As panel moderator, one of your key goals should be to involve the audience as early as possible. Most conference attendees hear the phrase “panel discussion” and involuntarily groan. They have ...

Managing a discussion on stage is a valuable skill. Here’s three ways to improve. Panel discussions have a bad reputation for good reason. Far too often, they’re boring, repetitious and as lifeless as ...

A panel discussion is a formal, moderated discussion between selected speakers on a specific topic, in front of an audience. A successful panel discussion will follow a set agenda, specifically a set ...

As you rise in your career and your visibility grows, you may be asked to moderate a panel discussion. Unifying several people’s perspectives into a conversation can be challenging, so create the ...

When I was a technologist at Mentor, I used to be asked to sit on panels. I loved to provide my opinions on just about anything. As soon as I became independent, the industry believed that I could ...

As you rise in your career and your visibility grows, you’ll likely be called upon to participate in a panel discussion — or to moderate one. This can be a challenge even for experienced professionals ...

In today's professional landscape, 77.7% of professionals highlight the unmatched value of in-person conferences for networking and growth. Panel discussions have become the heart of these conferences ...

The Bottom LineQuestion: Why is it so difficult for many professionals to lead a panel discussion? Adubato: Most people lack moderating skills. It s not their fault. They haven t been trained. As a ...

When you attend or watch a panel discussion, does the moderator facilitate a smooth and fluid discussion among panelists or stumble through? The role of moderator is often undervalued, and the quality ...

In the dynamic world of public discourse, the role of the moderator is critical, guiding discussions at conferences, debates and interviews to ensure they remain relevant and civil. As passionate ...