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Hosted by Christine and Georgia · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 55 episodes
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Making the Grade is a podcast about executive function—how we manage time, energy, emotions, and goals in real life. Hosted by former educators turned executive function coaches, we explore the brain-based skills that drive success both personally and professionally. Each episode features real stories from entrepreneurs, overwhelmed professionals, parents, and experts in executive function. We dive into the habits, challenges, and strategies that help people build (or rebuild) motivation, focus, organization, and emotional regulation. Why do so many of us feel stuck, even when we’re trying our best? What does success really look like—and how do we get there on our own terms? The pressures of modern life are real, but so are the solutions. Making the Grade offers honest conversations, practical tools, and a reminder that success isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up for yourself every day. Subscribe and l
Christine and Georgia hosts Making the Grade Podcast, a business show with 55 episodes published.
Send us Fan Mail S4 EP 54 | Taking a Chance, Finding Your Creative Path & Building a Career on Your Own Terms: A Conversation with Chris Have you ever wondered what it takes to build a creative career while balancing fam
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what it really takes to build a business while balancing family life, leadership, and your own well-being? On this episode of Making the Grade podcast, Georgia sits down with her h
Send us Fan Mail Making the Grade Podcast Season 4, Episode 52 Brendan Nixon In this episode of the Making the Grade Podcast, Georgia and Christine sit down with Brendan Nixon, founder of Homes by Brendan Nixon and a top
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Making the Grade Podcast, Georgia sits down with Tammy Golson Fallon, founder of Tammy Golson Events and the Boston Planners Dining Club. Known for creating elevated weddings, corp
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Making the Grade Podcast, Georgia sits down with Abel Castaneda, owner of APEX Advantage Bookkeeping, who brings over 20 years of experience in the financial industry. Based in Neb
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Making the Grade Podcast, Christine and Georgia sit down with Maryanne Betso, a Certified Global Luxury Specialist with over 24 years of experience in real estate. Based in Connect
Send us Fan Mail In Season 4, Episode 48 of the Making the Grade Podcast, Christine sits down with Will, a financial planning and wealth management professional who helps individuals and families approach retirement with
Send us Fan Mail In the Season 4 premiere of the Making the Grade Podcast, Georgia sits down with Catherine, a luxury travel advisor specializing in honeymoons, destination weddings, and thoughtfully designed leisure tra
Send us Fan Mail Rewiring Routines, Expanding Impact: Executive Function in Real Life & Season 3 Finale As MTG wraps up Season 3 of Making the Grade, Georgia & Christine reflect on just how much has grown, shifted, and e
Send us Fan Mail S3 EP 45 | Season 3 Episode 45 : Unleashing Curiosity in Classrooms with Olivia Odileke How do you spark curiosity, inspire engagement, and create those unforgettable “aha!” moments in learning? On this
Send us Fan Mail S3 EP 44 | Season 3 Episode 44 : The Executive Function Guide to Teaching Multilingual Students: Trauma, Communication, and Brain-Based Learning What does it really take to reach, teach, and connect with
Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ S3 EP 43 | Season 3 Episode 43: Why Multilingual Learners Struggle with Executive Function: A Conversation with Dr. Dana Goodier In this episode of Making the Grade, hosts Christine and Georgia sit d
Send us Fan Mail S3 EP 42 | Season 3 Episode 42 : Honoring Our Brains: Iris Wong on Executive Function, Neurodivergence, and Growth What does it mean to honor your brain, your body, and your story while raising a family
Send us Fan Mail S3 EP 41 | Season 3 Episode 41 : Executive Function Skills for College Success: Howard Freedman on Planning, Organization & Financial Aid Have you ever felt like the stress of planning and paying for col
Send us Fan Mail S3 EP 40 | Season 3 Episode 40 : Rocks First: Executive Function Advice with Dr. Curt Merlau Have you ever felt like you're constantly juggling priorities - but the most important things always seem to s
Send us Fan Mail MAKING THE GRADE S3 EP 39 | Season 3 Episode 39 : Teachers Deserve It: a Conversation with Rae Hughart Have you ever felt like your to-do list is never-ending—or that your inbox has gotten past the point
Send us Fan Mail MAKING THE GRADE S3 EP 38 | Season 3 Episode 38 : a Conversation with Hosts Georgia & Christine Making the Grade is celebrating two incredible years of podcasting with a fresh new chapter. As the show ev
Send us Fan Mail MAKING THE GRADE S3 EP 37 | Season 3 Preview + Executive Function Updates : a Conversation with Hosts Georgia & Christine Making the Grade Podcast is kicking off Season 3 with a heartfelt update from the
Send us Fan Mail S2 EP 036 | Mental Health Support & Open Parachutes : a Conversation with Child & Adolescent Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Hayley Watson In this next episode, a Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychologist sh
Send us Fan Mail S2 EP 035 | Educator Forever : a Conversation with Teacher Career Coach, Lily In this next episode of Making the Grade, Georgia & Christine chat with Lily Jones, founder of Educator Forever. Lily, a form
Will Young
financial planning and wealth management professional · Finding Infinity
1 appearance on this show
Olivia Odileke
Founder · Kampus Insights
1 appearance on this show
Andrea Bitner
EL Teacher, Author, Professor, PD Partner
1 appearance on this show
Rae Hughart
founder & educator · Teachers Deserve It
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Hayley Watson
Child & Adolescent Clinical Psychologist · Open Parachute
1 appearance on this show
Lily Jones
Educator Forever
1 appearance on this show
Abel Castaneda
APEX Advantage Bookkeeping
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Dr. Curt Merlau
Resultant
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Making the Grade Podcast is hosted by Christine and Georgia. The show is categorised under business (entrepreneurship) and has published 55 episodes.
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