Interview Skills
1. Research
2. Preparation
3. Punctuality
4. Professionalism
5. Communication
6. Listening
7. Ask Questions
8. Confidence
9. Showing Interest
10. Follow up
Group Discussion
1. Factual Group Discussion
2. Opinion-based Group Discussion
3. Group Conversation Based on Case Studies
4. Abstract Group Discussion
Skills Required to Evaluate in Group Discussion
1. Subject expertise
2. Creativity/Originality
3. Voice
4. Bodily Language
5. Fluency
6. Initiative
7. Active Hearing
Presentation Skills and Techniques
Creating Presentations: Step-by-Step
1. Define purpose.
2. Gather content and presentation ideas.
3. Structure the subject matter (section, heading, order)
4. Develop how to present it (style, element, props, equipment)
5. Prepare the presentation (wording, design, material, equipment)
6. Practice and rehearsals (get feedback, refinement)
7. Plan venue, control the environment
8. ‘Dress Rehearsal’ if warranted
9. Relax and prepare yourself – confidence and control.
Prepare the presentation
Create and design the presentation
Deliver your presentation
Effective Business Communication Techniques
1. Adapt the message to your audience
2. Prepare for message delivery.
3. Be authentic as you communicate
4. Be enthusiastic and engaged when speaking.
5. Manage nonverbal signals to control the message.
6. Practice active listening when people respond to you.
7. Ask for feedback from team members.
8. Probe for understanding to confirm you're being heard.
9. Handle conflicts respectfully
10. Use the right tools
11. Timing is everything
12. Become a better communicator.
Use the right tools
1. Email
2. Slack
3. One on one conversation
4. Team discussions
5. Group Meetings
Verbal Communication Skills
1. Active listening
2. Asking for clarification
3. Asking open-ended questions to gain insights
4. Recognizing and responding to nonverbal cues
5. Speaking concisely and clearly
6. Using humor to engage the audiences
Improve Verbal Communication Skills
1. Think before speaking
2. Use concise language.
3. Understand your audience
4. Be mindful of your tone
5. Pay attention to your body language.
6. Employ active listening
7. Speak with confidence
8. Show your authentic self
9. Practice your skills
10. Gain feedback
Active Listening Techniques
1. Avoid making judgments about and stereotyping others
2. Remove any potential distractions, such as a noisy setting
3. Focus on what the other person is saying, rather than thinking about what you want to say
next
4. Ask clarifying questions to ensure you fully understand the information or message.
5. Wait until the other person finishes speaking before responding.
Nonverbal Communication Skills
1. Pay attention to Nonverbal Signals
2. Look for Incongruent Behaviors
3. Focus on Tone of Voice
4. Use good eye contact
5. Ask questions
6. Use signals to add meaning
7. Look at signals as a whole
8. Consider the context
9. Be aware that signals can be misread
10. Practice, practice, practice
Nonverbal Signals
1. Body Movement
2. Eye contact
3. Gestures
4. Posture
5. Tone of Voice
Self Confidence Stance
1. Standing Firmly in one place
2. Keeping your shoulders back
3. Keeping your weight balanced on both feet
5 Tips to Start Bringing Flow to Presentation
1. Cut out all distractions before you speak and on stage.
2. Speak about what you’re excited and passionate about.
3. Use music to energize and motivate you before you speak and to bring your audience into a similar
energetic space.
4. Practice, practice, and practice (More mastery = more chances of reaching flow)
5. Take care of your body (eat well, hydrate, get ample rest)
Important Professional Qualities
1. Willingness to learn
2. Positive attitude
3. Conflict resolution
4. Helpfulness
5. Integrity
6. Calm under stress
7. Solution oriented
8. Self-motivated
9. Kind demeanor
10. Responsible
11. Collaborative
12. Confidence
