When dealing with a disruptive participant in a seminar, address the issue calmly and assertively. Acknowledge their point briefly, then steer the conversation back on track by summarizing the main topic and inviting others to contribute. If the disruption continues, politely suggest taking the specific issue offline for further discussion. By staying composed and focused, you can maintain a respectful environment and keep the seminar productive.

Most disruptive participants are trying to understand the topic and come to terms with something they are dealing with and hence addressing them briefly helps to acknowledge what they are going through but they may need more time and understanding and hence the suggestion of taking it offline or in a break is good. You as a trainer need to also not get perturbed by it and be quick to guage contributors, distractors and others. They also add a good dimension and most of the times can validate the message you are trying to convey.

Nous sommes tous ou moins confrontés à un élément perturbateur ou qui veut faire son intéressant pendant un séminaire, un entretien ou une réunion. Il a pour but de déstabiliser l'organisateur, de se montrer aux yeux des autres afin de porter le regard sur lui... Déja la première chose est de couper court rapidement a son manque d'intérêt en l'obligeant a prendre part à la réunion en lui demandant son avis sur le sujet qu'on est en train de parler cela va le déstabiliser et après il se fera tout petit auprès de ses autres camarades. Il faut savoir rester diplomate mais ferme et laisser un temps de parole à chacun afin de donner des arguments et faire participer l'ensemble des participants...

Creo que primero que nada es importante que la persona pueda expresarse, hacerla sentir cómoda (incluso cuando su aporte o la persona en sí sean disruptivas y puedan hasta llegar a incomodarnos). Los grupos frecuentemente actúan como un sistema. Cuando el punto de equilibrio del grupo se corre, creo que apelar a la reflexión del propio grupo siempre suele ser una buena herramienta de calibración para poder avanzar. Puede suceder también que los aportes sean disruptivos pero nos corran el foco en lo importante o en los objetivos del espacio, dejar esos aportes en un parking lot (junto a otros emergentes similares) y dedicarle en algún momento un tiempo para su discusión también puede ser un buen recurso para ordenar el intercambio.

Dealing with a disruptive participant in a seminar requires a combination of directness, redirection, and understanding. Clearly communicate expectations for behavior, while acknowledging and addressing concerns respectfully. If the disruption persists, consider private conversations or involving the group to find a resolution. By maintaining composure and prioritizing the learning experience for all, you can effectively manage the situation and create a productive learning environment. Here are some strategies; • Stay Calm and Composed • Acknowledge the Disruption Tactfully • Redirect the Conversation • Set Ground Rules • Use Non-Verbal Cues • Speak to the Participant Privately • Leverage the Group • Use a Time-out or Break