group discussion basic
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GD Basic
PPT by MEENESH JAIN
What is Group???
A Group Discussion is an activity where group members learn through
communicating and interacting with each other.
It is both a technique and an art and a comprehensive tool to judge the worthiness of the individual and his/her appropriateness for the situation.
People have 1 thing in common: They are all different.
These stones are nothing but…
Knowledge Skill Attitude Understanding
GROUP DISCUSSION
INFORMAL GROUP DISCUSSION
FORMAL GROUP DISCUSSION
SIMILARITIES BETWEEN INFORMAL AND FORMAL GROUP DISCUSSION
BOTH TYPE OF GD INVOLVE EXCHANGE OF IDEAS BOTH TYPE OF GD RELATE TO SOME TOPIC. IN BOTH TYPE OF GD NO LEADER IS APPOINTED. IN BOTH TYPE OF GD YOU ARE FREE TO EXPRESS
YOUR VIEWS. IN BOTH TYPE OF GD YOU MAY AGREE OR DIS AGREE
WITH OTHER PERSONS VIEW. IN BOTH TYPE OF GD YOU CAN SPEAK WHEN EVER
YOU WANT.
GROUP SIZE:
GROUP SIZE The group size varies between 8 to 10 persons. They are allotted roll numbers or chest numbers so that the evaluator may identify them while evaluating them.
Members of the groups are seated in circle or semi circle in the sequence of their roll numbers or chest members.
WHY DO THEY CONDUCT GROUP DISCUSSION ?
To check the potential of the candidates to work in a team.
Number of persons with temperaments and different field of specialization.
To test your ability to co-exist with others.
To test of your interactive skills and how good you are communicating with other people.
( The discussion involves an exchange of thoughts and ideas among members of the group)
Who monitor the discussion?:
An officer, usually known as evaluator or group testing officer monitors the discussion.
Who select the topic of discussion?
What type of topic is given?
What is the time limit for discussion?
TYPE OF GROUP MEMBERS YOU MAY HAVE TO DEAL WITH
Quarrelsome person or Self – centered
How to spot them?
They block the group discussion
They are attention seekers
How to spot them?
They initiate group discussion
They encourage others to speak
They are good speakers They clarify others points They lead the group
discussion in proper direction
They are dominating in nature Leaders
WHAT DO THEY JUDGE IN THE GROUP DISCUSSION?
Managerial skills
Leadership skills
Communication skills
Persuasive skills
Interpersonal skills
Personality structure
Results in your behavior in groups
HOW TO INTERUPT OTHERS SKILLFULLY (Interrupt using the following words) That’s good! However………. I agree. In addition……. That’s a great idea. But….. I am glad that you have brought about this. In fact……. You are on the right track. Another important point …. This point need further elaboration……. Very correct. But I would add that……. That is right. But sometimes Fine You said it! That is it!
AWKWARD SITUATIONS in GD
No idea about the topic Unanswerable questions Side conversation Repetition Irrelevant discussion When someone is
interrupting you repeatedly
When someone refutes your statement
5- COMMON MISTAKES AT GROUP DISCUSSION
More Quantity but no Quality.Uncontrolled emotions
•Showing off Excessive Knowledge.
He got Noticed – But for the wrong reasons.
He failed to manage his insecurities.
Excuse me!
TIPS FOR SUCCESS IN GD
Always enter with a pen and paper.
Encourage the person who wants to speak.
Do not encourage the persons who doesn’t want to speak. Listen to others. BE A VERY GOOD LISTENER
Display original ideas.
Interrupt only by agreeing and never by disagreeing.
Do not speak too less or too much. Keep yourself cool. Be good in communication
Respect contrary view point
Do not try to appoint a leader.
Utilize the time efficiently.
Find the remedy.
Be different - creative behaviour
A few GD topic to start with
Trade can help the poor?
Should the public sector be privatized?
Is Globalization Really Necessary?
Advertising is a Waste of Resources
Is MNCs Superior to Indian Companies?
Are Indians Less Quality Conscious?
EDUCTION IS ONLY BUSSINESS IN THESE DAYS
is male and female equal in all aspects ?
Corruption is a necessary evil for success in any sphere?