The pressure to ask the 'dumb question' that the world leader is ready for can lead to revealing nothing about them.

World leaders are often exhausted by journalists and prefer to engage with good faith individuals who allow them to express themselves freely.

It's important to have confidence in your interviewing style, even if you're not an expert in the field you're hiring for.

Leadership interviews are crucial for gathering insights, as key leaders often have valuable wisdom that can inform the strategy process.

In the end, it's just you sitting down talking to a world leader; everyone can give advice, but only a few have actually done it.

When interviewing board candidates, focus on listening and clearly articulating what you need from them, rather than trying to impress each other.

When someone like Netanyahu does an interview, it's a way for him to share his perspective, which I think is a good thing. In a war, especially with Russia, it's important to understand the other side's perspective, even if you don't take it as gospel.

To avoid hazing during interviews, it's essential to maintain a friendly and supportive atmosphere, especially when candidates struggle to answer questions.

To foster creativity, it's important to oscillate between being open and playful in questioning and being skeptical and critical in evaluating responses.