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1. An analytical mind
“You have to be able to see the bigger picture as well as the detail. People often find it easier to do one or the other- it is a skilled researcher that can do both simultaneously”
2. A people person
“This is important for clients –buyers of research would rather work with professional and friendly consultants. Also for respondents – to get the best out of interview / focus group participants”
3.The ability to stay calm
“It can be really stressful as a researcher sometimes, especially when you have pressing deadlines or are experiencing problems with a data set, for example. When these situations occur, you just have to keep focused and think logically – there will always be an end point, even if it doesn’t feel like it!”
4. Intelligence
Research requires critical analysis but most of all common sense”
5. Curiosity
“You may have the necessary intelligence but if you are not curious enough then you won’t be passionate about delving deeper to unearth more insight”
6. Quick thinker
“Things don’t always go to plan so you need to be able to think fast”
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
“So different audiences can clearly understand the findings of the research and what it means for them”
8. Sympathetic
“Having a sympathetic ear when listening to some respondents’ moans and groans is always a good skill to have!”
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