Dr. Ivan Joseph: Leadership Mindset

  • TEDx Talk has more than 21 million views and was named by Forbes as “One of The Top TED Talks About the Meaning of Life”
  • Speaks with credibility based on experience as an Olympic and National Champion coach and leader
  • Blends story-telling and PhD research with audiences sharing actionable strategies for building unstoppable teams, unlocking potential, and leading with resilience
  • Inspires, challenges, and entertains – all while providing tangible techniques for people to apply in their lives and work.

Travel & Fee Range:**

  • Travels from: Waterloo, ON
  • **Fee range: $10,001 - $20,000

Keynote Topics

When teams thrive, they elevate everyone to a level they didn’t know was possible. When teams struggle, they create dynamics and challenges that limit performance.

What does it take for a team to excel? How do you create a culture of excellence? How do you build a high-performing team?

Sharing funny and moving stories, and research-based insights, Ivan inspires leaders and teams to achieve even their toughest goals.

In this fast-paced, interactive session, leaders gain insights and techniques to:

  • Articulate common values and a shared sense of purpose.
     
  • Create team cohesion,  the foundation of elite team performance.
     
  • Set higher expectations to achieve new levels of performance.
     
  • Self-confidence, cohesion and expectations drive team performance. Dr. Ivan Joseph approach works: Leaders and teams see an immediate impact.

It’s time to amplify your team’s performance!

Success begins and ends with self-confidence. Your belief in yourself is the foundation for thriving, achieving your dreams, and unlocking your potential. With self-confidence, you live the happy, inspired, connected life you deeply desire. 

Dr. Ivan Joseph shares powerful stories that people take to heart, and research-based insights.  You’ll learn practical techniques to:

  • Develop and sustain self-confidence, especially in times of adversity.
  • Promote self-confidence in your team and others.
  • Use the power of positive self-talk and setting higher expectations.

 You’ll gain self-confidence and a renewed belief in yourself. You’ll be inspired to overcome your challenges—and learn how to accelerate your performance!

 

Teams and organizations that prioritize diversity and inclusion are stronger, more successful, and have more opportunities to prosper.

Dr. Ivan Joseph is uniquely positioned to guide your team with practical and proven strategies to attract, retain and develop talent for the long-run.

In this moving and perspective-shifting session, Ivan challenges audiences to think about issues of diversity and inclusion in a new way by embracing a powerful concept:

A culture of inclusivity is a culture of high-performance.  

Dr. Ivan Joseph shares insights and moving experiences from his own remarkable story.

Your leaders gain:

  • Powerful strategies for fueling high performance through inclusivity and diversity
  • Tactics for successfully navigating the nuances of organizational decisions related to diversity and inclusion
  • Techniques to foster successful cross-cultural communication

Your leaders will be ready to create a culture where inclusion and high performance go hand in hand.

Dr. Ivan Joseph inspires and coaches people and teams to maximize their potential. An award-winning coach, educator, and leader, Joseph has spent his career leading cultural transformation, helping people believe in themselves, and creating cohesive teams. He speaks about self-confidence, embracing the “grit” to persevere in spite of setbacks, and leading teams to success, drawing […]

Dr. Ivan Joseph inspires and coaches people and teams to maximize their potential.

An award-winning coach, educator, and leader, Joseph has spent his career leading cultural transformation, helping people believe in themselves, and creating cohesive teams. He speaks about self-confidence, embracing the “grit” to persevere in spite of setbacks, and leading teams to success, drawing from the lessons he’s learned from a life in sport. Dynamic and engaging, Joseph always leaves audience with a memorable experience that adds value long after the presentation ends.

Born in Guyana, South America, Joseph arrived in Toronto at the age of five, with only the clothes he was wearing. The Joseph family lived in one of the poorest and most dangerous neighborhoods in Canada, until hard work and good fortune helped them move to a rural farming community—where Ivan was fortunate to develop unstoppable work ethic and sky-high aspirations.

While serving as a professor and soccer coach at Graceland University, Dr. Ivan Joseph developed the soccer program from the ground up. In just five years, he led both the men’s and women’s teams to #1 national rankings and helped the men’s team win their first ever national championship. As a result, he was recognized by The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics as National Coach of the Year in 2006.

Joseph’s TEDx Talk has more than 20 million views, which speaks to the impact he has on people. Forbes named it one of the “Ten Best TED Talks About The Meaning of Life.”

Along with being an in-demand speaker, consultant and coach, Dr. Ivan Joseph contributes regularly to publications including Huffington Post and Globe and Mail. He is also the author of the bestselling book ​You Got This: Mastering the Skill of Self-Confidence.​

Joseph has a BA in Physical Education and Health, a Masters in Higher Education Administration, and a PhD in Sports Psychology.

Dr. Ivan Joseph | Leadership Mindset

    •  

    SPEAKING

    Recognized as one of the most motivational and transformational keynote speakers of the past decade, Dr. Ivan Joseph has impacted millions of people around the world.

    His TEDx Talk has over 24 million views, and was named by Forbes as one of the Top TED Talks About The Meaning of Life.

