How to Moderate a Panel Discussion: Preparing for the Panel (Video #5)

Welcome to the fifth video in the 7-part video e-course on Powerful Panels: How to Moderate a Lively and Informative Panel Discussion with professional panel moderator Kristin Arnold. This fifth video focuses on the third step of the five-step process: Prepare to Moderate the Panel. The difference between a mediocre panel and an amazing panel discussion is in the preparation. The adage, "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" is distinctly true when it comes to panel discussions. You will need to: Research your topic, panelists & audience Create the panel format, agenda and ground rules Write the welcome and introductions Curate the questions Decide the Q&A format Determine the logistics Confirm details with the panelists Assemble the slideshow Spread the word For more information on how to moderate a lively and informative panel discussion, go to www.PowerfulPanels.com