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SPI 334: How to Conduct an Unforgettable Interview with Andrew Warner

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Sep 5, 2018
Andrew Warner, founder of Mixergy and master interviewer, shares his insights on conducting unforgettable interviews. He reveals how vulnerability fosters deeper connections with guests and the importance of meticulous preparation. Andrew highlights techniques for eliciting honest responses and suggests using simple prompts to promote richer storytelling. He also discusses the balance between research and genuine curiosity to drive meaningful conversations, emphasizing the need to impress guests through attention to detail.
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ANECDOTE

Childhood Keepsakes Shaped Ambition

  • Andrew scanned keepsakes from his childhood to reconnect with who he was before interviewing and entrepreneurship.
  • He showed a spreadsheet of early products that reached $40,000/month and reflected on youthful ambition.
INSIGHT

Vulnerability Unlocks Guest Honesty

  • Being vulnerable on interviews creates an atmosphere where guests eventually open up and share deeper truths.
  • Vulnerability is a technique that turns the guest into the hero while the host admits limits to build trust.
ADVICE

Always Give A Short Reason

  • Tell guests the reason you are asking a tough question to increase their willingness to answer honestly.
  • Use a single clear sentence explaining why the audience needs that answer before you ask.
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