Feb 3, 2014

The rise of social media has transformed market research from an expensive and time-consuming process into an instant and affordable one. Using data pulled from social networks, even inexperienced researchers can find out what the world really thinks. Here’s what to use, and how to use it: Twitter Twitter’s Advanced Search feature allows you to search all...

Jan 6, 2014

Groupon has moved from daily deals into getaways, goods and experiences. And despite several controversial episodes, the site has remained remarkably popular. What’s behind the Groupon effect? And what can marketers learn from its phenomenal growth? The Origins of Groupon Groupon is founded on the principles of cooperative purchases. In order to get the...