Group Discussion Tips
Before getting ready how to start the Group Discussion, you need to understand the Group Discussion Rules and improve and focus on Group Discussion skills.
Accordingly, it is very important to know and follow certain basic tips for Group discussion to become well versed about the entire GD process.
So prior to getting down to learn top basic Group Discussion Tips, the advice by the experts in regard to GD tips is that you should be aware ‘what and how do you speak in the group discussion’; Whether your Communication skills are good; whether your behaviour during Group Discussion is positive on the expected lines; whether you are ready to show your leadership skills in the group without being arrogant.
Do’s
1. Rich Content with good subject knowledge
Having good subject knowledge and rich content is the first and foremost GD tip to enter the Group Discussion Round. Following are the key steps to improve your Group discussion skills in regard to GD content preparation:
You should prepare on variety of topics as rich and right subject knowledge will be required during GD round.
You should have subject knowledge and be well aware of the latest happenings around you, not just in India but around the world as well.
Subject knowledge is a pre-requisite while you are preparing for a group discussion because you will then have the power to steer the conversation to whichever direction you want to. If you can memorize some relevant data, it will be an added advantage.
If you are a good reader and read on variety of topics, it will help you in group discussion round. There is no need for last minute preparation. You should read over a period of time. Reading not only adds to your knowledge database, but enhances your vocabulary skills as well.
Always choose the magazines that are content rich and not just full of advertisements. Often magazines have columns which are promoting a particular institute etc. Avoid such magazines, do some research and buy the best that will be beneficial for you.
2. Be a Leader
There is no doubt that to emerge a winner in GD round you should speak after getting a grasp on the given topic. But it also gives you opportunity to take lead. So be a leader to begin the Group Discussion. Key tips are:
Usually when the moderator announces the GD topic, for a minute there is silence all round.
If possible, gather your thoughts in a few seconds and start the Group discussion with positive impact and be a leader.
If you find that it is taking time to gather ideas, let others begin, and then enter the GD round by agreeing/disagreeing with previous speakers
Beginning the Group Discussion gives the opportunity to make an impact but if you are not able to make your point well, it will create negative effect
Therefore, it is not necessary to speak first but it is necessary that when you speak you are heard and are able to make your point well
If you are able to speak out the name of your previous speaker and then present your views, it will mark a good impact.
3. be relevant
When you speak you should speak to the point without any ambiguity of thought
Express your ideas at length. If you simply follow the other speaker or his ideas, remember your elimination is imminent
Wherever possible, emphasize your point with facts and figures
4. Be a good Listener
Learn to be a good listener. Listening Skills are Essential for GD round, so carefully listen to what others have to say.
Just speaking throughout the discussion doesn’t make you better. You should learn to give others a chance to speak. Try and listen to others.
If the speaker is making an eye-contact with you remember to acknowledge him by nodding your head, so that the speaker is aware that his listeners are listening to him and paying full attention. This will also show that you are vigilant and are an active participant in the discussion.
Unless you listen well, it will not be possible for you to add value to your content and communication
Listening offers you the opportunity to summarise the Group Discussion on each and every aspect.
Don’ts
No Aggressive Move
It is expected during the Group Discussion that you are firm on your ideas and are audible enough to make an impact on the group. But being aggressive, shouting and not allowing others in the group to speak, is not appreciated. So be careful and don’t be a bully
Don’t Crisscross on your Ideas
Don’t crisscross your ideas. The topics given in Group Discussion are debatable, you might like to speak for or against the topic and while speaking doesn’t forget that you may be crossing your own lines. It gives a bad impact and you are judged a person who has no stand for his own thought
Don’t be a part of fish market
As a team player, your ability to lead and play in team is measured in the GD.
During the Group Discussion…
Purpose of Group Discussion
The very purpose of conducting Group Discussion (GD) round for MBA admission by top MBA colleges is to test the applicants’ communication skills, topic knowledge, thought process and their leadership impact on the audience before finalizing their merit lists and offering admission.
Group Discussion Tricks to be a winner
To emerge a winner in GD round a candidate should speak after getting a grasp on the given topic. Irrelevant speaking is not good. The 4 Group Discussion tricks to crack the GD round are:
Follow the Group Discussion Rules
Key Group Discussion skills are - speak logically, be audible, present your idea firmly and be a leader
Use every opportunity to enter discussion to strengthen your point further
Read a few model and actual Group Discussion rounds
Keerthana Iyer B
Manager HR [Internship In charge]
Aircrews Aviation Pvt Ltd
8105194997
www.AircrewsAviation.com
keerthanaiyer@Air-Aviator.com
https://www.portrait-business-woman.com/2020/06/keerthana-iyer-b.html
www.linkedin.com/in/keerthana-iyer-1789a9145
https://www.facebook.com/kirthana.kat
https://www.instagram.com/chucklesx11
Before getting ready how to start the Group Discussion, you need to understand the Group Discussion Rules and improve and focus on Group Discussion skills.
