Dance Quote by Doris Burke
“As an interviewer, I don't think you can dance around the subject. Certainly the interview subject knows if you are dancing, and the viewer knows that you are dancing. If it's a hard question, you just have to ask it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Sports Media, 2021
Interviewers must confront tough topics directly; evasion is evident to both subject and audience.
In simple terms: Ask hard questions openly.
Key Takeaway
Direct questioning builds trust and clarity.
Themes
journalism
integrity
communication
truth
interview
Mood
serious
analytical
Type
ethical
professional
When to use this quote
- political debates
- press conferences
- media training sessions
Key Concepts
avoidance
transparency
ethical interviewing
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it appropriate to soften a question?
- How do you balance honesty with sensitivity?
A Different Perspective
Hard questions can damage relationships.
