Broadcast Interview Preparation

What should you do before sitting down to ask someone questions in an interview?

• Write a complete list of specific questions

• Do your pre-interview research

• Avoid controversial topics

• Memorize your questions

Why is it important to prep your subject before the interview?

• To catch them off-guard

• To ensure they know exactly what to say

• To give them a general idea of the topics and help them prepare

• To avoid any element of spontaneity

What is the recommended approach to starting an interview?

• Ask the toughest questions first

• Start with simple questions and build towards the main goal

• Avoid small talk

• Begin with controversial topics

What type of questions should you ask to gain more detailed responses?

• Yes or no questions

• Closed-ended questions

• Open-ended questions

• Questions that require one-word answers

How should an interviewer establish rapport with the interviewee?

• By starting the interview immediately

• By expressing strong opinions

• By engaging in small talk before the interview

• By keeping the interview strictly professional

How should you handle the pacing of the interview if the subject gives very short answers?

• 1. Ask more open-ended questions

• Move on to the next topic quickly

• Confront them about their short answers

• End the interview

What should an interviewer do if their subject is very reserved?

• By starting the interview immediately

• By expressing strong opinions

• Gently coax more detailed responses

• End the interview quickly

What is a good way to end an interview according to the text?

• With a controversial question

• With a difficult question

• On a positive or lighter note

• By summarizing the main points

Why should an interviewer send a thank-you note to the interviewee?

• To remind them of the interview

• To maintain a good relationship for future interactions

• To ask for feedback on the interview

• To correct any mistakes made during the interview

What should an interviewer do after reviewing the recording of the interview?

• Edit out any mistakes

• Ignore it and move on

• Take notes on what went well and what could be improved

• Immediately schedule the next interview