Conducting an Interview

Question 1

tips on conducting an interview

Answer 1

• prepare in advance
• make appropriate arrangements - convenient time and location
• write questions in advance
• be prepared to take careful notes
• listen carefully. don’t anticipate answers or break in when your subject is speaking
• maintain eye contact. let your interviewee know you are interested – by eye contact, body language, and acknowledging what is being said with words or nods
• ask follow-up questions
• don’t interrupt with additional questions; make a note of additional questions you wish to ask, and ask when your subject finishes
• get some good quotes or sotires
• be courteous
• be sure and thank your subject at the end of the interview