Build the skills students need to succeed—and lead

Teen Exec helps students develop practical skills in time management, organization, decision-making, and leadership

Teen Exec Student Leadership Research Project

Thank you to the 308 student leaders and advisors who participated in this national research effort.

Survey responses have now been collected from 271 student leaders and 37 advisors representing 44 states and the District of Columbia. Participants included leaders from student council, DECA, FBLA, BPA, SkillsUSA, HOSA, FCCLA, FFA, Key Club, National Honor Society, Science Olympiad, robotics teams, speech and debate, journalism, performing arts, athletics, cultural organizations, and many other school and state leadership organizations.

Survey participation by state. Responses were received from 44 states and the District of Columbia.

We’re now analyzing the data and preparing a comprehensive report that will be released in September 2026.

Research Updates

  • Early Lessons from My Student Leadership Research ProjectRead the blog

  • What I’m Learning From Student LeadersRead the blog

Featured episode

Leadership, Decisions, and Making a Difference — with Massachusetts Representative Alice Peisch

Natalya Lucas talks with Massachusetts State Representative Alice Peisch about leadership, decision-making, public service, and how young people can make a difference in their communities.

Many students are capable, but struggle to manage their time and stay organized.

Teen Exec focuses on the skills behind the work, helping students build systems, make better decisions, and take ownership of their responsibilities.

These are the skills that drive success in school, activities, and leadership.

Natalya Lucas, Teen Exec founder, teaching a workshop on time management.

How it works

Workshops

Small-group sessions to help students stay organized, manage time, and make better decisions.

1:1 Coaching

Personalized support to help students stay organized, manage time, and follow through consistently.

Podcast

Conversations that help students think more clearly about decisions, priorities, and growth.

Summer 2026 Workshops

This summer, Teen Exec offered four interactive workshop topics for middle school students at the Weston Public Library, with eight sessions reaching capacity.

Students practiced practical strategies for planning ahead, staying organized, making thoughtful decisions, and getting back on track when things don't go as planned.

What students gain

Stronger time management and planning

Better organization across school and activities

More confidence in decision-making

Students leave with systems they can actually use

Greater independence and follow-through

Ability to take initiative and lead

See how these skills come to life in a featured podcast episode:

Stay informed about Teen Exec

Occasional updates to workshops and practical tools for students

We email only when new workshops open or when we have something useful to share.