#Executive Function Studies

🧠 Executive Functioning 101 Think of it as your brain’s “control center” — helping you plan, organize, remember, regulate, and get things done. But when those skills are delayed or challenged? 💥 It’s not laziness. It’s not defiance. It’s a signal that support is needed — not shame. 📊 This infographic breaks down: ✅ What executive functioning skills are ⚠️ What the struggles look like 🛠️ And most importantly… the tools that help. ✨ Let’s support brains that think differently. Save this. Share it. Post it in your classroom or clinic. Every child deserves the tools that meet their brain’s needs. #ExecutiveFunctioning #NeurodivergentSupport #ThriveCommunityWorks #ADHDAwareness #BehaviorIsCommunication #EmotionalRegulation #ChildDevelopment #ToolsNotTantrums #InclusiveEducation #SupportDon’tShame #MentalHealthMatters

Someone asked if there are ways to improve your executive function if you grew up in poverty or experienced other kinds of trauma or discrimination. YES! These are free or as close to free as possible, and only require a few minutes on google to get 1,000,000 ideas. None of these are quick fixes, they require both commitment and self-compassion (for when you miss a day, feel like you screwed up, etc.) Be kind to yourself! You’re doing the best you can. ♥️ #socialjustice #antiracism #endpoverty #publichealth #executivefunction

What is executive function? Executive function refers to a set of mental skills that help people plan, focus attention, remember instructions, multitask, regulate emotions, and solve problems. These skills enable goal-directed behavior, flexible thinking, and self-control, allowing us to organize actions, monitor progress, and adapt to new situations. Executive DYSfunction is difficulty with all of those things. So when people tell you that ADHD isn’t that big of a deal, remind them that yes, yes it is. #drsasha #adhd

I couldn’t step into a Director role until I stopped doing these 4 things: 1) Believing hard work alone was enough Hard work is the baseline—it’s expected. But promotions don’t go to the hardest workers; they go to those who make an impact. Executives need to be seen. Instead of just putting in effort, focus on influence, visibility, and driving results across teams. 2) Letting Fear of Selling Myself hold me back Many skilled professionals stay stuck simply because they don’t advocate for themselves. If you don’t highlight your value, who will? Own your strengths, share your wins, and position yourself as a leader with confidence. 3) Lacking a game plan Climbing the executive ladder isn’t accidental—less than 9% make it. If you’re aiming for VP or beyond, you need a clear roadmap. Level up your skills, understand the decision-makers, and navigate office politics strategically. 4) Playing small Executive presence isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a necessity. If you’re constantly in the background, playing it safe, or downplaying your contributions, you’ll be overlooked. You need to refine how you show up. Stepping into leadership isn’t luck—it’s strategy. It took me a dozen rejections to figure it out, but you can learn it in 90 minutes. Check my pinned comment 👇🏾👇🏾 #executivepresence #csuite #coachivate #executivecoach #coachfaa #boardroom #careerdevelpment

most people stay “entry-level” not because of skill… but because of mindset. this video shows the difference—basic moves keep you busy, while power moves get you promoted. if you want to play at an executive level, you can’t just work hard🥲 you have to think strategically, build visibility, and make sure the right people know your impact. this is the mindset shift I wish I made sooner! ❤️video format creds to @avnibarman_ (love her series, check it out if you haven’t!!!)

3 Tips to Nail a Presentation at Work Sounding like a CEO 1. Start Strong → Open with a story, a surprising fact, or a question that hooks the room. → People decide if they’ll listen in the first 30 seconds. ⸻ 2. Keep It Crisp → Have one clear message per slide or section — no clutter. → Speak slower than you think you should. Pause to let key points land. ⸻ 3. End with Impact → Recap the “so what” — what do you want them to remember or do next? → Leave them with a memorable one-liner, quote, or takeaway. ⸻ Pro tip: People don’t remember perfect slides. They remember how you made them feel — confident, clear, and inspired to act. ⸻ #presentationtips #officepolitics #relationshipcapital #corporateetiquette #womeninfinance #careergrowth

Executive functioning is the brain’s management system — and it impacts everything from starting tasks to staying organized. 🧠 In this Quick Tip, we break down what it is, why it matters, and what we might notice in students who need support. #ExecutiveFunctioning #QuickTipTuesday #StudentSuccess #LiteracyLeadership

