Answers Quote by Jim Lehrer
“There's only one interview technique that matters... Do your homework so you can listen to the answers and react to them and ask follow-ups. Do your homework, prepare.”
About This Quote
Source Interview Guide: Effective Interviewing, 1998
Preparation enables active listening, thoughtful reactions, and insightful follow‑up questions.
In simple terms: Prepare to listen and respond wisely.
Prepare, listen, ask follow‑ups.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- job interviews
- journalist interviews
- research meetings
- client consultations
- panel discussions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance preparation with genuine curiosity?
- What questions reveal deeper insight in your field?
Over‑preparation can make interactions rigid; spontaneity also matters.