How to Insert a Panel Discussion within a Speech
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Professional panel moderator Kristin Arnold interviews CPAE Speaker Hall of Famer Joe Calloway on brilliant techniques to insert a panel discussion within a speech.
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Using Little-Known Facts and Statistics in a Panel Discussion
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I have always shied away from using little-known facts and statistics during a panel discussion because it just takes more time to prepare. But these days, all it takes is a query into an AI engine such as . So why not dazzle your audience with some facts that they wouldn't otherwise know?
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What To Do When a Panelist is Missing
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One of your panelists is missing. The panel is about to start and either they never showed up to the venue or they are now missing in action (MIA). It's easy to freak out. What are you going to do? When a panelist is missing, you can take several steps to manage the situation effectively.
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How to Moderate the Verbal Grenade on a Panel Discussion
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I was recently asked what to do when a panelist's opening comment is a volatile hypothesis - that they hadn't talked about during the planning session. Other than being surprised, here are some ways to respond to this verbal grenade to maintain control of the conversation and ensure it remains constructive and on track.
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How to Manage a Standing-Room-Only Panel Discussion
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Having a standing-room-only crowd for your panel discussion is fabulous - especially if you manage it appropriately! Here is what you will need to keep in mind.
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Pick a Card Technique for Panel Discussions
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Use this simple technique for panel discussions to entice your audience to lean into the segment.
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How to Moderate an Edu-taining After-Dinner Panel Discussion
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After-dinner panels need to be more edutaining – educational/informational/inspirational AND entertaining. Here are best practices to ensure your after-dinner panel discussion is much more lively, informative, and engaging:
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Powerful Panels Top Ten Trending Topics for Panel Discussions – Q1, 2024
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For the first quarter of 2024, these are the top ten trending topics for panel discussions at business events in priority order based on social media mentions and internet activity. These topics reflect current global concerns and interests, particularly in business, technology, and society at large.
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The 3 Most Powerful Words to Use in a Panel Discussion
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Here are seven reasons why these three words are the most powerful words to use in a panel discussion.
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Use More Inclusive Language on Your Panel Discussion
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In this day and age, you may be alienating a part of your audience. Why do that? There ARE other ways to address your audience AND use more !
info_outlineI was chatting with Event Strategist Devon Montgomery Pasha about when to have a panel discussion - and when not to.
We both agree that panel discussions can be a powerful format for knowledge sharing, attitude shifting, and building connections. However, to create a truly impactful panel discussion, we need to ask some critical questions FIRST.