Running a school is a lot like running a business—budgeting, hiring, managing a team, and making high-stakes decisions. But unlike CEOs, most principals aren’t trained to lead with a strategic mindset. In this episode of The Principal School Podcast, Dr. Michael Meechin breaks down what school leaders can learn from top CEOs and how applying a business leadership approach can transform a school.

In this episode, we cover:
✅ Why principals need to think beyond just 'managing' and start leading strategically
✅ Lessons from CEOs like Jeff Bezos, Richard Branson, and Elon Musk that apply to school leadership
✅ How to build a strong leadership team and delegate effectively
✅ The importance of data-driven decision-making in schools
✅ How to balance innovation with practical execution in education

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