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Episode 52 | Interviewing 101 | 11 Tips That Work for Interviews And Coffee Dates

Author
William Bowman
Published
Thu 22 Apr 2021
Episode Link
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/art-of-the-interview/episodes/Episode-52--Interviewing-101--11-Tips-That-Work-for-Interviews-And-Coffee-Dates-ev48f2

There's a lot in common between interviews and coffee dates. And many of the same techniques that work for building intimacy and trust in one work well in the other too.


In this episode, I talk about eleven crossover skills that you can use both as an interview as well as when you're just out for coffee with a friend...or a family member...or a good-natured clown. They're all the same.



  • Be on time

  • The space matters

  • What are you drinking and who's buying the drinks?

  • Set an intention

  • Set the container, hold the space

  • Have a plan, then be flexible

  • Hold anything that comes

  • Reflecting posture

  • Be present where you are

  • Actively listen and respond

  • Respect their time

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