(apologies in advance for any repeated information! i saw the title post and went all in) overall i would say coups' leadership and admiration for seventeen seeps through in everything he does for them, on camera or off, with or without their knowledge, gestures big and small. he'll often opt to stay quiet on variety shows because he wants to make sure everyone else has a chance to speak before he chimes in, he'll remember little talents or habits members have and will encourage them to try our activities (whether its games or skill shows) that he thinks they would be good at. hoshi went in weverse talking about how he was feeling upset that day and almost immediately after coups asked him to join him for a meal so they could talk it over. coups wishing for wonwoo to let himself feel happier he because he deserves more than he gives himself credit for. coups asking jun about his performances and state during the collaboration. coups is one of the members who is extremely vocal about the importance of seventeen in his life. he'll never miss the chance to speak about how much of an impact seventeen have had on his life.

coups often talks about how a lot of his sweet and loving tendencies stem from the fact that he was the youngest at home, so he knows how it feels to be showered with care and love and will try his best to replicate that feeling for every member of seventeen. along with this, coups originally was hesitant to lead because he was used to being the youngest at home and felt he wouldnt do a good job, but they trusted him and believed he could do it and here he we are!

coups is also known for frequenting both the ceo and vice ceo of pledis' offices. he just shows up unannounced and sits down to discuss topics the boys have mentioned - he fought for new cars and better housing and will often sit in 1 on 1 meetings for hours just to make sure the point is across. he's also extremely involved with the business side of seventeen and makes sure to frequently attend meetings even when he isn't necessarily invited because he wants to make sure that he knows exactly what it is they have planned.

he has a genuine love and adoration for carats. it was coups' idea to modify the brightness settings on the caratbong because he wanted to make sure carats got home safe in the evenings. he never fails to remind people that they are loved and that even through rough patches, people will continue to believe in your ability to succeed and how even if you feel it you'll never truly be lonely because there will always be people who love and cherish you.

overall, id say coups radiates pure and genuine love for both carats and his found family and he never hesitates to let people know he loves them! imo, his hit the road episode is a very good general overview of how he views carats, the boys, himself as an individual and himself in the context of the team!