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Conversations are supposed to be fun. They involve personal interactions between two or more people about something of interest. But many people worry about having conversations. They are concerned that they won’t be able to keep the conversation going, or about what they will say. Keeping a conversation going is something of an art, and one which many of us now seem to lack. This article explains how you can learn this ‘dying art’, and have constructive and enjoyable conversations with others. 1. Conversation is a Two-Way Street: The first and most important rule of conversation is that it is not all about you, but it’s not all about the other person either. A monologue, in either direction, is not conversation. Try to achieve a balance between talking and listening in any conversation. This is where social media makes life difficult. We’re used to broadcasting our views, and then responding if others comment. That can feel like the start of a conversation but, when yo...

The purpose of an interview is not to tell the employer who you are in and out but to convince him/her that you're the perfect fit for the position. Interviewer: So Ritu, tell me about yourself. Ritu: I am studying computer science. I want to become like Mark Zuckerberg. I was born in Delhi. My father owns a shoe factory. I want to work with your company because it's a huge brand. Interviewer: Thanks, Ritu. We'll get back to you soon (or never, really!). Sounds familiar? Still no idea where you went wrong? Well, the purpose of an interview is not to tell the employer who you are in and out but to convince him/her that you're the perfect fit for the position. And that's exactly what you have to remember while answering 'Tell me about yourself'. Why does an interviewer ask the interviewee the 'Tell me about yourself' question? You might think that this question is just an ice-breaker and aims to put you at ease; howe...

Candidates who will be appearing for the competitive exam must have started preparation. However, these anxious minds might have several questions regarding their preparations for competitive exam. How to begin with? What strategy to follow? How to make the time-table? Which books to refer? These and more such thoughts must be popping up in the minds of the aspirants. Preparing for competitive exam is not a cup of tea. Candidates need to determined and focused. However, if one follows the right strategy, cracking competitive exam won't be a tricky task. Given are the 10 tips and mantras to drive exam blues away and help you gear up for a successful performance in the exams. 10 tips to prepare for competitive exam:- 1. Get rid of exam fear More than failure, it is the fear of failure that impedes students from giving their best. So, the first step would be to get rid of exam fear. Your world will not come to an end if you are not able to crack the com...

Clear your concepts. Practice mocks. Analyse what went wrong and work on them. How to get 100 percentile in the Common Admission Test? Study at least 10 hours a day; all seven days a week. Join as many coaching classes as you can. Practice all the mock tests that you can lay your hands upon. If anyone has told you this, I suggest that you react to it as you would to someone telling you that the Earth is square. I mean, ignore the advice. Clear your concepts There is no definite way of cracking the exam.  Unlike the various exams for entry to graduation courses, the syllabus for CAT is very basic. It is your application of the concepts that makes you a winner. Unlike other competitive exams, you do not have to mug up the formula, revise and re-revise the applications for CAT. The concepts in CAT are not rocket science. They are concepts you learned at school and will form the basis of your advanced studies. The right choices How CAT differs fro...

Remember to keep it short, professional and error-free. Be sure to put your best information on the top, suggested by experts. You: 'Hi, I wanted to apply to an internship at your organisation.' Recruiter: 'Sure! Forward me your resume and I'll get back to you.' Four days later, you are still wondering why you didn't get a call. Don't be alarmed; this is because your resume didn't demonstrate how you would meet the requirements of the employer effectively. Before I tell you how to write a resume that works, let's have a look at what a resume exactly is. What is a resume? A resume is a document, required as a part of an internship application, that summarises your education, skills, achievements, and internship/training experiences if any. A student resume contains essential details that an employer needs to know about you before offering you a position in her organisation. Now, I know you have already Googled how to cr...