Managing differing opinions on session pace is an art. A quick pulse check during the session—like a short poll or direct feedback—helps adjust dynamically. Pair this with a mix of activities to cater to varying speeds, ensuring no one feels left behind or held back. Flexibility is the key to engagement.

It's important to listen to all perspectives and find a balance accommodating the group's needs. I would start by 1. Acknowledging the differing opinions, encouraging open dialogue, and asking participants to share their reasoning. 2. I’d assess whether the pace is too fast for some or too slow for others and adjust accordingly. 3. Flexibility is key-providing moments for review or extra practice when necessary. 4. Ultimately, I aim to maintain engagement, ensure understanding, and create an environment where everyone feels supported and can learn effectively.

In my opinion, the ideal outcome of a training session is to have all the training objectives met. In a recent leadership workshop I've conducted, learners participated in a game where teams had to win 3 of 5 rounds. Some learners were so engaged that they played extra rounds even after winning the first 3 rounds. However, poll results also found that some learners felt that the session's pace was too slow as it took a long time for the winning team to emerge. Upon reflection, I realised that winning 2 of 3 rounds would achieve the training objectives as well. However, learners may continue to play more rounds if time permits. With this, the session's pace was adjusted to accommodate individuals with differing opinions.

To navigate differing opinions on the session’s pace, create a flexible structure that accommodates various learning speeds. Use pre-session surveys to gauge participants' expectations and adjust in real-time based on feedback. Incorporate breakout groups or self-paced materials for those needing extra time, while offering advanced activities for quicker learners, ensuring everyone stays engaged and benefits from the training.

Differing opinions during sessions must be handled sensitively. Here are a few strategies 1. Ensure that discussion sessions are allocated intermittently, 2. Make clear rules for engagement at the beginning of the session, for instance, all discussion to be allocated a reasonable time after the presentation, 3.Avoid too much wordings on your presentations, 4. Encourage more of delegate presentation in the form of group representation, 5. Ensure that as facilitator, you have a reasonably strong knowledge of the topic and be prepared to address the differing opinions with technical and tangible reasoning, 6.Control the discussion for it to be within context.