readchair: Group Discussion Tips

A Group Discussion is generally of 10-15 minutes duration.
Normally groups of 8 - 10 candidates are formed into a leaderless group, and are given a specific situation to analyse and discuss within a given time limit.
There are usually 4 - 5 panel members are to evaluate in a group.
Don’t ever make the mistake of addressing the panel members. The Group Discussion is between you and the other members, not the panel members.
Speak clearly and slowly without rushing your words.

Take to organize your thoughts. Don’t suddenly jump to any conclusion.
First you think before you speak so that you don’t speak anything irrelevant to the topic being discussed.
Don’t make the mistake of looking at the panel while you are speaking in an interview.
You are in a Group Discussion and you are expected to discuss among group members, so always look at your group members while you are speaking.
Seek clarifications if you have any doubts regarding the subject, before the discussion commences.
Your body language says a lot about you - your gestures and mannerisms are more likely to reflect your attitude than what you say.
Show your leadership skills. Motivate the other members of the team to speak. Be receptive to others opinions and do not be abrasive or aggressive.
During conclusion, do end with the conclusion note that shows your leadership qualityO’S A.
DO’S AND DON’TS
A group discussion is your chance to be more vocal. The evaluator wants to hear you speak.
Take time to organize your thoughts
Lose your temper. A discussion is not an argument.
Be a good listener. This may help you understand an unfamiliar topic and collect some points to speak on.
Language skills are important only to the effect as to how you get your points across clearly and fluently.

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