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In 1987, I started on my journey to Powerful Presence when I created a short training program called Stress Busters. It shortly became the keynote Stress Arresters, which launched my speaking career and become a successful PBS video in 1995.

Since my start with Stress Arresters, I have expanded my client work with workshops, teleclasses and coaching. I would love to bring these offerings to your next conference or convention—or to your group or association meeting.

I recently presented “Yes, You Can Market Your Business with Speaking” to the Cleveland Coaches Federation. The two-part video can be found here and here.

The Power of Your Presence

There are some people who “have you at hello”—there is something so compelling about their presence that they are simply magnetic. That magnetism can be vibrant or peaceful; whatever its form, it is the essence of Powerful Presence.

In this program you will learn the secrets to Powerful Presence:

  • The three Beliefs that create unstoppable confidence.
  • The three Abilities that create unshakeable resilience.
  • The three Actions that create transform experience.

This program can be presented as a keynote, a breakout session or a half/full-day training.

Dance with Whatever Shows Up!

Circumstances can be beyond our control—our responses to them are ours to decide. Using stories, metaphors and examples from my own life and the lives of my clients, I show you the power of dancing in the moment and exactly how to do it. You will discover:

  • the connection between Attention and Results
  • how to shift your perspective
  • the power of a well-placed “Yes … and”

This program can be presented as a keynote, a breakout session or a half/full-day training.

The Power of Connection

If it weren’t for other people, communication wouldn’t be such a challenge! This program is fun and very funny—as well as entertaining, energizing and illuminating.

I show you how to successfully engage with the people who you find to be the most difficult, as well as to enrich all of your conversations with the people who matter the most to you.

Using stories and anecdotes from my audiences and the strategies I have developed over 25 years, I will help you to transform your conversations and your relationships.  You will leave with:

  • The power of shifting your perspective
  • The secrets to creating rapport with anyone
  • Three distinctions that can transform any conversation

This program can be presented as a keynote, a breakout session or a half/full-day training.

Bootstrap Words: Pull Yourself Up!

In this an inspirational keynote, inspired by my 1995 book, I share the secret of my journey from a 17-year-old runaway to successful speaker, trainer and coach. Funny, tender and engaging, this is the story of how Powerful Presence was born—and how you can create it in your own life, starting with the power of your words.

Stress Arresters!

This is the program that started it all in 1987 and it’s still a classic. This keynote has been updated for the 21st century. You will leave laughing and ready for action when you discover:

  • how we get to be so stressed in the first place
  • the four physical strategies that will save your health
  • the four mental and emotional strategies that will transform your life

Starburst

“You are an inspiration to others! Your message brought passion, energy, and revitalization to everyone … Every person was able to take one thing away that was relevant to his or her life. I look forward to working with you again.

— Belinda Sasala
Registrar, Bohecker College
Ravenna, Ohio

“Thank you again for sharing your thoughts and life experiences yesterday. I really enjoyed your program and can honestly say that I felt better about myself after listening to you speak. In the short time that you spoke it became clear to me that you have a unique ability to teach others how to have an uplifting enthusiasm which will help them cope with daily obstacles in their personal and professional lives.”

— Amy I. Kinkaid CPA, JD, MT
Cleveland, Ohio

“Maia, you have a ‘powerful presence’ and a wonderful way of working with people. Thank you for the great experience at Job Re-Joov.”

— Carol Chenot
Talent Management/Executive Leader Development
San Luis Obispo, California

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