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5 Common Survey Design Mistakes (and how to avoid them)

Surveys are a powerful tool for gathering insights, but small missteps in their design can lead to skewed results, disengaged respondents, or even unusable data. Understanding these pitfalls—and how to avoid them—can make all the difference in ensuring a smooth...

Your free Evaluation for Funding Guide

Applying for funding can be a time-consuming and stressful task for organisations, but it is often necessary to maintain the running of daily operations. It can also inject much needed funds into your event planning budget. This handy guide will...

Using surveys for market research

Adopting a broader evaluation strategy is a simple way to uncover the general perception of your organisation. Annual market research can help you gain valuable insights that enable informed business decisions. This understanding of customer needs, market trends, and the...

Why do we recommend asking about ‘Identity’?

Identity can have many meanings, but at its core it relates to a person’s distinctive qualities or traits that make them unique. ‘Identity’ is one of the standardised questions available in the Culture Counts Evaluation Platform Question Bank. It refers...

Your free Evaluation Success Guide

Learn what makes an effective evaluation. Having the confidence to design surveys, collect and analyse data and report outcomes is essential for organisations. Evaluation can be used for an endless range of purposes, such as applying for funding, assessing the...

Creative New Zealand: Evaluation Pilot

Creative New Zealand (CNZ) partnered with Culture Counts to conduct a year-long pilot study involving the Culture Counts Evaluation Platform. This pilot engaged seven organisations funded through CNZ’s Toi Tōtara Haemata Investment Programme and took place between January and December...

How to use dimensions

One of the unique selling points of the Culture Counts Evaluation Platform is our dimension statements. We understand and have taken the time to delve into the metrics of evaluating the impact of an event on a cultural, and even...

Why is survey consistency important?

Surveys are essential tools for gathering meaningful and reliable data. Consistency plays an important role in the evaluation process, as it provides a way to analyse data on a long-term scale and make changes accordingly. It is easy to ensure...

How to distribute your survey

Choosing the correct survey distribution method is crucial if you are wanting to get the most accurate and insightful data from your evaluations. This blog post will explore these options in detail, helping you choose a distribution method that aligns...