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SUMMARY:How to use LinkedIn Sales Navigator as a tool to get more contacts and sales leads
DESCRIPTION:Finding the right contacts and people to talk to in client businesses is a tough job. But you need to do it\, if you are to engage with them about how you can help them\, and win them as clients. \nIn this Knowledge Share webinar\, Paul Griffiths and Richard Barron share tips and tricks for using LinkedIn Sales Navigator – the contact and lead-finding tool that sits as an “add-on” to LinkedIn. Understand why LSN is such a useful tool for finding the right people\, in the right companies\, that you want to want to talk to. See how you can use LSN as a way of identifying and then starting to engage and build relationships with the people you want to target. Ask questions about how to use the tool and to search for your ideal contacts. \nPaul and Richard both use LSN in their respective businesses. They are both convinced that it is a highly effective tool in finding new contacts and sales leads. And they think it could help you too! \nPaul Griffiths  \n \nI help owners of Market Research and Insight Agencies to grow revenues by implementing proven growth strategies. \nFor more than 20 years I’ve helped grow research and insight agencies. In that time\, I’ve sold research projects\, managed clients and spoken to many Heads of Insight. I understand the challenge of growing a research business while also being a practitioner within it. \nI know what great client growth strategies look like and how to implement them in a way that is both effective and efficient. I’ve seen what works\, what doesn’t\, and how to engage with your clients and market to win work. I can help you grow your research business more effectively and more quickly. \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/paulneilgriffiths/ \nRichard Barron \n \nPassionate about uncovering hidden `truths’ driving human behaviour enabling organisations to make better decisions\, products and services that meet real needs. \nWith over 30 years of professional experience\, my core competencies lie in marketing communications\, and strategic planning\, all of which I bring to my current role at Aspect MR. My mission is to provide insightful market analysis that empowers businesses to make informed decisions. I am dedicated to fostering a culture that values data-driven strategies and innovative solutions\, ensuring that our team’s diverse perspectives lead to superior market understanding. \nAt Aspect Market Research\, I’ve been pioneering methods that enhance our understanding of consumer behavior and market trends. This has involved integrating my skills in strategy and marketing communications to lead our organization in delivering actionable insights. My tenure at Saatchi & Saatchi as a Global Planning Consultant\, managing accounts like Toyota and Abbott Pharmaceuticals\, has been instrumental in honing these abilities\, allowing us to excel in multi-country projects and global product launches. \n(1) Richard Barron | LinkedIn \n  \nNo need to pre-register – login is https://zoom.us/j/96355976193
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/how-to-use-linkedin-sales-navigator-as-a-tool-to-get-more-contacts-and-sales-leads/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: Why is France different?
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share has been generously sponsored by Norstat \n \nJoin ICG member Katherine Passerieu who’ll take us through some background information on the French market and the French consumer\, therefore outlining some key considerations when conducting qualitative market research in France. \nShe’ll talk about cultural sensitivities\, methodological considerations\, analysis and interpretation\, recruitment\, timings\, regulatory compliance. \nKatherine Passerieu \n \nA French National\, Katherine had lived and worked in the UK for over 30 years. \nBefore setting up Passerieu Consulting in 2011\, Katherine worked as a Director in international advertising and market research companies\, e.g.: \n–         forward thinking\, a boutique strategy consultancy \n–         GfK NOP – Director of Brand Strategy \n–         Censydiam UK – Managing Director \n–         CRAM International – Free lance Research Director for the French market \n–         TNS (now WPP) Director of Qualitative and International Research \n–         Landor & Associates – European Research Director \n–         Ted Bates France – Director of Research & Planning \nKatherine has used an array of methodologies online and offline for projects in all industry sectors. \nHer background is Sociology and Psychology. \nShe’s a member of the MRS\, ESOMAR\, ICG\, IoD and BACP \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-passerieu-9054426/ \n  \nLogin in here for this session (no need to pre register)\n  \n 
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-why-is-france-different/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Innovations & Trends in Research Tech for 2025
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share has been generously sponsored by Yasna. \n \nICG member Mike Stevens \, Insight Platforms\, will take us through an overview of the big themes\, emerging trends and new technologies for research\, analytics and insights. \nNo need to pre-register: Login is https://zoom.us/j/96355976193\n  \n 
