How do you guys start an interview?

And it still doesn't matter. Whatever works for you is different from whatever works for me. I'll take criticism to heart when it comes from the people who sign my paychecks. That's all that matters.

 

I bring Coach bagels, too.

 

Do you give him a reach-around, too?

 

Whatever it takes.

 

Glad you set your standards high. Do your bosses even know you do that?

 

I like to come out of the box with, "What's up, Knight?"

 

Wow, Crimson. Wow. With that attitude and approach, you sound like the Rich Kotite of budding journalists.

 

Ya know, small talk sounds all fine and dandy to lead off with, but 95% of athletes/coaches I've dealt with have little or no use for it. They're coming off the field/court after a three-hour practice or wanting to get the hell outta there or on the bus after a game. It's nice that you ask about their girlfriend or mom or dog, but generally they just want to get the interview over with and move on.

If there is time for chit-chat, it's after you're wrapped up and you close the notebook. If somebody seems to be willingly hanging around, knock yourself out. But you'll find most of the time that they're giving you that "got what you need?" look and already heading for the door.

 

uhhhm, no, actually crimson, you don't take criticism from the folks who sign your paychecks to heart. you might want to read a few of your own posts ... and believe it or not chief, you might not know it all after a year or two of experience.

if i were that type of guy i'd say "fucking kids these days," but i'm not, so i won't.