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 ...

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 ...

The mere word "panel" gives a gloss of authority and gravitas, but to pull it off successfully takes a lot of work, from selecting panelists, preparing questions, and moderating effectively. Here: A ...

Panel discussions at conferences are a useful way to trigger an exchange of viewpoints among experts, either with prepared statements or in response to questions from the audience. Because they ...