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/innovations-trends-in-research-tech-for-2025/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:What about Cannabis? A deep dive into feelings and opinions of consumers from Netherlands\, Spain and Thailand. A comparison of three very distinct cannabis markets
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share has been generously sponsored by Research Clever\, a Field and tab agency helping with consumer and B2B target audiences in 130 markets. Our values focus on respondent quality\, agile communication\, one point of contact on each project\, project management expertise and commitment to our proposals backed by our guarantees. \n \n  \nIn the past decade cannabis has emerged from being considered a narcotic into the mainstream with applications from skin cream to food & beverages\, vaping products and even medical cannabis for pets. Its growth has been exponential\, and the global legal cannabis market is projected to reach from US$58[1] to US$82 billion[2] in the next 3 to 4 years. This exponential growth brings with it opportunities for market researchers and strategists\, with consultancies specifically focused on cannabis and many major brands exploring new market opportunities. \nThis study is a truly intercultural exploration of the cultural differences between three countries: Netherlands\, Spain and Thailand\, with deep dives on how consumers get informed about cannabis rules and regulations\, and their knowledge\, feelings and opinions about cannabis. The differing phases of cannabis adoption in the three markets\, with very distinct policies\, rules and regulations\, offers three different perspectives on the current state of consumer attitudes towards cannabis and its regulation. \nThe study consists of store observations\, interviews and a short quantitative validation for all three markets. Also\, in addition to the focus on the three countries\, desk research will cover the global market as well the opportunities being created for market research professionals across the globe. \n[1] BDSA\, June 2024 https://bdsa.com/press-release/bdsa-forecasts-global-legal-cannabis-sales-to-hit-58-billion-in-2028/ \n2 Markets and Markets February 2024 https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/cannabis-market-201768301.html\, \n++++++++++++ \nAbout the research team: \n \nHenrique Savelsberg (https://theicg.co.uk/member/henrique-savelsberg/)  is Dutch native with close to 25 years experience in developing/managing international market research studies\, recently also more UX research studies. Henrique moderates mainly in Dutch and English language\, provides qualitative and strategic market research  across the globe with particular focus on Europe and (SE) Asia. Henrique offers B2B and B2C research with sector experience specifically in air travel/tourism\, F&B/Foodservice\, FMCG\, technology\, financial services and Industrial/B2B strategic market research. His local Thai research partner conducted the Thai interviews for this study. \n  \n \nOriginally from the US\, Brian Loeb (https://theicg.co.uk/member/brian-loeb/)  has lived in Spain for nearly 25 years and is bilingual in Spanish and English. He has over 25 years of experience in Strategy\, Marketing and Market Research\, and conducts both qualitative and quantitative market and UX research on a freelance basis across the English and Spanish-speaking worlds\, with a particular focus on CPG (FMCG)\, Tech and Telco\, and Financial Services. \n  \n  \n  \nLog in here to join the session (no need to pre register)\n 
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/what-about-cannabis-a-deep-dive-into-feelings-and-opinions-of-consumers-from-netherlands-spain-and-thailand-a-comparison-of-three-very-distinct-cannabis-markets/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: Using Microsoft Teams Interpretation for Qualitative Research
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share is generously sponsored by Yasna.ai\, a platform for conversational research through automated interviewing. \n \n  \nThe session will be led by ICG member Iris Griffiths\, Across Research. \n \nJoin us for a practical session on how to use the interpretation feature in Microsoft Teams during online qualitative research interviews and focus groups. This quick session is designed specifically for qualitative researchers and will cover how to set up and utilize the Teams integrated interpretation function. The session will cover best practices and tips for configuring language settings\, setting up the interpretation channel and managing interpreters during interviews and focus groups. \n Iris Griffiths \n \nIris Griffiths is a seasoned professional with a dual focus on international qualitative research and conference interpreting . As a conference interpreter\, Iris brings a wealth of experience in facilitating real-time communication across languages during industry events\, conferences\, business\, and diplomatic meetings.  Working in the combined fields of language and market research\, Iris leverages her linguistics skills by offering interpreting services tailored for the market research industry via the Across Lingo (www.acrosslingo.com) platform. \nCombining her expertise in qualitative research with her interpreting skills\, Iris Griffiths offers a unique value proposition\, enhancing cross-cultural communication and providing deep insights that drive strategic decision-making in the market research industry. \nJOIN THIS KNOWLEDGE SHARE HERE (NO NEED TO PRE REGISTER)
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-using-microsoft-teams-interpretation-for-qualitative-research/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: Applied Colour Psychology for Brands and Comms
