Panel Discussion Coaching

Transform your panel discussions into dynamic, engaging conversations with our Panel Discussion Coaching and Training. Moderators and panelists are able to genuinely connect with audiences, foster lively question and answer, and deliver compelling, cohesive sessions

presentation training and coaching by Patti Schutte

Be Brilliant At Conference Panel Discussions

Are you ready to say goodbye to boring panel discussions and turn them into brilliant, highly interactive experiences?

Our panel discussion coaching and training services elevate conferences by eliminating the sit-and-listen panel discussions where panelists have a conversation amounts themselves and leave out their audience. This service begins by teaching moderators and panelists how to craft a focused agenda and define clear objectives, ensuring everyone involved is well-prepared, understands their roles, and actively engages the panel attendees.

Panelists learn how to articulate their ideas effectively, manage diverse viewpoints, encourage audience participation and respond to questions with confidence. For moderators, we offer techniques to maintain a smooth and engaging discussion flow. With our support, your panel discussions will become more dynamic, impactful, and memorable.

Learn the secrets to take your panel discussions from boring to brilliant.

Panel Discussion Coaching and Training

Our panel discussion coaching and training services are designed to enhance the effectiveness and impact of your panel events. We offer personalized training to help panelists and moderators improve their communication skills, engage more effectively with the audience and their fellow panelists, contribute to a more cohesive discussion, and appropriately allow all panelists to have equitable representation. 

 This services include:

  • Preparation and Strategy: We work with conference stakeholders, moderators, and panelists to develop a clear agenda and objectives for the discussion. This includes crafting thoughtful questions and ensuring each panelist understands their role, focus area, and the discussion flow.
  • Moderation Skills: We offer training on moderating techniques to ensure the discussion stays on track, and the interaction between panelists and the audience is balanced, smooth and productive.
  • Panelist Training: We provide guidance on how to effectively communicate ideas, handle diverse viewpoints, and respond to questions. This training helps panelists present their points concisely and clearly using meaningful dialogue and correctly balance their talk time with other panelists. 
  • Audience Engagement Techniques: We teach strategies to connect with the audience, encourage participation, and handle audience questions and feedback effectively.

By focusing on these areas, we help you create and elevate panel discussions from boring sit-and-get lectures with many presenters, to lively, actively participating,  informative and inspiring conversations.

If you’re a hip-hop artist and you walk on stage

Panel discussions are an excellent opportunity to position your expertise and showcase your competitive advantage. Will you be ready?

– Patti Schutte, Founder & Chief Presentation Trainer