    Dr. Ivan Joseph inspires, challenges and entertains—all while providing actionable techniques for individuals and teams to maximize their potential. 

    Self-confidence, cohesion and expectations drive team performance. Dr. Ivan Joseph approach works: Leaders and teams see an immediate impact.

    It’s time to amplify your team’s performance!

    You’ll gain self-confidence and a renewed belief in yourself. You’ll be inspired to overcome your challenges—and learn how to accelerate your performance!

    Your leaders will be ready to create a culture where inclusion and high performance go hand in hand.

    Contact us at Speakers Inc and follow us on Twitter

    Videos

    Interest to Book? Send us your enquiry

    Speaker Contact Form

    Enquiry Form

    Talent resources available for download

    In order to view the below you must be logged in.

    • Powerpoint Slide – For meeting and event planners
    • Gallery Images
    • High Resolution Images
    • PDF Files
    • Books and Magazine Links
    • Music List
    • Podcast Shows
    • Courses
    • + more

    View further speakers

    • (55)
    Leah Busque Solivan

    Leah Busque Solivan is not just a speaker; she’s a visionary entrepreneur who has redefined the way we approach productivity and task management. As the founder of TaskRabbit, she revolutionized the gig economy, empowering individuals to outsource errands and tasks with ease. Leah’s journey from a software engineer at IBM to a pioneering businesswoman showcases […]

    • Travels from: San Francisco, CA
    • STEM Speakers
    • (28)
    • (5)
    Jeremy Gutsche

    Jeremy Gutsche, MBA, CFA, is a renowned figure in the world of innovation and entrepreneurship, celebrated as a New York Times bestselling author and an award-winning innovation expert. With a reputation for delivering electrifying keynote presentations that inspire and ignite creativity, Jeremy has been dubbed by The Sun Newspaper as “one of the most sought-after […]

    • Travels from: Toronto, ON
    • Artificial Intelligence
    • (12)
    Rachel Bogle

    Rachel Bogle is a seasoned event emcee, award-winning journalist, and accomplished anchor with over a decade of experience captivating live audiences and television viewers alike. Her dynamic presence, polished delivery, and ability to adapt to any event atmosphere make her a top choice for high-profile corporate events, conferences, and live shows. With her background in […]

    • Travels from: Myrtle Beach, SC
    • Event Emcee
    • (30)
    BE BETTER THAN YOUR BS Risha Grant

    After years of conversations and consultations, research and interviews regarding diversity & inclusion, Risha Grant has learnt that companies don’t have diversity problems; they have people problems. For too long, diversity has been blamed for loss of productivity, discrimination and a litany of other workplace faux pas, but diversity has never been the issue. It can’t […]

    • Travels from: Tulsa, OK
    • Diversity Speakers
    • (160)
    Lisa Argen

    Lisa Argen is a seasoned meteorologist and news personality, boasting a career spanning two decades in the field of journalism. Throughout her tenure, she has garnered a reputation for her dedication to delivering accurate and insightful meteorological updates to audiences across various platforms. Lisa Argen | Weather Anchor Accomplishments: Lisa’s contributions to the field of […]

    • Travels from: San Francisco, CA
    • News Anchors
    • (26)
    Dr Mark van Rijmenam

    Dr. Mark van Rijmenam is a globally recognized strategic futurist, keynote speaker, and thought leader on artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the future of work. As an in-demand speaker, he equips organizations with the knowledge and insights needed to navigate digital disruption, drive innovation, and prepare for the rapidly changing technological landscape. His ability to translate […]

    • Travels from: Sydney, NSW
    • Futurists Speakers
    • (25)
    Joe Theismann

    Joe Theismann, legendary NFL quarterback, Super Bowl champion, and award-winning broadcaster, is a renowned keynote speaker specializing in sports leadership, motivation, and peak performance. With a career spanning professional sports, media, and business, Joe brings an unparalleled perspective on teamwork, resilience, and achieving success under pressure. Known for his dynamic and engaging speaking style, Joe […]

    • Travels from: Germantown, TN
    • Sporting Speakers
    • (46)
    Chris Steely

    As a top rated business facilitator, NCAA national rowing champion, U.S. Marine Corps Officer, corporate vice-president, business owner, MBA, world traveler, inspirational author, renowned global business coach, and devoted husband, Chris Steely has a vast array of life and leadership experience. As the Director of Coaching for the world’s top business coaching company, Chris has […]

    • Travels from: San Diego, CA
    • Leadership Speakers
    Disclaimer
    The profiles and images embedded on these pages are from various conference entertainers and other talent.

    These remain the property of its owner and are not affiliated with or endorsed by Speakers Inc.

    Fee ranges where listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only.

    All talent fees exclude VAT, travel and accommodation where required.

    Subscribe to our Newsletter and get connected:

    Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
    Your subscription has been successful.

    Newsletter

    Subscribe to our newsletter and stay updated.

    We use Brevo as our marketing platform. By submitting this form you agree that the personal data you provided will be transferred to Brevo for processing in accordance with Brevo's Privacy Policy.

    Our Mission:

    We are your partner creating memorable and engaging experiences that go beyond the event itself.

    © All rights reserved 2025.  Designed using Voxel