leading the way, driving things forward, setting the tone, taking the lead, leading by example, charting the course, calling the shots, in the driver’s seat
agenda-setting - framing the agenda - shaping the agenda - controlling the agenda - driving the agenda - defining the agenda - determining the agenda - setting the priorities - shaping priorities - steering the discussion - shaping the conversation - framing the debate - driving the debate
“Setting the agenda” refers to the process by which individuals, groups, or institutions determine which issues, topics, or problems receive attention in public debate, media coverage, or organizational decision-making. The concept is central in political science and communication theory, especially in agenda-setting theory, which explains how media and leaders shape what people think is important. By deciding what is discussed, highlighted, or prioritized, actors who set the agenda can indirectly influence opinions, policies, and resource allocation. The term can apply to governments, news organizations, interest groups, or executives steering internal discussions within companies or institutions.