Group discussions are used by companies to assess candidates' interpersonal and communication skills. They involve 5-10 participants discussing a topic for a limited time. Preparation includes researching current affairs, practicing speaking skills, and observing other discussions. During discussions, participants should communicate their views clearly while actively listening to others. Successful participants demonstrate leadership, persuasiveness, and the ability to work with a team. Proper etiquette like staying on topic, accepting criticism politely, and not interrupting others is important. Regular practice and controlling emotions are keys to performing well in group discussions.

1. GROUP DISCUSSION

2. Table of ContentDefinition of Group Discussion

3. Characteristics of Group Discussion

4. Prerequisites of a Group Discussion

5. Benefits in Group Discussion

6. Why Companies have GD?

7. How to Prepare for GD

8. Assessment of GD

9. Discussion Etiquette

10. Important points in Group Discussion

11. SuggestionDefinition of Group DiscussionGroup Discussion is a novel way to assess person’s personality.It is both a technique and an art to judge the capacity of the person and his aptness for the job.

12. Characteristics of Group DiscussionThe term suggests a discussion or exchange of views and thoughts among a group of persons.The group will have members around 5-10 who will express their views, ideas freely in a friendly manner, on the given topic.The abilities of the members of the group is measured on certain scale as time limit, skills, knowledge etc.

13. Prerequisites of a Group DiscussionTopics given by panelistsPlanning and preparationKnowledge with self-confidence Communication skills/ power of speechPresentation Body Language and personal appearanceBeing calm and cool

14. Benefits in Group discussionIt helps you to have better understanding of the subjectIt stimulates critical thinking It helps the group to make decisions consensually.It improves your listening skills. It increases your confidence in speaking. It helps you to understand your strength and weakness.It improves your Leadership Skills.

15. Why Companies have GD?Companies conduct group discussion to checkInteractive skills Ability to work in teamFlexibilityNeuroticismListeningExtrovertismLeadershipYour Analytical skills and Subject knowledgeYour Problem solving and Critical thinking skills.Your attitude and confidence.

16. How to Prepare for GDGD preparation involves three basic aspects:Group Speaking PreparationContent PreparationListening preparation

17. How to Prepare for GDGroup Speaking Preparation: Enhance your vocabulary to enhance your fluency, practice tone modulation, and try to speak in front of mirror on some topic.Content Preparation:Choose the current affair topic from different perspectives like personal, social, political, cultural, academics, etc.Listening preparation: Participate in some discussions as an active observer and try to evolve one’s thought process by adding different perspectives.

18. Assessment of GD Leadership Skills - Ability to take initiative and able to lead, influence and carry the team along to achieve the organization's objectives.Communication Skills -Candidates will be assessed in terms of clarity of thought, expression and aptness of language. Interpersonal Skills– Interacting and managing the people is an important aspect of any job.Persuasive Skills - The ability to analyze and persuade the people.

19. Discussion EtiquetteDO’S Take initiative.Stay with the topic .Think before you speakMake original points & support them by substantial reasoning .