followship

/ ˈfɒləʊʃɪp /

noun

1. the practice of doing what other people suggest, rather than taking the lead

Example Sentences

In the truest definition, the most important part about leadership is ‘followship.’

From Los Angeles Times

“I look for a really engaged followship,” Ms. Quinn said.

From New York Times

He concludes that a crisis of what he dubs “followship” played a key role in the election and in a new “post-truth” world.

From Seattle Times

He concludes that a crisis of what he dubs “followship” played a key role in the election and in a new “post-truth” world.

From Washington Times

Despite warnings against its superficial or risky nature, internet followship, and the patina of celebrity it confers, has emerged as a modern marker of social status.

From US News