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Monthly Musings with Marilyn: The Slash Generation

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According to a recent New York Times Article “The Lives Of Millennial Career Jugglers,” today’s youth switches back and forth between different modalities of fulfillment. This new phenomenon has developed a self-proclaimed “slash” mentality; Doctor/Writer, Scientist/Baker, Researcher/Artist, etc. “While one … Continue reading

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Monthly Musings with Marilyn: Limiting work-related messaging during off-hours is both humane and efficient

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  With increasing modes of technology and growing demands in the corporate workplace, our society has failed to contain business-related matters to workdays. Whether it’s sneaking email responses under the dinner table, or texting co-workers right before you go to … Continue reading

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Monthly Musings with Marilyn: Managing Your Message – Leading with Strategic Body Language

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As a qualitative researcher I am constantly fascinated by the incredible power of subtle, nonverbal communication. Whether it’s a look, gesture, pose or facial expression, the way we communicate nonverbally can often reveal more about who we are and what … Continue reading

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Monthly Musings with Marilyn: Understanding is in the Eye of the Consumer

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Recently I stumbled upon a very interesting test in the New York Times called, “Reading the Mind in the Eyes”, where participants study 36 photographs of pairs of eyes and choose one of four adjectives that best describes the correct … Continue reading

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Monthly Musings with Marilyn: Power Lies in Context

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Today’s consumers are constantly evaluating and selecting products within an ever-changing context. Experiences ranging from c-stores to club channels, grocery and retail, to online purchases, are inextricably interwoven to the context and mindset of consumer decisions. What does this mean … Continue reading

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Monthly Musings with Marilyn: Opposites Attract – Big Data & Qualitative Research

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We’ve all heard the age-old saying that “opposites attract,” but what does that have to do with Qualitative Research and Big Data? As a professional qualitative researcher this means more to me than you might imagine. Not only do I … Continue reading

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Monthly Musings with Marilyn: Micro-Sourcing for Macro Insights

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Do you ever feel overwhelmed when you need to make a decision? It happens to all of us. Whether we’re deciding which doctor to use to receive the best care, or which toothpaste to buy at the grocery store, there … Continue reading

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Monthly Musings with Marilyn: A Little Movement Says A Lot

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In lieu of the recent election, I’ve been thinking a lot lately about body language and how even the slightest movement can reveal a world full of valuable information and meaning. From the way someone smiles to the way they … Continue reading

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Monthly Musings with Marilyn: Is it a Puzzle or a Mystery?

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In order to determine which qualitative research approach best complements your needs, you must first clearly define your market research objectives. This involves asking the question, “Are you trying to solve a puzzle or a mystery?” Malcolm Gladwell highlights the … Continue reading

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Monthly Musings with Marilyn: The Power of Presence

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If you own a dog or just love animals, then you’re probably familiar with the name Cesar Milan, aka  “The Dog Whisperer.” As host of the popular TV show, The Dog Whisperer on Nat Geo WILD, Cesar helps frustrated dog … Continue reading

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Marilyn Weiss
President and Founding Partner