# 4 Quick, Helpful Fixes for Stimulating a Compelling Interview

Published 2019-08-07 · Updated 2026-06-09 · Education Technology on MarketScale
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> When staging an interview, there are obstacles for both the interviewer and interviewee. Here are a few tricks that can make your interview shine. Problem: The subject uses lots of jargon, is hard to follow, or gives lifeless, canned answers. Solution: Reset the conversation. There’s a stellar trick NPR reporters use when interviewing experts. If the subject…

## When staging an interview, there are obstacles for both the interviewer and interviewee. Here are a few tricks that can make your interview shine.

***Problem:*** *The subject uses lots of jargon, is hard to follow, or gives lifeless, canned answers.*

***Solution:*** *Reset the conversation.*

There’s a stellar trick NPR reporters use when interviewing experts. If the subject veers off track from the question, or is otherwise unclear, use this line:

> **Pretend i’m a bright high-schooler who has trouble paying attention.**

This really works to encourage clarity, which helps them stay present in the discussion.

Read more at [Premium Beat](https://www.premiumbeat.com/blog/quick-fixes-for-interviews-off-track/)

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