Enjoy Quote by Anthony DeCurtis
“Doing an interview you're going to have certain things you want to get at, but you're better off if you play to people's strengths a bit. You're also assessing how it's going and adjusting as needed. Does your subject seem up for it, willing to do it, and is he or she enjoying the interview? Or do they need to be coaxed, or reassured, or whatever they might need from you? Like writing, interviewing is a process that you keep learning, and you're always trying to get better and better.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Coaching/Media Training Context, 2020s
Effective interviewing requires focusing on the interviewee’s strengths, continuously assessing their engagement, and adapting your approach to keep the conversation productive and comfortable.
In simple terms: Tailor questions to strengths and adjust as needed.
Key Takeaway
Adapt to the interviewee’s cues.
Themes
communication
adaptability
empathy
Mood
thoughtful
professional
Type
instructional
reflective
When to use this quote
- job interviews
- podcast recordings
- media panels
- research surveys
Key Concepts
active listening
feedback loops
rapport building
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you gauge when to shift tactics?
- What signals indicate the interviewee is comfortable?
A Different Perspective
If the interviewee is resistant, forcing a style may hinder honesty.
