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ICG Membership Criteria – A Reminder
As you know, the purpose of the ICG is to support independents and micro businesses working in or around insight. To make sure we can do this, and provide a fair, level playing field for all members, we have rules around the size and set-up of the businesses members...
Your Toaster Has Feelings Too: How East Asian Animism Is Reshaping Western Consumer Culture
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Upskill: Strengthening the mindset muscles that help you thrive
Article by ICG member Lara Meyer As independent researchers, we wear many hats in addition to researcher! Often we are also project lead, strategist, salesperson, finance director, marketing manager and more. And while technical skills matter, what really sustains...
ICG Membership Eligibility Criteria
As you know, the purpose of the ICG is to support independents and micro businesses working in or around insight. To make sure we can do this, and provide a fair, level playing field for all members, we have rules around the size and set-up of the businesses members...