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share has been sponsored by Perspective Research Services who specialise in data collection solutions involving qualitative\, F2F\, CATI and online approaches – domestically in the UK and Internationally – consumers and B2B. Please feel free to contact Jade On \, Commercial Director for any questions or RFQs \n \n  \nColour is a key element of brand and personal communication. In this session Maria will introduce applied colour psychology and look at how the universal psychology of colours and colour harmony from the Colour Affects System is used to identify the best colours and combination to communicate a personality. The colour palette can then be applied across all elements of the communications mix to give a clear message in keeping with the brand personality. This system can also identify what is off in a colour scheme and suggest improvements. \nMaria Boyle \n \nMaria first started working in advertising agencies and media independents as a media planner working in UK and Asia while based in Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur. In 2001 she moved into qualitative research and became a freelance consultant in 2007. Also in 2007 Maria studied and graduated in the Colour Affects System\, and further trained to become a Colour Affects teacher. Earlier this year Maria completed the CPD accredited course ‘How To Do Semiotics In Seven Weeks’ which is a perfect fit to applied colour psychology. In her free time Maria is an artist where colour of course plays an important role in her work. \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-boyle/ \nhttps://www.mariaboylecolour.com/ \n \nRegister for this session here
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-applied-colour-psychology-for-brands-and-comms/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: Roundtable Discussion about AI and Qual
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share has been generously sponsored by Qualzy\, known for their Researcher First AI that thoughtfully supports researchers without replacing the human touch. \n \nFollowing on from our members’ e-group discussion\, we’d like to invite all ICG members to a roundtable discussion about your experiences\,  hopes\, fears\, frustrations and knowledge gaps when using AI in your qual work. \nCome and hear others’ experiences and learn from each other. \nNO NEED TO PRE-REGISTER – LOGIN IS\nhttps://zoom.us/j/96355976193
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-roundtable-discussion-about-ai-and-qual/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240702T160000
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: Teach Your Clients To Give Better Briefs - It's Worth It
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share has been sponsored by Perspective Research Services who specialise in data collection solutions involving qualitative\, F2F\, CATI and online approaches – domestically in the UK and Internationally – consumers and B2B. Please feel free to contact Jade On \, Commercial Director for any questions or RFQs \n \n  \nWe welcome ICG member Alex Blondin’s colleagues\, Dan Hyde from Everything is User Experience\, and Victoria Peel from Literal Humans\, to run this session for us. \n  \nThe brief is usually the first stage of engagement in a client project\, and it’s often the part that’s given the least consideration. That’s usually because it’s boring. \nWhile the client’s imagination is trained on their goal or visualising the end product\, the first—boring—step to articulate what they want and why they want it is easy to rush or neglect. \nIn reality\, we should think of the brief as the most important step in a collaborative process—one that’s as important for user research as it is for developing campaign creatives.\nFrom another perspective\, the brief is the first phase of research. It’s where you begin to map out goals\, desires\, hopes\, stakeholders\, and importantly\, the resources that will be available to make it all happen. \nWe co-produced a whitepaper because we saw value in helping our clients understand how they can do better and get more ‘bang for their buck’ out of their suppliers. It’s part of a strategy to get clients thinking in a structured manner before we begin our work\, so that we can work more efficiently and be more valuable partners. \nHow do we know this works? Because it’s an approach we use in projects when we collaborate as agency partners serving a common client. \nDan Hyde \n \nDan Hyde is co-founder of UX strategy and user research agency Everything is User Experience. A veteran of publishing and agency life\, he now uses UX strategy to support clients in everything from website development and content strategy to supply chain support systems design for major house builders.\nwww.everythingisuserexperience.com \n \nVictoria Peel \n \nVictoria Peel Yates is a Content Strategist and Senior Writer at Literal Humans. After a brief career in humanitarian aid\, she joined the world of SEO in 2019\, and now helps clients in the tech-for-good and nonprofit spaces grow with strategic\, human-centred content.\nwww.literalhumans.com \n \nJoin this Knowledge Share here. No need to pre-register
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-teach-your-clients-to-give-better-briefs-its-worth-it/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share – Writing A Business Book – Are You Asking For Trouble?
