Start Before You're Ready
The psychology of beginning at 13, 14, 15. Why waiting for the 'right time' is the biggest mistake you can make, and how to take that first step even when you're terrified.
Building Something When You're Not the Oldest in the Room
Leadership as a teen, with mistakes, humility, and experiments. How to lead when you're the youngest person in the room, and why that's actually your superpower.
Turning Rivals into Partners
Collaboration + conflict → real stories from the book. How competition can become your greatest asset, and why your biggest rival might be your best co-founder.
Relatable - I'm a teen talking to teens. No corporate speak, no condescending advice.
Teen-to-teen credibility - Students listen because I'm living what I'm talking about.
Real community impact - Every project I've built has actually changed something.
Authenticity - No corporate vibe. Just honest stories about starting things.
Inspires concrete action steps - Students leave with actual ideas they can start today.
20–30 min talk
Perfect for assemblies or opening sessions
45–60 min workshop
Interactive session with Q&A and breakout activities
Q&A sessions
Intimate conversations with student leaders
Panel participation
Join existing panels on youth leadership
"Ishaan's talk inspired our student council to launch three new projects. His authenticity resonated with our students in a way that adult speakers never could."
- School Administrator
"The workshop was perfect, interactive, engaging, and practical. Students left with actual action plans, not just motivation."
- School Administrator
Every talk is customized to your students' needs and interests.
Do you travel?
Yes! I speak at schools, libraries, youth programs, and camps across the country. Virtual options are also available.
What age groups do you work with?
Middle school through high school. I've also worked with college freshmen and youth leadership programs.
How much does it cost?
Pricing varies based on format and location. Let's talk about what works for your program.