Executive Function for Work

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Executive Function For Work

Landmark Learns is a series of educational webinars and other resources for parents, guardians, and champions of struggling learners. 

Executive Function: For Work

Host: Josh Clark
Panelists: Alanna D'Orlando ‘07, Brittany Kenney, Spencer Smitherman ‘08, Ady (Adwitiya) Tibrewal ‘17

This Landmark Learns webinar is a panel discussion about Executive Function (EF). Listen to successful professionals as they reflect on executive functioning strengths and struggles in the workplace. They share practical tips, strategies, and resources.

This webinar took place on  February 5, 2025.

Webinar Recording

 

Tools from the Panelists

These tools were discussed by panelists and not necessarily endorsed by Landmark School.

Working Memory
Note taking with Two Column Notes, One Note, or other digital note-taking tools
Recording calls and using AI transcription
“Pre-read” by putting content into AI like ChatGPT to give overview

Proofing/Grammar
Grammarly
ChatGPT AI tool for proofing, editing, setting tone, rewriting
Claude AI tool

Time Management
Calendaring (digital like Google Calendar or Apple Calendar) - block off time for meetings, projects, and more with reminders when things start
Apple watch to give reminders

Planning
Bullet Journaling
Kanban Board
Big Three (or some other small number) - pick three most important priorities for the week
List Making
Agenda making for meetings
Set Focus Time on devices
Turn off notifications on phone
Color coding for importance or categories

Share!
The more you share strategies and struggles with colleagues, the more you can learn for yourself and help others.

There is no right or wrong way to do something, but rather what works best for you.