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share is sponsored by Perspective Research Services. \n\n\n\n \nCome and hear ICG member Jon Cohen\,  Kindling Strategy\, talk about writing a book. \nBased on Jon’s personal experience of writing and self-publishing a business book\, the talk will include an overview of the challenges and benefits of writing a business book as well as advice on writing\, producing and self-publishing a book. \nThey’ll be plenty of chance to ask questions. \nJon is a qual researcher and long-standing member of the ICG. \nJon published ‘Asking For Trouble: Understanding what people think when you can’t trust what they say’ in 2021. It was short-listed for business book of the year 2022. \nNO NEED TO PRE REGISTER – JOIN US HERE https://zoom.us/j/96355976193
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-writing-a-business-book/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: running groups online to maximum effect – the do’s\, don’ts\, benefits\, drawbacks
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share is sponsored by Perspective Research Services \n \nBy this point post pandemic we’ve got a real understanding of how to make the most of online platforms for group discussions. Let’s share our knowledge! \nThe session will be led by Kath Rhodes – she’ll kickstart the conversation focusing on set up for success\, recording\, group dynamics\, making the most of the tools available. \nAll involved in online groups – recruiters\, moderators and observers – are more than welcome to share your top tips and pick up some new ideas along the way too. \nLOGIN FOR THIS SESSION IS https://zoom.us/j/96355976193 \nNO NEED TO PRE-REGISTER FOR THIS
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-running-groups-online-to-maximum-effect-the-dos-donts-benefits-drawbacks/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Three things you can do today to start sourcing new project briefs from beyond your network
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share has been generously sponsored by Qualzy \n \nGrowing your own business is tough\, especially if you are also the person that delivers everything you sell. Designing and delivering projects and being responsible for winning work from new clients can be a challenge. \nIn this Knowledge Share webinar\, Paul Griffiths shares three easily used techniques and approaches that will help you more effectively start conversations and source new project opportunities from people outside of your existing network. And in a way that doesn’t take up lots of time and resource. \nThese business development activities are all things that Paul does for his own growth consultancy (he’s a one-man band himself) and are also techniques and approaches that he uses to help his clients (small and micro research and insight agencies) to grow. \nPaul Griffiths \n \nI help owners of Market Research and Insight Agencies to grow revenues by implementing proven growth strategies. \nFor more than 20 years I’ve helped grow research and insight agencies. In that time\, I’ve sold research projects\, managed clients and spoken to many Heads of Insight. I understand the challenge of growing a research business while also being a practitioner within it. \nI know what great client growth strategies look like and how to implement them in a way that is both effective and efficient. I’ve seen what works\, what doesn’t\, and how to engage with your clients and market to win work. I can help you grow your research business more effectively and more quickly. \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/paulneilgriffiths/ \n \nHome \n \n  \nJoin this session here 
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/three-things-you-can-do-today-to-start-sourcing-new-project-briefs-from-beyond-your-network/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: How to get the most out of the ICG Buddy Scheme with Buzz (Alan Bowman) and Woody (Andrew Smith)
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe ICG’s Buddy Scheme began during the Pandemic (2020) and has attracted 135 ICG members to date\, several of whom return for a new buddy again and again. \nAlan Bowman (The Buzzz) and Andrew Smith (Insight Advantage) are full-on Buddy Schemers. They’ve both  signed up to all opportunities (a grand total of 11 different buddies each) and have learned a lot along the way about what makes a successful buddy-ing relationship. \nCome and join them at this Knowledge Share to hear more. Even if you haven’t (yet!) joined the scheme\, you’re bound to learn something about networking and human connections anyway…. \n(With special thanks to ICG member (and Co-Chair) Kath Rhodes for initiating the Buddy Scheme). \nAlan Bowman \n \nFounder of The Buzzz which turns 21 in March 2024! Shamelessly a #SecondAdolescent and research leader for the Gen X and Boomer generations. \nAndrew Smith \n \nFounder and Lead Research @ Insight Advantage. Working across both B2C/B2B\, the business delivers quantitative & qualitative research\, whilst ensuring that clients are also maximising insights from existing data sources. \nNo need to pre-register for this. Login is here \nZoom meeting ID is 963 5597 6193 \n 
