Xplore Consultancy Services Group Discussion

Agenda

All about GD What they look for Types of GD and Analyzing Techniques Dos & Donts FAQs

Why GD?
To test your ability to work & contribute towards team To test your communication skills

Some facts about GD

Its discussion not debate Its not how much you speak, but what you speak is important Your role is contributor not dominator Listening is equally important as speaking

What they look for?

Quality of content Clarity of thought Ability to think on ones feet Frequent & consistent participation Listening skills Logic & innovation Communication skills Behavioral skills/Body language Leadership skills Understand the topic Eye contact and body language is more important

Types of GD
Factual: Reality & fact based Ex: Social, Economic and Business issues Controversial: Mostly 2 sided and hence argumentative Abstract: These are very vague or non-descriptive in nature. They select candidates who are creative and can think out of the box. Ex: If elephant can fly, Green Sky, Blue Fields, Red Water etc. Case Study: A problem statement is given to a group and candidates problem solving skills are checked.

Analyzing Techniques

A-SPECT 5W1H SWOT

Analyzing Techniques

A-SPECT: Analyze - Social/ Political/ Economic/ Culture/ Technical 5W1H: What/When/Where/Who/How SWOT: Strength/Weakness/Opportunities/Threats (applies for case studies)

Dos and Donts of GD

Dos: Think before you speak. Start the GD only when you are sure to make a good start Be objective rather than opinionated Use only valid data and statistics to support your point Speak in short and clear manner Be attentive and show interest when others speak Inspire others to make their contribution Beware about body language

Dos and Donts of GD Contd

Donts: Do not force your point on others Do not use exaggerated hand movement Do not bluff or throw arbitrary figures Do not cut others short Do not ask questions Do not go into one to one conversation Do not try to over elaborate on the topic

FAQs
What is best time to speak in GD? Should I always start the GD? Should I support, oppose or take a balance stand? How can make sure how much I should speak? What should I do if discussion is losing focus? I dont feel confident in GD because my English is bad Is it ok if I encourage others to speak? Why fish market occurs? Should I ask questions? Can share a joke? - NO

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