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Hi,

This questionnaire is part of my completion of The International Masters in Business Development and Innovation at Arthur Lok Jack Graduate School of Business and has been designed to uncover hidden insights about the dating habits and preferences of singles and couples in Trinidad and Tobago.

Your response will be used only for the purpose of this study and shall be held with the strictest confidence.
Thanks in advance for taking a few minutes of your valuable time to answer the following questions.
 
 
 
The Search Is On!
 
 
Why are you not in a relationship at the moment? 
 
Just got out of one
 
Not ready/Don’t want to pursue one at the moment
 
Busy work and life schedule
 
Having difficulty finding suitable match
 
Enjoying the single life waaaaay to much
 
Not actively looking but if it happens I’m open to one
 
Other
 
 
 
 
In what situations or places are you comfortable with meeting other singles?
 
A referral from a friend or family member
 
At a club, bar or lounge
 
At a “lime” or gathering
 
At your place of worship
 
At networking events
 
Other
 
 
 
 
How do you usually go about finding out that someone you like is single? (You can choose more than one option.)
 
Ask in an indirect way
 
Look at their ring finger
 
Ask directly
 
Don’t ask and hope to figure it out through further interactions
 
Ask their friends/family
 
Search online (google, facebook etc.)
 
Other
 
 
 
 
How do you feel about these methods?
Very uncomfortable and not at all confident
Uncomfortable and not very confident
Neutral
Comfortable and confident
Very comfortable and confident
 
 
 
Have you tried online dating (eharmony, tinder, match.com etc)?
 
Yes, I have tried it and continue to meet singles online as well as offline
 
Yes, I have tried it and prefer it to conventional (offline) dating
 
Yes, I’ve tried it but prefer conventional dating
 
Yes, I’ve tried it but am not satisfied with the matches made thus far
 
No, I haven’t tried it but am open to it
 
No, I haven’t tried it as I don’t trust the motives and validity of persons online
 
No, I haven’t tried it as it is an option of last resort for me
 
 
 
Have you been to singles mixers/speed dating events?
 
Yes, I have tried it and look forward to attending future events
 
Yes, I have tried it but am not satisfied with the quality of matches
 
Yes, I’ve tried it but am not satisfied with the quality of events
 
No, I haven’t tried it but am open to it
 
No, I haven’t tried it and will never attend such events
 
No, I haven’t tried it as it is an option of last resort for me
 
Other
 
 
 
 
How often do you go out with the intention of looking for a potential mate?
 
Once a week
 
Twice a week
 
Once every two weeks
 
Once a month
 
I don’t go out with the intention of looking
 
Spontaneously
 
Other
 
 
 
 
The Selection Process
 
 
What type of relationship are you seeking?
 
Committed long term
 
Committed short term
 
Casual nothing too serious
 
Let see how it goes, no expectations
 
Open (multiple partners)
 
Friends with benefits
 
Other
 
 
 
 
What draws your attention to a person and makes you want to go out on a first date?
Please rank (1-6) the following in order of importance to you, 1 being of most importance:
The way they speak (tone, diction, vocabulary)
Their intelligence
Their social status
Their looks
Their background
Manners, politeness, etiquette
 
 
 
What first dates have you been on?
Please rank (1-6) the following in order of most common, 1 being the most common:
Meal at a Restaurant
Movies
Special Activity (eg hiking, kayaking, picnic, trip to the zoo)
Club, party or lounge
Beach
Show (play, musical, band etc)
 
 
 
What do you think about personalized match making (someone helping you to find a suitable match based on your preferences)?
 
I’m open to it and would pay for this service
 
I’m open to it but would not pay for this service
 
I will never try it because I am uncomfortable with the idea
 
I will never try it but am curious about it
 
I will never try it but know persons who will be open to it
 
 
 
Who do you think should pay for the first date?
 
The guy
 
The girl
 
Split the bill
 
The person who does the asking
 
Doesn’t matter
 
 
 
What would make the selection process easier and more enjoyable?
Please rank (1-6) the following in order of interest, 1 being your top choice:
Verification/ pre-screening of potential dates
Pre-selected matches based on your preferences
Suggested Activities/events that help me to know this person better
Transportation to and from the date
Discounts/special offers at popular restaurants and other popular hangouts
An app/website where I could get ideas on date options and tips
 
 
 
  How much is the most you would you pay for a first date per couple?
 
$100-$300
 
$300-$500
 
$500-$700
 
$700-$900
 
$900-$1100
 
$1100-$1300
 
Other
 
 
 
  Who does the asking?
 
The guy
 
The girl
 
Doesn’t matter
 
 
 
The Getting to Know You Phase
 
 
  How do you currently choose where to go on a date? Select your top 3.
 
