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Trends
Qualitative Researchers Are Facing More Anxiety, Fatigue, Stress, and Burnout, and the U.S. Mental Health Crisis Isn’t Helping
Americans’ mental health is in crisis, and it can’t help but affect the health of qualitative researchers. The notion of “catching” depression isn’t hyperbole, but a real danger for qualitative researchers. Stressed and depressed respondents, stressful client demands, and lack of management support can trigger stress, depression, and burnout. Author Renee Hopkins shares some helpful advice on how to care for one’s own well-being. […]
Global
Against the Odds: The Battle-Hardened Spirit of Latin Americans
Olivia Tykocki, a researcher with Latin American roots, shows Latin Americans not merely as survivors in the face of ongoing economic and political upheavals, but as masters of adaptation. Based on insightful research and first-hand experiences, Tykocki uncovers how enduring cultural values intersect with adaptive responses to shape consumer behavior and inspire innovation in the LatAm market. […]
Podcasts
Interview with Sean Campbell and Scott Swigart
Sean Campbell and Scott Swigart are the co-owners of the Oregon-based company, Cascade Insights. Together, they have built two different businesses over the past […]