In this conversation, Jeff Laporta, the Executive Director of Maryland ASBO, discusses leadership lessons for school business officials and how they can be related to classic TV shows. Jeff shares his background and experience in school business administration and explains his journey towards becoming a better leader. He highlights the importance of combining great work with great leadership and the impact of ego on leadership effectiveness. Jeff also explains how he uses classic TV shows like The Twilight Zone and I Love Lucy to demonstrate leadership lessons and relates them to modern challenges faced by school business officials. He emphasizes the significance of communication, empathy, and managing workload in effective leadership. In this conversation, Jeff and John discuss the importance of effective communication and self-reflection in leadership. They highlight the need for leaders to explain the 'why' behind their decisions and projects, as well as the importance of building strong teams. They also discuss the challenges of balancing workload and the tendency to take on too much. Jeff emphasizes the need for leaders to listen actively and show empathy, while also recognizing that some individuals may be unleadable. Self-reflection is seen as a crucial aspect of personal and professional growth as a leader.

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