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    Group discussion is a methodology used in recruitment and admissions to evaluate candidates' personality traits and skills. It involves a group of candidates discussing a given topic or situation in a team-like manner, aiming to reach a common goal through sharing views and ideas. Organizations conduct group discussions to assess critical qualities like communication skills, leadership, and ability to work in a group. The discussion allows participants to be evaluated on their contributions, knowledge, and how they conduct themselves in a group setting.

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    Group discussion is a methodology used in recruitment and admissions to evaluate candidates' personality traits and skills. It involves a group of candidates discussing a given topic or situation in a team-like manner, aiming to reach a common goal through sharing views and ideas. Organizations conduct group discussions to assess critical qualities like communication skills, leadership, and ability to work in a group. The discussion allows participants to be evaluated on their contributions, knowledge, and how they conduct themselves in a group setting.

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    What is a Group Discussion?

    “Group” is a collection of individuals who have regular contact and frequent interaction and who work
    together to achieve a common set of goals. “Discussion” is the process whereby two or more people
    exchange information or ideas in a face-to-face situation to achieve a goal. The goal, or end product,
    maybe increased knowledge, agreement leading to action, disagreement leading to competition or
    resolution or perhaps only a clearing of the air or a continuation of the status-quo.

    “Group Discussion”, popularly labelled as GD, is a methodology used by an organization (company,


    institute, business school, etc.) to gauge whether the candidate has certain personality traits. GDs
    form an important part of the short-listing process for recruitment or admission in a company or
    institution. In this methodology, the group of candidates is given a topic or a situation, typically given
    some time to think about the same, and then asked to discuss it among themselves for a specific
    duration (which may vary from one organization to another). As in a football game, where you play
    like a team, passing the ball to each team member and aim for a common goal, GD is also based on
    teamwork, incorporating views of different team members to reach a common goal.

    So, a group discussion refers to a communicative situation that allows its participants to share their
    views and opinions with other participants. It is a systematic exchange of information, views and
    opinions about a topic, problem, issue or situation among the members of a group who share some
    common objectives.

    Why is a “GD” conducted?

    Organizations conduct GDs to find out whether you possess the critical qualities/skills to contribute
    effectively to the goal accomplishment process. Group Discussions are held because business
    management is essentially a group activity and working with groups is the most important
    parameter of being successful as a manager. Apart from that, the candidates are evaluated on the
    basis of their communication skills, knowledge, leadership skills, listening skills, conceptualizing
    ability, etc.

    A GD helps to achieve group goals as well as individual goals. The examiner can evaluate both the
    personality traits and group skills of candidates participating in a G.D. It is basically a situation test
    wherein a sample of a candidate’s group worthiness and potential as a worker comes out quite
    explicitly.

    Let’s start by identifying the common mistakes that we make in the course of a Group
    Discussion. Common Mistakes in a Group Discussion (GD)

    1. Outburst of emotions or anger


    2. Talking too much
    3. Egotism or showing off – fake figures and information
    4. Grabbing Attention (most of it arises from the desire to be the first, and hence acts in the
    wrong way)
    5. Nervousness

    Now that we are aware of the common mistakes during a Group Discussion, let’s look at the things
    that we should do at the time of a Group Discussion (GD). These tips for a successful GD will not
    only up your chances of getting ahead of your fellow participants, but also give you the huge
    advantage of being noticed by the panellists for your sheer compatibility. Things to Do during a
    Group Discussion (GD)

    1. Speak pleasantly and politely to the group


    2. Respect and recognize the contribution of every member (and show it with a nod or a
    smile!)
    3. Agree and acknowledge whatever you find interesting
    4. Disagree politely because it’s a discussion and not an argument! Be firm but gracious
    5. Do a mental revision of what you are going to say. Think of how you can best answer the
    question or contribute to the topic
    6. Stick to the theme of discussion and not wander into other discussion / irrelevant
    information
    7. Follow GD etiquettes, when speaking

    Things to NOT DO during a Group Discussion

    1. Lose your temper. It’s a GD, not an argument


    2. No one is deaf there, so use a moderate tone and a medium pitch
    3. Gestures like finger pointing and table thumping can appear aggressive, so limit your body
    gestures
    4. Dominate the discussion. Confident speakers should allow the quieter, a chance to speak
    up/ contribute
    5. Draw too much on personal experience or anecdote
    6. Interrupt when someone else is speaking. Wait for a speaker to finish before you speak.

    Remember, the panellists are watching and observing you. So here are some of the most
    important points that you should remember & follow in a Group Discussion (GD)Important Points
    to Remember in a GD

    1. Communication skills – listen and then talk, be precise and clear and let others speak.
    2. Knowledge and ideas – read consistently, knowledge will make you confident and
    convincing.
    3. Capability to co-ordinate and lead – display tactics, skill; have knowledge and understanding
    on varied topics and motivate & influence others.
    4. Exchange of thoughts – listen first, articulate well, lead the discussion and treat every
    member with respect.
    5. Addressing the group as a whole – dress conservatively, use formal and simple language to
    address the group and maintain group discussion etiquette.
    6. Thorough preparations – read voraciously, so that your thoughts come to you
    naturally

    Further helpful reading material can be found on https://gdpi.hitbullseye.com/MBA/Group-


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