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Question makeovers. Investigating misinformation. Tips for doing research and evaluation. Thoughts on self-care. It’s all here on my blog.
How to Write Great Survey Questions | Makeover for Fitness App
Another day, another review of a survey I've received in my inbox or come across in the wild.
Fighting Misinformation | 5 Questions to Ask When You Read Research
In this video, you are going to learn the 5Ws of research: Who, What, When, Where, and Why.
This will help you to better assess information you come across AND you can use this as a guide when you report a fact or make a claim
Survey Design 101 | Why I Never Ask About Satisfaction
In this video on best practices in survey design (or feedback forms, whatever you want to call it - ASKING QUESTIONS) you'll learn why I think "satisfaction" is a throwaway question and what you might ask instead.
Survey Design 101 | Get Good Actionable Feedback
Are you setting yourself up for success when you ask for feedback? I LOVE feedback. But, not all feedback is good - and by good, I don't mean positive, I mean QUALITY.
Survey Design 101 | How to Level Up Testimonials in 3 Easy Steps
In this video on best practices in survey design (or feedback forms, whatever you want to call it - ASKING QUESTIONS), you are going to learn three ways to up-level from testimonials.
Survey Design 101 | How to Simplify Language
In this video on best practices in survey design (or feedback forms, whatever you want to call it - ASKING QUESTIONS), you are going to learn about a common mistake I see when people ask questions and how to solve it.
Survey Design 101 | Avoid This Three Letter Word
In this video on best practices in survey design, you are going to learn about a common mistake I see when people ask questions and how to solve it.
Research 101 | What is Research?
I think research should be accessible, simple, and meaningful. In this video, you are going to learn what research is according to me, and why you are probably using it right now for your business or organization (even though you may not realize it!).
Data Myth Busting: Why aren’t people going to Disneyworld?
Another day, another article presenting misleading statisics.
How To Write Great Survey Questions | Makeover for Podcasting Platform
Another day, another review of a survey I've received in my inbox or come across in the wild.
The 1 Question I NEVER ask clients.
What the heck does it mean to be “satisfied”?
Accept the compliment
I’m a recovering perfectionist, so it’s rare that I think anything I’ve done is good enough to merit a compliment. I find this all a little funny because I have no problem showering people in compliments or expressing my gratitude — that feels good!
What is right-sized research?
I don’t think you need lots of money, time, people, or the university stamp of approval to do good research.
What's a sample? And, why does it matter?
What is a sample and why does it matter?
I’m a business owner. Should I be doing research?
Successful businesses collect information. They use that information to make decisions - to pivot and to grow. They do research.
How to Write Great Survey Questions | Makeover for Local Government Agency
A real-time review of a survey I received.
I’m a researcher, and I wouldn’t take “research finds” at face value.
People cherry-pick stats, misrepresent findings, or simply don’t do the requisite digging into a source. As a public, we’re presented with an attention-grabbing headline or a number completely lacking in context. We don’t get the full picture in an accessible way. That’s a major problem.
Question Makeover for a Weather Channel Pop Up
I review a survey from the Weather Channel and give it a makeover.
Behind the scenes of podcasting
I thought I’d pull back the curtain and share a bit about my podcasting process for anyone else who is interested in starting a podcast or feeling intimidated over overwhelmed by it all. I wanted to share what I do - because it is b.a.s.i.c.
Getting Dressed and Other Working From Home “Rules” I Opt Out Of
I’ve rocked the “wfh” lifestyle for the better part of a decade, so I’ll own it — I’m a bit of an expert in this space.