Toolbox
Getting It Right with SEGMENTATION STUDIES: A Qualitative Guide
This article explores best practices for conducting segmentation studies, avoiding common pitfalls, and maximizing the impact of your findings. […]
Archives
Book Reviews
The Right Kind of Wrong by Amy Edmondson, Simon & Schuster, 2023
Reviewed by Jodi McGee, Chief Insights Officer Inquisitive Insights Greater Philadelphia area, Pennsylvania: jodi@inquisitiveinsights.com
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Book Reviews
Loved: How to Rethink Marketing for Tech Products
James Forr reviews, Love: How to Rethink Marketing for Tech Products by Martina Lauchengco, explaining that positioning is a long-term game, while messaging is a shorter-term one. […]
Schools of Thought
From Qual Insights to Place Branding: How a Small Northern Swedish Town Became a Hotspot for Talent Attraction
In the northern reaches of Sweden, the winter sun barely graces the sky, yet the small city of Skellefteå is attracting new residents by the thousands. With a combination of rural charm, a shift in work-life values, and the rise of green industries, Skellefteå is experiencing a population surge. Once a town struggling with depopulation, it’s now a hub for innovation, thanks to its creative “Sorry Sweden” campaign, driven by qualitative research. This transformation highlights the power of place branding and the growing importance of attracting talent to meet the demands of emerging industries. […]
Luminaries
The Sound of Silence: Using Our Research Skills for Strategic Communications and Leadership with Shoko Masuda
Zoe Billington interviews Leadership Coach Shoko Masuda on using research skills for strategic communications and leadership. […]
Global
Cultural Roots and Modern Resilience: Exploring Chinese Gen Z Consumption Trends
Sami Wong dives deep into the unique qualities shaping the purchasing habits of China’s Generation Z. Unlike their global peers, Chinese Gen Zers balance a strong sense of national pride with modern digital fluency, reshaping the landscape for brands eager to connect. […]
Podcasts
VIEWS Podcasts: Isaac Rogers
In this episode of Conversations in Depth, host Mike Carlon sits down with Isaac Rogers, the president of Sago, who takes us on a captivating journey through his career, offering a glimpse into the world of qualitative research and the vision behind one of the industry’s leading firms. […]
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QRCA Views Fall 2024
Stay informed of the latest qualitative research trends and tools with QRCA VIEWS magazine. […]
Industry Focus
Post-Pandemic—Travel and Tourism Qualitative Research Is Evolving as Travelers Seek More Control
Neal Sandin identifies the critical trends in the travel and tourism industry that are driving marketing research projects for airlines, destination hotels, local businesses, and events. The article explores the essential methods and skills qualitative researchers need to be successful in tourism and hospitality research. […]
Quant Lens
Quant Research for Quallies
New QRCA VIEWS column—Quant Lens by Robert Walker—Understanding the foundational elements of quantitative research and why Quallies should care. […]