Seven Steps to Reward the First Questioner in a Panel Discussion
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The goal is to create a friendly and inviting atmosphere to kick off the audience Q&A. Rewarding the first questioner at the beginning of the Q&A segment of your panel discussion is a great way to inspire great questions for the panelists.
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Pump UP the Volume The Power of Walk-Up Music for Panels
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Think back to the last time you attended a concert or sports event. Remember that electric buzz of anticipation as the music started, signaling that something exciting was about to happen? That’s the magic of walk-up music—it sets the stage, stirs up energy, and makes people feel they are part of something special. So, why not bring that spark to your panel discussions? Walk-up music is a simple yet dynamic way to kick things up a notch. Here’s everything you need to know about why, how, and when to use it effectively.
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Your Biggest Panel Discussion Pet Peeve: 2024 Panel Report Findings
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In the recently released , we asked about panel discussion pet peeves - and the number one pet peeve should not come as a surprise.
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What Moderators Should Never Say Avoiding the Most Common Pitfalls
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As a , your words carry a lot of weight. The audience is looking to you to set the tone, guide the discussion, and keep things engaging. But sometimes, even the best-intentioned moderators slip up and say things that can derail the panel. Don’t worry—I’ve got you covered. Here’s a list of the top things moderators should NEVER say and what to say instead.
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8 Ideas to Help You Get Asked to Be a Panelist
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Serving as a panelist is a fantastic way to share your expertise, engage with your industry, and build your visibility. To get there, you’ll need a combination of strategic positioning and proactive networking. Here are some general ideas about how to increase your chances as well as some specifics for the questioner, so you can see how you can implement these ideas!
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How Meeting Organizers Can Actually Use Panel Feedback
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The shows that while 70% of organizers say they collect feedback, 60% admit it rarely influences their panel design - if at all. Why does this happen? Why ask if you’re not going to act on it? here are some of the top reasons for this feedback-action gap - and a few ideas to turn it around.
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The GASP Litmus Test for Panel Discussion Content
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Panel moderators should ask themselves, "Will anything the panelists prepare make the audience gasp with delight that they didn't know it, surprise that it provided a new insight, or even astonishment that they had not expected or seen it before?" Here is the G.A.S.P. acronym to help you prepare to make your audience GASP.
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Creative Ways to Summarize a Panel Discussion
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Concluding or summarizing a panel discussion creatively or artistically can leave a lasting impression on the audience. Here are some engaging ideas.
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Panel Report Recommendation #1: Audience Engagement in a Panel Discussion
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The 2024 Panel Report reinforces the notion that audiences demand more engagement and interaction. Panels are no longer a passive "lean back and listen" format. Here's what you need to know to get your audience to lean forward and engage.
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Deliver on Your Panel Discussion Title Promise
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Don’t get me wrong; a compelling title is crucial. It grabs attention and draws in the audience. However, it’s important that the content lives up to the expectations set by that title. Otherwise, you risk leaving your audience feeling shortchanged or misled.
info_outlineUnfortunately, this scenario can happen to a panel moderator: You ask a probing or challenging question to a panelist and .... they got nothin'. They stare at you like a deer in the headlights.
What do you do when a panelist cannot answer your question? Actually, you have several options.