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Ten to One Experienced writers agree that for every minute spent in an interview, at least ten minutes should be spent in preparation. Interviews that follow (rather than precede) careful research are nearly always more productive. “The first time I interviewed President Kennedy, I was supposed to see him for ten minutes,” recalls William Manchester, author of The Death of a President. “The interview lasted three and a half hours. It was exciting and it led to further meetings.” What accounted for this Presidential generosity? Research. “I think it is very important for a person to do his homework,” explains Manchester. “There’s nothing more insulting than to ask a man, like a President of the United States, a question that he’s answered many times before. Then he’s quite likely to dismiss you. So what you want to ask are the questions he’s never been asked before, questions that show that you have a great familiarity with his life. And then he’s likely to respect you and be interested in the exchange, the colloquy.”
The Craft of Interviewing
John Brady
he would purposefully connect to any lingering anxiety from the prior procedure, then release it on the exhale. In addition to this upgraded ability to let go of stress, you may also notice a subtle improvement in mood—an increased sense of connection to and engagement with colleagues, family, friends, and teammates; more comfort with emotional vulnerability; and an overall enhanced sense of calm. You may find it initially feels a bit strange to access an emotion and then let go of it so quickly. But with time and practice, this process will become easier and easier until it becomes second nature. Remember that persistent practice is the only way to build this skill. You must actually train the heart muscle to let go, just as you would train the muscles in your arm to perform a tennis serve. Through regular practice and repetition, your heart will learn to let go with greater potency and speed. It will feel softer, more open, and free.
Heart Breath Mind
Leah Lagos
I believe this little anecdote has the potential to distinguish success from failure in the pursuit of excellence. The theme is depth over breadth. The learning principle is to plunge into the detailed mystery of the micro in order to understand what makes the macro tick. Our obstacle is that we live in an attention-deficit culture.
The Art of Learning
Josh Waitzkin
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