interview

Guide users through a one-question-at-a-time interview loop to produce a concise brief.

1|Updated Apr 1, 2026

Search Tags:#collaboration #interview #thinking-partner #brief-generation #topic-anchor #question-loop #cortex-core

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npx skills add https://github.com/charleshall888/cortex-command --skill interview-charleshall888

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: interview
Source: https://github.com/charleshall888/cortex-command/tree/main/plugins/cortex-core/skills/interview
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/charleshall888/cortex-command --skill interview-charleshall888

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Facilitates structured thinking by providing a guided thinking-partner interview loop that helps users reason through a topic and produce a concise brief.

Core Features & Use Cases

Cadenced, one-question-at-a-time interview flow that adapts to each answer.
Topic anchoring and reflection to surface insights, assumptions, and next steps.
Suitable for brainstorming, problem framing, and decision-support across teams and projects.

Quick Start

Begin by anchoring on a topic and follow the one-at-a-time interview loop to generate questions, collect answers, and produce a concise brief.

Frequently Asked Questions about interview

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

What is a structured thinking-partner interview loop and how does it work?▼

A structured thinking-partner interview loop guides users through brainstorming and decision-making by asking one question at a time, reflecting on answers, and culminating in a concise brief.

How do I use a one-question-at-a-time interview to brainstorm a topic?▼

Anchor on a topic, then follow the one-question-at-a-time cadence to generate questions, collect answers, surface insights, and produce a focused brief.

Can I use a guided interview loop for decision-making across research projects?▼

Yes, the guided interview loop supports decision-making and topic exploration across research, learning, and project contexts by framing problems and surfacing next steps.

What's the best way to generate a concise brief from topic exploration?▼

Conduct a structured thinking-partner interview that anchors on your topic, loops through reflective questions, and culminates in a concise brief summarizing your insights.

Does the interview flow adapt to each answer I provide during the loop?▼

Yes, the cadenced interview flow adapts to each answer, reflecting on responses to surface assumptions and insights before proceeding to the next question.

When should I avoid using a structured interview loop for problem framing?▼

Avoid this structured interview loop when you need immediate direct answers rather than reflective reasoning, or when your context requires multi-question surveys instead of one-at-a-time dialogue.