This document discusses the key things that are looked for in interviews and group discussions (GDs). It outlines that leadership, communication, content, and conduct are the main areas that are assessed. For leadership, it is important to structure the discussion and keep it on track. For communication, it is essential to speak fluently and engage the entire group. For content, one must demonstrate facts, structure, and the ability to take an unpopular stand. For conduct, political correctness, respect for others, and avoiding arguments are paramount.

1. Fore School Of
Management
FMG-2012-2014
Managerial Communication
July-Sep 2012
S Sharma

2. GD
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Looks for
q Leadership
q Communication
q Content
q Conduct

3. Leadership
q Structure - Needs to be laid out by the people
speaking First, or Second. Tackle the topic - Very
brief history, current context, suggestions and
solutions
q Check any deviations, and steer discussion
back on track
q Check any unruly behaviour.
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4. Communication
q Group Speaking
q Flow
q Ability to make an impact with words
q Identify people with similar stands
q Know when to jump in, and force your way
in, politely of course
q Avoid 1 on 1 conversations - Keep eye contact
with the entire group
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5. Content
q Facts and memory-substance
q Structure
q Read to build content. Simple advice, works
wonders
q Can you take an unpopular stand
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6. Conduct
q Be careful about the words to be used.
Political correctness is an assumed quality
q Earn the Brownie Points
q Never demean someone’s point
q Never argue
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