Why It Matters
“Conversations without structure produce vibes. The Interview System produces documented intelligence.”
How It Works
01 — Prepare
Use the pre-interview prep template to research your subject, map your questions, and set a clear goal for the conversation.
02 — Conduct
Follow the question framework. Listen more than you talk. Record with permission.
03 — Synthesize
Within 24 hours: complete the post-interview synthesis protocol. Extract key insights, quotes, and follow-on questions.
04 — Store
Transcripts are stored in the FOURGE database. Future cohorts can reference them for related issue areas.
Tools Included
Pre-Interview Prep Sheet
Research guide, question framing, and goal-setting template.
Question Framework
Don't receive sugarcoated replies. Get real, raw, deep responses on the data that matters.
Synthesis Protocol
AI prompts to convert your findings into extracted, measurable insights.
Transcript Database
Shared knowledge base across all FOURGE cohorts.
Milestone
What You Walk Away With
A library of 5+ synthesized interview transcripts usable in your final project deliverable.