Category Archives: Market Research Techniques

If crowdsourcing can work in North Korea…

In the past when I’ve written about crowdsourcing, it’s typically been pointing out its flaws, not extolling its virtues. While crowdsourcing failed for Kraft’s vegemite offering iSnack 2.0 and Mountain Dew’s “Dub the Dew” contest, it proved to be a … Continue reading

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Time drags, time flies: A decade in marketing research

As we approach the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks this weekend, it seems a good time to take a few minutes to reflect not only on that tragic day but also on all the changes that have taken place … Continue reading

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Be the Keith Richards of marketing research

Last week I was listening to an archived podcast of a great interview with rock god Keith Richards, who was touting his memoir on NPR’s Fresh Air program. Host Terry Gross asked him about his approach to songwriting in the … Continue reading

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Is Kim Kardashian a market research guru?

Just the other day, Kim Kardashian appeared on the Today Show and was interviewed by Matt Lauer. She and her sisters are more than reality TV stars – they are now a full-fledged brand. In addition to their TV shows, … Continue reading

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