My name is Bish. I am pursuing an MBA. I am facing a problem with GD. Whenever I am in a GD, I am not able to speak up. At that time, I don't feel good about it. I know I don't have that much knowledge about GK and all, but I want to do well in that. Even though my English is fine, I am still not able to speak up. Can anyone help me out with this problem?
From India, Bhilai
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Hi Bishi John,
Reading your post is like reading a puzzle. You could have paid some more attention and read the draft again before clicking the submit button.
If I make the correct guess GD is group Discussion; is it not? GK (written in small letters as ‘gk’ – is it General Knowledge?) To do well in Group Discussion you need to practice with exercises in “spoken language.”
Make sure you devote sufficient time every day. In my opinion your English needs a lot of improvement. Read your draft again and see how you can break them into smaller sentences so that the mistakes get eliminated.
V.Raghunathan
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1366Reading your post is like reading a puzzle. You could have paid some more attention and read the draft again before clicking the submit button.
If I make the correct guess GD is group Discussion; is it not? GK (written in small letters as ‘gk’ – is it General Knowledge?) To do well in Group Discussion you need to practice with exercises in “spoken language.”
Make sure you devote sufficient time every day. In my opinion your English needs a lot of improvement. Read your draft again and see how you can break them into smaller sentences so that the mistakes get eliminated.
V.Raghunathan
From India
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Thank you, sir, for your help. I will follow what you have said. Yes, I do know that my English needs a lot of improvement. I will try to do whatever you have suggested. Sir, may I know what type of exercises I need to practice?
For Group Discussions (GD) in my class, people who don't have a good command of English speak very nicely. So, my question is, even though their English is not good, how are they able to speak well? Is it because their General Knowledge (GK) is good?
From India, Bhilai
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For Group Discussions (GD) in my class, people who don't have a good command of English speak very nicely. So, my question is, even though their English is not good, how are they able to speak well? Is it because their General Knowledge (GK) is good?
From India, Bhilai
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Dear Bishi John,
I think you should forget comparing yourself with others.
Be your own competitor and raise the bar every time.
To do better please try Cite HR archives.
Type “Spoken English” inside the box WHAT DO YOU NEED
that you find in the title bar right above.
After typing in the box, press the 'research' button next to it.
You will get lot of information.
You can also refer "Related Information" and 'Download Thread'
that you find in the right side of this message.
Repeat the process for “Improving English” and the likes, one by one of your choice.
Sincere efforts would be always rewarding.
V.Raghunathan
From India
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I think you should forget comparing yourself with others.
Be your own competitor and raise the bar every time.
To do better please try Cite HR archives.
Type “Spoken English” inside the box WHAT DO YOU NEED
that you find in the title bar right above.
After typing in the box, press the 'research' button next to it.
You will get lot of information.
You can also refer "Related Information" and 'Download Thread'
that you find in the right side of this message.
Repeat the process for “Improving English” and the likes, one by one of your choice.
Sincere efforts would be always rewarding.
V.Raghunathan
From India
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Hi Bishi John,
I agree with the comments of V. Raghunathan. Please follow his advice to improve your spoken English.
Do not compare yourself with others. Rather, focus on developing yourself.
Thorough preparation is required to participate properly in GD. Do some surfing on the internet, and you will get a lot of information about what traits the company observes through GD. How to speak, when to speak, remaining focused on the topic, not to cut others when they are speaking, giving time to others to speak, how effectively you speak, your voice modulation, subject knowledge, ability to speak coherently - these are some of the things the selectors observe.
Think with a cool mind - is your problem English speaking or is it a lack of confidence.
I am a certified Coach and Trainer. I conduct workshops on subjects like Interview and GD Skills. I also conduct one-on-one Coaching and Mentoring sessions to help youngsters develop confidence and qualify for Interviews/GD.
For more details, you can contact Ms. Pooja Baloni at 08882194410.
Best wishes,
Indu Wadhwa
Founder & Principal Consultant
Aspiring People
From India, New Delhi
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I agree with the comments of V. Raghunathan. Please follow his advice to improve your spoken English.
Do not compare yourself with others. Rather, focus on developing yourself.
