Interviewing the Angry Subject:
De-escalation Tactics That Work
Interviewing Angry Subjects:
What Every Interviewer Should Know
“Interviewing angry subjects means facing those who explode the moment the interview begins.”
Others simmer until the pressure hits a nerve.
Either way, if you’re not prepared to handle an angry subject, your interview can spiral fast—and shut down entirely.
This course gives you the tools to defuse anger before it derails your case.
What You Will Learn
- Why anger shows up in interviews—and what it often disguises.
- The different types of anger and how each one should be handled.
- What to say—and what to avoid—when emotions start to boil.
- How to redirect rage into cooperation using tactical communication.
- The key mistakes interviewers make that escalate anger instead of diffusing it.
Why It Matters
Anger in the interview room isn’t just uncomfortable—it’s dangerous. When interviewers react poorly, angry subjects become more volatile, resistant, or even manipulative. This course shows you how to stay calm, stay safe, and stay in control—while still getting results.
Who Should Register
- Investigators and first responders who encounter hostile or combative subjects.
- Interviewers who want to stay in control when emotions escalate.
- Anyone who needs a tactical plan for de-escalating interviews while staying productive.
What happens in the interview room echoes in the courtroom.®