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Focus Groups

 

Market research is a broad term that covers many investigation techniques. We cover four areas on this site, one of which is the Focus Group.

 

What is a focus group?


Companies and organisations want to know what certain individuals think or feel about a product or service that they are offering. In particular, they are interested in consumer reaction. These individuals form a focus group. The group participants are not chosen at random but instead must meet definite criteria. The criteria is based on a number of aspects that may be relative to the product or service being marketed and include age, gender, interests and background. If you fit the demographic profile you will be asked to attend a focus group. Invitations will arrive either by e-mail or telephone.

 

What does a focus group involve?

 

The Focus Group meeting or interview is held either at a set location, in your home, via telephone or online. Groups are usually small in number and informal, and are led by a moderator. You will be briefed on the subject matter before you accept the assignment, i.e. the focus group is about mobile phones. The sessions are usually one to two hours long, during which you will chat about the item/service and be asked for views, opinions and general feedback - drinks and snacks are usually available. Focus groups are sometimes recorded but you will be informed of this and at no point will you be expected to buy anything.

 

What's the cash incentive for taking part?

 

You will be rewarded for your time and input with a cash gift incentive, which is in the region of £20.00 to £80.00 and sometimes more. Payment is usually made in cash at the end of the focus group session.

Although Focus groups can be fun and entertaining, please bear in mind that agencies will only offer its members one invitation to participate approximately every six months, so don't expect to make a lot of money from this. Unlike mystery shopping, paid survey participation and field marketing, where members are permitted to sign up with more than one agency and take part in various studies, if you've been a focus group participant during the last six months you won't be eligible to take part again, so it's pointless signing up with more than one agent at a time. However, if you're happy to make a bit of extra cash, a couple of times a year, then this might be a good option for you.

 

What do I need to get started?

You do not need any special qualifications to participate in focus group discussions but you must be a UK resident and over 18 years of age.

If you like the sound of this type of market research evaulation and would like to participate in a focus group then please make sure that the agency you choose is a registered market research company.

 

How can I take part in a focus group?

eFocus Groups How do you like the sound of getting paid to participate in online surveys, eMystery shopping and eFocus groups? If the answer is yes then you may be interested in our latest listing. A reputable market research company is now recruiting and looking for dedicated, reliable members to be a part of their growing team. As a participating member you'll be offered a variety of assignments, which you can accept or reject. Pay is via cheque once your balance reaches the £15.00 threshold. How much you are paid depends on the type of project or survey you are asked to take part in, but on a general scale it'll be between £3.50 - £5.00, and more for the Netchats. Membership is free. If you'd like more information about this excellent opportunity or to apply, please with your full name and email. You must be over 18 years of age and a UK resident to join.

Panelbase.net offer a range of survey opportunities which are mostly online. However, on occasion focus group opportunities are also offered to registered members so you may want to register your interest. Find out more here.

You can also try doing a search on gumtree.com for a current list of focus groups in your area. Simply go to their website and enter 'focus groups' in the search field for an updated list.

Finally, please do not sign-up with an agency that ask you for a registration fee - participating in focus groups and joining agents is free. For more details on scams and how to avoid them visit our 'scams' page.

 

What is it really like? Focus Group Example

 

Psst....before you go

If you like participating in market research projects you may also like

Paid Surveys and Mystery Shopping

 

 

FOCUS GROUP SUMMARY:

Advantages:

Meet new people

Get to trial new products and services

Give your opinion and make it count

High rewards given in cash

Fun and interesting

 

Disadvantages:

You can only take part in a focus group session every six months or so, so don't expect to make much money from it.

 

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