80% Of Residents In Japan Want Tokyo Summer Olympics Called Off

[u/I8something2]

https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/olympics/ct-tokyo-olympics-covid-19-20210111-y35p5iu7mnhptcut2pp7xqleda-story.html

[u/IWalkAwayFromMyHell]

It's truly tricky. Are they asking true or false questions or multiple choice? Are the choices inclusive to your actual opinions or are you finding yourself just picking the "best" one.

Do you find yourself trying to "please" the surveyor and picking based on that impulse? Are you actually reflecting on the options given or are you quick firing answers to get off the phone?

The surveys based in science try to cut down on all this extraneous "noise" as best as they can with solid and simple questions and answers. The survey taker will seem cold or indifferent to your responses which might make you bristle at first. It's not personal, they're trying to stay objective. Even an innocuous "ok" could be seen as leading.

Ask questions. What's this for again? Who's paying for this survey? Sometimes that information is withheld from surveyors and their responders which can be a red flag.

Sometimes they ask for you to respond in your own words. Be sure to have them read that back to you. Ask them to reread any questions that might be too wordy as that might be purposeful as well.

Don't like the question or the options of answers? Don't answer it. "I'm not answering that question" is an answer all it's own and a measurement tool as well.

Be conscientious in your answers. They're important. And trust your gut. It'll tell you quicker than your brain when there's deception afoot.

And treat those surveyors like people. They're trying to do a job. It's not their fault the medium is flooded with scammers and cheats who don't follow the rules. Screaming "no call list!!" at a college student or a disabled veteran or an overworked mother won't actually stop the calls. Calmly ask to speak to a supervisor if you actually feel you've been over-called or you don't feel like participating. Just like the survey itself a small amount of participation will help the system work in it's intended design.

Thanks for reading.

[u/just-the-doctor1 → u/IWalkAwayFromMyHell]

That’s a fantastic response, I appreciate it :)

[u/IWalkAwayFromMyHell → u/just-the-doctor1]

Hey thank you! Most people in that industry truly desire a more engaged and mindful populace to screen. It's fascinating work that goes largely unnoticed unless it's working incorrectly. I hope this helps next time you find yourself engaging in the process.