Ivy Naistadt
Executive and public speaking coach in New York
| Hourly rate range | $90 to $175 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | Public SpeakingPresentation SkillsExecutive communicationFear of public speakingExecutive presence and communicationTransitions and new rolesStartups and founders |
| Works with | Executives, Founders and business owners, Managers, Salespeople, Engineers and Professionals |
| Also coaches | Executive coach and Business coach |
| Based in | New York, United States |
| Sessions | Online and in person |
| Experience | 25 years coaching |
Ivy Naistadt is an executive speaking coach and public speaking coach in New York. She helps executives, founders, sales teams and tech leaders present with confidence. She has coached for over 25 years and has worked with Fortune 500 companies such as Comcast, IBM, The New York Times and Pitney Bowes. She also works with universities including Princeton and NYU. She wrote the book Speak Without Fear and teaches a system built on that idea.
What Ivy helps with
Ivy works on presentations, public speaking and video appearances. Her clients learn to deliver a clear message to any audience.
- Strengthening executive presentations
- Speaking to a live audience from a podium
- Online and video appearances
- Pitching accounts, clients and media
- IPO and investor presentations
- Speaking with less fear
- Presenting as a newly promoted executive
Who Ivy works with
Ivy works with executives at every level, including newly promoted CEOs, CFOs, COOs and CIOs. She also coaches founders, business owners, and entrepreneurs. Other clients include financial services and private equity professionals, sales, marketing and public relations staff, IT professionals, engineers and managers seeking promotion.
How Ivy works
Ivy uses her own system called Speak Without Fear. She offers private one-on-one coaching, both virtual and in person. Her interactive virtual programs mix individual coaching with group instruction. They also use video feedback and practical exercises.
Background and qualifications
Ivy Naistadt has coached speakers for over 25 years. Her client list includes Fortune 500 companies such as Comcast, IBM, The New York Times and Pitney Bowes. She has also worked with universities including Princeton University, NYU and Rensselaer Polytechnic. She is the author of Speak Without Fear, and her coaching system carries the same name. She also works as a public speaker.
Ivy Naistadt pricing
Programs and services
- Private one-on-one coaching, virtual or in person
- Interactive virtual programs with group instruction
- Workshops and seminars
- Speak Without Fear system
Ivy Naistadt reviews
The CoachVouch take
Ivy wrote the book Speak Without Fear and has coached staff at IBM, Comcast and The New York Times.
Best for executives and business professionals who want to present with confidence to any audience.
Common questions
How much does Ivy Naistadt charge?
Coaching with Ivy runs $90 to $175 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Ivy Naistadt help with?
Ivy Naistadt helps with strengthening executive presentations, speaking to a live audience from a podium, online and video appearances and pitching accounts, clients and media.
Does Ivy Naistadt coach online?
Ivy is based in New York, United States. Sessions are online and in person.
Does Ivy Naistadt coach newly promoted executives?
Yes. She works with newly promoted CEOs, CFOs, COOs and CIOs, along with executives at every level.
How do I contact Ivy Naistadt?
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