What is a key reason the author provides for dressing professionally for an interview?
Explanation
This question probes the reader's understanding of the philosophy behind the dress code recommendations, which is rooted in professional respect.
Other questions
What is the author's primary motto for conducting, editing, and airing an interview?
What is the specified reporter dress code for general newsgathering?
When approaching someone for an interview, especially in a tragic situation, what is the recommended sequence of actions?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a benefit of conducting background research before an interview?
What is a recommended empathetic question to ask experts or victims who may be frustrated with repetitive inquiries?
When interviewing law enforcement officials, which of the basic 'W' questions often stumps them?
What is the primary function of a soundbite in a story, according to the chapter?
What is a suggested technique for interviewing young children who might otherwise give one-word answers?
What is the stated purpose of some reporters conducting a pre-interview with just a notebook?
When is it considered acceptable to interview someone in front of a wall?
What are the two functions of having an interviewee pronounce and spell their name on camera at the start of an interview?
According to the text, an interview is not a conversation; what is its stated purpose?
In the anecdote about the author being interviewed, what was the problem the reporter wanted the author to state more succinctly?
After the main part of the interview is over, who else on site should you ask if they have any questions for the interviewee?
In the group interview with actor Michael Dorn, what question did the author ask that elicited a 'Soundbite' response?
What is the recommended attire for a male journalist covering a funeral?
Why does the author state that 'No one owes you an interview'?
What is the suggested tip for getting the time of an incident from a law enforcement official during an on-camera interview?
When interviewing an expert, what should the soundbite be used for, as opposed to the information you can state more efficiently yourself?
What should be avoided when selecting an interview location?
What instruction should you give the interviewee regarding where to look during the interview?
If you don't have good soundbites after a series of questions, what does the text recommend you do?
What is the reason given for why a reporter might end up using a question asked by a photographer or intern?
What is the final step recommended after an interview is complete?
When interviewing a grieving family, the text suggests that talking about the deceased often helps survivors feel better. This is compared to what common event?
According to the chapter, what is one thing you should NOT do when trying to get a soundbite?
If an interviewee is nervous and you want to slide into the on-camera part of the interview, what step can you skip at the beginning?
What subtle action can a reporter or MMJ take after getting a usable soundbite?
In addition to the interviewee, who does the text say a reporter should introduce at the beginning of an interaction?
The text mentions three benefits of preparing for an interview. How many benefits are listed?
What piece of advice is given regarding interviewing someone with a strange name?
The author provides an anecdote about being repeatedly asked a question by a reporter from his own station. How many times was the question asked?
What is the key difference between an interview and a conversation, as defined in the chapter?
Which of these is presented as an example of a good interview location?
What type of questions are recommended to avoid showing bias?
What is the author's reasoning for why shorts are not appropriate attire for a photographer?
When is it NOT appropriate for a reporter to wear athletic shoes, according to the text?
If an interviewee is not ready to talk, what does the text suggest leaving with them?
How does the text describe the nature of a soundbite from a law enforcement officer?
What is the risk of pre-interviewing with just a notebook before turning on the camera for soundbites?
What does the text say about making assumptions about an interviewee's age, gender, or politics?
What should you do if you hear a usable soundbite during an interview and the timecode is not easily visible?
How many people are mentioned in the anecdote about the interview with actor Michael Dorn?
What type of shoes does the author recommend for photographers because they are both 'formal enough and tough enough'?
What is the consequence of asking an interviewee to pronounce and spell their name on camera besides checking mic levels?
The text states that shoes for newsgathering should be professional and what other quality?
When trying to get a soundbite from a food bank manager about child hunger, what does the text suggest using the soundbite for?
What does the text say can happen if you knock on the door of a grieving family?
Why should you avoid asking a stupid question that an expert or victim has likely been asked a hundred times?