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Hereunder are the tips for successful Group Discussion:

Leading:

• Initiation:
  - They say well begun is half won/done. So grab the GD at ignition to lead.
  - but remember!!! Start only if you av understood the topic and you have knowledge thereto.
  
• Positive approach:
  - Be positive whether its language, thinking or body language.
  - Don't dominate, rather listen with interest and then present your views.
  
• Harmonise:
  - Use best possible and simple protocol to convey your ideas.
  - Never take discussion out of track, RATHER you should be the one to harmonise people if GD goes revolting.
  
• Wrap-up:
  - Consider the time limit to stop the GD.
  - End with a conclusion stating important points quoted by others.
  - Appreciate contribution of negative and positive points as well.
  

Communicating:

• Speak Value addition:
  - Utter the quality rather than worrying about the quantity you contribute.
  - Clarity of voice and thoughts is a must.
  - Never drag topic out of track.
  
• Listen:
  - Rule is "Speak and listen" but not "Speak and let speak".
  - Listen the negative ideas positively and then convey your thoughts to make them agree with.
  
• Expressions:
  Voice is not the only output, garnish it with followings too:
  - Eye contact
  - Smile
  

Presentation:

• Dress code:
  - Follow the dress code as they describe or as is implied.
  - Wear proper attitude too, not only the proper dress.
  
• Body language:
  - Sitting firm and straight
  - Movement of hands

Group Discussion:

GD is the initial criteria to enter an interview process.

Its purposes from the company angle are:

• mass elimination
• mass elimination
• mass elimination

LOL...:-)

Yess! Its true, companies kick-out approx 50% or more candidates in this phase.

Second main purpose is to judge candidates' skills which are as follows:

• Communication
• Listening
• Interacting
• Attitude
• Confidence
• Leadership
• Subject knowledge
• Open mindedness
• Analytical skills
• Convey views
• Decision making
• Problem solving
• Critical thinking