Handle GDs With Ease Using This Technique

Group discussion or GDs are a major cause of anxiety and worry for most candidates and it makes everything seem to be dependant on luck or  chance. Worries such as -I wonder which topic I will get? Will it be easy or difficult? What if something comes which I have not prepared on? Who else will be in the group discussion? Worrying about these will lead to failure even before the GD.
So how can you keep yourself in control of the situation?

The secret is this- We will do anything to get out of pain or avoid a painful situation than try to get some  possible reward. In a GD the reward of possible getting the admission is not a strong enough benefit to push you to perform. Avoiding pain will be a better motivator. Here is how to use this principle:

 The important thing in any GD is to open your mouth and speak! In any GD of say 20 mins,ideally you should speak and interact at least for a minimum of three times.Here is technique to ensure you speak. Get a close friend who cares about your success and offer Rs 1000(or an amount that will be hard for you (create pain) to give) if you do not speak for a minimum of 3 times. This will create a drive to speak and you will find yourself overcoming the initial fear and self consciousness. After a few such experiences you will become habituated to speaking out and will no longer need this negative motivator. But this works ....try it out and see for yourself!!

3 Tips To Ace Any Interview

Getting admission in a good college is not about marks alone. It is about demonstrating your talents and your skills effectively.  As a part of that interviews have become an important hurdle to cross for any aspiring student. But what is the secret that gets you through interview?
 Here are 3 important tips to help you ace any interview:

1. Put yourself in the interviewer's shoes- Instead of focusing on what you have to say or not say, it is best to start from the interviewer's perspective. What kind of student are they looking for? What priorities do they have to identify good candidates? Unless you understand this you will not be able to give the answers appropriately nor would you be able to focus on the major priorities for the institution.

2.Do not focus on the outcome- Like any performance you have to be in the moment to give the right answers and think spontaneously. If your focus is too much on the outcome your performance will be hampered as the uncertainty of the situation will lead to unnecessary tension and nervousness.

3.Don't be desperate- Remind yourself that if not this then something better will turn up.There is no need to be desperate as you are here to identify if the initutio is suitable for you as well.Too much pressure from family and peers as well as thinking that this is the only option will make it seem to be a do or die situation which is in most cases will create a repulsion to the interviewer who sense taht. Be calm ,relaxed and collected with the clear knowing that tere are many opportunities for you to choose from .



There tips are crucial to shape your attitude and develop confidence.Try thee tips and if they work for you share them with others as well.

How to become a trainer in India

The field of training is wide and varied and there is a place for anyone who has expertise in a particular area. We have Soft skills trainers, English trainers,IT trainers, Personal trainers, Trainers in GMAT/GRE/Engineering/Competitive exams etc.the list is  very long.

 To become a trainer it would be good to work in the area of interest and understand it well.Some directly work as part time trainers at institutes, schools or colleges and work their way to fulfil time careers.Trainers need to be people oriented and should enjoy talking in front of crowds and teaching.
What skills do you have that you can teach others? Do you enjoy teaching others and seeing them grow? These questions need to be answered.

To become a trainer in oft skills and behavioural skills most people go in HR and then move to the learning and development function in HR. There are trainers who are into IT skills,programming, language fluency etc.

If you are serious about training it might be a good idea to take a  Diploma in Training from ISTD (Indian Society for Training and Development).More important is to start taking small sessions or even assisting other trainers until you learn the craft as it is something learned only by doing.

How to become an instructional designer in India

With e-learning catching on in India, the demand for instructional designers have rapidly increased.Currently there is a dearth of qualified instructional designers and the requirements are piling up everyday.

What do instructional designers do?

Instructional designers create and design learning content to be delivered though the web or for regular classes as well.They have to be well versed with the learning methods and understand how people learn to create the content and design the learning. Experience in teaching and training is a big plus although not necessary. Ability to conceptualize, interest in multiple fields and the ability write well are additional skills that can be useful in this work.

