The Mark Drager Show

Cal Fussman: How To Interview ANYONE and NEVER be BORING with a legendary journalist

Apr 25, 2023

Renowned interviewer Cal Fussman shares insights on the art of interviewing, active listening, and engaging banter. He discusses surprising encounters, asking questions, and genuine experiences amidst marketing strategies. The conversation also delves into unconventional wisdom from models and the power of meaningful connections.

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Cal Fussman

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Quick takeaways

True connections are made through deep listening and thoughtful follow-up questions in interviews.

Creating a safe environment for interviewees enhances the quality of responses and conversations.

Authentic storytelling and genuine interactions lead to meaningful connections and insights during interviews.

Deep dives

The Power of Authenticity and Curiosity in Interviewing

Listening is key in asking the right follow-up questions. Cal Fussman highlights that true connections are made through deep listening and thoughtful follow-up inquiries during interviews. He compares the process to digging for gold, emphasizing that digging deeper in one place, rather than shifting around, uncovers the most valuable insights.

Introduction

2min

The Art of Interviewing: From Active Listening to Surprising Encounters

23min

Mastering the Art of Asking Questions in Interviews

3min

Engaging Banter about '300' Movie and Spartan Races

2min

Unveiling Genuine Experiences Amidst Marketing Strategies

21min

Unconventional Wisdom: Modeling Beyond Beauty

8min

Reflective Conversations and Meaningful Connections

4min

Renowned interviewer Cal Fussman is known for his ability to conduct deep and insightful interviews with some of the most influential people of our time, including Muhammad Ali, Mikhail Gorbachev, and Jeff Bezos. Fussman has won numerous awards for his writing, including four National Magazine Awards and a Sports Emmy.

Cal Fussman is the Contributing editor at large for Esquire magazine for over 20 years, where he gained recognition for his "What I've Learned" column. Fussman began his career as a sportswriter, covering events such as the Super Bowl and the Olympics. He is also the founder of Big Questions, a consulting and training company that helps individuals and organizations ask better questions.

“Interviewed me…In true Cal fashion took the conversation to places I never could have expected. He really is a master of the craft of asking questions.” - Tim Ferriss

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https://www.calfussman.com/