You're moderating a heated conference session. How do you navigate conflicting opinions among speakers?
Moderating a conference with fiery discussions? Stay poised and encourage productive dialogue with these tactics:
- Establish ground rules early on to set the tone for respectful and time-bound contributions.
- Actively listen and summarize points to clarify misunderstandings and validate speaker perspectives.
- Intervene when necessary, using neutral language to redirect or diffuse tension and keep the discussion on track.
Curious about your strategies for managing dynamic discussions? Share your insights.
You're moderating a heated conference session. How do you navigate conflicting opinions among speakers?
Moderating a conference with fiery discussions? Stay poised and encourage productive dialogue with these tactics:
- Establish ground rules early on to set the tone for respectful and time-bound contributions.
- Actively listen and summarize points to clarify misunderstandings and validate speaker perspectives.
- Intervene when necessary, using neutral language to redirect or diffuse tension and keep the discussion on track.
Curious about your strategies for managing dynamic discussions? Share your insights.