3 mistakes to avoid on IIM CAT GD/PI preparation

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Most of you who have cleared the written test and
with GD/PI call letters in hand must have already
started preparation for the IIM GD/PI in advance.
While there is a lot of advice on what you should do,
here are a list of things that you should not do when
preparing for the MBA Group Discussion and
Personal Interview.
1) Not timing yourself: Many candidates overlook
this singular most important aspect. Its not just
about a time limit to the overall Group Discussion
but timing your repsonses to keep it curt and
relevant. It is a fact that the average retention of the
human mind is 2 minutes of what you said. Same
applies to the GD panel
2) Manage your accent: Due to the diversity of the
India and its regional languages, English is spoken
with a regional touch. Be careful to get your
phonetics correct and vowels easy to understand.
Ask 5 people who don't like you to know how you
really sound. Try and improve your best by listening
to TV News broadcasters and emulate their accent
and mannerism's of speaking. Remember
embarrasment here is better than rejection at the
IIM's
3) Watch the body language: Hands to yourself. Do
not make the mistake of touching a candidate in an
attempt to quieten him/her. You will get automatic
negative points. It is OK to emphasize points with
your hand but never to touch a candidate. Always
watch how you use your body to talk in front of a
mirror to know whether you appear composed or a
juggling clown.
There are always some overloooked things that can
result in your strong beginning or early end. Learn
more about common mistakes to avoid for the CAT
GD/PI preparation