What qualifications are needed?
Currently more than qualifications, experience is looked at. If you have teaching or training experience and have ability to create content for programs you may have a fair chance. There are few on line programs that you can use to educate yourself.

Symbiosis Distance education as well as SNDT Womens College offer recognized courses that can qualify you for jobs in this area in India.There are other national and international certifications also that can help you. A quick on line search with list such certifications.

How to become an Interior Designer in India

 Interior design can be a very lucrative field for those with talent in design as well as interest in creating delightful customer experiences.The interior designers are in demand in marketing, architecture, corporate and event management for their talents and knowledge in design.Various jobs take up also include- CAD Designer, Design Consultant,furniture designer,Exhibition designer and many more. The students can go for a Bsc in Interior design or  BID(Bachelor of Interior Design) which are 3 year courses.

Another route could also be through Bachelor of Architecture where there student undergoes a 5 year course and becomes an architect. This allows the student greater scope in handling projects in architecture as well. This is  through an entrance exam- NATA (National Aptitude test in Architecture) or another through IIT JEE Paper-2.

Some students also choose to take a diploma in interior design which can also get them started in the filed without so many years of study.

Institutions offering courses include:

IIT,Mumbai
National Institutes of Design  at multiple locations in India. States such as -Gujarat,Andhra Pradesh etc.
Sir JJ School of Applied Arts,Mumbai

How to become an Aeronautical Engineer in India

 Aeronautical engineer is involved in the design ,development,testing and maintenance of aircrafts.A BE or Btech in this filed can get you jobs in Aviation, Defence and Aerospace industries.

Getting into Aeronautical Enigneering:

As with any other engineering you will have to write the common entrance tests such as
IIT-JEE
OR
AIEE

Some colleges like Amrita, Manipal Intitute of Technology,VIT etc have their own entrance tests too.

You need to have Physics Chemistry and Mathematics for your 10 +2 and min of 50% aggregate for applying for BE or  Btech degree courses

Some institutions offering these courses are:

• IIT kharagpur
• IIT Madras
• Sathyabama University,Chennai
• Amrita Institute of Technology and Sciences,Tamil Nadu
• Manipal Institute of Technology,Karnataka

Careers in Agriculture in India

Agriculture is not just farming alone, you can pursue careers in fisheries, forestry, agribusiness, poultry,horticulture etc.as this is a foundational program for all other areas as well. ICAR (Indian council for agricultural research) conducts an all India admissions test and 10+2 students with a background in PCM OR PCB,PCMB can attempt this. Those who are selected may further choose undergrad courses in State Universities . These could include Agriculture Engineering, Fisheriees Sciences, Horticulture, Sericulture,Dairy Technlogy,Forestry,Agriculture Marketing,Agriculture and even Banking and Cooperation.A BSc Agriculture is 4 years and can be rewarding for a candidate with the right skills and interest levels. Some institutes offering programs are:

Indian Agriculture Research Institute ,New Delhi
Punjab Agricultural University,Ludhiana
Junagadh Agricultural University,Junagadh
Kerala Agricultural  University, Thrissur
Central Agricultural University,Imphal

and many others 

Careers in Merchant Navy In India

 Merchant navy is a well paid and highly valued profession. Navigating ships,maintenance and upkeep of ships, transportation of good passenger safety etc. would be areas covered under maritime  and nautical studies.
The profession calls for people who can work with minds as well as engage in hard physical work.The rigours of being out in the sea and managing a ship may not be everyone's cup of tea. but those who are adventurous with an inclination towards engineering can excel in this field.

How to enter this field:
Usually a 10+2 with Science- Physics ,Chemistry Maths between the ages of 16-25 yrs are eligible to write the AIMNET (All India Merchant Navy Entrance Test) for entrance into various colleges offering Marine Engineering and Nautical Science courses. Some of the known institutions ffring courses are:

Indian Maritime University, Chennai
International Maritime Institute, Noida
Sumudra Institute of Maritime Studies,Pune
Tolani Maritime Institute, Mumbai
Indian Maritime University,Chennai

Careers in Dairy Sciences in India

Milk and milk products are widely used in India which is also one of the largest producers of milk in the world. The dairy industry involves cattle breeding, milking,processing, storage and distribution of milk and milk products and has recently involved heavy use of technology and management techniques.There are numerous colleges in India offering courses in dairy farming, dairy management and dairy technology. A Bsc/Btech in Dairy Technology or Agriculture would be sufficient to get int this industry. Companies like  Amul,Almarai,Brittania,ITC,Nestle etc. are some top employers other than government agencies and institutions.

