1. Employment Communication- Group Discussions and Interviews Unit 15 Dr. Smita Choudhary

2. 1.What is a Group Discussion? 2.Skills required for a GD 3.Types of GD’s 4.Job interviews Before the interview During the interview After the interview The interviewer’s perspective Unit Outline

3. What is a GD?  Exchange of views on specific topics  Objective-common consensus or problem solution  Evaluate group vs individual skills  Coordinated by “moderator”  Structured

4. Skills required for a GD 1.Knowledge and awareness 2.Communication - Ensure message is understood - Listen to others -Use correct language 3.Group interaction -GD etiquette 4.Leadership qualities

5. Types of GD’s GDs  Knowledge based topics - Current relevance, e.g., - economic,social,political,sports,film,IT, related  Abstract topics - Common sense VS. knowledge 2. Case based GD’s - Problem- solution approach - Evaluation based on quality of analysis and interaction

6. Job Interview A job interview is a process in which a potential employee is evaluated by an employer for prospective employment in their company, organization, or firm.employmentcompanyorganizationfirm During this process, the employer hopes to determine whether or not the applicant is suitable for the job.

7. Job Interviews Steps to be followed  Preparation- before the interview  Meeting face to face-during the interview  Evaluating the interview-after the interview  Taking action-after the interview

8. Interviewee’s perspective-Before the Interview Research the organization -Sources and types of information Gather job related information Do self analysis -Match your needs with job requirements Anticipate interview questions Prepare your own questions

9. During the Job Interview  Create good first impression  Convey positive message through non-verbal behavior  Address all interviewers  Make interview a two-way process  Avoid being over-confident  Be honest

10. During the Job Interview Show humility Do not exaggerate Give positive answers Handle salary discussion carefully Observe closing formalities

11. After the Job Interview  Analyze your own performance  Send thank-you letter  If job is offered, send acceptance/rejection letter  Do groundwork for interviews

12. The interviewer’s Perspective- Before the Interview  Purpose of interview  Style of interview  Physical set up  Types of questions  Sequence of questions  Background of interviewee

13. The interviewer’s Perspective-During the interview  Show flexibility  Take notes  Use positive body language  Ensure two-way communication  Establish rapport with interviewee  Ask questions in right sequence  Ask questions that gather information

14. Commonly asked Interview Questions 1. What are your long-term and short-term goals career goals? How are you preparing yourself to achieve them? 2.What do you see yourself doing five years from now? 3. What do you consider to be your main strengths and weakness? 4. What motivates you to put forth your greatest effort?

15. Commonly asked Interview Questions 6.What is your claim for suitability for this position? 7.In what ways do you think you can make a contribution to our company? 8.What qualities do you think a successful manager should possess? 9.What is your leadership style?

16. The interviewer’s Perspective- After the interview  Assess interview  Evaluate Applicant  Decide on further interviews  Decide how to communicate with interviewee