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-buddy-scheme/
LOCATION:Zoom meeting room number 963 5597 6193
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: Getting Mini-Consumers with Maximum Opinions: Best Practices in Moderating with Kids & Teens
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share has been generously sponsored by Qualzy\, helping you leverage your purpose-built platform to win clients and conduct projects more efficiently through the power of AI. \n \nAny one who knows a child knows that they are all unique with their own opinions. Not just mini consumers\, kids and teens offer a great deal of opportunity for so many to learn about everything from toys and medicine to food and transportation. \nSeasoned kid/teen research experts: Nicki Karet of UK’s Sherbert Research and Pam Goldfarb Liss of USA’s LitBrains-Igniting Ideas! will present some tricks of the trade in moderating with kids and teens for either online or IRL (in real life/in person)\, as well as offer their hard-earned ideals on creating age-appropriate approaches to ensure productive sessions where one can both have fun and uncover important learning objectives. \nPam Goldfarb Liss \n \nPam is president/Big Brain at LitBrains – Igniting Ideas!\, Inc. in the USA. With more than 25 years of experience in moderating with kids\, teens and families on everything from inclusion\, depression\, allergies and diabetes to soda pop and macaroni and cheese; Pam loves their never-know-what’s-coming-next insights that come from this amazingly frank demographic. Pam works with many global giant consumer brands including Philips Avent\, Bayer\, Burger King\, Coca Cola\, General Mills\, Nickelodeon/Paramount\, Samsung and so many others. Pam is an avid presenter and teacher who loves to provide the industry with kid-ified know how. After having written the text book and taught ‘Moderating with Kids and Teens’ at RIVA Market Research Institute in Washington DC for more than a decade\, Pam has recently started an online learning center called Mission Kid Possible powered by litbrains.com with live and on-demand courses on tools and techniques for moderating with kids and teens— it can be found at www.litbrains.com. She currently lives with her husband and Gen Z/Alpha cusper teen daughter in Minneapolis\, Minnesota — a Midwestern city in the United States that is very cold. \n Nicki Karet  \n \nNicki is the founder and managing director of Sherbert Research in the UK. With more than 25 years of experience working with kids\, teens and families; Nicki is passionate about working with kids\, tweens\, teens\, mums and dads\, mums-to-be\, mums and toddlers\, grandparents\, teachers\, special needs coo-ordinators\, youth workers\, kids experts\, the list goes on. Nicki has been a part of many big brand marketing campaigns all around the world. She has a keen knowledge of kids and their unique views with a wonderful talent of getting them to not just answer but connect with the research. Nicki presents on moderating with kids\, teens and families at many global events. Nicki currently lives in London\, UK with her husband and two Gen Z children. \n https://theicg.co.uk/member/pamlitbrains-com/ \nwww.litbrains.com    \nhttps://www.sherbertresearch.com/ \nhttps://theicg.co.uk/member/nicki-karet/ \n  \n  \n  \nLOGIN FOR THIS KNOWLEDGE SHARE\nNo need to pre-register for it. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-getting-mini-consumers-with-maximum-opinions-best-practices-in-moderating-with-kids-teens/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: Turbo-charge your dry January
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share has been generously sponsored by Qualzy\, helping you leverage your purpose-built platform to win clients and conduct projects more efficiently through the power of AI. \n \nIn this Knowledge Share\, ICG member Alison Lyon will take us through her personal journey to sobriety\, her top tips for successfully giving up alcohol\, and some overall methods for keeping you grounded and calm when facing challenging situations. \n \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/counterpointuk/ \nRegister for this session here: Zoom will then send you your login
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-turbo-charge-your-dry-january/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Insights Communities* But Were Afraid to Ask
