As an interviewer there are numerous techniques and styles that an interviewer can use to get the most information out of an interviewee during an interview. I was recently assigned the task of watching an interview of a person who was the victim of a robbery in which the individual stole her purse. The interview was: An overview of investigative interviews [video file]. (1998). In charge of analyzing the interview, there are a variety of components of the interview to analyze: strengths, weaknesses, and my observations or perceptions of the outcome of the interview. Strengths. The interviewer in the video had a good opening where he was able to establish rapport, making sure the witness was comfortable, asking her if she was okay to continue with the interview process, and asking if she needed medical attention . It also made her immediately understand what the intentions and structure of the interview were. During the interview the interviewer was very good at actively listening, making numerous head nods and maintaining good eye contact with the victim. He also said things like “yes,” “right,” “ok,” and so on to show that he was paying attention, while at the same time demonstrating empathy for the victim. He asked her: He did not ask any final questions, nor did he provide her with any information to follow up with her. The interviewer reflected with the victim only once, made no attempt to try to understand why the victim felt that way. He also did not go out of his way to paraphrase what the victim told him, which is a key factor in strengthening the relationship with the victim. He didn't give her time to think about a question before she answered. When she didn't respond in a time he deemed appropriate, he tried to force her to go out with a