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Book Reviews
The Scout Mindset: Why Some People See Things Clearly and Others Don’t by Julia Galef
Book Reviewer Melanie B. Brewer says that Julia Galef’s book, The Scout Mindset: Why Some People See Things Clearly and Others Don’t, makes a strong case that we are hardwired to defend our opinions and stick to our beliefs—and shows how to develop the best possible map of reality. […]
Quant Lens
Idea Screening in New Product Development
Quant expert Robert Walker explains how qualitative researchers can expand their role in new product development by offering idea screening to their clients. Using a proven set of evaluative and diagnostic measures, researchers can identify the best candidates to take into the next step of any new product development process, adding value to their clients in new ways. […]
Book Reviews
Asking for Trouble: Understanding What People Think When You Can’t Trust What They Say by Jon Cohen, Wonder Wheel Publishing 2021
Reviewer Oana Popa Rengle explains why this is a must-read book for anyone involved in market research. She explores author Jon Cohen’s thesis of why asking people what they think is not always helpful because what people say may not a true reflection of what they feel or think. […]