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Hi, I am Lampros, and I have 18 years of international experience helping Fortune 500 companies and global brands like Coca-Cola, Samsung, Toyota, and HSBC make better decisions through surveys, focus groups, and in-depth interviews. I am a US-educated market and consumer research consultant, and in my 18-year-long career, I have completed 800+ quantitative and qualitative research projects in 40+ countries. I am an expert in writing surveys, moderating focus groups and interviews in English, analyzing and synthesizing data, and writing concise reports with powerful insights and profit-driven recommendations. I worked on both the agency and client sides. I was the Global Consumer Research Manager of a multinational commissioning research projects to agencies worldwide, so I know how it feels to order a project from someone you know a few things about. I have an Expert-Vetted status on Upwork, awarded to the top 1% of freelancers. I am here to transfer the expertise I gained through my work for multinationals to start-ups and medium and small-sized companies. Here are some indicative use cases I can help with through surveys, interviews, or focus groups. Understand the Decision-Making Process of Customers or Users: • Decision-Making Journey: get a step-by-step map through surveys or interviews and gain insights into the factors influencing their choices at different stages of the purchasing process Understand How your Products Perform vs. the ones of your Competitors: • Customer Experience Research (also called Usage and Attitudes Research): understand your users’ needs, behaviors, attitudes, and why they are using your products or the ones of your competitors through surveys or interviews • Competitive Analysis: gather feedback to understand their preferences and opinions towards your company and your competitors Assess and Refine your Product or your Brand: • Customer Satisfaction - User Satisfaction: discover if your customers are satisfied or not and why • Brand Equity Research: measure and understand consumers' perceptions, associations, and brand loyalty Innovate: • New Market Opportunities Research: identify new areas for growth through surveys, focus groups, or in-depth interviews • Idea Development and Validation: develop from scratch or refine and validate innovative ideas and concepts through surveys, focus groups, or interviews • Product Innovation, Development, and Validation Research: explore and refine the product concept or MVP, features, and user experience through surveys or in-depth interviews • Product Market Fit: align a product with the needs and preferences of the target market through a survey or interviews to ensure optimal market acceptance Discover your Target Audience: • Customer Segmentation: identify distinct groups of customers (segments) through surveys, focus groups, or interviews based on demographic, behavioral, or psychographic characteristics for better targeting and more personalized marketing strategies • Persona or Target Audience Development and Validation: discover the ideal target audience for your product through surveys, focus groups, or interviews Optimize your Brand Identity: • Ad Testing, Message Testing, Logo Design, Package Design, or Name Testing and Optimization: get feedback from users or consumers on ads, messages, website copy, logos, taglines, packages, or brand names Optimize your Customers’ Shopping Experience: • Shopper Research - Purchase Experience Research: discover what customers do in online or offline stores and why Get the Optimal Price for your product or service: • Price Sensitivity and Optimization: research a target audience to discover the optimal price point and range for a product or service Hear the Voice of Your Employees: • Employee Engagement Survey: assess the satisfaction, motivation, and commitment of employees Here is a list of Tools, Services, and Methodologies I can help with in your projects: - End-to-end Focus Groups and In-Depth Interview Projects: write the questions (called Script or Discussion Guide), recruit people, moderate the sessions, and write a report with the main findings and recommendations - Focus Group Design - Write the Questions for the Focus Groups or Interviews - Write the Script or Discussion Guide - Focus Groups Moderation and In-Depth Interviews Moderation - also called Personal Interviews, Research Interviews, Market Research Interviews, One-on-One Interviews - Research Insights - Customer Insights - Data Analysis - Report Writing - Data Visualization - Presentation - Ethnographies - UX Research - Jobs to Be Done - Primary Research - End-to-end Survey Projects: write the questions, upload them on SurveyMonkey or Typeform, recruit people, analyze the results, and write a report with the main findings and recommendations - Market Survey - Survey Design - Survey Questions - Survey Data Analysis - Data Visualization Feel free to send me a message and discuss your project further.

