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Ian Martin
Speaker and Leadership Coach

Are you looking for a speaker who can truly inspire and engage your audience? Whether it’s a large group or a small leadership team, Ian Martin delivers programs designed to address today’s leadership challenges. He uses empathy as the core principle to help create stronger, more connected, and resilient teams.

Why is Empathy Important?

Workplaces today are evolving fast, and employees want more than just a paycheck—they want to feel respected, valued, and part of something meaningful. Empathy has become essential for leaders who want to build strong teams, keep their employees happy, and ensure everyone feels included.

Ian Martin’s programs teach leaders how to apply empathy, accountability, and encouragement to drive real improvements. With simple and practical tools, Ian helps organizations adapt, grow, and create a positive work environment. Leading with empathy builds stronger relationships, inspires creativity, and ensures long-term success for teams.

Ian’s Mission

With over 25 years of experience, including roles as an Army Medic, Network Management Controller, and Pastor, Ian Martin has made it his mission to help people and teams grow through empathy. His goal is to empower others to lead with resilience and connection.

Through his engaging talks and interactive workshops, Ian provides leaders with the tools to boost emotional intelligence, improve team performance, and face leadership challenges with empathy front and center.

Credentials

• Master’s in Divinity, University of Toronto (New Testament Prize winner)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities, York University

• Certified Coach through Adler Coaching

• Author of Wrestling with Empathy, a book exploring the power of empathy in leadership

Clients and Impact

Ian has delivered powerful messages to organizations in various industries such as technology, healthcare, consulting, education, and government. His programs lead to lasting changes, helping organizations improve leadership skills, team unity, and create a more empathetic workplace culture.

Programs Available

 Wrestling with Empathy: Leadership and Personal Growth in Modern Times

Many leaders start as individual contributors, and transitioning to a leadership role can be overwhelming. Ian Martin helps leaders navigate this shift by teaching them how to embrace empathy—an often overlooked but powerful tool.

Empathy is more than just a feeling; it’s a skill that can be learned and used to encourage accountability, teamwork, and progress. In his keynote, Ian shows how empathy builds trust and drives innovation, helping teams reach their full potential. His programs are practical, actionable, and designed for immediate impact.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding Empathy in Leadership: Learn how empathy strengthens leadership and connects with your team.

• Operationalizing Empathy: Discover how to integrate empathy into everyday leadership tasks like giving feedback and managing conflict.

• Building a Culture of Trust: Understand how empathy promotes inclusivity, team motivation, and engagement.

• Empathy as a Tool for Accountability: Use empathy to encourage responsibility and improve team performance.

• Blueprint for Empathetic Leadership: Leave with practical strategies to improve teamwork and growth through empathetic leadership.

Program Formats:

• Keynote (60-90 minutes): Inspiring stories and practical examples that resonate with audiences.

• Workshop (2-4 hours): Interactive activities, role-playing, and tools for real-world application.

• Breakout Session (60 minutes): Focused discussions on empathy, accountability, and emotional resilience in leadership.

Contact Ian

Ready to unlock the power of empathy in leadership and create a thriving, inclusive workplace? Contact Ian Martin for programs that can transform your organization and make empathy your competitive advantage.

Fee Range:

• On-site: $1250 - $1500

• Virtual: $1000 - $1250

Ian Martin’s programs are designed to inspire, challenge, and equip your team with the empathy and leadership tools needed to thrive in today’s workplace. Reach out today to bring Ian’s transformative insights to your next event!

Dreams to Reality : Empowerment Journey

2.  Translating Dreams into Reality: Leadership and Personal Growth

Many leaders begin their journey as individual contributors, and transitioning into a leadership role can feel overwhelming. Ian Martin understands these challenges and offers practical guidance to help leaders navigate this shift by embracing empathy and using it as a powerful tool for growth and connection.

Dreams are the seeds of possibility that inspire us to imagine a brighter, more satisfying future. However, translating these dreams into reality requires more than just wishful thinking—it involves honesty, vision, confidence, and risk-taking. In his programs, Ian provides a framework for leaders to turn their dreams into actionable visions that inspire teams and drive meaningful progress.

Key Takeaways:

• Honesty as a Foundation: Learn how being honest with yourself about your goals and limitations is the first step to turning dreams into reality.

• Dreaming and Visioning: Discover the difference between wishful thinking and living out a vision, and learn how to articulate a vision that inspires action and creates lasting change.

• Building Confidence in Your Abilities: Gain the skills and self-assurance needed to take bold steps toward achieving your vision, and learn how to balance confidence with caution.

• Risk-Taking for Growth: Understand how to embrace uncertainty, take calculated risks, and see failures as part of the journey toward success.

Program Formats:

• Keynote (60-90 minutes): Inspiring stories and practical examples of translating dreams into reality.

• Workshop (2-4 hours): Interactive activities and tools to help participants turn their dreams into clear, actionable visions.

• Breakout Session (60 minutes): Focused discussions on building confidence, taking risks, and overcoming challenges in leadership.

Contact Ian

Ready to turn your dreams into reality and create a leadership style that inspires and transforms? Contact Ian Martin for programs designed to help leaders and teams achieve their full potential by translating dreams into living, actionable visions.

Fee Range:

• On-site: $1250 - $1500

• Virtual: $1000 - $1250

Ian’s programs are practical, actionable, and designed to equip leaders with the tools to thrive in both personal and professional realms. Reach out today to start turning your dreams into reality.

About Ian Martin

With a diverse background as an Army Medic, small business owner, Network Management Controller for major telecom companies, and an Anglican Priest for 15 years, I bring a wealth of experience to my role as an emerging business and life coach. Holding both BA and Master's degrees, I am dedicated to guiding individuals and leaders through their journey of personal and professional growth.

Your Next Step

Are you ready to transform your dreams into reality? I am here to support you on this journey. Connect with me at Talkingwithpeople.com and let's start this daring adventure together.

Email - ian@talkingwithpeople.com

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