# Get Out and Walk the Front Line

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Podcast: [Creating Disney Magic](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creating-disney-magic-320348)
Published: 2026-07-28T05:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

"The problem you see is often three steps away from the real problem." Episode Chapters [00:01:52] Why Every Leader Should Walk the Front Line [00:03:19] What You Learn by Being Present Every Day [00:08:25] Removing Obstacles for Your Team [00:08:58] Looking Beyond the Symptoms to Find the Real Problem [00:14:49] Leading Through Visibility and Consistency The best leaders don't manage from behind a desk. They spend time where the work is happening. In this episode, Lee Cockerell explains why walking the front line became one of the most valuable leadership habits of his career. He shares how being visible helped him solve problems faster, build stronger relationships with employees, and uncover the real issues affecting operations before they became bigger challenges. The most effective leaders are spending more time where their customers are served and where their employees need their support. Read my blog for more from this episode. Resources CockerellStore.com The Cockerell Academy About Lee Cockerell Mainstreet Leader Jody Maberry Travel Guidance Magical Vacation Planners are my preferred travel advisors. Reach out to have them help plan your next vacation. You can reach them at 407-442-2694.

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