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Survey Template20 questions~8-10 minutes

Market Research Survey Template: Understand Your Market

Market research surveys help you understand your target market, competitive landscape, and growth opportunities. This template covers the essential questions for comprehensive market analysis.

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20
Questions
8-10 minutes
To Complete
6
Closed Questions
2
Open Questions

Sample Questions Included

1
Multiple ChoiceAssesses category awareness and expertise

How familiar are you with [Product Category]?

Not at all familiarSlightly familiarModerately familiarVery familiarExtremely familiar
2
Multiple ChoiceMeasures aided brand awareness

Which of the following brands have you heard of? (Select all that apply)

Brand ABrand BBrand CBrand DNone of these
3
Multiple ChoiceIdentifies market share and current behavior

Which brand do you currently use most often?

Brand ABrand BBrand COtherI don't use any
4
Multiple ChoiceIdentifies switching potential

How satisfied are you with your current solution?

Very DissatisfiedDissatisfiedNeutralSatisfiedVery Satisfied
5
Multiple ChoiceRanks purchase criteria

How important are each of these factors when choosing a [Product Category]?

Not ImportantSlightly ImportantImportantVery ImportantExtremely Important
6
Multiple ChoiceGauges market receptivity

How likely are you to try a new [Product Category] solution in the next 6 months?

Very UnlikelyUnlikelyNeutralLikelyVery Likely
7
Open-EndedUncovers unmet needs and pain points

What is your biggest frustration with current [Product Category] options?

8
Open-EndedIdentifies key switching triggers

What would make you switch to a different solution?

When to Use This Template

New market entry analysis
Competitive positioning research
Product development prioritization
TAM/SAM/SOM validation
Customer segmentation studies

Best Practices

  • 1.Screen for your target audience at the start
  • 2.Include unaided awareness before showing brand names
  • 3.Balance closed and open-ended questions
  • 4.Avoid leading questions about your own brand
  • 5.Compare results across customer segments

Industries Using This Template

TechnologyConsumer GoodsFinancial ServicesHealthcareRetailB2B Services
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Frequently Asked Questions

For general market research, 300-500 respondents provides good precision. For segment-level analysis, aim for 100+ per segment.
Use screening questions at the start to qualify respondents. Define clear criteria for your target audience.

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