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Recruiting Tactics for Ethnographic Research

Release Date: 10/20/2023

Conversations for Research Rockstars

Designing B2B surveys can look straightforward at first glance. But in practice, business-to-business market research comes with constraints that can quietly undermine data quality, respondent experience, and the value of the results. In this episode of Conversations for Research Rockstars, we walk through some of the most common B2B survey challenges—and the practical questionnaire design strategies that help research teams avoid them. If you’ve ever struggled with expensive samples, long screeners, or unclear respondent roles, this discussion will feel very familiar. Whether you work in...

Making Research Matter: Closing the Utilization Gap

Conversations for Research Rockstars

In this Conversations episode, we tackle a familiar challenge in market research: delivering strong work—only to see it go unused. Why do well-designed studies and thoughtful analyses still fall flat with stakeholders? Often, it’s not a data problem. It’s a communication problem. Specifically, a utilization gap between what research shows and how decision-makers absorb and apply it. We explore how visual storytelling helps close that gap by anchoring research reports in a clear narrative. This isn’t about flashy charts or graphic design. It’s about combining credible proof points...

Prompt Engineering for Researchers

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Many market research, UX, and CX teams now use AI for brainstorming, writing, and various research tasks. But it’s not always easy, especially when using AI to help researchers craft surveys and discussion guides. The recurring issue isn’t effort—it’s uneven quality from ad hoc prompting. In “Prompt Engineering for Researchers,” host Kathryn Korostoff demonstrates two structured approaches that keep rigor intact while reducing rework. First, Prompt Chaining: design the deliverable step by step—structure before content—using short review loops to tune timing, probes, and flow....

Better Rules Ahead for Qual and Quant Research? Regulatory Update with Howard Feinberg

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As we plan for 2026, many CX, UX, and Market Research teams are focused on anticipating project volume, evolving method mixes, AI-enabled workflows, and resource allocation. But regulatory policy deserves attention too—with changes coming that could directly shape how we run qualitative and quantitative projects. In this episode of Conversations for Research Rockstars, Kathryn Korostoff interviewed Howard Fienberg, Senior VP Advocacy at the Insights Association, about two regulatory shifts that could impact researchers. Kathryn and Howard also discuss how these regulations could create...

Too Many Questions, Too Little Time

Conversations for Research Rockstars

Struggling with overloaded discussion guides in qualitative research? In this episode of Conversations for Research Rockstars, Kathryn Korostoff shares practical ways to handle clients, colleagues, and stakeholders who want to pack too much into a focus group or IDI guide. Learn how to: Keep discussion guides aligned with project objectives Push back—professionally—when feedback risks data quality Use strategies like pre-surveys, split guides, and online exercises to balance content Whether you’re running focus groups or in-depth interviews, these tips will help protect data quality...

Help! I Have to Write a Survey—How Do I Pick Answer Options?

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In this Conversations for Research Rockstars episode, host Kathryn Korostoff tackles one of the trickiest challenges in survey design—choosing the best possible answer options for the questions we’ve so carefully crafted. Using clear, real-world examples, she offers practical guidance on: When to use unipolar vs. bipolar scales How to choose between odd- and even-point scales—and explain your choice to stakeholders When to consider less common options like rank order or constant sum Whether we’re designing a questionnaire for market research, CX research, or UX research, this...

The Overlooked Disconnect That Derails IDI Projects

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What happens when clients feel dissatisfied after the very first in-depth interview? Often, it’s not about objectives or discussion guides—it’s about mismatched expectations on style. In this conversation, Kathryn Korostoff unpacks the difference between highly structured and semi-structured IDIs and why alignment upfront is essential for success. Learn more about Research Rockstar’s training and staffing resources for research professionals here: Conversations for Research Rockstars is produced by Research Rockstar Training & Staffing. Our 25+ Market Research eLearning...

The Researcher's Guide to Spotting Red Flags in Contracts

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Contracts may not be the most exciting part of our work as researchers—but they can make or break a project. In this Research Rockstar Conversation, Kathryn Korostoff talks with Benjamin de Seingalt, Esq., Corporate Counsel and Director of Privacy and Compliance at MarketVision Research, about the growing complexity of contracts in market research and insights work. Together, they explore: Why contracts are bigger and more detailed today How privacy regulations shape what goes into agreements Red flags researchers should watch for Four practical tips for navigating research contracts ...

The Unsexy Blocker to AI Adoption Success

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In this episode, Kathryn Korostoff, market research thought leader and founder of Research Rockstar, tackles an often-overlooked challenge in successful AI deployment: organizational structure. While AI promises efficiency and innovation in market research and customer insights, many teams are still held back—not by technology, but neglecting the value of small wins and organizational silos. Kathryn shares key insights from her conversations with Benjamin de Seingalt, Esq., Corporate Counsel and Director of Compliance and Privacy, MarketVision Research. We explore: Why research teams miss...

Jobs to be Done as a Framework for Customer Insights

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In this episode, we explore the Jobs to be Done (JTBD) framework, a model embraced by many companies, including leading CPG brands, financial services, tech companies, and more. Your host, Kathryn Korostoff, gives you a brief overview of what JTBD is and how market researchers can use it to move beyond a superficial understanding of customer needs. Whether it's for physical products or services, understanding the real motivations behind purchases and brand choices is crucial. In professional market research, we know that customer decision-making is seldom rational and often more complex than...

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When making methodology recommendations, many market researchers find ethnography desirable but intimidating. The biggest worry is often about recruiting: how do we find qualified people from the target population of interest and motivate them to participate in ethnographic research? Join Instructor Kathryn Korostoff as she shares 5 specific ways to recruit individuals or groups for ethnographic research.

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