Tag: public speaking

How to Be a Good Panel Moderator

Posted on by Brian Lee

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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The speaking gauntlet

Posted on by Brian Lee

I’ve been speaking to various groups and organizations about once per month on average for the past two years, but I didn’t have any engagements this summer (other than a three-hour lecture on social media in July). Now, I’m back in full force with six appearances in October, including two on Oct. 3. Topics include crisis communications and using social media for personal branding. Hope my throat can hold up!