How to Crack a Group Discussion in a Job Interview?
Group discussion is one of the main screening for face to face interviews in many companies nowadays. And it is because of one reason why all are giving importance to group discussion. Actual companies requirement can be monitored through a GD and mass elimination is possible.
For cracking GD's, communication and group discussion skills are two relevant soft skills.
Do’s and Dont's of Group discussion:
1) Keep eye contact while speaking:
While speaking keep eye contact with all the group members and it should be in such a way that eye contact should not be for a long time with a single member.
2) Initiate the GD:
Initiating the GD is a plus point. But Initiate the group discussion only when you understood the GD topic clearly and have some topic knowledge. Speaking without proper subject knowledge is bad impression.
3) Allow others to speak:
Do not interrupt the group members in-between while they are speaking. Even if you don’t agree with his/her thoughts do not interrupt in between. Instead make some notes and clear the points when it’s your turn.
4) Speak clearly:
Speak politely and clearly using simple and understandable words while speaking. If you are disagreeing with someone, don’t be too aggressive. Express your feelings calmly and politely.
5) Always make sure to bring the discussion on track:
If by some means group is distracting from the topic or goal then simply take a small initiative to bring the discussion on the topic. Make all group members aware of coming to some conclusion at the end of the discussion. So stick to the topic.
6) Positive attitude:
Be confident, but not over confident. Do not try to dominate anyone. Keep positive body language. Show interest in discussion.
7) Speak sensibly:
Do not speak continously just to increase your speaking time. Even if you speak less, Your thoughts should be sensible and relevant instead of irrelevant speech.
8 ) Listen carefully to others:
Speak less and listen more! Pay attention while others are speaking. This will make coherent discussion and you will get involved in the group positively. You will surely make people agree with you.
9) No need to go into much details:
Some basic subject analysis is sufficient for a good performance in GD. No need to mention exact figures while giving any reference. You have limited time so be precise and convey your thoughts in short and simple language.
10) Formal dressing:
Do not take it casually. No fancy and funny dressing. You should be comfortable while speaking in group. Positive gesture and body language will make your work easy.
11) Conclude the GD:
It is a plus point to conclude the GD by pointing all the main points which said by the group members and the conclusion which you all reached by the GD.
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