Executive communication sounds scary 😬 but it's simpler than you think. Interestingly, the principles of a👌🏼TikTok video apply directly to how you communicate with senior leaders in your company. Here's why: 1️⃣Time efficiency: You’ve got about 15-30s in a TikTok video to communicate to someone that you’ve got something to share, that they need to listen to. Same for execs. You always have less time with them, so all your comms need to be waaaay more concise. 2️⃣ Context: Executives have a broad perspective. Their view is from a higher altitude. Connect *your* topic to *their* priorities and problems they’re trying to solve. ✨ Tips ✨ 👉🏼 Quickly establish what you’re actually talking about and why they should care. It’s called the “What” and “So What” (aka why is this important to them, what big thing does your update connect to). 👉🏼 Start with the conclusion (the key takeaway, the answer, the request you have of them). Don’t take them on a journey. They don’t need all the details (and they’re very good at asking if they do). Get right to the meat. 👉🏼 Start simple (practice explaining you’re thing like you would to a smart 12 yo). It’s counterintuitive (surely I need to sound as smart and complex as possible!) but remember, they’re across 20, 30, 40 different topics and problems at any time for the business. No one ever gets upset by simple, clear and human communication. 👉🏼 Know what your ask is. What do you actually want them to do? By when? Be specific. 👉🏼 Don’t be scared — it’s just a person who was young once too and good leaders will remember exactly how it feels to be in your shoes and be nervous. 👉🏼If they rush you or sound direct/short, they ‘re probably not trying to be rude. If you hear them saying “yup, yup, yup” (it’s called chirping) it might mean that they know what you're talking about and you have permission to get to the point / cut some of the details. #executivecommunication #leadership #careeradvice #communicationtips #businessskills #successtips #careergrowth #personaldevelopment #genz #youngprofessionals #earlycareer #corporategirl #careeradvice #communicationskills

6 FUNCTIONS, 1 COMMON ANSWER - Share this with your friends!!! . . #teacher #princeacademy #commerce #hsc #teacherstyle

Stepping into an executive role is one of the biggest transitions in your career. It’s not about doing more — it’s about thinking bigger. In this video, I share key shifts that will help you navigate the leap. If you’re moving into senior leadership, or preparing for the next step in your career, these insights will help you succeed with confidence. Remember: ✨Success at the executive level comes from creating clarity, empowering people, and leading at scale. #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #ceo #growthmindset

What you need to know about interacting with execs and senior leaders 👇🏼 The difference is (1) time (2) altitude. 1️⃣ Every hour of an executives’s time is scheduled. You need to get to the point more quickly, and make your presentations shorter than with anyone else you interact with. 2️⃣ Execs see from a completely different perspective. They’re thinking about the biggest company priorities and problems, from a high altitude, and constantly context switching between dozens of topics and sub-teams each day. It’s an information firehose. You want to break it, get their attention and hold it. Here’s how: 1. Know what’s important to them 2. Frame your message around that 3. Start your presentation with the ‘So What?’ 4. If you’re selling in an idea, use storytelling (not just data) 5. If you’re giving an update, keep it to 3 bullets 6. Plan for it to be more of a discussion than you speaking at them 7. Ask *them* questions (and prep for them to ask you) ⚡I talk about exec presence and communication in my free newsletter 👉🏼 link in the usual spot. #executivepresence #leadershipcommunication #executives#seniorleadership #communicationtips #publicspeaking #presentationskills #careeradvice #businesscommunication #influence #storytelling

Every day, your desk fills up. Emails. Calls. Messages. Fires. Everything feels urgent. But urgency is not importance. In this video I break down the a framework I use to separate: • What is important • What is time-sensitive • What builds long-term leverage • What just creates noise Most people live in the “urgent” quadrant. High performers build in the “important” quadrant. The difference? Urgent tasks protect today. Important tasks build tomorrow. If you operate under pressure, carry responsibility, lead teams or run businesses — you don’t need more motivation. You need clarity. Importance vs. Time Sensitivity. That’s how you stop reacting. That’s how you start leading.