The document discusses group discussions and how to prepare for and perform well in them. It explains that group discussions allow for the generation, sharing, and testing of ideas, and that groups provide support. It recommends developing knowledge of current affairs, having the right attitude, and practicing skills like presentation, communication, and leadership. Candidates in group discussions will be evaluated on their personality, communication skills, knowledge, and leadership and teamwork. The document provides tips on maintaining composure, displaying an open mind, and using body language effectively during group discussions.

1. INSTITUTE OF TOURISM STUDIES
LUCKNOW UNIVERSITY
Topic :
Group Discussion
Submit by –
Shobha Verma
B.T.A.

2. what is group discussion?
why group?
why discussion?
1. Ideas can be generated.
2. Ideas can be shared.
3. Ideas can be tried. Ideas can be
responded.
4. Groups provide support for any effort.
5. Working in groups drive away monotony.

3. Preparing for G.D. according to K A S H Strategies.
K (Knowledge)- Social awareness Knowledge in
current affairs. National and international issues.
A (Attitude)- Set your goal plan actions Winning
attitudes Continuing learning. Practice skills Corporate
Focus
S (Skills)- Develop through practice. Presentation skills.
Communication Skills Non-verbal skills
H (Honesty)- Honesty all through your efforts. Admit
your mistakes. Learn from mistakes. Corporate Focus

4. HOW ARE YOU EVALUATED IN YOUR GROUP DISCUSSIONS?
1. Personality 2. Communication skills 3. Knowledge
4. Leadership and team work
PERSONALITY
Smartness - dress – smile on the face
Cheerfulness – free from tension and nervousness
Enthusiasm – attitude of taking that one step extra.

5. COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Fluency- not speed but poise and right word in the right place.
Clarity- effectiveness of the message.
Logic – the presentation skill.
KNOWLEDGE
Relevance – topic related
Depth – in and out of the subject. Factual info and data.
LEADERSHIP
Initiative – taking the lead. Breaking the ice. Being in the
forefront.
Team Spirit – ability to work with people. Cooperation and
consolidation.

6. Your Innate Skills
1.Interpersonal skills
- ability to interact with others.
- emotional balance
- more people centric, that self-centered
2. Persuasive skills
- Ability to analyze and persuade others to
see the problem from a different
perspective.

7. 3.Pressure.
Too short a time like 20 minutes, and about 10 –
15 group of people each trying to ascertain themselves.
So naturally there will be pressure on you. You may
scream shout, annoy or agitate. But to remain calm and
balanced is your ability to withstand pressure.
4.Generate Idea.
Don’t remain to be a copy cat. Think differently
and Search for new ideas. This shows your creative
ability.

8. 5.CONCEPTUALIZING SKILLS.
Your ability to grasp the situation and look it to a
macro level. This is a overall perspective.
6.IN DEPTH KNOWLEDGE
An overall picture as related to other issues in that
environment. Examining the issue from different
disciplinary perspective. Read
books/magazines/News- papers/ watch TVs. Talk
to educated elite and discuss problems.

9. Behavioral Traits
1.DO NOT SHOUT
It will take you no where. As already chaos exists, it is
you that has to bring order in the house. Direct the
house with some new thinking. Then the whole group
jumps on it and sanity is restored.
2.DISPLAY AN OPEN MIND
GD is not fighting for your stand. A word of
appreciation any good idea would be idea.
Assertiveness to your stand. If there is disagreement,
say it politely, but appreciate the idea. “ I do appreciate
your idea, but I am convinced about mine.”

10. BE AWARE OF YOUR POSTURE AND BODY MOVEMENT
Your body posture speaks a lot about your attitude.
a)Too much laid back with all your weight, tells that
you are totally relaxed and not participative.
b) Too much of forward bend make you a shaky
person.
c) Try to look at a person who is speaking/listening,
and then pass on your looks to the whole crowd.
d) Don’t show finger and shake. Instead, move your
hands approbatory. Occasionally, nod your head
indicating that you are listening carefully.
Thank you