009 - What is the Executive Function of Initiating & Task Monitoring

In today’s episode we wrap up our four part series on exploring the executive functions and the role they play in our ability to be organized. I’ve always believed that you won’t just “be organized.” Organization is a learnable skill. This means that it’s not something you have to be born with. If you’re currently not organized, that's okay too! You can absolutely learn how to be organized. I have always had a strong belief that organization is a learnable skill. So, I wasn’t surprised to learn that 87% of Americans also believe that organization is a learnable skill. However, I was surprised to find that of those same Americans - only 18% believed that they are organized. Organize 365® courses and programs teach you how to be organized. If you struggle with initiating and task monitoring, then you need community. That’s why adding the Organize 365® Community App was important to me. Initiation is simply the “start” factor. Task Monitoring is the ability to look at how far you have come and understand how much still needs to be accomplished. EPISODE RESOURCES: Organize 365® Blitz (Free) Organize 365® Community The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan Listen to today’s episode to learn how community and grace play a huge role in helping you learn a new skill (like organizing). Did you enjoy this episode? Please leave a rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Share this episode with a friend and be sure to tag Organize 365® when you share on social media!

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Lisa Woodruff is a home organization expert, productivity specialist, and author of multiple books including The Paper Solution and How ADHD Affects Home Organization. Lisa’s research-based teaching shines a light on the invisible work being done at home and in the workplace. She has defined the work involved in housework, How to eliminate swiss cheese home organization, and the weight of paper in the American home. This ADHD Playlist Podcast contains episodes previously published on the Organize 365® podcast and curated here for easy access to the best episodes related to the research on organization being done by Organize 365®. Lisa believes organization is not a skill you are born with. It is a skill that is developed over time and changes with each season of life. Lisa has helped thousands of women reclaim their homes and finally get organized with her practical tips, encouragement, and humor through her blog and podcast at Organize365.com.