DESCRIPTION:ICG member Nathalie Kantorowicz\, The Marketing Labs\, will take us through the key aspects of running successful online communities; \n\nThe rules of engagement\nGirls just want to have fun\nBring it to life.\n\nNathalie Kantorowicz \n \nA French native and bilingual English-French insights and marketing professional\, Nathalie has worked for 30 years across 5 countries in insights\, research and marketing. \nNathalie founded The marketing-labs in Nov 2011 on the back of a proprietary insights community\, and has since added international research services with a focus on qual research in France. Nathalie also maintains since 2012 a core community of tech enthusiasts France & UK\, and produces regular updates on the state of consumer relationship with tech\, and lifestyle and society trends. \nREGISTER TO JOIN THIS FREE SESSION HERE. ONCE REGISTERED YOU’LL BE SENT YOUR LOGIN DETAILS\n  \nnkantorowicz@mkglabs.com \nhttps://www.the-marketing-labs.com/ \n  \n 
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-everything-you-always-wanted-to-know-about-insights-communities-but-were-afraid-to-ask/
LOCATION:Zoom – Registration link above
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: Demystifying UX Research
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share is generously sponsored by Opinion Hub \, Research Rooms\, Sensory Lab\, Data Collection and Fieldwork\, based in London with Nationwide coverage \n \nAs a seasoned UX Researcher\, Deborah Simmons is often asked about the overlap between UXR and MR. Are they really all that different\, or just the same competency within a different skin? During this session\, Deborah will offer insight into what differentiates UX Research from traditional MR\, and how to adapt your skills to fit within the UX landscape. It will be a discursive session with plenty of time for questions.   \nSo\, if you’re considering transitioning into UXR – or you just want to find out a bit more about it\, then this taster session is for you.  \nDeborah Simmons \n \nIn 2013\, following a number of years building her skills and experience in small method-neutral insight consultancies\, Deborah set up Camino Insight. Her first freelance role was also her first foray into UX Research. Without any UX training the learning curve was steep and Deborah found herself navigating through the jungle of digital product development with little support to fall back on. As well as full-service projects\, she now takes on Lead User Researcher roles for global brands such as Anglo American and Nissan\, where she specialises in helping businesses along their journey toward digital transformation.  \n \nREGISTER FOR THIS FREE KNOWLEDGE SHARE HERE 
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-demystifying-ux-research/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
ORGANIZER;CN="Lynne Chapman":MAILTO:lynne@consideredresponse.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: Making Introversion Work
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share has been generously sponsored by Opinion Hub \nThis Knowledge Share will be presented by Carol Raithatha\, Carol Raithatha Ltd.  \nIntroverts as compared to be extroverts can be defined as people who are more reflective\, prefer calm and quiet environments\, and get their energy from spending time alone. They may also be shy or reserved. This is at odds with our business environment which focuses on action\, speed\, networking\, and self-promotion. Being an introvert and a consultant can be difficult. But introverts have much to offer. \nThis Knowledge Share session will discuss a few typical ‘troubling’ type situations for introverts and suggest tips for working through those\, both from the point of view of an introverted person and from someone who is collaborating with introverts. We will finish off the session with a brief look at how tailored coaching can help introverts flourish at work. \nCarol Raithatha  \n \nCarol is the Director of Carol Raithatha Limited\, a consultancy specialising in food and drink research\, sensory evaluation\, qualitative and desk research\, and B2B approaches. In addition\, Carol Raithatha Limited offers coaching to research and related professionals. Carol is a strategic thinker with a pragmatic mindset. Carol holds an ILM Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring\, an MBA\, and is a Certified Member of the MRS and a member of the ICG and AQR. \nCarol Raithatha Limited \nwww.carolraithatha.co.uk \nREGISTER FOR THIS SESSION HERE 
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/making-introversion-work/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/2071827436
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: Do more with less - an introduction to insight synthesis
