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Arbitron sent me $1 today

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Skynet74

For the second time in a year I've been contacted by Arbitron. Last time to participate in a ratings survey. Today they sent me an advance token of their appreciation to "possibly" participate in another survey. I found this funny. I can understand them sending money to people who have already participated in a survey. They sent me $10 last time. But what's up with them sending people cash for only "possibly" helping them out in the future? Also... is it common for them to contact the same houshold repeatedly? The twice in one year thing has me surprised. Maybe I'm just lucky. ;D
 
Wow. WSAR should have a great book if you're participating. ;D ;D ;D
 
BostonRandy said:
Wow. WSAR should have a great book if you're participating. ;D ;D ;D
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Oh you think? LOL. WSAR wouldn't know what a great book is and I honestly don't think they even care. Here is an actual conversation that took place when I was hired to work there.


Me: So what are the ratings like here?

PD: Well we really don't pay much attention to ratings around here.
 
I was contacted by them a few weeks ago and got the dollar with a letter saying they would be contacting me for a survey. A week or so later I got the call from them, and about a week after the call I got another letter thanking me with $2 enclosed.

Not bad, I got $3 for opinions I can express here for no compensation.
 
did they say it was a token, gift, or otherwise with out encumbrance?

How they nail people for fraud is the fine print. You took money and failed to provide an honest service because you work in the market/field. Don't they ask you if you work in the business or have a family member that does?

Before I came out of radio retirement in 2004, I got diaries, and I made sure all my favorite shows and stations got filled in. I might not have been 100% accurate or truthful lol!
 
I received a Nielsen radio survey in the mail down in florida a few years ago...i thought arbitron was the only one that sent out radio surveys..and i didn't get paid
 
EricaKay said:
I received a Nielsen radio survey in the mail down in florida a few years ago...i thought arbitron was the only one that sent out radio surveys..and i didn't get paid
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I've received both surveys before. Both Neilsen and Arbitron. I got paid both times. This latest letter I received gave me a dollar and they described it like this. I have the letter in front of me now. I'm not in the mood to scan it in. So I will just type the entire letter here.

Dear John,

We are conducting an important study about radio and television. In the next few days, an Arbitron Research Associate will call you and ask you a few questions. This call will only take a few minutes of your time.

We need your help to ensure the quality of our research. We've enclosed a thank you gift. This thank you gift is for taking the time to read this letter. Please share this letter with others in your household.

If your household is selected, we will send you an additional small cash gift!

Arbitron has been in business since 1949. We are known worldwide for the quality of our research. We are best known for our radio and television ratings.

Each year, we survey thousands of homes all across the country. Research is our only business. We'll never try to sell you anything, and we respect your privacy.

If you have any questions, please call us toll free at 1-877-255-****. You can also email us at *******@arbitron.com. For more information, visit our website at www.arbitronresearch.com

Sincerely,

William Kerr
President, Arbitron Ratings
 
Skynet74 said:
For the second time in a year I've been contacted by Arbitron. Last time to participate in a ratings survey. Today they sent me an advance token of their appreciation to "possibly" participate in another survey. I found this funny. I can understand them sending money to people who have already participated in a survey. They sent me $10 last time. But what's up with them sending people cash for only "possibly" helping them out in the future? Also... is it common for them to contact the same houshold repeatedly? The twice in one year thing has me surprised. Maybe I'm just lucky. ;D
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How should I spend my dollar.

A piece of bubble gum,A candy bar or a lottery ticket.Boy this dollar is burning a hole in my pocket.

lol...silly I know.
 
kenwood101 said:
How should I spend my dollar.

A piece of bubble gum,A candy bar or a lottery ticket.Boy this dollar is burning a hole in my pocket.

lol...silly I know.
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LOL.... I kept the dollar on my desk for about 4 days. Then I finally put it in my wallet yesterday. About 5 hours later I spent it on a Powerball ticket and lost. So yeah.... thanks Arbitron. I wasted your money on a silly piece of paper. Damn lottery is the dumbest thing on the planet unless you win. ;D
 
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