Are You Ready to Captivate Any Room, Light Up Every Conversation, and Own the LIVE and Zoom Stages with Unshakeable Confidence?
Join thousands who have transformed their speaking confidence and those who have become world-class speakers!
Mastering the Art of Effective Communication
LIVE and Virtual Stages and Everyday Life
Friday, May 22 through Sunday, May 24, 2026
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Communicating with power and clarity is consistently named as one of the Top 10 essential qualities for success in business and in life.
Mastering the Art of Effective Communication
LIVE and Virtual Stages and Everyday Life
Captivate your audience and confidently convey your message!
As a highly experienced speaker and seminar leader, Debra offers her decades of knowledge to help you achieve ease and confidence in all your interactions, from the stage to everyday conversations.
Learn how to make a powerful impact, share your message clearly, and hit a home run from the stage. Transform your communication skills and open doors to greater success and fulfillment!
Dear Friends,
For over four decades, I've had the profound joy of witnessing tens of thousands of individuals unlock their inner power and step into lives of extraordinary success. And here's a secret: at the heart of every single one of those transformations was the ability to communicate with clarity, confidence, and genuine connection.
But maybe right now, the thought of speaking (not only from the stage but in a meeting or even at a Zoom birthday) fills you with dread…
Then imagine for a moment…
- Stepping onto any stage, LIVE or virtual, and feeling a surge of confidence flowing through you.
- Watching your audience lean in, completely captivated by your every word.
- Knowing exactly how to connect with hearts and minds, leaving people feeling truly seen and understood.
- Having the skill to tell stories that move people, sparking laughter and even a few heartfelt tears.
- Knowing the subtle art of making a phenomenal first impression and building instant rapport.
- Feeling like the most interesting person in the room and effortlessly engaging in conversations that leave others wanting more.
Even learning some "Zoom magic" secrets that help you look your absolute best on video.
This isn’t just a pipe dream, this is the reality that awaits you when you say "YES!" to mastering the art of Effective Communication!
Communicate Effectively!
A bit about Debra
Known as the
"Mentor to the Mentors"
Why Debra Poneman as Your Guide to Mastering the Art of Communication?
✅ 40+ Years speaking and transforming lives worldwide on over 1,000 LIVE and VIRTUAL stages
✅ Founder of Yes to Success and Ageless Seminars with tens of thousands of graduates worldwide
✅ Mentor to #1 NY Times Best-Selling Authors, Global Leaders, and Internationally Sought-After Speakers
✅ In-house trainer for Fortune 500 companies and international organizations
Debra is an award-winning speaker, talk-show host, in-demand trainer, and beloved founder of the Yes to Success movement. Since 1981, she’s trained top entrepreneurs, best-selling authors, millionaire mentors, Fortune 500 execs, and conscious leaders from every continent. And now she’ll guide YOU through her proven, powerful communication secrets.
Introducing...
with
DEBRA PONEMAN
Explore The 6-Module Curriculum of Effective Communication
Discover the step-by-step path to unlock your authentic voice, speak clearly and confidently, and become a powerful communicator in every setting, one transformative module at a time.
MODULE #1
Crafting an Unforgettable Speech
- Four ways to grab your audience's attention and make them love you from the first moment
- Why you need an “organizing principle” before you begin writing a speech
- The components of a memorable story
- How to receive a standing ovation every time
MODULE #2
Delivering an Unforgettable Speech
- The importance of body language
- How to match your tone and look to your audience
- What NOT to do if you want to be invited back
- More non-negotiable Do’s and Don’ts
MODULE #3
Overcoming Fear
- What to do when you experience “fight or flight"
- How to use the power of your mind to get the outcome you want
- Using your breath
- The most important thing about fear of speaking that most people don’t know - and it’s so easy to shift
MODULE #4
Getting Booked
- The components of a “Speaker One-sheet” that sells
- Why it's important to give free speeches and where to give them
- Why you need to know what “type” of speaker you are
- Should you register with a speakers bureau?
MODULE #5
Doing Zoom Right
- The best lights, cameras, and mics to use for Zoom
- The importance of framing on Zoom and why most people’s backgrounds don’t work
- How to look like you’re not reading a script when you are
- A mind-blowing trick to look radiant and 10 years younger on camera
MODULE #6
Effective Communication in Everyday Life
- How to initiate a conversation at a social gathering or networking event
- The key to getting the result you want in a business or sales meeting
- The power of active listening and the art of speaking your truth
- How to initiate a difficult conversation
SUNDAY BONUS SESSION
How to Shine as An Interviewer or An Interviewee
- The three most important things to do to be the podcast (or webinar) guest that always gets invited back
- The three most important things to do to be everyone’s favorite podcast (or webinar) host
- When you should and when you should NEVER self-promote
- How to use vulnerability with discernment: what to share and what not to share
SATURDAY, JUNE 12TH
BONUS SESSION with LEE ERICKSON
Partnering with AI to Create Your Next Successful Speech or Program
Here’s what you’ll learn from this 2-hour bonus:
- A beginner-friendly overview of what AI is and why it matters for your business
- How to use AI to research, summarize, and generate accurate information fast
- A tool for creating stunning presentations in minutes — no design skills required
- How to turn your thoughts into original background music, even if you're not a musician
- An AI tool for instantly turning long videos into short, social-ready clips
- 10 crucial factors to consider before you start using AI in your business
Schedule
Effective Communication Course Schedule
⭐ Friday, May 22nd and Saturday, May 23rd ⭐
(same schedule both days)
Morning Session
9am - 12pm Pacific / 12pm-3pm Eastern
Afternoon Session
1pm - 4pm Pacific / 4pm - 7pm Eastern
⭐ Sunday, May 24th ⭐
Morning Session
9am - 12pm Pacific / 12pm - 3pm Eastern
What Students Say
From seasoned professionals to first-time speakers, students consistently call this course a game-changer. Whether it’s breaking through fears, mastering stage presence, or learning practical techniques that create lasting impact, Debra’s students walk away not only transformed—but empowered. Many say it’s the most valuable training they’ve ever experienced—for the stage and for life.
