Executive Function - a super-set of medical advice

X : How do I improve executive function?

Y : Google is your friend. Make lists. Pursue deadlines.

X : The essential problem is, that one cannot adhere to their deadlines! I was looking for a secret formula.

Y : Well ... if you regard the problem as ...[ problem ], then [ therapy ]

... biochemical ... get medication ; 

... disciplinary ... set up more carrots and sticks ;

... operational ... using lists will help ;

... teleological ... check your objectives ;

etc.

X : Disciplinary action does not work.

Y : Check everything else on the list.

X : Could it be stamina?

Y : It could be - then, schedule more exercise.

X : Could it be pacing?

Y : It could be - then, review the pace.

X : 

Y : I leave it to you then, go fix it, now.

X : Do you depend on obsession for motivation?

Y : (Being privileged.) Generally I have my concerns in order. Going from a state of disorder, to order, is a matter of sticks and carrots. Either you recognise an incentive, or there is no point in proceeding. If you are being whipped physically, you will do the necessary. It's simple - most people are simply not whipped, and hence underperform benchmarks, lol.

X : I will do the necessary when someone's life is in danger.

Y : Then put someone in danger, lo ...