Our Approach
At Bold Step Coaching, we empower executives to excel in their careers and thrive in their lives. We focus on two core areas:
Executive Skills Mastery: We don't just teach theory; we work alongside you on your actual work, providing hands-on guidance to build lasting mastery and ensure a tangible impact on your performance.
Executive Wellness & Balance: True success includes well-being. Our science-backed approach addresses the whole person – mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual – helping you find sustainable happiness without sacrificing your professional achievements.
We tailor our coaching to your unique goals, ensuring a personalized experience that drives both your success and your personal fulfillment.
David La France brings over two decades of experience empowering professionals to achieve their highest potential. With 16 years as a software executive at the helm of engineering teams for both startups and established enterprises, David has a distinct understanding of what it takes to succeed in demanding environments.
His leadership proved instrumental in two highly successful exits, serving as Head of Engineering for SquareTrade and Kenna Security (now Cisco Vulnerability Management), which were acquired for a combined total of $2 billion. This experience isn't just about impressive numbers; it reflects David's unparalleled ability to build, scale, and transform engineering organizations from the ground up, foster high-performing cultures, and guide teams through complex changes like multi-million dollar revenue streams and rapid user growth for products like Farmville and Zynga Poker. He's adept at transforming legacy systems, implementing cutting-edge technologies, and optimizing processes to drive technical excellence and operational efficiency.
Beyond technical prowess, David's approach is rooted in strategic leadership and profound business acumen. He excels at partnering with C-suite executives, managing complex stakeholder relationships, and navigating organizational dynamics to align technical strategy with overarching business objectives. His expertise extends to critical decision-making, effective resource management, and adeptly handling high-pressure situations, from incident management to guiding successful layoffs with empathy.
What truly sets David apart is his commitment to the whole person. He understands that true success encompasses more than just professional achievements; it includes finding contentment and balance amidst the relentless pressures of leadership. David leverages his deep experience in fostering psychological safety, promoting emotional intelligence, and mastering communication and influence to help executives not only secure promotions and advance their careers but also cultivate a fulfilling life.
Whether you're aiming to refine your leadership skills, navigate a career transition, or find sustainable happiness without sacrificing your drive, David's hands-on, results-oriented coaching is designed to help you achieve mastery and thrive.
