Focus Group Discussions

Focus Group Discussions

Limelight Insights by Shugoll is a focus group company that provides custom, full-service consulting for market research, including qualitative research. We are experts in a variety of qualitative methodologies, including focus groups and in-depth interviews. All of our focus group discussions are facilitated by a professional focus group moderator, and participants are compensated for their time. 

If you are looking for a reliable focus group company and qualitative research partner, Limelight Insights has over 50 years of experience conducting market research for a variety of companies across multiple industries. Our market research services include everything from study design and data collection, to data analysis and preparation of reports and presentations including actionable insights and recommendations.

In-Person & Online Focus Groups

Limelight Insights by Shugoll provides facilities and project management for qualitative research in the DC area and across the country. We host in-person focus group discussions at highly-rated focus group facilities in your local area, hotels or conference centers. A recruiter will tell you where and when the group discussion is taking place during the screening process to see if it’s convenient for you.

While we still conduct focus groups discussion in-person when appropriate,  most of our focus groups are now held remotely using our industry-leading online qualitative research platform, Limelight. You can participate from the comfort and convenience of your own home or office and still get paid for your opinions! 

The Limelight Platform can be used for online focus groups or one-on-one interviews. Typically, we suggest a maximum of 90-minute sessions and limit the focus group size to 6 to 8 participants. 

Moderating Focus Group Discussions

All focus group discussions are led by one of our experienced moderators, who use probing questions to encourage participants to share their opinions and experiences. Our professional moderators play an essential role in our focus group discussions. They use a variety of techniques to keep the discussion on track and ensure that all participants have a chance to voice their opinions. In addition to facilitating discussion, moderators also analyze the data collected during the focus group and prepare reports that provide valuable insights to the company commissioning the market research study. Ultimately, a successful focus group discussion will yield valuable data that can help to inform decision-making.

To be successful, focus group discussions need to be….

  • Well organized and carefully moderated: The moderator must have a clear understanding of the objectives of the research study, and be able to keep the discussion on track. The moderator should also remain unbiased.
  • Representative of the target audience: Focus group participants should be representative of the target audience, and they should be comfortable discussing the topic at hand.
  • Honest and open: In order to obtain all the key information, a moderator must ask the right questions at the right time while creating an environment that encourages open and honest discussion. 

How To Participate

If you’re interested in participating in a focus group discussion, Limelight Insights by Shugoll can help! Get paid to share your opinions and help shape the products and services that you use every day.

If you are looking for a qualitative research partner to help conduct your focus group discussion, Limelight Insights can help. Submit a Bid Request to get started.