Executive function skills are the mental processes that enable us to plan, focus attention, remember instructions, and juggle multiple tasks successfully. Like the CEO of the brain, these skills are fundamental for learning and development and include self-control, working memory, and mental flexibility. When parents support the development of these skills, they provide their child with a toolkit for academic success, improved social interactions, and better problem-solving abilities. Simple strategies like routine building, playing memory games, and encouraging mindfulness can bolster these skills in children. For children struggling in areas of executive functioning, specialized coaching can make all the difference.