Leadership Coaching
Become who you know you can be
Leadership Coaching
Become who you know you can be
Impactful leaders share a powerful trait: they never stop growing.
These leaders are constantly seeking greater self-awareness so they can lead with authenticity and clear purpose. That's why many invest in leadership coaching–to transform into the leader they know they can become.
Impactful leaders share a powerful trait: they never stop growing.
/ my approach
My Approach is Inspired by the Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute’s “Head and Heart” Philosophy
Leadership isn't about prescribed solutions, but personalized breakthroughs.
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. Then you can take action with intention, awareness, and courage.
Although each coaching relationship is unique, I use an evidence-based leadership development framework (see graphic).
The goal of this process is transformation.
My 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 make growth a core part of who they are as leaders, resulting in enduring impact in their personal and professional lives.
/ testimonial
Claudia Lee
Executive Director at Francophone Charter School of Oakland
“David's 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.“
“David's 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.“
“David's 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.“
Claudia Lee
Executive Director at Francophone Charter School of Oakland
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.
As a leadership coach, my responsibility is to help leaders activate their innate strengths, act purposefully and authentically, and achieve their utmost potential.
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.
As a leadership coach, my responsibility is to help leaders activate their innate strengths, act purposefully and authentically, and achieve their utmost potential.
What You Can 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
Gain clarity and focus
See possibilities amid confusion & chaos
See possibilities amid confusion & chaos
See possibilities amid confusion & chaos
See possibilities amid confusion & chaos
Enhance leadership effectiveness
Enhance leadership effectiveness
Enhance leadership effectiveness
Enhance leadership effectiveness
Increase performance & productivity
Increase performance & productivity
Increase performance & productivity
Increase performance & productivity
Improve your confidence & resilience
Improve your confidence & resilience
Improve your confidence & resilience
Improve your confidence & resilience
Integrate work and life priorities
Integrate work and life priorities
Integrate work and life priorities
Integrate work and life priorities
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"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
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"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
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"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
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"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
My Coaching Experience
Leadership development has been the main throughline of my career. As a rising leader, I dedicated myself to improving my own leadership; this journey continues today. Now, I feel deeply called to support others on their journey.
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 over 40 individuals including corporate senior leaders, elected Board of Education members, K-12 Superintendents, Chiefs of Staff, and nonprofit Executive Directors.
Leadership development has been the main throughline of my career. As a rising leader, I dedicated myself to improving my own leadership; this journey continues today. Now, I feel deeply called to support others on their journey.
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 over 40 individuals including corporate senior leaders, elected Board of Education members, K-12 Superintendents, Chiefs of Staff, and nonprofit Executive Directors.
My Coaching Experience
Leadership development has been the main throughline of my career. As a rising leader, I dedicated myself to improving my own leadership; this journey continues today. Now, I feel deeply called to support others on their journey.
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 over 40 individuals including corporate senior leaders, elected Board of Education members, K-12 Superintendents, Chiefs of Staff, and nonprofit Executive Directors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
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?
What type of clients do you coach?
How is coaching different than advising?
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?
My job is unique. How can a coach help me if they aren’t an expert in my field?
Is coaching confidential?
Is coaching confidential?
Is coaching confidential?
Is coaching confidential?
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 know if and when coaching is right for me?
How long does the coaching relationship last?
How long does the coaching relationship last?
How long does the coaching relationship last?
How long does the coaching relationship last?
How do I start?
How do I start?
How do I start?
How do I start?
/ 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
Former Board President at San Francisco Unified School District
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"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
Former Board President at San Francisco Unified School District
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"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
Former Board President at San Francisco Unified School District
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"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
Former Board President at San Francisco Unified School District
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