Interviewing for Information


1.  Locate and contact an expert on your topic.

2.  Reasearch your topic before the interview.

3.  Plan a series of questions that relate to your specific purpose.

4.  Be on time.

5.  Be courteous and tactful.

6.  Don't ask leading questions.

7.  Let your expert do most of the talking.

8.  Summarize what you hear so your expert can verify it.