Stephen Manas
Dating confidence and acting career coach
| Hourly rate range | $75 to $150 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | Dating for menOnline dating and appsApproach anxiety and confidenceTexting and first datesConfidence and self-esteem |
| Works with | Creatives |
| Also coaches | Career coach and Life coach |
Stephen Manas is a coach who works with actors on their careers and with dating clients on confidence and self-presentation. He is also an international actor, best known for his work on Ted Lasso. He has lived and worked in Europe, the US and Asia, and he once worked at Apple. His coaching grew from years of giving advice to friends and fellow actors. It later became a private practice with one-on-one and group work.
What Stephen helps with
Stephen helps actors sharpen their positioning and build a practical career plan. He helps dating clients with confidence, communication and how they present themselves.
- Clarifying positioning as an actor
- Improving headshots, showreels and other professional materials
- Building a practical acting career strategy
- Building confidence in dating
- Communication with dates
- Online dating profiles and presentation
- Self-presentation
- Handling real-life dating situations
Who Stephen works with
Stephen works with actors who want a clearer position in the film and TV industry and better professional materials. He also works with dating clients who want more confidence, better communication and stronger self-presentation, both online and in real-life situations.
How Stephen works
Stephen does not sell one-size-fits-all packages. He usually recommends 90-minute sessions, because one hour can be too short for real progress. Some clients need 2 or 3 focused sessions, and others need longer support. He first learns the person's situation, then suggests a format. He looks at what is working, what is blocking progress and what concrete steps come next. He follows each client's progress during the work.
Background and qualifications
Stephen is an international actor, best known for his work on Ted Lasso. He has professional and life experience across Europe, the US and Asia. He studied at Université Panthéon-Sorbonne (Paris I) and worked at Apple. He grew up in a small mountain village far from the entertainment industry. Friends began asking him for advice on confidence and dating from his late teens. Later, other actors asked him about headshots, showreels, agents and positioning. That led to informal sessions, then private and group work, and now a professional practice.
Stephen Manas pricing
Programs and services
- Private coaching sessions
- Group work
- 90-minute sessions
- Short focused series of 2 or 3 sessions
Stephen Manas reviews
Stephen Manas has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 15 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
An working actor from Ted Lasso who coaches both acting careers and dating confidence.
Best for actors who want a clear career plan, or for people who want more confidence in dating.
Common questions
How much does Stephen Manas charge?
Coaching with Stephen runs $75 to $150 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Stephen Manas help with?
Stephen Manas helps with clarifying positioning as an actor, improving headshots, showreels and other professional materials, building a practical acting career strategy and building confidence in dating.
Does Stephen Manas have reviews?
Stephen Manas has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 15 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
How long are Stephen Manas's coaching sessions?
He usually recommends 90-minute sessions. Some clients need 2 or 3 focused sessions, and others need longer support.
What does Stephen Manas coach besides dating?
He coaches actors on positioning, professional materials and career strategy in film and television.
How do I contact Stephen Manas?
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