75% of singles think past relationships were learning experiences: poll

75% of singles think past relationships were learning experiences: poll

Are you the anti-hero of your last relationship? A new survey suggests 70% of younger singles claim they were the reason past relationships fizzled out. A poll of 2,000 Gen-Z and millennial American singles found they also feel like the anti-hero in their current dating experience — 61% of men and 50% of women surveyed … Read more

Millennials’ ability, ambition comes into question following new polls: ‘Go out and get a job’

Millennials’ ability, ambition comes into question following new polls: ‘Go out and get a job’

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, conversations around workplace burnout and mental health are coming to the forefront. One of the groups leading the charge to bring these issues to light is millennials. But are some millennials taking matters too far? Millennials, or those born between 1981 and 1996, are coming under fire after … Read more

Foodies flock to these countries for their stellar cuisine

Foodies flock to these countries for their stellar cuisine

Three in four Americans who have traveled in the last five years went for the food (74%), according to new research. A survey of 2,000 adults found that there’s still more to see — and eat. Respondents said that if they could visit any country based on their cuisine alone, they’d go to Italy, France, … Read more

Save $46 on your next shopping trip by leaving the kids at home: poll

Save  on your next shopping trip by leaving the kids at home: poll

Next time you go shopping, try leaving the kids at home – according to new research, it might just save you money.  A new study has found two in three parents said shopping with their kids tends to be more expensive than just shopping by themselves. Solo ventures cost an average of $133; meanwhile shopping … Read more

Americans reveal what they would do with more free time: poll

Americans reveal what they would do with more free time: poll

The typical American admits they’d need an extra four hours in the day to finish their to-do list. A poll of 2,000 adults in December revealed that 60% don’t believe there are enough hours in the day to get everything done. If given extra time, respondents’ priorities would shift. One in five would focus on … Read more

Over half of Americans want to amp up their career game next year: poll

Over half of Americans want to amp up their career game next year: poll

Nearly one-quarter of Americans are unhappy with their professional life (22%), according to new research. According to a new survey of 2,000 nationally representative Americans, when comparing themselves to others, 37% said they feel behind on their professional goals – especially millennials (51%). This may be why people are looking to strengthen their professional life … Read more

Here is the best time to leave a New Year’s Eve party: poll

Here is the best time to leave a New Year’s Eve party: poll

If you’re going to a New Year’s Eve party this year, make sure you leave within an hour after the ball drops. A new survey looked at 2,000 adults’ plans for the special night and found the appropriate time to leave: within an hour after midnight, according to half of the respondents (52%). According to … Read more

Seniors would rather swear off air conditioning than visit a doctor: poll

Seniors would rather swear off air conditioning than visit a doctor: poll

One in four seniors would rather go a summer without air conditioning than visit the doctor, according to new research. Some 2,000 Americans 64 and older were surveyed about unpleasant experiences more desirable than a doctor’s appointment. Around a third said they would prefer to let their spouse make all decisions in the home for … Read more

Pets can get smarter with age — even if you do not

Pets can get smarter with age — even if you do not

With age does, in fact, come wisdom, according to 71% of pet parents who said their furry friend has gotten smarter with age.    The survey of 2,000 dog and cat parents looked at some of the experiences of having younger and senior pets and found that as they’ve gotten older, pets are better at interacting … Read more

Most people prefer small businesses over large chains: poll

Most people prefer small businesses over large chains: poll

The average person “shops small” 213 times throughout the year. A recent survey of 2,000 U.S. adults revealed nine in 10 (93%) people rely on a small business for events in their lives.  A whopping 88% know someone who is employed at a small business in their community, with the average person knowing four names … Read more

Surprising number of people are willing to eat meat grown in a lab: poll

Surprising number of people are willing to eat meat grown in a lab: poll

Two-thirds of Americans (67%) would eat cultured meat grown in a lab setting.  That’s according to a recent survey of 2,001 U.S. adults who are their household’s primary grocery shoppers, which discovered people have become more open to trying meat alternatives, with 58% willing to eat plant-based options such as tofu, tempeh, and seitan. However, … Read more

Why food plays a huge role in holiday traditions

Why food plays a huge role in holiday traditions

People feel endless nostalgia when the most wonderful time of the year comes around, according to new research. A new survey of 2,000 US adults who celebrate a winter holiday found two in three would love to recreate the holiday magic of their favorite childhood memories this season, with 72% claiming they enjoyed the holidays … Read more

Why people are looking forward to in-person shopping for Black Friday this year

Why people are looking forward to in-person shopping for Black Friday this year

Two in five (43%) Americans miss the chaos of in-person Black Friday shopping each year. A poll of 2,003 U.S. adults found 95% plan to participate in Black Friday and Cyber Monday events for 2022, with a third planning to shop both online and in-store. Not having to wait in lines makes online sales for … Read more

Annoying tech issues are driving some professionals out of their jobs: poll

Annoying tech issues are driving some professionals out of their jobs: poll

Half of employed Americans have been so frustrated with their workplace tech that they’ve switched jobs — or are actively applying, according to new research. The survey of 1,000 hybrid or remote workers and 1,000 IT professionals found 11% have left their job to find better tech, while 42% have applied to other jobs without … Read more

This is the age when the average American realizes they are aging: poll

This is the age when the average American realizes they are aging: poll

The average American begins to notice the signs of aging at the age of 42, but 15% noticed themselves getting older before age 35.  That’s according to a new poll of 2,000 Americans with representative samples for Gen Z, millennials, Gen-X and baby boomer respondents, where respondents believe they were at the peak of their … Read more

How workers have changed their attitudes about retirement

How workers have changed their attitudes about retirement

Seven in 10 (71%) Americans said the pandemic changed their target retirement age, a recent survey found. A new poll of 2,002 U.S. adults ages 35–70 discovered the pandemic has had far-reaching effects on how employees are planning both their retirement and “pretirement” – a new life stage serving as a transition period between full-time … Read more

1 in 7 are afraid of being shamed for sex preferences: poll

1 in 7 are afraid of being shamed for sex preferences: poll

A fifth of Americans admit they can be judgmental towards someone for what turns them on (22%), according to new research. A survey looked at 2,000 sexually active adults’ preferences and found that although many are opinionated, one in seven are also afraid of being shamed for their own turn-ons. From foreplay (63%) and neck … Read more

This is what makes people feel secure about their purchases

This is what makes people feel secure about their purchases

The AI market is growing rapidly, but Americans are hoping it doesn’t go much further — 70% said they trust people more than technology.  A new survey with a panel of 2,000 adults revealed that compared with artificial intelligence, more people even prefer to use a real person when creating an account or making a … Read more

Over 70 percent of Americans are more health-conscious post-pandemic

Over 70 percent of Americans are more health-conscious post-pandemic

Two in three Americans credit the past two years with teaching them how important their health really is. That’s according to a poll of 2,000 U.S. adults aged 30 and above, where just as many said weight loss is a “top health goal” for them over the next year. In fact, 71% believe the pandemic … Read more