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share has been generously sponsored by Opinion Hub\n\n\n\n\nInsight budgets are under pressure. Rather than commission new projects\, our clients are being asked to do more with what they already know. In this introduction to insight synthesis\, we’ll show you how to maximise the value in your client’s existing research. \nWe’ll cover: \n– Why you should synthesise your insight \n– Four simple steps to follow \n– Tools and techniques to help \n– And pitfalls to avoid \nDan Young \n \nDan set up Shed Research to help organisations make more of their existing research. In the past year\, he’s been doing this for HSBC UK\, Cancer Research UK\, General Mills\, Guide Dogs\, and BSH Group (the people behind Bosch and Siemens). In 2020\, Dan was fortunate enough to win the ICG/MRS Independent Consultant Award. He’s a frequent speaker on the topic of insight synthesis and regularly trains insight teams how to make more of their existing insight. \nShed Research Consulting \n+44 (0)7980 988 762 \n \n  \nREGISTER FOR THIS SESSION HERE 
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-do-more-with-less-an-introduction-to-insight-synthesis/
LOCATION:ICG Zoom Room: https://zoom.us/s/2071827436?pwd=ZXh6ZmFtSk9mcU84aG5qUkNMR2dwdz09
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: Mystery Shopping - What? Why? How?
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share session has been generously sponsored by E-Tabs\, bringing cutting edge automated charting for your projects in PowerPoint & Google Slides \n \n  \nJoin us at this Knowledge Share\, presented by Carole Arvanitis\, Newlann Mystery Shopping \n \nWhat will be covered? \n\nWhat is mystery shopping?\nWhat it gives you.\nWhen and why people buy it.\nHow you do it\n\nAbout Carole \n \nAfter many years with GfK Mystery Shopping\, I set up on my own in 2014 and launched Newlann.  With only three of us\, we are much smaller than most mystery shopping companies.  What we try to offer is an in-depth service really thinking about what needs to be evaluated and how the results can be used to make improvements. We tend to work on fairly small projects\, often quite complex and challenging ones.  We have our own bespoke IT platform and a panel of about 8\,000 shoppers across the country. \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/carolearvanitis-newlannmysteryshopping/ \nREGISTER FOR THIS KNOWLEDGE SHARE HERE 
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-mystery-shopping-what-why-how/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/2071827436
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: Shopper Research
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share session has been generously sponsored by E-Tabs\, bringing cutting edge automated charting for your projects in PowerPoint & Google Slides \nThis session is designed to give a flavour of what shopper research is all about for those fairly new to the topic\, who may be asked to consider this approach by their clients.  There are always new things to learn\, changes in consumer behaviour\, and a myriad of products on offer\, so more experienced researchers are welcome to join\, but it will be kept at a fairly introductory level given the short amount of time.  It will briefly cover different approaches and their merits\, eye-tracking and a few practical hints and tips that may be helpful in field.  It would be lovely to pass on some insights that may save another poor soul from freezing in the chiller aisle or getting footsore as they run back and forth in a massive Tesco!  So do join this session if it sounds like you may find it useful. \nNanda Marchant \n \nNanda is a qualitative consultant with a long track record.  Beginning her research career at a full service London agency\, she went on to head up customer satisfaction studies at Barclaycard and then marketing roles at Barclays\, before taking the plunge as a freelancer 20 years ago.  Though specialising in finance early on\, as many consultants will testify\, they can apply their expertise to many different topics.  So\, in recent years she has also built a wealth of knowledge in shopper research\, having haunted many a biscuit aisle and bustling bread counter to bring brands an insight into how their customers think\, browse and purchase. \nwww.addedinsight.co.uk \n \n  \nREGISTER FOR THIS SESSION HERE 
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-shopper-research/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: Desk Research Uncovered - practical tips for market research professionals
DESCRIPTION:This session has been sponsored by E-tabs\, bringing cutting edge automated charting for your projects in PowerPoint & Google Slides \n \nIn this session\, ICG member Fiona Silver\, Silver Research Services\,  talks to us about Desk Research. \n \nSpecifically\, she’ll cover: \n\nDesk research – The Basics. What it is and when and why you should use it\n13 top tips to help you undertake desk research\nDesk research and AI – ideas on how AI can facilitate the process\n\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/fionasilver/ \n  \n \nFiona Silver \n \n  \n\nREGISTER FOR THIS FREE SESSION HERE 
