American workers say they’re drowning in busywork — and it’s draining productivity, fueling stress, and even pushing some to quit. That’s according to a poll of 2,000 white collar and knowledge workers and 1,000 IT decision makers. Results showed these employees are losing an estimated half of their day (51% total work hours estimated) on … Read more
Trick or treat? Those in North Dakota, Delaware, and Idaho are most eager to find out, as new data shows they’re the biggest Halloween fanatics. A new survey polled 5,000 Americans who celebrate Halloween across all 50 states. Scoring an average of 4.2 out of five in terms of loving the spookiest day of the … Read more
In a recent global survey, most people couldn’t differentiate between a phishing message written by artificial intelligence (AI) and an authentic, human-written email. The survey of 18,000 employed adults from around the globe tested them on their awareness when it comes to cyber dangers, like AI and phishing, and found startling room for improvement. When … Read more
The secret to family vacation bliss? Getting everyone in the family involved in the planning process — kids included. New research shows that kids are asking for a bigger voice when it comes to planning family vacations — with 86% admitting they want more of a say in the process. And with parents admitting planning … Read more
Is your doctor stuck in 2011? A new survey found six percent of Americans feel like they’re walking “backwards in time” 14 years whenever they have a doctor’s appointment. The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults who have visited a doctor within the past 12 months found that two in three believe having a modern or … Read more
Almost three-quarters of Americans (65%) have already planned their own funerals, according to new research. That’s according to a survey of 750 Americans, split evenly by those who are single, engaged, and married. From how (29%) and where (19%) they want to be buried, to what type of service they want (17%), what music should … Read more
Americans receive fraudulent or scam messages twice as much as other countries, according to new research. A poll of 10,500 adults from around the world found that the average American navigates an average of nine calls, nine emails and another seven text messages every single week, or about 100 scam encounters per month. Similarly, Brits … Read more
Your car may be your sanctuary where you get to spend some of your most treasured “me time,” but how you choose to spend it differs significantly by generation, according to a recent study. In the survey of 2,000 American car owners, drivers reported doing everything from planning their futures, bopping to music, and taking … Read more
The days of “pushing through” an illness are over, as nearly a third of Americans say they’d rather you didn’t show up to work if you’re feeling sick. That’s according to a new survey of 2,000 people, which examined approaches to cold and flu and the evolving etiquette around rest and recovery. Thirty-one percent said … Read more
Americans are more ingredient-conscious than ever before — but not in all areas, according to new research. A survey examining the mindsets of 2,000 Americans aged 30–54 reveals a growing cultural trend: people are paying closer attention to what’s in the products they purchase regularly, whether it’s pet food, groceries, skincare products or supplements. Yet, … Read more
One in three Americans is embracing “repeat traveling,” preferring to return to the same vacation destination year after year. A new survey of 2,000 American travelers delved into vacation habits and found a surprising trend: many Americans are opting for the comfort of familiarity over the excitement of new destinations. Thirty percent of respondents return … Read more
If you’re unsure whether your partner prefers roses, tulips, or sunflowers, it may be time to ask. One in four Americans doesn’t know their partner’s favorite flower. A new survey of 2,000 Americans looked at the role flowers play for people both in their romantic lives and beyond. Results showed just a quarter (24%) of … Read more
American Gen Z spends 25% less time in nature than Gen X – because they don’t like going out alone and get too bored. A poll, of 2,000 adults, revealed the average Gen Z adult averages just 49 minutes of outdoor time on weekdays, and mostly just to commute (24%). This compares to Gen X … Read more
Nearly one-in-three parents have discovered their child has made an online purchase without permission, with kids’ most expensive unapproved shopping sprees costing families about $170 on average. According to a nationally representative survey of 2,000 parents with children 18 and under, 31% said their kids have made digital purchases without permission. For some, the cost … Read more
It’s official: budgets and calories don’t count, and you’re not obligated to respond to messages while on vacation. A new survey of 2,000 Americans found that when it comes to vacation, the usual rules go out the window — budgets don’t exist (56%), calories don’t count (47%), and there’s zero pressure to watch the news … Read more
Nearly a third of parents said they’ve felt judged by other parents based on the food their child eats, according to new research. In the survey of 2,000 American parents, 30% said that other parents have looked down on them because of their child’s diet. And from not eating enough greens and criticism for giving … Read more
Forget a new haircut or your favorite outfit — new research shows that the key to confidence may be building something on your own. A survey of 2,000 Gen Z and millennial homeowners and renters found that those who have completed home DIY projects said it boosts their confidence, happiness, and satisfaction for about seven … Read more
More than a third of college football fans said they’d choose to attend their team’s biggest rivalry game of the year rather than their friend’s wedding if they were on the same day. The shocking stat emerged in a new survey of 2,000 American college football enthusiasts, evenly split by NCAA Division I conference, which … Read more
The average reader has read their favorite book six times — and anticipates they’ll read it another seven times during their lifetime, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 American readers, evenly split by generation, unpacked the science of book nostalgia and uncovered trends and habits relating to “nostalgic reading” — the practice of … Read more
The average American second-guesses 41% of their daily decisions, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 adults explored how they make big and small decisions alike, finding that one in eight are even greater overthinkers who contemplate nearly every decision. The survey found that the average person makes about 50 decisions in a day, … Read more