Wait till the other person suggests idea
 
Online Media (Internet, Social Media, email)
 
Traditional Media (Press, Radio, Tv)
 
Ask friends and family
 
I am creative and planning dates is easy to me
 
I go to the same places most times
 
Other
 

 
 
 
What is important to you when choosing a date experience?
Please drag and rank 1-5, 1 being the most important, 5 being the least.
Drag your choices here to rank them
     
     
     
      In your past experience how often do you go out in the getting to know you phase.
     
    Once a week
     
    Twice a week
     
    Three times a week
     
    Once every two weeks
     
    Everyday
     
    Weekends only
     
    Other
     
     
     
     
      How much is the most you would pay for follow up dates?
     
    $100-$300
     
    $300-$500
     
    $500-$700
     
    $700-$900
     
    $900-$1100
     
    $1100-$1300
     
    Other
     
     
     
     
    Who pays for the date during the getting to know you phase?
     
    Guy
     
    Girl
     
    Split
     
    Doesn’t matter to me
     
    The person who does the inviting
     
     
     
    Where do you go on follow up dates usually?
    Please rank (1-6) the following in order of most frequent follow up date choice, 1 being most common, 6 being the least:
    Movies
    Restaurant
    Special Activity (eg hiking, kayaking, picnic, trip to the zoo)
    Club
    Beach
    Show (play, musical, band etc)
     
     
     
    Are you satisfied with the current options for going out on a date?
     
    Yes
     
    No
     
     
     
    Why not?
     
    Limited range when on a budget
     
    Not enough variety
     
    I have difficulty in coming up with creative things to do
     
    Don’t know what is available
     
    Other
     
     
     
     
    What would make the getting to know you process easier and more enjoyable?
    Please rank (1-5) the following in order of interest, 1 being your top choice:
    Suggested Activities/events that help me to know this person better
    Transportation to and from the date
    Discounts/special offers at popular restaurants and other popular hangouts
    Ideas on date options and tips all in one place
    Reservations or other special arrangements for dates handled for you
     
     
     
    How Would You Like To Pay?
     
     
      What would be your first preference in paying for an event, special offer or experience? 
     
    Cash
     
    Credit Card
     
    Debit Card
     
    Online e commerce
     
    Other
     
     
     
     
    How would you like to make the payment?
     
    In person deposit into bank account
     
    In person at nearest partner location to you
     
    In person at office location
     
    Meeting you at a convenient meet up point
     
    It doesn’t matter
     
    Other
     
     
     
     
    With regards to pricing of a special date night event or experience, choose the payment structure that you prefer the most.
     
    All inclusive: everything in the experience is covered
     
    Food inclusive: food included but you pay for your own drinks
     
    Drink inclusive: drinks included but you pay for your own food
     
    Pay as you go: pay for the experience but all add ons (food, drink etc) are paid for separately
     
    Other
     
     
     
     
    Select your preferred method of payment for dating experiences.
     
    Pay for each date experience separately
     
    Pay for a subscription monthly which covers a specific number of date experiences at a special discounted price
     
    Pay for a subscription quarterly which covers a specific number of date experiences at a special discounted price
     
    Pay for a subscription annually which covers a specific number of date experiences at a special discounted price
     
    Other
     
     
     
     
    Choose one of the following date experiences?
     
    Regular date experiences at special value pricing
     
    Premium date experiences at a fair price
     
    Exclusive date experiences at a premium price
     
    Premium personalised date experiences at a premium price
     
     
     
    Tell me a bit more about you
     
     
     
    First Name : 
    Last Name : 
    Phone : 
    Email Address : 
     
     
     
    Gender
     
    Male
     
    Female
     
     
     
    Age
     
    25-29
     
    30-34
     
    35-39
     
    40-44
     
    45-49
     
    50-55
     
    Other
     
     
     
     
     Where do you currently reside?
     
     
     
    What’s your highest level of education? 
     
    Trade/technical/vocational training
     
    Associate degree
     
    Bachelor’s degree
     
    Master’s degree
     
    Professional degree
     
    Doctorate degree
     
    Other
     
     
     
     
    Employment Status currently 
     
    Employed for wages
     
    Self-employed
     
    Out of work and looking for work
     
    Out of work but not currently looking for work
     
    A homemaker
     
    A student
     
    Military
     
    Retired
     
    Unable to work
     
    Other
     
     
     
     
    What device do you use the most to communicate? 
     
    Smart phone with data plan
     
    Smart phone without data plan
     
    Laptop or desktop computer
     
    Tablet
     
    None of the above
     
    Other
     
     
     
     
    What is your most frequent mode of communication? 
     
    Whats app
     
    Mobile
     
    Email
     
    Sms
     
    Voip eg. viber, we chat, skype, whats app calling
     
    Landline
     
    Other
     
     
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