Presence & Inspired
Leadership Coaching

Gravitas, communication skills & appearance.

Presence & Inspired
Leadership Coaching

Gravitas, communication skills & appearance.

Having Presence and being Present

There is a big difference and a big connection between having Presence and being Present.

Being present is a primal state of being, which unfortunately most people are disconnected from. Being present is about giving the 100% of yourself in any activity you’re doing. All of your senses function at their highest possible level and your mind is completely focused on what you’re doing, while you are fully aware of what is going on in your surrounding environment.

Having Presence means that you have the ability to impress and influence someone with your gravitas, communication skills, and appearance. In order to build your Presence you need to go through a journey of greater self-awareness and rediscover your innate presence, both physically and mentally. How you say what you say greatly affects your presence and your ability to influence others. You need to be able to control your voice, your emotions and skillfully choose the words that your audience needs to hear in order to follow you. Very eloquently put by Mark Twain “The difference between the almost right word and the right word is really a large matter – ’tis the difference between the lightning-bug and the lightning.”

Watch a recent keynote
on Executive Presence

Presence is directly linked to Inspired Leadership. You can’t become an Inspired Leader without cultivating your presence and you can’t have a great Presence without enhancing your Leadership skills.

An Inspired Leader is someone you trust and follow. In business context, an Inspired Leader is a leader who manages to unlock higher performance through empowerment. In everyday life, an Inspired Leader is someone who motivates us mentally or emotionally. In both cases, an Inspired Leader is someone who inspires you to act. An Inspired Leader understands the value of emotional intelligence, compassion and mindfulness, inspires and leads positive change and has the ability to help others become leaders.

Our Approach to Leadership Presence & Influence

How does the Presence & Inspired Leadership Coaching work?

For your Presence & Inspired Leadership Coaching journey you’ll be working directly with Maria.

Maria works with a limited number of high-level professionals, from elite thought leaders to CEOs and senior executives.

The focus is either on the specific areas where you’d like to grow, or your overall Presence & Leadership style. Areas we’ll be working on may include:

  • Defining and clarifying your professional brand.
  • Defining and clarifying your Authentic Leadership Style.
  • Designing your vision and clarifying your aspirations.

  • Assessing and working on your Leadership effectiveness.

  • Growing your visibility in your industry.

  • Enhancing your online presence and impact.

  • Enhancing your presentation skills and body language.

  • Enhancing your professional influence and impact.

  • Positioning yourself as a thought leader in your industry.

Maria typically works with her clients on a six-month or twelve-month coaching engagement.

The Fast Track Strategy Session

For people who are looking for a fast track program that will deliver a step by step plan for them, Maria is offering one day strategy sessions.

The one day strategy sessions are extremely intensive. You will be required to meet at a mutually agreeable location and retain yourself from any distractions for the most part of the day.

The result of the strategy session is:

  1. to clarify and set your goals
  2. a complete step by step plan for you to follow in order to accomplish your goals.

Thank you for your trust

Maria is an outstanding Personal Branding Strategist. But that title does no justice to her breadth and quality of service. She has been instrumental in helping me develop, grow and market my brand. She is truly a trusted advisor who goes above and beyond to ensure your success.
Ravin Jesuthasan, Author, Futurist & Thought Leader on the Future of Work
I recently participated in Maria’s Fast Track coaching program for speakers, authors and thought leaders. Words cannot properly express the gratitude I have for Maria’s wise counsel and guidance in my professional branding and trajectory as an international speaker. Maria is incredibly knowledgeable about the speaking and book publishing industries as well as branding and marketing. She is kindhearted and generous with her knowledge and resources, using her keen intellect and sharp insights to help her clients become clear about their path to success and the unfolding of their true purpose. I highly recommend any opportunity to work with Maria–she’s the real deal.
Joyce Marter, Keynote Speaker & Corporate Trainer, “America’s Workplace Therapist”, Author

Collaborating with Maria has been an extraordinary experience. Her exceptional skills in attentive listening and interpretation, combined with profound insights, illuminated a distinct pathway to success for us. Maria’s expertise is especially invaluable for professionals grappling with the challenge of expressing their Unique Selling Proposition (USP) or feeling stagnant in determining their next career move. Having Maria on your speed dial is not just a recommendation; it’s a strategic advantage.

Dr. Sizakele Marutlulle, CEO + Founder Marutlulle + C/O

With genuine passion, Maria’s exceptional workshop on Personal Branding and Influence wasn’t just a lesson; it was a living demonstration.
She drew admiration for forging genuine connections with a diverse audience, proving through her own example that personal values are the foundation of a strong brand.
She didn’t just teach the crucial truth—she embodied it: a personal brand’s essence lies in the impact we create, not the influence we receive.

Vania Arianoutsou, Senior Learning Partner, Eurobank

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Maria and Thanassis in several capacities over the past few years, and I keep coming back—for good reason. They are smart, thoughtful, and deeply creative partners who bring strategic insight and artistic vision to every project. They’re incredibly responsive and a true joy to work with. Most importantly, they help deliver real results. Whether it’s branding, design, or storytelling, they bring a rare combination of clarity and craft that consistently elevates the work.

