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Dr. Ivan Joseph

Award-Winning Performance Coach | Leadership and Cultural Transformation Expert

Dr. Ivan Joseph
Speaker Reel: What Are You Learning
On Diversity and Inclusion
TEDxRyersonU - The Skill of Self-Confidence
Ivan Joseph
Develop Self Confidence
What Are You Learning
Go Slow to Go Fast
Power of the Pause
Crystallized Learning and Looking at Problems in Different Ways
Dr.
Ivan Joseph
Dr. Ivan Joseph
Speaker Reel: What Are You Learning
On Diversity and Inclusion
TEDxRyersonU - The Skill of Self-Confidence
Ivan Joseph
Develop Self Confidence
What Are You Learning
Go Slow to Go Fast
Power of the Pause
Crystallized Learning and Looking at Problems in Different Ways

Dr. Ivan Joseph inspires people and teams to achieve more than they dreamed. 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 despite setbacks, and leading teams to success, drawing from the lessons he’s learned from a life in sport. Dynamic and engaging, Joseph always leaves audiences with a memorable experience that adds value long after the presentation ends.

Joseph has coached national and world champions and Olympians. He has set multiple records as a national level coach and led both men’s and women’s teams to #1 National Rankings and was the named NAIA National Coach of the Year.

As Director of Athletics at Ryerson University, Joseph led the athletic program to national prominence. The Ryerson Rams won provincial and national championships for the first time in the institution’s history — while achieving GPAs higher than the student body average. Joseph also spearheaded the landmark $100 million renovation of the historic and beloved Maple Leaf Gardens. In this new culture of belonging and pride across Ryerson’s diverse urban campus, student-athletes broke records with their athletic, academic and outreach activities.

Currently the Vice President of Student Affairs at Wilfred Laurier University, Joseph leads the university’s effort to promote interconnectedness and belonging among a diverse student body drawn from across the country and around the globe.

Joseph’s TEDx Talk has more than 21 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, 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.

Speaking topics

Presentations listed below include in-person and virtual keynotes, as well as workshops, fireside chats, and other presentation formats.

  • Success, Self-Confidence, and 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.

    As an award-winning coach and PhD sports psychologist, Dr. Ivan Joseph has focused on understanding the skill of self-confidence. He has developed, applied, and refined dozens of techniques that lead to high performance and excellence.

    In this energizing and motivational talk, you’ll learn the secrets Joseph used to help individuals and teams reach goals they never thought possible. Humour, visualization, and immersive activities keep everyone engaged and create a memorable experience.

    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.

    Audiences will leave with a renewed sense of self-confidence and belief in themselves, inspired to overcome challenges and ready to accelerate their performance!

  • Build a High-Performance Team

    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?

    NAIA National Coach of the Year Dr. Ivan Joseph cracked the code. He led a tiny college in Iowa to win a national soccer championship. He led a marginal university athletic program to national prominence. And that’s why he’s invited to speak on stages around the world.

    Sharing funny and moving stories, and research-based insights, Joseph 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. Joseph’s approach works — leaders and teams see immediate impact. It’s time to amplify your team’s performance!

  • Fueling Success Through Inclusivity and Diversity

    A culture of inclusivity is a culture of high performance. Likely, you’re prioritizing diversity and inclusion, and you’ve experienced some setbacks — and need some fresh ideas and inspiration!

    Dr. Ivan Joseph shares practical and proven strategies to build an inclusive culture. An authority on retention of under-represented populations in predominantly white organizations, Joseph also speaks movingly from his own experience. He has overcome challenges, broken barriers, and led a transformation toward inclusivity in every organization he’s worked for.

    Born in Guyana, Joseph moved to Canada at age five. He knows what it’s like to look different and sound different, to be a Black student on a white campus, to be a leader from an under-represented group. He has experienced the challenges and opportunities of being a designated hire. And he understands from the inside the complexities of creating an inclusive organizational culture.

    In this perspective-shifting talk, Joseph shares insights and experiences from his own remarkable story. Audiences will learn:

    • Powerful strategies — including the Identity Development Model — to drive 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 and eager to create a culture where inclusion and high performance go hand in hand.

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Books

  • You Got This by Dr. Ivan Joseph
    You Got This: Mastering the Skill of Self-Confidence

    Award-winning coach, mentor and speaker Ivan Joseph shares a supportive, original guide to...

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Articles

Client reviews

  • Greater Toronto Area Contact Centre Association

    Ivan knocked it out of the park by simply sharing in such an authentic manner. It was so engaging, attendees forgot that it was not in a conference hall. This session was so well-received, I have had endless comments about Ivan’s end of day keynote.

    His talk is genuine, honest, funny, engaging and totally not-canned! He has the ability to share a story and take you on a journey with him. So many attendees said they totally related and connected to his stories and lessons!

    Ivan’s talk empowered us all to go for more, get uncomfortable and chase our passions. There were lessons in his talk, yet by the end the attendees were totally inspired to move forward in their respective lives.

    If you are looking for an outstanding session for a conference or summit, I highly recommend booking Dr.Ivan Joseph! Trust me, your attendees will be thanking you! Thank you again Ivan!

  • Jack.org

    Hearing Ivan speak at our summit was the opportunity of a lifetime.

    When our conference was forced online, Ivan and his team was able to fully adapt the content of his talk to continue to be as captivating and motivating as it always was, while now being delivered in an entirely new way.

    On top of that, Ivan facilitated our best Q+A session following his talk. Even though there was a digital barrier between him and the delegates, he was able to break down that wall to connect and engage with every person who had a question. On top of answering each and every question with such profound and deep insight, the way that he engaged all of us made it feel like we were in the same room the whole time.

    We had high expectations working with Ivan given what we knew about his speaking excellence, but we were still blown away in the end. We would have him again in a heartbeat – thank you so much, Ivan!

  • Melbar Entertainment Group

    Like a fine tuned athlete firing on all cylinders, Ivan Joseph is a 21st century thinker, strategist and simply the most motivational individual I have ever worked with.

  • Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

    As a speaker and workshop leader, Ivan is engaging, inspiring and entertaining! He has a gift for connecting with people. Our team valued Ivan’s commitment to tailoring the session to our interests and felt that he really understood the challenges we face.

    Ivan exceeded my expectations. I am so glad we had an opportunity to work with him.

  • Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services facilitated by the Ontario Police College

    Dr. Joseph was very well received by a tough group.  I was thankful the delegates had an opportunity to hear his message, they were thrilled and made a point to say so!  They commented that Dr. Joseph was credible, charismatic, and relevant.

  • Samsung

    We had a lot of positive feedback regarding Dr Ivan’s talk here at Samsung. The crowd enjoyed it and really appreciated his insight.

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