as being a little strange. I think overall, even when I am on stage, when people see me, I am setting an example.

Setting too good an Example is a Kind of slander seldom forgiven.

I just want to leave a positive memory of setting an example and bringing our youth with us.

The old begin to complain of the conduct of the young when they themselves are no longer able to set a bad example.

Nothing is so contagious as example; and we never do any great good or evil which does not produce its like.

I can’t think of any more important value to instill in our children than the desire to help others. I feel strongly about setting an example for them. Real problems can be solved by the next generation if we instill in them the right values.

Setting a good example is a far better way to spread ideals than through force of arms.

The hero is one who kindles a great light in the world, who sets up blazing torches in the dark streets of life for men to see by. The saint is the man who walks through the dark paths of the world, himself a light.

Leadership means setting an example. When you find yourself in a position of leadership, people follow your every move.

You can’t substitute promise after promise with known violators of prior promises at the expense of protecting ourselves or setting an example.

And as experienced as I am, it still summons an act of bravery from me, and I like that. I like the idea of setting an example – proving that it is acceptable to be alone in a public place where everyone else is in groups, and to just be sitting there eating, not having to be engrossed in anything else.

Obviously you can look at things however you choose to and I’m not proud of some people in sports, but I don’t really look at it as my calling to be out there setting an example. I just try to treat people the way the I want to be treated – with respect and some dignity.

Leadership used to be about ideas, setting an example and doing the right thing. Today, if you make enough money for the firm (and are not currently an ax murderer) you will be promoted into a position of influence.

A good example has twice the value of good advice

Children have never been very good at listening to their elders, but they have never failed to imitate them.

There are certain men born in this world, and they’re supposed to die setting an example for the rest of the weak bastards we’re surrounded with.

A good example is far better than a good precept.

The parent knows instinctively that if they’re working and setting an example for their child that means that child is more likely to be in school, more likely to stay out of trouble and more likely to complete their education.

True leadership strengthens the followers. It is a process of teaching, setting an example, and empowering others. If you seek to lead, your ability will ultimately be measured in the successes of those around you.

Few things are harder to put up with than the annoyance of a good example.

A good example is the best sermon.

I have ever deemed it more honorable and more profitable, too, to set a good example than to follow a bad one.

Setting an example for your children takes all the fun out of middle age Conditions are never just right. People who delay action until all factors are favorable do nothing.