Thorough preparation is required to participate properly in GD. Do some surfing on the internet, and you will get a lot of information about what traits the company observes through GD. How to speak, when to speak, remaining focused on the topic, not to cut others when they are speaking, giving time to others to speak, how effectively you speak, your voice modulation, subject knowledge, ability to speak coherently - these are some of the things the selectors observe.
Think with a cool mind - is your problem English speaking or is it a lack of confidence.
I am a certified Coach and Trainer. I conduct workshops on subjects like Interview and GD Skills. I also conduct one-on-one Coaching and Mentoring sessions to help youngsters develop confidence and qualify for Interviews/GD.
For more details, you can contact Ms. Pooja Baloni at 08882194410.
Best wishes,
Indu Wadhwa
Founder & Principal Consultant
Aspiring People
From India, New Delhi
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Dear Bishi John, others have given you sound advice though your query lacks enough details. Could you kindly give some examples of the topics used in GDs and your knowledge about those topics?
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Dear Bishi,
Your problem doesn't lie in a lack of English or knowledge, but it lies in the lack of ability to express your own convictions. Be brave enough to speak up. In group discussions, what matters most is the initiative taken by individuals to voice their opinions. Don't struggle with yourself about whether to speak or not; instead, come forward and express yourself. Lack of knowledge might be a problem sometimes, but not every time.
My general suggestion to you is to analyze whether you can speak loudly and confidently when you are with your family and friends. If your answer is yes, then it's surely a confidence issue, nothing else. Just believe in yourself and move forward. Skills are developed over time; all that is needed is to start and then continue trying.
Ensure there is a single line break between paragraphs.
From India, Gwalior
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Your problem doesn't lie in a lack of English or knowledge, but it lies in the lack of ability to express your own convictions. Be brave enough to speak up. In group discussions, what matters most is the initiative taken by individuals to voice their opinions. Don't struggle with yourself about whether to speak or not; instead, come forward and express yourself. Lack of knowledge might be a problem sometimes, but not every time.
My general suggestion to you is to analyze whether you can speak loudly and confidently when you are with your family and friends. If your answer is yes, then it's surely a confidence issue, nothing else. Just believe in yourself and move forward. Skills are developed over time; all that is needed is to start and then continue trying.
Ensure there is a single line break between paragraphs.
From India, Gwalior
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Dear Bishi,
If you swim, then you know that without entering into the river or swimming pool, you can't learn it. So, the best way is to start speaking in GDs without any hesitation. You may not perform well in the first 3 GDs, but then surely you will be the winner.
P. Agrawal
From India, Delhi
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If you swim, then you know that without entering into the river or swimming pool, you can't learn it. So, the best way is to start speaking in GDs without any hesitation. You may not perform well in the first 3 GDs, but then surely you will be the winner.
P. Agrawal
From India, Delhi
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Thank you all for your help and guidance. I will surely practice those spoken English questions and will improve my English. Every Saturday, we will have a group discussion in class, and some of the topics are: "Are Modi days gone?", "FDI in Retail," and "Import-Export in India."
From India, Bhilai
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Dear Bishi John,
To improve your English language skills in spoken and written versions, you just have to devote time to hearing English news telecasts 24/7 on leading English news channels. You may not sit and watch TV all the time. Just switch on the news and continue with your work while lending your ears to the audio. This way, you will certainly improve your English speaking skills over time. In addition to enhancing your general knowledge and awareness of current affairs, you will involuntarily capture the crux.
Furthermore, read good English articles or make it a habit to read English dailies like The Hindu and Times of India to fast-track your English vocabulary and, more importantly, your confidence levels. Many non-English medium students have improved their English skills effortlessly.
Have the will and confidence, and you will come out with flying colors.
From India, New Delhi
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To improve your English language skills in spoken and written versions, you just have to devote time to hearing English news telecasts 24/7 on leading English news channels. You may not sit and watch TV all the time. Just switch on the news and continue with your work while lending your ears to the audio. This way, you will certainly improve your English speaking skills over time. In addition to enhancing your general knowledge and awareness of current affairs, you will involuntarily capture the crux.
Furthermore, read good English articles or make it a habit to read English dailies like The Hindu and Times of India to fast-track your English vocabulary and, more importantly, your confidence levels. Many non-English medium students have improved their English skills effortlessly.
Have the will and confidence, and you will come out with flying colors.
From India, New Delhi
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