We all can do a GD, but there are many thing which should not be forgotten during a GD.

1. GD
Basic
PPT by
MEENESH JAIN

2. What is Group???

3. 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.

4. People have 1 thing in common:
They are all different.

5. These stones are nothing but…
 Knowledge
 Skill
 Attitude
 Understanding

6.
GROUP DISCUSSION
INFORMAL FORMAL
GROUP DISCUSSION GROUP DISCUSSION

7. 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.

8. 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.

9. 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)

10. 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?

11. TYPE OF GROUP MEMBERS YOU MAY HAVE TO
DEAL WITH
 Quarrelsome person or Self – How to spot them?
centered
 They initiate group discussion
How to spot them?  They encourage others to
speak
 They block the group discussion  They are good speakers
 They are attention seekers  They clarify others points
 They lead the group
discussion in proper direction
 They are dominating in
nature Leaders

12. 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

13. 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!

14. 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

15. 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!

16. 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

17.  Respect contrary view point
 Do not try to appoint a leader.
 Utilize the time efficiently.
 Find the remedy.
Be different - creative behaviour

19. A few GD topic to start with

20. 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?