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 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 ...

An orchestra conductor has an incredibly important job. Their role is to listen critically to the sounds and varying strengths of a group of musicians, set the tempo and control the final output for ...

Sadly, the value of most conference panels is questionable, due mostly to the lack of effective moderation. Just recently I heard that one nervous moderator asked the panelists to introduce themselves ...