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-desk-research/
LOCATION:Online – GoToWebinar
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: Understanding more about Linktree
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share has been generously sponsored by E-Tabs\, bringing cutting edge automated charting for your projects in PowerPoint & Google Slides\n\n \nThis Knowledge Share will be presented by ICG member Alexander Tan\, AT Research. \nWe all need to market our businesses\, right? \nIn this knowledge share Alex  will talk about his experience of using websites and other tools for promoting his business. \nRecently there has been much talk of using sites such as Linktree as either an alternative to a traditional website\, or alongside one when social media\, or short talks\, might benefit from a single ‘all on a page’ set of links. \nAlex will talk about using Linktree for the first time\, some of its features (as a free subscriber and a paid-subscriber)\, and how it might apply to a small business. Please note that he is not promoting them or sponsored by them 😉. \nHe hopes that the session will open up a discussion about how Linktree compares to its competitors and what we can learn from this market overall. \n. \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/atresearch21/ \nREGISTER FOR THIS FREE KNOWLEDGE SHARE\n 
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-linktree/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: How to create highly visual and engaging research outputs
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge Share has been generously sponsored by E-Tabs\, bringing cutting edge automated charting for your projects in PowerPoint & Google Slides \n \nThis Knowledge Share will be presented by ICG member Barry Clark\, Related Stories.  \nThere is a growing client requirement for “highly visual and engaging” outputs to research projects.  Related Stories addresses this need through a combination of photography\, ethnography and interviews.  In this session\, Barry will discuss his approach and his motivations. \nRelated Stories \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-clark-28035314/ \nREGISTER FOR THIS FREE KNOWLEDGE SHARE HERE
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-how-to-create-highly-visual-and-engaging-research-outputs/
LOCATION:Online – GoToWebinar
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Share: Thriving in the health and wellness industry: Key trends and success stories
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nThis Knowledge Share has been generously sponsored by E-Tabs\, bringing cutting edge automated charting for your projects in PowerPoint & Google Slides \n \nWelcoming ICG member Abbey Teunis\, Embark Insight Ltd for this Knowledge Share: Thriving in the health and wellness industry: Key trends and success stories \nIn the session\, Abbey will cover: \n\nImpact of events in 2022 on the industry trends\nDiscussion on how the health and wellness industry may be more resilient in a recession than others\nKey trends to focus on in 2023\, including social responsibility\, holistic approaches\, personalised products and services\, and increased accessibility through e-commerce\nReal-world case studies from successful brands to illustrate the trends\nEmphasis on responsible marketing practices in light of the cost of living crisis\nStrategies and insights for health and wellness businesses to implement in their operations.\n\nAbbey Teunis  \n \nAbbey Teunis is the Founder\, Director and Lead Researcher at consumer insight agency\, Embark Insight. Driven by the core belief that no human truth should ever be ignored\, Abbey is on a mission to provide companies with real insights that reflect the real experiences of the customer\, providing tangible and actionable opportunities for brand growth. \n“Obsessed” with human behaviour and deeply curious\, Abbey is a passionate advocate that the truth is human. As such\, Abbey coined hybrid research-strategy model ‘The Truth is Human Method’\, which is a culmination of more than 15 years of Director level industry experience and learnings. Born from the knowledge that companies\, customers and individuals thrive when the customer is truly heard\, this method ensures there’s no room for bias\, misinterpretation\, errors in memory or cliched responses in order to deliver a strategy that delivers lasting value. \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/abbeyteunis/ \n  \nREGISTER FOR THIS SESSION HERE\nA recording of the presentation will be available afterwards \n \n 
URL:https://theicg.co.uk/event/knowledge-share-health-wellness/
LOCATION:Online – GoToWebinar
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Share
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lynne Chapman":MAILTO:lynne@consideredresponse.co.uk
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