10 Tips To Crack A Group Discussion

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[{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1487581953478","data":"Group Discussions are invariably a part of selection process of many top colleges in India and many MNCs. It is a test for a candidate's interpersonal skills and group dynamics, unfortunately many candidates are eliminated in this round not because they lack the required potential but are ignorant of simple and basic rules one needs to religiously obey to nail a group discussion. So here is quick look at what can get you into your dream college or job. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1487584022996","data":"1. Preparation: <\/b><\/p>After giving the topic for group discussion, you will have around 3 minutes time to prepare which is of crucial importance for every one. This is the time when you generate ideas for the given topic. Make sure you write down points in such a way that you can elaborate on a point looking at a keyword, remember do not read out from the paper, keep it as natural as possible. You would be given most points for the content.<\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1487585257917","data":"2. Analyse the topic: <\/b><\/p>Topics given to you could be opinion based, fact based or abstract topics. Opinion based topics are easier because all you have to do is justify your stand and when it come to fact based, be careful of the figures and facts that you pitch. There is no dearth of points when it comes to these two kind of topics. 'Green is better than blue' or 'Pigs can fly' - topics like these are called abstract topics where you need to relate things and generate ideas. Green you could relate to forest cover and blue to marine life and further establish a relevance as to why it is more important to protect the green cover than water. There is no boundary for your imagination here but make sure you do not fail to establish a relevance and make sensible points. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1487584052821","data":"3. Initiate the GD: <\/b><\/p>The person who initiates the group discussion has the maximum advantage because for around 20 seconds no one will intervene and you would have the opportunity to give a lead in the discussion and make maximum points. But remember do not give out all the points in the beginning and stay silent for the rest 10 minutes, continue to make interventions. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1487584090550","data":"4. Be attentive and spontaneous: <\/b><\/p>Simply putting down your points on paper and waiting for a chance to speak, not being attentive to what others have tell - is of no good. Be attentive and respond, either counter their point or build up on the point, be spontaneous and quick enough to pull it off from other interesting points, this would fetch you more points than you would otherwise by pitching in your own ideas or opinions. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1487584131452","data":"5. Do not make many interventions:  <\/b><\/p>On an average making five to seven interventions is healthy and more than seven would fetch you a negative impression because you would be labelled as someone who talks more. Be generous and let others speak, you gain points for your group behavior because a group discussion is different from a debate, the primary purpose is not to prove your point but reach a sensible and impactful conclusion.  <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1487584165737","data":"6. Be assertive not arrogant:  <\/b><\/p>There is a very thin line between being arrogant and being assertive in a group discussion. It is important to be confident and loud when you speak but when you try to cut other people abruptly, point out their mistakes, humiliate someone, you lose points there. Your tone or voice should be loud and clear but do not lose your calm. Don't get inspired by Arnab Goswami. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1487584260897","data":"7. Body language:  <\/b><\/p>Maintaining eye contact with every one is very important, remember it is a group discussion. Your body language will also fetch you points, use gestures while you speak but be careful when you use pens, make sure you do not point at a specific person, you have to address the entire group. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1487584273297","data":"8. Speak clearly: <\/b> <\/p>In a group discussion it is important to be loud and clear so that the panel or the moderator can clearly listen to your points. People will try to cut you off in a group discussion but keep trying to intervene do not just give up, the moderator will at least observe that you were trying to actively participate. That is where you perseverance is put to test. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1487584315068","data":"9. Let others speak:  <\/b><\/p>In a GD you have to let others speak as well. You have to be compassionate and generous and let others put forward there points as well. But it is also important to make sure you are not into social service; don't let everyone cut you off while you speak and do not be anyone's spokesperson in the discussion. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1487584329057","data":"10. Give the discussion a direction: <\/b><\/p>Specially when you initiate the GD, the responsibility is on you to give the discussion a right path. Many times ideas and points get digressive, then one has to try to channelize the discussion to reach a meaningful conclusion.   <\/p>"}]

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