Anela Arcari
Lieutenant Colonel Ret. US Army
"When I attended Debra’s Effective Speaker class, I was a 20+ year military veteran praised in my annual evaluations for my communication skills. After just a few hours with Debra, I learned more tips and insights about public speaking and communicating than I had in my entire career. Her no-nonsense and easy-to-implement techniques raised my communication skills to a whole new level. If you are serious about earning a living as a speaker or just want to know how to be a more effective communicator, I highly recommend taking Debra Poneman’s course."
Sue Carol Shalley
Owner and CEO of Field Services Unlimited
"A little over two years ago I attended one of Debra’s trainings on how to be a more effective communicator. What I learned was not only a game changer for my speaking career but for my life. She gave us practical tips like how to start our talks in a way that grips the audience from the first moment and also showed us how to exude more power from the stage - even when we’re not feeling very powerful!! The experience was a confidence builder for me and has spilled over into all areas of my professional and personal life. I can’t recommend this course highly enough."
Judi Miller
#1 Bestselling Author of Perfect: A Path to Love, Forgiveness and Transformation
"Debra’s presentation workshop has truly been a blessing by giving me the confidence and tools to share my story with audiences in an authentic and engaging way. I’ve done over 50 interviews and now host my own radio show. Thank you Debra for your love, guidance and support. I could not have done it without you!"
Lisa Barnett
Bestselling Author, Teacher, Healer, and Founder of Akashic Knowing
"Debra’s course was so valuable for me. She helped me clarify my message and taught me how to use more vivid imagery so that my story came alive and relatable. It’s not easy to try and sound mainstream when my story begins with being clairvoyant since I was a toddler but Debra helped me nail it!
WEBINAR SPECIAL
1 PAYMENT OF
$497
Regular Price $697
- 2 and 1/2 Days LIVE with Debra
- 6 Training Modules
- Sunday BONUS session for aspiring podcast guests or hosts
- Download all audio sessions for your recordings library
- Access all video replays through the end of 2026
- Private Facebook Group
3 PAYMENTS OF
$179/mo
Regular Price 3 x $244
- 2 and 1/2 Days LIVE with Debra
- 6 Training Modules
- Sunday BONUS session for aspiring podcast guests or hosts
- Download all audio sessions for your recordings library
- Access all video replays through the end of 2026
- Private Facebook Group
“Thank you, Debra. This has been such a privilege to be part of this extraordinary training with the most amazing people and to have you as our incredible mentor. Words fail me. I have at last broken through the glass ceiling of understanding the mechanics of speaking and even doing a podcast. My gratitude for your sharing!”
Sigyta H.
“This course was a 20 out of 10 - so much technical knowledge, practical experience, and even life skills wisdom was shared. Plus break-out rooms, plus a chance to practice our skills, and meeting incredible people from all over the world.
Just an amazing experience.
You hit it out of the park, thank you!!!”
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Cecilia
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Because we're so sure that the Mastering the Art of Effective Communication from the LIVE and Virtual Stage and in Everyday Life Course will have a dramatic effect on your career and personal success for the rest of your life, we're offering the following guarantee: If, by the end of the weekend course, you don't think the program is worth your investment, please let us know, and we will refund your tuition promptly and courteously.
What Other Thought Leaders Say About Debra
Jack Canfield
#1 NY Times Bestselling Author of Chicken Soup for the Soul and Featured Teacher in "The Secret"
"That was a text-book example of the perfect presentation. I laughed. I cried. I’m completely blown away."
Dr. John Gray
#1 NY Times Bestselling Author of Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus
"Debra Poneman’s presentation brought tears to my eyes and laughter to my heart. Her words have changed my life forever. What she shared was both powerfully informative and profoundly inspirational. I highly recommend hiring her to be your next speaker. She will wow your audience."
Dr. Ray Blanchard
Blanchard Consulting Group, LLC Producer and Director, Super Seminar III
“Debra gave us a truly profound experience of wisdom at Super Seminar 3 – she actually set a new bar for measuring all our future presenters! Her message was so relevant, and her presence and personal connection was palpable throughout the room.
The audience warmed up to Debra immediately as she provided them with solid and realistic methods for structuring their lives in alignment with their true selves. By the standing ovation she received, plus an encore, everyone was undoubtedly touched and deeply moved. In short, Debra delivered in spades!"
