Data Collection Method Interview Etiquettes to keep in mind while taking an interview Before the Interview Place an appointment for the interview If the person says to call later, Ensure you call at the time he/she has mentioned. Prepare questions Do your homework / research about the person you are to interview and topic of interview. Set reminders for the interview. For the Interview Dress appropriately and be clean Arrive mins early Turn off your cell phone Set aside a quiet place to speak. Keep your recorder ready and tested. During the Interview First impressions very powerful Halo effect or Devil effect Shake hand firmly, say your full name and smile find a balance between friendliness and objectivity. Maintain Eye contact re-confirm the purpose if relevant specify what will happen to the data. Listen to the full answer before preparing your next question. Cont speak slowly in a soft, yet audible tone of voice control your body language know the questions and topic ask all the questions. Avoid asking over-used and unhelpful questions. Ending the Interview Ask if the respondent would like to give further details about anything or has any questions about the research Thank the interviewee for his/her time!