In this engaging conversation, Ivy Gustafson shares her journey as a leader in the speaking industry, discussing her transition from agent to coach at ImpactEleven. She emphasizes the importance of community, touches on the role of AI in enhancing communication, and the value of mentorship. Ivy also highlights the significance of taking small risks, or “hops of faith,” in career development and the continuous evolution required to succeed in public speaking.
Ivy Gustafson is a pivotal force in the world of professional speaking. She spent 17 years at the Washington Speakers Bureau as Vice President and Lecture Agent, where she represented household names in business and politics, including Fortune 100 CEOs and former U.S. Presidents. Following this, Ivy spent several years at Gotham Artists, a boutique New York speakers bureau, before dedicating her career to coaching prominent speakers and C-suite executives at ImpactEleven.
In This Episode
00:00 Introduction
02:49 Ivy's Journey into Speaking
05:35 Navigating Career Changes and Risks
08:24 Lessons from the Speaking Industry
11:05 Impact 11 and Its Mission
14:12 The Importance of Community in Speaking
17:07 The Role of AI in Speaking
19:49 Coaching and Development Opportunities
22:59 Inspiration and Mentorship
25:35 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
41:01 Thank You
41:17 Outro
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