Leadership Coaching
Become who you know you can be
Leadership Coaching
Become who you know you can be
Leadership Coaching
Become who you know you can be
Impactful leaders share something powerful: they never stop growing.
Leaders are constantly seeking greater self-awareness so they can lead with authenticity and clear purpose. That's why many choose leadership coaching–it provides a private, proven space to transform into the leader they know they can become.
/ my approach
My Approach is Inspired by the Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute’s “Head and Heart” Philosophy
My clients experience a confidential and creative space to explore their leadership, clarify goals, and take action with intention, awareness, and courage. Leadership isn't about prescribed solutions, but personalized breakthroughs. We’ll work as partners to awaken your creativity and insights instead of giving you answers.
My clients experience a confidential and creative space to explore their leadership, clarify goals, and take action with intention, awareness, and courage. Leadership isn't about prescribed solutions, but personalized breakthroughs. We’ll work as partners to awaken your creativity and insights instead of giving you answers.
Although each coaching relationship is unique, I use an evidence-based leadership development framework by:
Although each coaching relationship is unique, I use an evidence-based leadership development framework by:
The goal of this process is transformation. Coaching clients fundamentally shift how they see themselves as leaders–moving beyond just adding skills to developing a deeper, more authentic leadership identity. Through coaching, clients internalize the process of change, leading to enduring change in their personal and professional lives.
I Believe In You
I have been driven to help others be better leaders throughout my 20+ year career. Everyone, from junior employees to experienced CEOs, possesses a well of untapped potential. Yet this potential often lies dormant. As a leadership coach, my responsibility is to help leaders activate their innate wisdom to achieve their utmost potential while living authentically and purposefully.
I Believe In You
I have been driven to help others be better leaders throughout my 20+ year career. Everyone, from junior employees to experienced CEOs, possesses a well of untapped potential. Yet this potential often lies dormant. As a leadership coach, my responsibility is to help leaders activate their innate wisdom to achieve their utmost potential while living authentically and purposefully.
/ testimonial
"Where some coaches stay stuck in the conceptual, David was always willing to get into brass tacks when I needed it - reviewing a draft project, charting out next steps, etc. I walked away from each session with great feedback, useful resources, and a concrete plan for action. On top of all that, David is fun to work with. He's incredibly responsive and brings a great sense of humor to the work.”
Elizabeth Dill
Former Chief of Staff at Hartford Public Schools
/ testimonial
"Where some coaches stay stuck in the conceptual, David was always willing to get into brass tacks when I needed it - reviewing a draft project, charting out next steps, etc. I walked away from each session with great feedback, useful resources, and a concrete plan for action. On top of all that, David is fun to work with. He's incredibly responsive and brings a great sense of humor to the work.”
Elizabeth Dill
Former Chief of Staff at Hartford Public Schools
/ testimonial
"Where some coaches stay stuck in the conceptual, David was always willing to get into brass tacks when I needed it - reviewing a draft project, charting out next steps, etc. I walked away from each session with great feedback, useful resources, and a concrete plan for action. On top of all that, David is fun to work with. He's incredibly responsive and brings a great sense of humor to the work.”
Elizabeth Dill
Former Chief of Staff at Hartford Public Schools
What You Can Expect to Gain From Coaching
Coaching creates possibilities. My hope is that you gain (or awaken) a profound self-awareness and purpose that drives meaningful action in your work, family, and community.
Gain clarity and focus
Gain clarity and focus
Gain clarity and focus
See possibilities amid confusion & chaos
See possibilities amid confusion & chaos
See possibilities amid confusion & chaos
Enhance leadership effectiveness
Enhance leadership effectiveness
Enhance leadership effectiveness
Increase performance & productivity
Increase performance & productivity
Increase performance & productivity
Improve your confidence & resilience
Improve your confidence & resilience
Improve your confidence & resilience
Balance work and life priorities
Balance work and life priorities
Balance work and life priorities
/ testimonial
"David is a supportive coach, not only offering guidance but also creating space to process information and emotions. This focus on creating a supportive environment for reflection is necessary for clarity in leadership. He also demonstrates the aptitude to help me navigate relationships in a complex public system. He has greatly contributed to my personal growth as a leader in strategic thinking, execution, and impact."
