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Leading or Participating in Panel Presentations

Successful business professionals are often called upon to provide their expertise in panel discussions. In addition, they may be asked to moderate a panel discussion. This workshop will introduce participants to the methods that the best panel moderators use to facilitate discussions in a group setting.

This course will include the following:

•  Ground rules to share with panelists prior to the conference or meeting
    to ensure a smooth discussion

•  Guidelines for introducing the panel and the process to the audience

•  Methods for accepting questions from audience members

•  Tips for moving the conversation forward when one panelist dominates or the subject stalls

•  Tips for building on the comments of others and being an active listener

•  Pointers on what to do while others are talking

•  Key points to keep in mind when summarizing and closing the discussion.

This course will be valuable for individuals preparing to moderate panels as well as individuals planning to perform the role of panelist.


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Creating and Delivering Powerful Presentations
The Power of PowerPoint