Launching the very first episode of the Teen Exec Podcast was one of the most eye-opening and challenging projects I’ve ever taken on. Looking back, I realize just how many executive functioning (EF) skills it took to bring the episode to life. From planning and organizing to time management and flexibility,

Most schools today use a Student Information System (SIS), a digital platform that shows grades, attendance, schedules, and assignments. When I first starting using one, I thought of it as nothing more than a grade-checker. But over time, I realized these systems can actually do a lot more. This year my

If you’ve been following along with the Teen Exec blog, you already know we talk a lot about executive functioning (EF) skills, things like time management, staying focused, getting organized, and following through. We’ve shared tips to make the school year feel more manageable, suggested ways to take on leadership

The start of a new school year always feels like a fresh page: new classes, new notebooks, new routines. But if you’re stepping into a role as a class officer, club president, or team captain, it’s more than that. It’s the beginning of your leadership season. I’m still figuring out

When the school year starts—with classes, sports, clubs, friends, and homework—it’s easy to feel pulled in every direction. I’ve found that starting the year with a few clear strategies helps me feel more in control and less overwhelmed. A lot of what I’ve learned about building strong habits comes from

In my Teen Exec workshops, I often hear the same frustrations from students juggling school, sports, clubs, and everyday life. These challenges are real, and I face them, too. From staying organized to getting started on a tough assignment, these skills don’t come easily for most teens. To better understand

I’m a rising sophomore in high school, and like a lot of students, I’ll begin this school year hoping to feel more organized and a little less overwhelmed. Over the summer, I worked as a counselor at a local camp and often took evening dance classes. It was a busy