DealBook Summit How to Reveal the Many Sides of Elon Musk: The Art of the Interview
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Dec 14, 2023 This podcast episode explores the takeaways from the DealBook Summit where leaders discuss important topics like wars, the U.S. election, and artificial intelligence. The host shares insights on conducting live interviews with powerful individuals and discusses interviews with Kamala Harris and Kevin McCarthy, highlighting their different perspectives on negotiations and the state of the world. They also reflect on an unexpected emotional turn during their interview with Elon Musk and his views on trust.
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Pre-Interview Rapport
- Prioritize making guests comfortable before an interview.
- Focus on building rapport rather than discussing interview topics to avoid rehearsed responses.
The Value of Live Interviews
- Live interviews reveal how people think, not just what they say.
- Observing their reactions provides valuable insights beyond their words.
Thorough Preparation
- Prepare extensively for interviews by researching and talking to people around the subject.
- Knowing the answer beforehand allows for deeper exploration and uncovering new information.