12dz Chapter 276 Interview Begins
Chapter 276 Interview Begins
On the day of the interview, Bai Xi did not prepare much.
When we arrived at Tanggu Building, many people were already prepared.
Xu Zhiwen confirmed the interview process for the eight hundredth time, while Lin Xiaoxiao hurriedly ran up with a pile of formal suits, ready to give the boss some to choose from.
In addition, Yang Ru and Lin Shang from the Bureau of Secrets, who came specifically for this purpose, had been waiting for a long time.
In addition to them, there are some more "employees" in the building today.
Bai Xi looked at the group and said with a smile, "It's quite a scene."
Xu Zhiwen had a smile on his face. His boss was being interviewed by Time Magazine. He was happier and more attentive than Bai Xi.
"Boss Bai, let me finally confirm the process with you."
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The entire interview is divided into two parts.
One of them was a language interview, which took place in the large, brightly lit conference room on the fifth floor. It had been cleared out, leaving only two comfortable sofas for discussions.
The language interview lasted two halves, each lasting one and a half hours.
Although only a small part of it was finally published, or even a refined part, the interview process was very long. There were more than twenty questions that must be asked as indicated in the process.
Not to mention that your thoughts may diverge while you are chatting.
This is also the link that is most easily "processed" in the past. Smart interviewers will use language and tone to guide the interviewers to the content they want to hear. Even if the problems are listed in the process, there is still room for maneuver.
After that, it is the photo interview, which can be understood as taking a few photos in a specific environment, and then walking out of the meeting room.
Both will appear together in the magazine.
Minel Bailey, interview with male journalist.
Although 30 years old is not too young, he is able to undertake an exclusive interview with Time magazine, which can be said to be an excellent journalist.
When he reached the fifth floor, there was still shock on his face.
He had done his homework. There had been rumors online that the level of technology at Bai Ze Tongming's headquarters was far higher than the products sold on the market.
The sources of this information are complex, some are students who have participated in the "Open Day" and some are interviewees who have been here.
But when he actually came, he realized that the online comments were still conservative...
He almost thought he had walked into the filming of the latest sequel to "Terminator".
Whether it was the mechanical dog, the guide bionic aircraft, or the voice-controlled elevator, they all made him feel like in a dream.
That point, which originally represented the attitude of "Western civilization" in examining Xia's enterprises, had disappeared when it reached the fifth floor from the first floor.
But what emerged in my heart was more excitement about this interview.
He had a hunch that this interview might not be very important, but the person he was interviewing would be very important for a long time to come.
Many great journalists have left their names in the media industry because they established a personal friendship with an important figure of the times.
So when he saw the protagonist of this interview, who was wearing a new Chinese-style long dress, had elegant manners, was reading a book to pass the time in the conference room, with only a beautiful side profile exposed, Miniel Bailey showed his brightest smile.
"Hello, Miss Bai, nice to meet you."
The accent is strange, but at least the grammar is correct, according to Xu Zhiwen, who often interviews Asian figures and has mastered the Chinese language.
Bai Xi has no preset language to use in interviews, and habitually prefers Chinese. Anyway, before the final draft is finalized, it will be sent for confirmation, and it will not be released without the other party's approval. In this regard, "Time" is relatively rigorous and is not afraid of tampering in the "translation".
"Hello, Mr. Bailey, you and your team can start with some preparations."
The interview team consists of five people, including Miner, an assistant, a lighting technician, a videographer, and a photographer.
While shaking hands, Bai Xi turned on the "Agent Alert", but did not notice anything unusual.
Xiao Rui, Lin Shang and others stood quietly in the corner, like ordinary staff members.
The conference room had been cleared to make it easier for the reporter team to deploy various equipment. They were left to get busy while Bai Xi continued to read.
Minel was putting on makeup while stealing glances at Bai Xi.
Young, beautiful, elegant...
Just like a top Hollywood star.
Oh, and the most important piece of wisdom....
This girl seems to be a masterpiece of God...
The scene is a bit deserted, but it doesn't matter...
Mature journalists will find their own way to open up the situation.
Minel unbuttoned one of the buttons of his clothes, revealing his obvious abdominal muscles.
A little interview tip that is not worth mentioning...
Asia is still a bit conservative, which affects his performance. If the interview was in Europe, he could just go shirtless.
It's not for temptation, but to divert attention and make it easier to get the truth you want.
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About half an hour later, the group was finally ready. The camera captured two sofas for discussion, with the floor-to-ceiling glass on one side of the conference room as the background.
Simple, serious, and appropriate.
"Ms. Bai, we are very glad that you accepted our interview..."
After an opening statement, Minel leaned forward slightly to adjust his angle.
In the side camera, he looked normal, but he believed that Bai Xi could see what he wanted her to see.
But unfortunately, Bai Xi's eyes did not fluctuate, and the attraction that Minel was proud of did not count.
At this moment, Bai Xi was thinking: How many pounds of perfume did this man spray on himself? The smell is almost ingrained...
Seeing his plan fail, a hint of disappointment flashed in Minel's eyes, but he still kept smiling professionally and began the formal interview.
"Ms. Bai, thank you for accepting the interview with Time. Although this is the first time we meet, I am actually a loyal fan of yours, including on Weibo and Twitter..."
In the empty conference room, under the camera lens, Bai Xi and Minel each sat on their own discussion sofa. Bai Xi was more relaxed in his posture, while Minel leaned forward slightly.
"Thank you. I've been quite active online lately."
"When I saw you, my first reaction was surprise at your youth. It's hard not to be proud of having achieved so much and attracted so much attention at such a young age. If I were to ask you to describe yourself, what words would you use?"
This is a classic opening question and the first question in the process.
Bai Xi was well prepared: "A lucky man, a young man, and a man who wants to change the world."
"It's a very simple description, but the main descriptions of you on the internet don't seem to appear."
Minel said to the information in his hand, "They describe you like this: scientific genius, mysterious female billionaire, cool girl, technology goddess... Do you think these terms are appropriate?"
Additional questions on procedural issues are not a set content, but it is also the main method that journalists can use.
Bai Xi smiled and said, "Honestly, I told my secretary a long time ago not to pay attention to positive reports praising the company and me, and there's no need to show them to me. I think what you just said was partly a compliment, and I appreciate those who like me, but it doesn't affect how I view myself."
"Can we consider this a unique modesty of Orientals? I've interviewed many Asians, and they rarely flaunt themselves."
"Humility is a trait shared by all nations. It's just rare in some places and common in others. I don't think it's a bad thing. In the English context, isn't it also a positive word?"