*******Please note, I do not engage in academic dishonesty and will not participate in cheating********* Hello! I am an independent scholar who wants to help you with your academic and research projects! I coach academics and professionals through the research process, and can help with all stages of research. I have a Ph.D. in sociology and am skilled at research and writing and multi-method qualitative methods. I have experience in qualitative methods such as interviewing, focus groups, content analysis, historical analysis, visual analysis, and ethnographies. I also have basic quantitative skills such as survey design and fundamental statistical analysis. I am also an experienced college professor. I have 23 published articles in peer-reviewed formats and have recently published a peer-reviewed edited volume. I currently have a few other paper that have been accepted and are in the publication process, with many more in the pipeline. I am currently working as the editor of an edited volume about pharmaceuticals, and am also working on a solo-authored book. I am good at working under pressure, taking criticism/feedback, and being an excellent communicator. When you work with me, you get 100% original products. What can I bring to your project? *Thorough Literature Reviews/analysis *Conducting focus groups or interviews *Coding of qualitative data *Basic quantitative data analysis *Writing up research findings *Coaching through all stages of the thesis/dissertation process *Coaching through all stages of academic writing *Putting findings into polished reports or PowerPoints *Putting together syllabi and other teaching materials I have extensive graduate training in research methods and writing and look forward to using my writing skills to help you with your research project. Although my deep subject-matter expertise is in all areas of sociology (especially mental health and medical sociology), I am a versatile writer who learns quickly, and I have experience writing in a variety of disciplines and styles. I would love to be a part of your writing/research project!

Hi, I'm Seepika, a Top-Rated Plus freelancer with 7,600+ hours, 95+ clients, and an 84% repeat rate. I bring 18+ years of experience across UX & market research, bilingual translation, recruitment, and virtual assistance with a 100% Job Success Score to back it up. Clients don't just hire me once; they keep coming back because I show up prepared, communicate fast, and deliver without hand-holding. 📩 Message me today — I usually respond within a few hours. 🎯 Core Services: 🎙️ UX & Market Research Moderator Moderation of 1:1 interviews, focus groups & remote usability testing Experience in healthcare, B2B, consumer, and app-based research Support with scheduling, note-taking, summaries & backroom management 🔍 Research Participant Recruiter Sourcing & screening for qualitative & quantitative studies Experience recruiting patients, HCPs, consumers, caregivers, etc. Skilled with screeners, quotas, and pre-study communications 🌐 English–Hindi Translator & Bilingual Moderator Accurate Hindi–English translation for interviews, surveys, and transcripts Real-time interpretation during research sessions and stakeholder calls Transcription of interviews and meetings Localization for websites, apps, and marketing content 👥 HR & Talent Recruiter (Upwork, LinkedIn, Job Portals) Sourcing and screening across technical & non-technical roles Full-cycle recruitment: outreach, interviews, onboarding Specializing in freelance, remote, and startup hiring 📌 Admin & Virtual Assistant Support Email/calendar management, data entry, file formatting CRM updates in Salesforce, HubSpot, Trello, ZOHO Community management, customer inbox support & internal coordination 🤝 Client & Vendor Success Support Communicating with vendors, clients & freelancers Tracking project deliverables and timelines Supporting PMs and internal teams with updates & issue resolution 🛠️ Tools I have used: Google Suite | MS Office | Zoom | Trello | Lookback | Notion | Calendly|Salesforce | HubSpot | ZOHO | WhatsApp Business | Upwork Talent Search | LinkedIn Recruiter Best regards, Seepika

Hello, Are you looking for a very experienced Survey Designer with deep expertise in advanced logic, branching, and workflow design? Look no further, I’m MJ, a Top Rated Plus freelancer on Upwork with over 11 years of experience supporting clients in administrative operations, data management, and survey development. My 100% Job Success Score reflects a consistent track record of delivering high-quality results—on time and on point. My specialties include: • Survey design & logic implementation (Typeform, SurveyMonkey, ScoreApp, Jotform) • Administrative support using various CRM, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Dropbox • Data entry, research, and lead sourcing (including LinkedIn lead generation) Whether you’re creating a customer feedback form, a lead qualification quiz, or a highly customized, logic-driven survey, I bring both precision and creativity to craft seamless, user-friendly experiences that meet your goals. I value clear communication, dependability, and building long-term partnerships—and I’m confident I can add value to your project from day one. Let’s connect and bring your vision to life! Best regards, MJ

