Are people really feeling the pinch?

I suppose it depends what the focus groups are for, people can be very suspicious and wary if they think it’s personal information being requested.

Too much effort for people, the ‘I can’t be bothered’ syndrome strikes again.

Jaxjacky

I suppose it depends what the focus groups are for, people can be very suspicious and wary if they think it’s personal information being requested.

It’s nothing personal, just a reputable company looking for feedback on their reputation/ service.

I guess that everyone is very wary as there are so many scams around at the moment. Hope you get a response soon.

I would say that it sounds too good to be true so therefore people think it’s a scam. In my area I certainly would be very wary of such an offer. Look to your advertising!

Sago, have another look at how the opportunity is presented. With scams so rife, we're all very cautious - as Jaxjacky and lixy say. Maybe they need reassurance that they won't be targeted for marketing. Perhaps anonymity is required. Anyone on benefits would have to disclose extra income. That could be complicated with an unpredictable outcome, so maybe cash isn't as appealing as vouchers/discounts/freebies etc.

midgey

I would say that it sounds too good to be true so therefore people think it’s a scam. In my area I certainly would be very wary of such an offer. Look to your advertising!

We are a professional company, we recruit through local community hubs, churches, community cafes etc.
We have had a greater response in the more affluent areas.

I don’t think it is very well paid. I did a couple 10 years ago and was paid £50, that was worth it.

Tizliz

I don’t think it is very well paid. I did a couple 10 years ago and was paid £50, that was worth it.

£50 for 90 minutes, I think that’s pretty good.

If it was in my area I'd consider just over £30 an hour very good, and jump at the chance.

Rosie51

If it was in my area I'd consider just over £30 an hour very good, and jump at the chance.

Me too. Sitting in a warm place being paid to answer a few questions. I have done this before and it's usually quite interesting.

Yes I d jump at it too but I think people are very scared of scams and perhaps if I didn’t know you I d feel a bit cautious

Maybe the people you are targeting don’t have any dealings with the Company you represent?

I’ve done a few of these , the last one was £100 Amazon voucher for a couple of hours and you got lunch. Haven’t seen any adverts lately though .

People will think you are scammers

People who are feeling the pinch are probably working more than one job or longer hours and have little time or energy to attend this sort of time wasting meeting.

Maybe they can’t get there. Not sure what the transport is like but I know if you haven’t got a car here you are stuck.

Sago
You ask if people are really feeling the pinch.
If Oxford Street and the west end in general last Saturday are anything to go by, the answer is no. It was heaving, and people were spending, not just meandering.

Taking on additional unplanned "work" at this time of year might not be so appealing because people are busier elsewhere. For example, DH has been offered a big money job in two weeks time, but turned it down even though he could do it.
But surely people don't just adopt a "can't be bothered" attitude if they are poor and could do with the extra cash?

MerylStreep, I’m not sure Oxford Street reflects the feeling the punch people. Try Lidl or our local market

The people who are feeling the pinch where I live are the middle earners and immigrants in low paid jobs, mostly with high food prices, raised mortgage repayments and high rents. The middle earners work long hours and the immigrants work at several jobs. Neither group has time for much beyond that. Also, a well-established older retiree may not be interested in something unfamiliar.

Whitewavemark2

People who are feeling the pinch are probably working more than one job or longer hours and have little time or energy to attend this sort of time wasting meeting.

How rude!

It’s not a time wasting meeting, I cannot say too much but it’s regarding a utility that is vital!
Everyone moans about companies and organisations and this is a chance to give feedback.

Maybe I’m just not looking in the right places but I’ve never seen anything like this advertised. If I did my immediate reaction would be it’s a scam.

Presumably bank details have to be provided to receive the £50. That would be enough to put me off.

I wonder if it’s more likely to appeal to the middle classes. You need confidence to apply for this kind of thing, to ‘know’ you’ll be seen as the right kind of person