July 20, 2023
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Last In Line To Speak During a Panel Discussion

It does not happen too often, but you could be the last in line to speak after the other panelists have detailed all of your prepared […]
July 12, 2023
How to be a Panelist in a Panel Discussion More Frequently

How to be a Panelist in a Panel Discussion More Frequently

The main way to learn how to be a better panelist is to be a panelist in a panel discussion more frequently. You know that you […]
June 1, 2023
Prepare for a Panel Discussion

What Panelists Should Know to Prepare for a Panel Discussion

Once you agree to serve on a panel, have a quick conversation with the meeting organizer and/or panel moderator to confirm the event details not mentioned […]
May 24, 2023
fun on a panel discussion

Change Your Mindset: Have Fun on a Panel Discussion

Should you have fun on a panel discussion? Oh my goodness, YES, have fun on a panel discussion! Even though your audience wants to learn something, […]
May 9, 2023
Can an Introvert Be a Good Panelist?

Can an Introvert Be a Good Panelist?

As my editor reviewed my upcoming book, The Powerful Panelist: Everything You Need to Know to be a Capable and Confident Panelist in a Panel Discussion, […]
May 2, 2023
How to Get Invited to be on More Panels

How to Get Invited to be on More Panels

Congratulations!  You had a good experience being a powerful panelist and want to be invited to participate in more panels. Here are some ideas on how […]
April 10, 2023
Invite a Friend to Your Panel Discussion

Invite a Friend to Your Panel Discussion

Inviting a friend to attend your panel discussion is a great idea – just check with the meeting organizer first!  There may be some reason why […]
April 5, 2023
Panelist Speaking Order

Panelist Speaking Order Advantages & Disadvantages

The order in which panelists offer their prepared remarks is a major factor in determining how they will be perceived.  While each panelist will be speaking […]
March 9, 2023
use profanity during a panel discussion

Can I Use Profanity During a Panel Discussion?

I was recently asked this question by a client I am coaching to be a powerful panelist: “I have been known to swear…can I use profanity […]
February 9, 2023
keep the audience in mind

Panelists – Don’t Forget to Keep the Audience In Mind

It annoys me when panelists solely talk to the panel moderator and their fellow panelists – and never address the audience. After all, it is the […]
November 23, 2022
Where to Sit as a Panelist

Where to Sit as a Panelist During a Panel Discussion

Ideally, the panel moderator has briefed you prior to the panel discussion about the room logistics: The stage, the chairs, and where you will be sitting […]
November 1, 2022
Insert Yourself into a Panel Discussion

Insert Yourself into a Panel Discussion

It’s possible that you, as a panelist, may not be able to insert yourself into a panel discussion. Perhaps it is because you’re an introvert, or […]
May 17, 2022
disagree respectfully during a panel discussion

How to Disagree Respectfully During a Panel Discussion

Although you have been selected to speak candidly about your perspective, you may be wondering how to disagree respectfully during a panel discussion. It’s bound to […]
December 17, 2021

How Panel Moderators and Panelists Impress the Audience and Leave a Lasting Impression

I never know what to wear during a panel discussion. My general rule of thumb is to wear one cut above what the audience will be […]
May 13, 2021
Panelist Do's & Don'ts

Panelist Do’s & Don’ts

If you are asked to serve on a panel discussion as a panelist, there are some things you should DO and some things you definitely should NOT do to be successful. Here's my list collected over the last ten years of moderating panel discussions:
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