Staying organized can be tough for anyone, especially if you struggle with executive functioning. However, when life gets busy, trying to stay on top of everything can be overwhelming. In this guide for organization for busy people, we’ll look at some simple strategies to help keep you on track so you can feel more in…
The everyday demands of life can take their toll on anyone, but moms face extra challenges. Most moms strive for a balanced lifestyle in order to keep their families running smoothly. Achieving that balance relies heavily on using executive functioning skills. However, if you have executive dysfunction, this is a double whammy. Prefer to listen…
In recent years, there has been an emphasis on helping students build executive functioning skills. However, I’ve met many people who have been diagnosed with ADHD as an adult. Often, especially in women, the diagnosis creates a lightbulb moment of “Ah, that explains why I am the way I am.” However, the diagnosis alone doesn’t…
Most people are looking for ways to increase productivity. One of the things people with executive dysfunction struggle with is their level of productivity. Often, they feel like they’re always running and not getting enough accomplished. Productivity is strongly linked to our executive functions, so if you are missing skills, your productivity might suffer. Prefer…
We all know that time management is key to being productive. However, energy management is an often overlooked piece that can make a huge difference in your ability to prioritize and accomplish your goals. When you have ADHD, anxiety, or other mental health issues, they can severely impact your ability to be productive. Everyone will…
Many of us have time sucks that we are completely unaware of. Discover the possible time sucks in your life to be more productive and make time for the things that really matter to you. Time sucks or time wasters aren’t always bad. We all know that we partake in activities that are not productive….
When most people think about planners, they just consider how a planner will keep them organized. However, there are many more benefits of using a planner daily. Read on to see why you should be using a planner (even if it hasn’t worked for you in the past). Prefer to listen instead of read? Press…
Sometimes, you have to be ruthless with your time and schedule in order to truly be able to manage it effectively. If you’ve created a time management plan and still failed to reach your goals, it’s likely because you’re too flexible and easy on yourself and others when it comes to the schedule. You only…
Which would you rather be—efficient or effective? Does it matter? Is one better than the other or are they the same? Prefer to listen rather than read? Press play below. One of the biggest issues that faces my clients is time management. But the thing is, time management is kind of an umbrella term. There…
Procrastination is something most people have experienced. For some, it’s a habit that negatively affects their life. Here are 5 ways to beat procrastination. Ah, procrastination, my old friend. People think that because I am a teacher and EF coach I would never procrastinate. In fact, I consider myself a master procrastinator. Procrastination is something…