Accordingly, it is very important to know and follow certain basic tips for Group discussion to become well versed about the entire GD process.
So prior to getting down to learn top basic Group Discussion Tips, the advice by the experts in regard to GD tips is that you should be aware ‘what and how do you speak in the group discussion’; Whether your Communication skills are good; whether your behaviour during Group Discussion is positive on the expected lines; whether you are ready to show your leadership skills in the group without being arrogant.
Do’s
1. Rich Content with good subject knowledge
Having good subject knowledge and rich content is the first and foremost GD tip to enter the Group Discussion Round. Following are the key steps to improve your Group discussion skills in regard to GD content preparation:
You should prepare on variety of topics as rich and right subject knowledge will be required during GD round.
You should have subject knowledge and be well aware of the latest happenings around you, not just in India but around the world as well.
Subject knowledge is a pre-requisite while you are preparing for a group discussion because you will then have the power to steer the conversation to whichever direction you want to. If you can memorize some relevant data, it will be an added advantage.
If you are a good reader and read on variety of topics, it will help you in group discussion round. There is no need for last minute preparation. You should read over a period of time. Reading not only adds to your knowledge database, but enhances your vocabulary skills as well.
Always choose the magazines that are content rich and not just full of advertisements. Often magazines have columns which are promoting a particular institute etc. Avoid such magazines, do some research and buy the best that will be beneficial for you.
2. Be a Leader
There is no doubt that to emerge a winner in GD round you should speak after getting a grasp on the given topic. But it also gives you opportunity to take lead. So be a leader to begin the Group Discussion. Key tips are:
Usually when the moderator announces the GD topic, for a minute there is silence all round.
If possible, gather your thoughts in a few seconds and start the Group discussion with positive impact and be a leader.
If you find that it is taking time to gather ideas, let others begin, and then enter the GD round by agreeing/disagreeing with previous speakers
Beginning the Group Discussion gives the opportunity to make an impact but if you are not able to make your point well, it will create negative effect
Therefore, it is not necessary to speak first but it is necessary that when you speak you are heard and are able to make your point well
If you are able to speak out the name of your previous speaker and then present your views, it will mark a good impact.
3. be relevant
When you speak you should speak to the point without any ambiguity of thought
Express your ideas at length. If you simply follow the other speaker or his ideas, remember your elimination is imminent
Wherever possible, emphasize your point with facts and figures
4. Be a good Listener
Learn to be a good listener. Listening Skills are Essential for GD round, so carefully listen to what others have to say.
Just speaking throughout the discussion doesn’t make you better. You should learn to give others a chance to speak. Try and listen to others.
If the speaker is making an eye-contact with you remember to acknowledge him by nodding your head, so that the speaker is aware that his listeners are listening to him and paying full attention. This will also show that you are vigilant and are an active participant in the discussion.
Unless you listen well, it will not be possible for you to add value to your content and communication
Listening offers you the opportunity to summarise the Group Discussion on each and every aspect.
Don’ts
No Aggressive Move
It is expected during the Group Discussion that you are firm on your ideas and are audible enough to make an impact on the group. But being aggressive, shouting and not allowing others in the group to speak, is not appreciated. So be careful and don’t be a bully
Don’t Crisscross on your Ideas
Don’t crisscross your ideas. The topics given in Group Discussion are debatable, you might like to speak for or against the topic and while speaking doesn’t forget that you may be crossing your own lines. It gives a bad impact and you are judged a person who has no stand for his own thought
Don’t be a part of fish market
As a team player, your ability to lead and play in team is measured in the GD.
During the Group Discussion…
Purpose of Group Discussion
The very purpose of conducting Group Discussion (GD) round for MBA admission by top MBA colleges is to test the applicants’ communication skills, topic knowledge, thought process and their leadership impact on the audience before finalizing their merit lists and offering admission.
Group Discussion Tricks to be a winner
To emerge a winner in GD round a candidate should speak after getting a grasp on the given topic. Irrelevant speaking is not good. The 4 Group Discussion tricks to crack the GD round are:
Follow the Group Discussion Rules
Key Group Discussion skills are - speak logically, be audible, present your idea firmly and be a leader
Use every opportunity to enter discussion to strengthen your point further
Read a few model and actual Group Discussion rounds
Keerthana Iyer B
Manager HR [Internship In charge]
Aircrews Aviation Pvt Ltd
8105194997
www.AircrewsAviation.com
keerthanaiyer@Air-Aviator.com
https://www.portrait-business-woman.com/2020/06/keerthana-iyer-b.html
www.linkedin.com/in/keerthana-iyer-1789a9145
https://www.facebook.com/kirthana.kat
https://www.instagram.com/chucklesx11
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