If your calendar is packed with back-to-back meetings, constant interruptions, and zero time to actually lead—you're not alone. In this episode of The Principal School Podcast, Dr. Michael Meechin shares how school leaders can take back control of their time, prioritize what matters, and stop being ruled by their to-do lists.

In this episode, we cover:
✅ Why most school leaders feel reactive instead of strategic

✅ Common time traps that waste leadership capacity

✅ How to design a weekly calendar that reflects your real priorities

✅ Practical tips for saying no, setting boundaries, and protecting your energy

✅ Leadership moves to model time management for your entire team

If you're ready to lead your calendar instead of letting it lead you, this episode will give you the framework to make it happen.

📢 Share this episode with another school leader who’s ready to rethink PL.

Show Notes

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