Advance preparation for the interview by way of well thought out questions and a thorough consideration of approach is very helpful.
Taking notes Taking notes is an essential part of interviewing. Some take down everything, even irrelevant and redundant remarks. Take down only what is important. People sometimes stop talking when the reporter start writing and so taking down the important remarks may not be possible. And he does not always know what is relevant until he has it written,
The reporter should write as fast as he can
Keep hand and mind together, listen to key phrases. A tape recorder helps the reporter to review the interview in depth. It is must for a question and answer story.
Conducting an Interview Know the subject. Read the persons eyes and mannerisms. Since these offer a reliable clue on how an interview is to be handled. Since the interview rarely goes as planned, therefore, the interviewer requires a lot of instinct.
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