Jenny Lam
Director of Policy, Communications & Strategic Partnerships, former Board President at San Francisco Unified School District
/ testimonial
"David is a supportive coach, not only offering guidance but also creating space to process information and emotions. This focus on creating a supportive environment for reflection is necessary for clarity in leadership. He also demonstrates the aptitude to help me navigate relationships in a complex public system. He has greatly contributed to my personal growth as a leader in strategic thinking, execution, and impact."
Jenny Lam
Director of Policy, Communications & Strategic Partnerships, former Board President at San Francisco Unified School District
/ testimonial
"David is a supportive coach, not only offering guidance but also creating space to process information and emotions. This focus on creating a supportive environment for reflection is necessary for clarity in leadership. He also demonstrates the aptitude to help me navigate relationships in a complex public system. He has greatly contributed to my personal growth as a leader in strategic thinking, execution, and impact."
Jenny Lam
Director of Policy, Communications & Strategic Partnerships, former Board President at San Francisco Unified School District
My Coaching Experience
I hold an executive coaching certificate from University of California, Berkeley, and an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential from the International Coaching Federation. I have coached elected Board of Education members, K-12 Superintendents, Chiefs of Staff, nonprofit Executive Directors, and corporate senior leaders.
My Coaching Experience
I hold an executive coaching certificate from University of California, Berkeley, and an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential from the International Coaching Federation. I have coached elected Board of Education members, K-12 Superintendents, Chiefs of Staff, nonprofit Executive Directors, and corporate senior leaders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is coaching confidential?
Is coaching confidential?
Is coaching confidential?
Do I have to be an executive to receive coaching?
Do I have to be an executive to receive coaching?
Do I have to be an executive to receive coaching?
What type of clients do you coach?
What type of clients do you coach?
What type of clients do you coach?
How long does the coaching relationship last?
How long does the coaching relationship last?
How long does the coaching relationship last?
How is coaching different than advising?
How is coaching different than advising?
How is coaching different than advising?
My job is unique. How can a coach help me if they aren’t an expert in my field?
My job is unique. How can a coach help me if they aren’t an expert in my field?
My job is unique. How can a coach help me if they aren’t an expert in my field?
How do I know if and when coaching is right for me?
How do I know if and when coaching is right for me?
How do I know if and when coaching is right for me?
How do I start?
How do I start?
How do I start?
/ testimonial
“As I begin my Executive Director role, his coaching has been transformative. David understands the challenges that come with my executive responsibilities, is an active listener, and uses innovative techniques to help me stay focused on the big picture. He has helped me build my confidence, refine my leadership skills, and navigate complex situations so that I can make key decisions.
At the end of each coaching session, I leave with a list of next steps and a new framework, insight, or skill. I often replicate his coaching techniques to support my own team. What I appreciate most about David’s coaching style is that he is an empathetic listener who creates safe and trusting relationships."
Claudia Lee
Executive Director at Francophone Charter School of Oakland
/ testimonial
“As I begin my Executive Director role, his coaching has been transformative. David understands the challenges that come with my executive responsibilities, is an active listener, and uses innovative techniques to help me stay focused on the big picture. He has helped me build my confidence, refine my leadership skills, and navigate complex situations so that I can make key decisions.
At the end of each coaching session, I leave with a list of next steps and a new framework, insight, or skill. I often replicate his coaching techniques to support my own team. What I appreciate most about David’s coaching style is that he is an empathetic listener who creates safe and trusting relationships."
Claudia Lee
Executive Director at Francophone Charter School of Oakland
/ testimonial
“As I begin my Executive Director role, his coaching has been transformative. David understands the challenges that come with my executive responsibilities, is an active listener, and uses innovative techniques to help me stay focused on the big picture. He has helped me build my confidence, refine my leadership skills, and navigate complex situations so that I can make key decisions.
At the end of each coaching session, I leave with a list of next steps and a new framework, insight, or skill. I often replicate his coaching techniques to support my own team. What I appreciate most about David’s coaching style is that he is an empathetic listener who creates safe and trusting relationships."
Claudia Lee
Executive Director at Francophone Charter School of Oakland
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