David Buirs ACC

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DISC Type : DSi

Leadership Coach | Trainer at David Buirs Coaching

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Overview

David Buirs is a leadership coach and trainer specializing in developing early-career managers into confident, people-first leaders. Drawing from his experience leading a 75-person EMEA operation, he holds a Master of Laws from the University of Groningen. Colleagues describe him as enthusiastic, motivating, calm, and respectful.

He transitioned from directing a large brand protection team of IP lawyers and specialists at Corsearch to becoming an ICF Certified Coach.

Personality Overview

Friendly But Fast

Dynamic But Sincere

Decisive But Friendly

They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed  If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders)

Topics They Care About

Early-Career Leadership
His coaching practice is dedicated to helping new managers build confidence, overcome self-doubt, and move from constant firefighting to effective team leadership.
Practical Leadership Skills
He focuses on delivering training that translates real-world leadership into practical habits that reduce crisis management and improve team performance, emphasizing programs that actually change behavior.
Confident Communication
A core focus of his coaching is helping leaders develop confident communication styles, overcome imposter syndrome, and provide effective feedback to motivate their teams.

Media Appearances

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Work History

2-2024
Leadership Coach | Trainer at David Buirs Coaching
11-2023
Co-Founder & Facilitator at SHAPE YOUR FUTURE - The Leadership Experience
9-2023 - 1-2024
Coach in Training at Co-Active Training Institute
4-2020 - 8-2023
Director of Brand Protection (Operations), EMEA at Corsearch
2-2019 - 5-2020
Brand Protection Director at Pointer Brand Protection & Research

Education

2002 - 2011
Master of Laws (LLM) from University of Groningen
1996 - 2002
VWO from Praedinius Gymnasium

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Exp : 6 Location : Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands Job Level : Leadership Designation : Leadership Coach | Trainer at David Buirs Coaching
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Insights For Selling To David

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • During followups, use calls or text if needed, they should be fine
  • Showcase existing customers and use case-studies to grab their attention
  • Keep your pitch focused on the impact but nurture the relationship too

DONT's

  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Don’t be very informal during the early interactions even if they are being so themselves
  • Don't lean very heavily into providing too much information, sharing whitepapers etc.

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with David is

  • Nothing less than a strong combination of proof of results, relationship and high levels of professionalism is effective with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from David

  • They can say no while staying friendly, but can also be pursuaded to reconsider

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will David move?

  • They are generally fast movers and can take quick decisions
  • Can David take some risk or not?

  • They have high risk-appetite but can get ahead of themselves once in a while. Observe carefully

You And David

Personality Compatibility


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