Executive Function Coach
D-Cal
"On this battlefield, man has no better weapon than his intelligence, no other force but his heart."
Jose Rizal (Philippine National Hero)
About D-Cal
A Little About Me
I’m proudly Filipino and neurodivergent, and I hold a teaching level in Capoeira. I believe purpose and play belong together—in life and in coaching.
I’m the creator and co-founder of Upstart: The Board Game, used by thousands of players across 29 countries, and the author of 365 Days of Breakthroughs. My work has been featured in HuffPost, Entrepreneur Magazine, and BBC, and I’ve represented youth and social impact at Davos through the World Economic Forum’s Global Shaper Community.
Outside of coaching, I serve as the director of an educational non-profit focused on providing economic opportunities for underserved communities.
My Coaching Style
I believe purposeful play can unlock potential—learning should be memorable and empowering, not just another task on the list.
Clients describe me as dynamic and encouraging, someone who blends mindset work with creative problem-solving.
I especially focus on momentum and follow-through, helping clients build habits that actually feel sustainable.
Working Together
Clients who enjoy working with me often appreciate that I:
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Bring international coaching and speaking experience to every session
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Use purposeful play to make growth feel engaging, not just effortful
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Help you build momentum that actually feels sustainable
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Bring cultural awareness and lived neurodivergent experience
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Meet whatever you’re working through with curiosity, not judgment
Intelligence and heart are the best weapons we have—I help clients bring both to their goals.