On a cool evening, January 31, Dong Yuhui had the opportunity to have an in-depth conversation with Andy Lau and Ning Hao, two giants of the art world. However, as I was engrossed in ** this live broadcast, I felt an indescribable sense of embarrassment. From the layout of the scene to the way of asking questions, to the overall preparation, all of them reveal a kind of urgency and unnaturalness. Like an actor who has nowhere to place on stage, the whole interview process is full of stiffness and awkwardness.
Such a scene reminds me of some previous interviews. I found that Yu Minhong's absence was particularly evident on such occasions. Dong Yuhui, despite his youth and promisingness, appears inexperienced in this interview. So, what is it that makes Yu Minhong seem comfortable on similar occasions?
First of all, we have to mention age and experience. Yu Minhong has entered the age of knowing the destiny of heaven, while Dong Yuhui is only in his early thirties. In traditional cultures, older people often mean more experience and more respectable wisdom. In last night's interview, in the face of senior artists such as Ning Hao and Andy Lau, Dong Yuhui's youth has become his disadvantage. They may unconsciously see Dong Yuhui as a "young man", producing a subtle contempt in their mentality, which affects the depth and sincerity of the dialogue.
Moreover, Yu Minhong's rich life experience adds depth and realism to his questions. For example, when talking about family education, Yu Minhong was able to raise more specific and close-to-life questions with his own personal experience, which resonated with the guests. In contrast, Dong Yuhui's questions are a little shallow because of his lack of experience in this area.
In addition, Yu Minhong's achievements in education and career should not be underestimated. He is not only an outstanding alumnus of Peking University, but also a leader in the education and training industry. His success is not only reflected in the creation and development of New Oriental, but also in his ability to adapt to changes in education policies. His character and way of doing things, such as insisting on paying employees and refunding tuition fees in the face of difficulties, have won the respect of the community. This background makes Yu Minhong more calm when facing guests from all walks of life, and his questions are neither overly flattering nor too restrained, so as to get to the heart of the matter.
In contrast, although Dong Yuhui has a huge fan base and gorgeous language skills, there is still a big gap with Yu Minhong in terms of career achievements and social status. Nowhere is this disparity more evident than when he faces entertainment superstars like Andy Lau. In last night's interview, he overly complimented Andy Lau.
Excessive compliments and careful evasion of sensitive issues make the conversation lack depth and authenticity. In previous interviews, we can see the respect and recognition of Yu Minhong by industry heavyweights such as Liang Xiaosheng. Yu Minhong's direct and in-depth questioning makes the interviews more interesting and in-depth, while Dong Yuhui often lacks the courage to dig deep and face the problems directly.
It is this kind of respect and awe for the guests that makes Dong Yuhui particularly vulnerable without the support of Yu Minhong. With Yu Minhong's assistance, Dong Yuhui is able to control the pace of the interview more confidently, which is often lacking when hosting independently. This is also the reason why in last night's interview, Dong Yuhui, who did not have Yu Minhong, was particularly embarrassed.
In addition, Yu Minhong's experience and wisdom are not limited to the depth and breadth of questions, but also in how he guides topics and handles unexpected situations. In past interviews, we can see how Yu Minhong skillfully shifted the topic and balanced the atmosphere of the scene, making the whole interview both in-depth and relaxed. This ability is lacking in Dong Yuhui, who often appears rusty and clumsy in dealing with unexpected situations and adjusting the atmosphere of the scene.
To sum up, the reason why Yu Minhong was able to perform easily in the interview was not only because of his age and experience, but also because of his profound knowledge, rich life experience and unique personality charm. Together, these elements constitute Yu Minhong's unique hosting style, which allows him to dig deep into the inner world of the guests in the interview and resonate with the audience. And Dong Yuhui, although young and promising, needs more tempering and accumulation in order to reach the height of Yu Minhong.
In general, this interview is not only a test for Dong Yuhui, but also a profound reflection on the entire art of interviewing. How to dig deep into the topic while respecting the guests, and how to deepen the questions while maintaining a relaxed atmosphere, these are all questions that every interview host needs to face and think about. Yu Minhong's performance in this regard undoubtedly provides us with valuable reference and inspiration.