Should I Buy Existing Research?
Buying publicly available research reports can seem like an expedient way to get the information you’re looking for. But there are some things to be aware of.
Your research can be a powerful force for your organization, if you can just do three things with it.
In this video I share one of my favorite resources for people who are building, reviewing or interpreting survey research – a little book by Amy Pettit called “People Aren’t Robots”.
Clients sometimes avoid market research because they’re afraid it will “box them in” when it comes to decision-making. Nope. Research is a flare, not a cage.
Guess what? The research isn’t the thought leadership. It’s what you build on top of the research that demonstrates your expertise.
Have you been asked to rustle up some quick research on spec for a prospect? There’s a better way to provide valuable insights for the pitch, help your existing clients AND build your agency new business funnel.
Thought leadership research for your agency can deliver much more than just new content. Check out what you can do with a single project!