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Exploring Emotional Responses: Brand A and Competitor Brands
Recently, we conducted a consumer focus group discussion and utilized EDA (Electrodermal Activity) devices to delve deeper into emotional...

The Dr.K
Jan 13, 20252 min read


Sizzling Success: How Franchise Restaurants Are Shaping Korea's Dining Scene
The dining-out market is growing rapidly due to changes in consumer lifestyle patterns and the increase in single-person households....

The Dr.K
Dec 11, 20242 min read


The Emergence and Future of Unmanned Stores in Korea: Social Responsibilities and Challenges Hidden Behind Convenience
What Are Unmanned Stores? Unmanned stores are a type of retail operation that combines digital technology and automated systems to reduce...

The Dr.K
Dec 4, 20242 min read


Fuel Your Brain: The Ultimate Exam Day Meal Guide
Exam periods are one of the most crucial times for students. During this time, maintaining peak physical and mental focus is essential to maximize academic performance. A balanced diet plays a significant role in achieving this goal. In particular, foods high in saturated fat can negatively impact concentration and should be avoided. According to a study conducted by Ohio State University, individuals who consumed foods rich in saturated fats scored an average of 11% lower on

The Dr.K
Nov 11, 20243 min read


The Dynamics of Korean University Admissions: Trends and Strategic Choices for 2025
The Two Main Paths of University Admission in Korea - Early Admission and Regular Admission University admissions in Korea are largely divided into two main pathways: "Early Admission" (수시) and "Regular Admission" (정시). These two pathways evaluate applicants based on different criteria and approaches. Early Admission uses student records, academic performance, and essay exams to assess applicants on a range of factors, while Regular Admission selects students based on their s

The Dr.K
Nov 6, 20243 min read


Climate Couture: The Future of Fashion in a Warming World
The impact of climate change on our lives is not limited to changes in the weather. This year, South Korea experienced its longest and hottest summer on record, with the number of heatwave days reaching 30.1 days by September 2024—nearly three times the average of 11.0 days, and second only to the record set in 2018 at 31.0 days—emphasizing the growing intensity of climate change. As summers grow longer and hotter, people’s fashion preferences are also undergoing significant

The Dr.K
Oct 14, 20243 min read


Behind the Bar: The Premium Edge in Consumer Choice
In recent years, the alcohol market has undergone significant changes. People are exploring a wider variety of alcoholic beverages,...

The Dr.K
Oct 2, 20242 min read


Beyond the Bottle: The Art and Innovation of Premium Liquor Packaging Design
The liquor market has been rapidly growing alongside consumers' increasingly sophisticated tastes. As income levels rise, consumers seek...

The Dr.K
Sep 25, 20242 min read


SNS usage behavior in Korea (Q1)
The use of YouTube is a must for today's generation. People are gradually using YouTube in a passive and active manner as they can access...

Jay Ahn
Apr 6, 20212 min read


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Jay Ahn
Mar 29, 20211 min read


Can ESG activities strike CPG Brands in Korea?
Starting from December 2020, transparent plastic bottles should be collected separately. Apartments should follow this rule from December...

Jay Ahn
Feb 5, 20211 min read
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[MR101, Netnography] How to do it in Korea?
Thru the pandemic period of 2020, we were not able to meet people face to face. So, it impacts on fieldwork of market research in...

Jay Ahn
Jan 16, 20211 min read
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[MarketResearch101] what does a market researcher do?
I recorded my lecture conducted last December. You may not understand if you cannot speak Korean. However, you may feel slightly how...

Jay Ahn
Jan 15, 20211 min read
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