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Online Qualitative Research

Hybrid Qualitative Research

Unlocking Deeper Insights: The Power of Hybrid Qualitative Research

By Consumer Behavior, Consumer Insights, Market Research, Online Qualitative Research, Qualitative Research

When people think of conducting qualitative research, they often automatically gravitate towards focus groups or in-depth interviews. While these methods are indeed powerful and widely used, they represent just a fraction of the qualitative research landscape. In such a dynamic research world, the questions we seek to answer are often complex and multifaceted. Traditional, single-method approaches can fail to capture…

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Enhancing Qualitative Research through Strategic Participant Recruitment

Enhancing Qualitative Research through Strategic Participant Recruitment

By Data Integrity, Data Quality, In-Depth Interviews, In-Person Qualitative Research, Market Research, Online Qualitative Research, Qualitative Fieldwork, Qualitative Recruitment, Quality Control, Uncategorized

The success of qualitative research hinges on the quality of data derived from a well-chosen group of participants. Given the smaller sample sizes and the detailed insights required, the selection process is crucial. At Touchstone Research, we have learned that a one-size-fits-all approach to recruitment does not work; each study demands a tailored strategy to meet its unique needs effectively….

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Keeping Kids Engaged

Keeping Kids Interested: Tips for Sustaining Child Engagement in Qualitative Research

By Child Research, Consumer Insights, Focus Groups, In-Depth Interviews, In-Person Qualitative Research, In-Person Research, Kids and Family, Kids Market Research, Moderation, Online Qualitative Research, Qualitative Recruitment, Qualitative Research, Uncategorized, Youth Market Research

  Whether parents want to admit it or not, kids have an influence over what is purchased in the household.  From snacks to clothing brands—kids have preferences, and they make their parents fully aware of those preferences which can influence household purchasing behavior.   As a result, kids play a pivotal role in the consumer marketplace, which also makes them an…

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Touchstone Research Promotes Sara Sidlowski to Senior Project Director

Touchstone Research Promotes Sara Sidlowski to Senior Project Director

By Augmented Reality, Child Research, Consumer Insights, Cultural Insights, Focus Groups, In-Depth Interviews, In-Person Qualitative Research, Kids Market Research, Market Research, Moderation, Moderator, Online Qualitative Research, Qualitative Fieldwork, Qualitative Recruitment, Qualitative Research, Reporting & Analysis, Research Analyst, Technology & Strategy, Touchstone Research, Touchstone Staff

Connecticut – July 6, 2023 – Touchstone Research announced today that Sara Sidlowski has been promoted to Senior Project Director on TSR’s Qualitative Recruitment research division. In her new role, Sara will serve as a senior leader on TSR’s qualitative and recruitment project management teams as well as continue to support TSR’s core technology, media and entertainment, and youth and…

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Building Trust with Parents: 5 Strategies for Recruiting Kids in Qualitative Research

Building Trust with Parents: 5 Strategies for Recruiting Kids in Qualitative Research

By Child Research, Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), Consumer Insights, Cultural Insights, Data Integrity, Data Privacy, Data Quality, Demographics, GDPR, In-Depth Interviews, In-Person Qualitative Research, Kids and Family, Kids Market Research, Kids Market Research, Online Qualitative Research, Qualitative Fieldwork, Qualitative Recruitment, Qualitative Research, Quality Control, Touchstone Research, Usability Research, UX, Youth Market Research

Building trust with parents is one of the most critical elements in recruiting children for qualitative research studies.  Parents play a pivotal role in guiding and supporting their children during the research process, so it is essential for recruitment agencies to build a positive rapport with parents and gain their trust.  In this article, we emphasize the importance of fostering…

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