Most businesses lose time and money building products, entering markets, or making decisions without real data behind them. I help startups, founders, agencies, and growing businesses eliminate that guesswork. I deliver market research, competitor intelligence, consumer insights, and industry analysis that turns information into decisions your team can act on immediately. If you need to understand your market before you move, I help you move with confidence. What I deliver for clients: Market Research and Industry Analysis I research your target market from the ground up, covering market size, demand trends, growth opportunities, and key industry dynamics so you know exactly what you are entering. Competitor Research and Benchmarking I analyze your direct and indirect competitors across pricing, positioning, strengths, weaknesses, and market gaps. You will know where they are vulnerable and where you have an advantage. Consumer Behavior and Audience Research I study what your target customers actually want, how they make purchasing decisions, what drives loyalty, and what causes them to leave. This feeds directly into better products and stronger marketing. Survey Design and Data Collection I design and manage surveys that capture real customer opinion and market feedback. Every survey is built to deliver clean, usable data, not just responses. SWOT Analysis and Business Intelligence I combine competitor data, customer insights, and industry trends into clear strategic intelligence reports that support planning, pitching, and growth decisions. Trend Analysis and Opportunity Identification I identify emerging shifts in your industry before they become obvious, giving your business an early-mover advantage. Research Reports and Actionable Insights Every deliverable I produce is structured for real use. Not raw data dumps. Not generic summaries. Reports your team can read, understand, and act on the same day. Who I work with: Startups validating a business idea or market opportunity before investing Founders preparing for product launches or investor conversations Agencies supporting clients with market positioning and competitive strategy Growing businesses entering new markets or launching new products I have supported research projects across technology, ecommerce, SaaS, healthcare, hospitality, and consumer goods sectors. What clients say about my work: "Outstanding research quality. The insights helped us refine our market positioning and identify opportunities we initially missed." "Professional, organized, and detail-oriented. The competitor analysis delivered actionable recommendations we could implement immediately." "Strong communication and high-quality business intelligence. The final report exceeded expectations." If you are making a business decision that depends on understanding your market, your competitors, or your customers, send me a message. Tell me what you need and I will tell you exactly how I can help.

🥇 Expert-Vetted - Upwork's category for its Top 1% of talent. For over 20 years, I have been ranked as the top American researcher on Upwork/Elance and am a member of several Fortune 500 Private Talent Clouds on Upwork I have worked with a variety of notable clients including: - Johnson & Johnson - Microsoft - IKEA - Harvard Business School - Harvard University - Anthem (Blue Cross Blue Shield) - P&G - Medtronic - Korn Ferry - United States Navy - The University of Texas - Bloomin' Brands - Janssen Pharmaceuticals - Duke University - XPRIZE - The John Templeton Foundation - Hofstra University - Texas A&M University - The University of North Carolina - Multiple New York Times Best-Selling Authors Services include: MARKET RESEARCH: Primary and secondary sources are used to investigate markets, large and small. Discover opportunities, gather data and clarify issues for any market or industry in any location. FULL access to IBISWorld, Mintel, Euromonitor Passport and Statista. Customer surveys are also available. ACADEMIC RESEARCH: Some of the best and highest quality information comes from peer-reviewed academic sources. I dig into the depths of scientific research to find the best possible information for your needs. COMPETITIVE REVIEWS: Smart organizations know who their competitors are - I help clients understand competitor products, services, value propositions and business models through my 3-stage competitive review process. BEST PRACTICES + BENCHMARK RESEARCH: I perform rigorous research to find the procedures and processes that have proven be to superior to all others in any industry or offering. GENERAL RESEARCH: Any question, any topic, any industry. WRITING SERVICES: As an add-on to research offerings, I offer writing services such as whitepapers, formal reports, literature reviews and editing services. Publications include The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Los Angeles Times, The Journal of Black Psychology, The Journal of Computer Science & Technology, and The Journal Media Literacy Education. Additional services include: Scholarly / Literature Reviews Intensive Engine / Organic Search Coding Education, Psychology and Medical Research Economics, Finance and Political Research Undergraduate and Graduate Program Search News / Current Events Research Dissertation and Thesis Editing APA, MLA, Chicago, Turabian, Harvard and Vancouver Formatting Bibliographies Grant Search Patent, Trademark and Copyright Search Procurement Research Consulting Services