Podcast

Executive Functioning Skills that Every Kid Should Learn

45-minute interview

Michael Delman, CEO of Beyond BookSmart, speaks with Tameka Montgomery of Raising Entrepreneurs.

Michael discusses the the skills students need to be independent and effective and gives some specific advice for how to minimize distractions, manage emotions, get organized, and much more!

Podcast

Building the Executive Function Skills Your Child Needs in the Age of Attention

30-minute interview

Michael Delman, CEO of Beyond BookSmart, speaks with Dave Leonard of KYNT Alive at 5 radio show.

Michael discusses the skills that students need to be independent and effective and provides advice for how parents can build these capacities in their children.

CHADD Annual International Conference on ADHD

Why Interventions Fail: Applying the Science of Behavior Change for Students and Adults with ADHD

Conference Presentation

When: Friday, November 9, 2018

Where: Hyatt Regency St. Louis, 315 Chestnut, St. Louis, MO 63102

It’s frustrating for educators and parents when students resist our interventions, yet there are reasons why students may not want to use the helpful strategies we offer them. In this workshop, Michael Delman, CEO of Beyond BookSmart, helps parents and educators understand which executive function challenges interfere with students’ abilities to be productive and effective learners. Participants will learn 5 stages of the well-researched Stages of Change model and communication strategies to foster buy-in. Learn more here.

Podcast

How to Stop a Teen with ADHD from Getting Distracted

15-minute interview

Michael Delman, CEO of Beyond BookSmart, speaks with Elaine Taylor-Klaus of ImpactADHD. 

Michael discusses the 2 major categories to think about when it comes to managing attention: blocking distractions and sustaining focus. Several tips and strategies are shared to help anyone who struggles to maintain productivity in the age of distraction.

Podcast

How to Help Teens with ADHD Stop Procrastinating

20-minute interview

Michael Delman, CEO of Beyond BookSmart, speaks with Elaine Taylor-Klaus of ImpactADHD. 

It's harder than ever to stop a teen with ADHD from procrastinating. How can we we support our kids, teach them to put the distractions aside, and motivate them without overwhelming them? Michael provides techniques and tools to help motivate students without pushing them too far.

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