Kate Lee, Principal, By the Horns Strategist, Coach, Writer

You have no idea how much you are helping me at this point. The Fast Track Workshop was exactly what I needed to move on to my next steps with clarity and confidence.

Vaso Vardaki, Leadership & Team Coach, Trainer, Author, Speaker
Maria isn’t just a speaker manager; she’s a career magician, personal mentor, and, on occasion, a spontaneous therapist all rolled into one. With her guidance, my professional journey was not just about grabbing the mic, but also about growth, laughter, and some truly unforgettable backstage pep talks. If you ever have the chance to work with her, grab it – and keep an eye on her, this woman’s entrepreneurial spirit and eye for opportunities knows no limits!
Zoe Fragou, Organisational Psychologist, International Keynote Speaker, Awarded Business Coach, WHO consultant

From our first call Maria was a veritable fountain of expertise. I’ve rarely met someone so genuinely generous who also has such extraordinary expertise and experience. She provided, in one hour, more useful insights than I’ve ever experienced in a single call.

Her instructions were clear. Her timelines were clear and consistent. She and her team were flexible and reasonable and generous at every single step. I have never met a marketing company that killed it on value, expertise, AND being great to work with. Maria and the team do in every single category every single time. I HIGHLY recommend them.

Alecia Huck, Founder and owner of MAVERICK & Company, Keynote Speaker and Author

Maria Papacosta is an exceptional Strategist for the top experts and thought leaders. Maria adds even more value to her clients by using mastery as a Presence & Impact Coach. This is a privilege to work with Maria.

Dr. Oleg Konovalov, Thought Leader, Author, #1 Global Leading Coach, Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches

One of the most refreshing feelings to experience, especially in times of crisis and uncertainty, is the one of pure kindness. Met Maria Papacosta not a long time ago remotely through our network. She has been surprising me ever since with her kindness and generosity which are way over and above from what her professional role includes. Maria, people like you are blessed with the gift of energizing everyone around them and spreading inspiration. Keep up the amazing work!

Dr. Savvas Trichas, Keynote Speaker & Executive Coach
Maria’s deep knowledge and many years of experience in the speaking industry along with her marketing expertise and coaching skills make her one of a kind. She works with professionalism, integrity and mindfulness and always delivers extra value to her clients.
Cosimo Turroturro, CEO Speakers Associates

The Fast Track Strategy Session was eye-opening, informative, and inspiring. It helped me define my personal brand with clarity and passion!

Maria is the consummate professional who I trust fully because she consistently has exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend MSC Bureau and their strategy process to anyone seeking to elevate their game.

Dr. Elia Gourgouris, President of The Happiness Center, Author, Speaker

If there was a “Genie” for speakers and consultants, its bottle would say MSC Bureau. These guys are ridiculously good at what they do and at the same time, the most kind and generous people you will ever meet. If you are a speaker, a consultant or anyone who wants to build a brand out of yourself, you can’t afford not to work with them.

Konstantinos Karypidis, Peak performance coach & motivational speaker

Working with Maria Papacosta and the team at MSC Bureau is a pleasure and has made a significant impact on my business. From the inventive and inspirational work of her creative team, to the professional and responsive approach of her technical team, to the deep insights Maria herself brings to the table, working with MSC is a game changer. Maria has helped re-imagine my business and created a clear strategy for visibility and promotion. Beyond this, Maria herself is always available to provide guidance and to be a sounding board for ideas. Her extensive network and deep understanding of the Talent Development marketplace helped me translate my ideas and content into successful marketable products and engagements.

Frank Guglielmo Ph.D., Managing Director Park Consulting HCMS LLC, Author

I had the pleasure of working with Maria and her team on redesigning my website along with guiding me on leveling up in the world of Speaking. I learned invaluable information on how to position myself and my company and the new website continues to get praise when I talk to clients. I highly recommend working with Maria and her team!

Amy Reczek, Founder Sales and Presence

My co-authors and I were thrilled by MSC’s highly professional support to promote our book. Maria’s responsiveness was impressive, immersing herself in our profiles and the book, guiding, educating (and facilitating) us to clarify personalized objectives and outcomes, and collaborated to build a comprehensive strategy to help us build recognition. Along the way, she taught us Social Media and LinkedIn skills, worked with her team to build and upgrade our various websites, and has stayed available and close to us throughout. I enthusiastically recommend her to colleagues.

Jonathan Donner, Speaker, Author and expert in the fields of Leadership Development, Talent, and Learning

Maria was an incredible Speaker Coach for my TEDx speech, guiding me through an amazing 4-month journey that completely transformed my public speaking skills. Every session was packed with valuable insights, helping me craft a compelling speech and elevate my performance. Thanks to her coaching, I now step on stage with confidence and excitement!

Saverio Quaia, Associate / Senior Interior Designer at Gensler, Speaker

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