Conduct the Interview

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Arrive on time for your interview, and dress professionally unless the occasion warrants different attire (for example, an interview on a farm). When you arrive, greet your interviewee and introduce yourself if you have not already met.

Keep the following considerations in mind during the interview:

In addition to traditional face-to-face meetings, people are increasingly using new voice-over-Internet-protocol technologies, such as Skype and Google Hangout for interviews. These can allow you to chat with experts in remote locations. Before conducting such an interview, review the tips in chapter 15.