Some of the institutions offering courses in this area are:

National Dairy Research institute,Banaglore
Dairy Research Institute,Mumbai
Kerala Agriculture University,Thrissur
Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Jabalpur

Careers in Fishery Sciences in India

Fishery Sciences in a multidisciplinary science which includes aquaculture,genetics,biotechnology,microbiology and fisheries related studies. It involves everything from catching, breeding, processing, freezing and canning of fishes and seafood.
There is a emerging scope in India for this area. There is also a lot of demand abroad in countries like USA, Japan,Australia, China etc. A bachelors in Fisheries Sciences (BFSc) is usually 4 years or  the candidate can get an degree in Agriculture like a a 4 year Bsc Agriculture to enter this field.

Jobs include Fisheries Development Officers, Researchers, Inspector of Fisheries, Project Managers, ,Fisheries officer, Hatchery managers, Farm managers etc.There are also numerous certificate and diploma courses offered in this area.


Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University
http://kvafsu.edu.in

Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies
http://www.kufos.ac.in

Maharashtra Animal and Fishery Sciences University
http://www.mafsu.in

West Bengal University of Animal and Fishery Sciences
http://wbuafscl.ac.in

Tamil Nadu Fisheries University
http://tnfu.ac.in

Punjab Agricultural University ,Ludhiana
http://purcl.puchd.ac.in

Careers in Microbiology in India

Microbiology has to do with microscopic organisms and encompasses a variety of fields such as virology,mycology,bacteriology etc. A microbiologist is needed in breweries, pharmaceuticals,dairy and food related industries.  A BSc/ Btech in Microbiology will equip a student to be employed in any of the above industries and pursue research or higher studies as well.
Some of the educational institutions offering this course are:

St Josephs College, Bangalore
St Xaviers College, Mumbai
Manipal Academy for Higher Education, Manipal
Presidency College,Kolkota

Eligibility is usually a 10+2 in science with Biology

Careers in Environmental Sciences in India

Environmental sciences have gained a lot of attention due to the issues of Global Warming, Waste Management etc. The environmentalist is necessary for areas such as preservation of forest and wildlife, urban planning,ministry of environment, industries, pollution control boards etc.A trained professional with relevant degree can find employment in any of the areas of with organizations like the UN,Government, Institutions and NGOs.

Some of the Universities offering a Bachelors in this area are:

Alighar Muslim University,Alighar
Jawaharlal Nehru University,Delhi
Amity Unniversity,Noida
National Environmental Research Institute,Nagpur
University of Mysore,Mysore

and many more

Eigibility:10+2 with Physics,Chemistry and Biology


Degrees:
BSc Environmental Science
BSc Environmental science and Water management
Bachelor of Environmental Management

How to become an actor in India

Acting is a talent that can lead to fame and wealth but it require nurture and the right opportunities. In  India  we have examples of rags to riches stories of numerous actors who worked their way to rejection and hardship to stardom. While looking at acting as a career it  is important to understand that while all may not become stars,talent once developed will be noticed and opportunities will come. So if you are thinking of pursuing  a career as an actor it would be good to get get trained under professionals. If you are willing to be patient and toil till the realization of your dream some of the following institutions may guide you in the right path:

National School of Drama,New Delhi
https://nsd.gov.in/delhi/

FTII (Film and Technology Institution of India),  Pune
http://www.ftiindia.com

Asian Academy of Film and Television, Noida
http://aaft.com

Actor Prepares, Mumbai
http://www.actorprepares.net

Eligibility is minimum 10+2