How to Be a Good Panel Moderator

INTRODUCTION

panel discussionIt’s not uncommon for conferences and webinars to have speakers present together in a panel format. Unfortunately, many panel discussions don’t spend enough time talking about the main subject, spend too much time talking about one topic, run too long and/or are boring.

Do you know whose fault that is? It’s the moderator’s. We previously provided tips on how to avoid giving a bad presentation (Part 1 and Part 2). Now, here are tips on how to be a good panel moderator and avoid the dreaded label, “death by panel.”
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What Went Wrong in PGA Merger Announcement

INTRODUCTION

If you can’t beat ’em, join ’em.

That’s what seemingly happened when the PGA Tour announced that it was merging with its nemesis, LIV Golf (along with DP World Tour). If you have read any of the media stories covering this merger, you know that the PGA is considered the loser in this situation, and LIV is the winner.

Given a mulligan, here are two ways the PGA Tour and Commissioner Jay Monahan could have taken a better shot at making this announcement.

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