Interviewing Head to Poe

What can a 19th-century literary master teach modern professionals about interviewing? In this thought-provoking webinar, participants will explore how The Purloined Letter by Edgar Allan Poe anticipated key principles of non-verbal communication and behavioral perception long before they were formally studied in psychology and behavioral science.

Designed for professionals who rely on effective interviewing—including investigators, HR practitioners, counselors, compliance professionals, and intelligence analysts—this session examines how attention, perception, and behavioral “normalcy” influence what interviewers notice, overlook, or misinterpret. Through the lens of Poe’s narrative, attendees will gain practical insights into reading interpersonal dynamics, recognizing concealed information in plain sight, and improving observational awareness in high-stakes conversations.