Brand Institute: Top 25 Legitimate Survey Site Review
Advice, Survey Site Reviews, Top Cash Paying Survey Sites May 8th, 2008Brand Institute/Online Global Recruiting looks promising! It’s a cash only survey site that pays by check or Paypal. I’ve listed both names, as Online Global Recruiting is a subsidiary of Brand Institute, but when you join one, you are on the list for both panels.
I joined over a month ago, and held out on the review until I had actually gotten a survey from them. I did! It was concerning pharmaceuticals and took about 25 minutes. The best news of all was that it paid $8. From what I have read, the only complaint is that you’ll only get about one invitation a month. But I’m good with that as long as I’ll be paid cash! I’d much rather had one invitation a month than 2 a day that will only get you a sweepstakes entry!
Here’s an excerpt from the email I received after requesting information:
“The insights from our valuable panel members provide companies with
enhanced decision-making capability, and influence how products and
services will be made available to everyday consumers.After registering with our panel, you will receive invitations to surveys
via email. These surveys usually take 15-30 minutes and often offer
compensation anywhere from $8.00-$100.00, depending on the project. So, let your opinions be heard and join one of our market research panel
groups by clicking the link below!”
I think that those $100 surveys from Brand Institute are for medical professionals, so I wouldn’t be counting on payouts that big. I’ve done quite a bit of research on this, and the payouts seem to be from $1 to $40 from the comments on forums and consumer reviews. Although I qualified for the first survey I got, I’ve read that depending on your demographics, qualifying isn’t always easy either. So even though Brand Institute/Online Global Recruiting has the potential to be one of the better ones, I’m holding out to see how it goes for me from here. I’ll update you as I get more survey invitations and receive payment. According to my email, payment usually takes 3 weeks to process.
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May 8th, 2008 at 3:58 pm
I am also a member of Brand Institute and they are a very legitimate survey company that is geared towards the medical profession and healthcare issues. They do not send out very many surveys, the surveys are difficult to qualify for, but they do pay well. I have received three surveys from BI in three months and qualified and completed one for which they promptly mailed me a $2 check.
May 9th, 2008 at 5:15 pm
HEATH, I’M HAVING TROUBLE SIGNING UP WITH THIS SITE. EVERYTIME I TRY TO CHOOSE ‘COUNTRY’, THE WINDOW OF OPTIONS IS ALL WHITE WITH NO WORDS. DID THAT HAPPEN 2 U?
May 9th, 2008 at 6:44 pm
I joined this panel two weeks ago and so far they have not contact me. Thats not good. Hopefully they will email me so.
When I logged in I didn’t have any problems like map had and I didn’t register though the same link in this blog. I went to Brand Institute website and joined though them.
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May 9th, 2008 at 7:30 pm
I was finally able to sign up with this company.
I couldn’t do it thru Heath’s link nor thru the onlineglobalrecruiting.com website.
I was able 2 sign up in brandinstitute.com and receive a confirmation email:
“Hello, Thank you for choosing to participate in Brand Institute’s online market research.
We will maintain your information in our database and will contact you when you qualify to participate in a future surveys.
You can also Register a Colleague and send them an invitation to join our panel: http://www.brandinstitute.com/MEMBERSERVICES/send_invite.asp
Regards,
Brand Institute, inc.”
May 9th, 2008 at 7:37 pm
I wasn’t able 2 find any info but this:
“If you want to make a difference, you’ve come to the right place!
As a BRAND INSTITUTE panel member, you have the power to shape the future competitive landscape in industries ranging from pharmaceutical to consumer products.
The insights from our valuable panel members provide companies with enhanced decision-making capability, and influence how products and services will be made available to everyday consumers.
So, let your opinions be heard and join one of our market research panel groups!
All you need to do is click on New User from the menu on the left, and complete the simple registration form.
Your profile information is used to match up with defined research specifications in order to determine which research studies you will be invited to participate.
Invitations are sent via emails to ensure timely notification, so be sure to check your email for participation opportunities.
Register now and start making a difference.
Join our growing family of panel members and let your voice be heard!!”
No wonder HEATH had 2 email them requesting info.
Well, hopefully I’ll receive a survey invitation soon
May 11th, 2008 at 11:33 pm
Here is a little more about what Brand Institute does with its surveys:
Brand Institute is committed to servicing the consumer, B2B, healthcare and corporate industries.
This commitment has paid off. In healthcare, Brand Institute works on more than one-half of the drug names that the regulatory agencies approved. From name strategy and development through market research and design, Brand Institute can customize its services to meet your nomenclature needs.
Brand Institute is the premier brand name development company. Our strategic thinking for name development has evolved simultaneously with the FDA, Health Canada, Ministry of Japan and EMEA criteria for reviewing new drug names. Proactively, we work in a consultation role with the regulatory agencies in order to more effectively advise clients regarding nomenclature safety, labeling, packaging, and risk management efforts.
8,500 names and counting…
May 25th, 2008 at 11:59 am
I was perplexed on how to sign up too, there were blank pull downs and such and then it told me that I had duplicate language choices when I couldn’t even choose the first one! THANKS Maplaver for the link!
May 27th, 2008 at 2:10 pm
glad 2 help KELLY
August 16th, 2008 at 12:46 am
I was just wondering if it was mandatory that I enter my SSN and if anyone had any concerns about that.
August 19th, 2008 at 6:38 am
I did give my SSN to them but I’m not worried cuz I’ve only read good things about them and have received 2 checks in the total of $12.
October 14th, 2008 at 2:16 am
I haven’t been qualifying much for Brand Institute’s surveys lately and they only send about one or two per month. I think they specialize in a lot of medical and corporate surveys that I am not in the key demographic for. In fact, they are only #31 on my list of highest paid surveys and in danger of falling off by year’s end. Here are the sad stats:
Survey Name Survey Date Status
RELIEVE_CONJ 6/27/2008 4:56:25 PM Payment Processed
OMEGA_1 5/5/2008 2:40:33 PM Payment Processed
REMUS_CON 3/5/2008 9:30:20 AM Payment Processed
Post #1, October 14, 2008
October 14th, 2008 at 2:55 pm
I agree with Lee… Brand Institure is focused more on people who are employed and are working up level fields. I don’t fit that demographic since I have not qualified for any of their surveys. Ever since I joined in early June, I have received nine survey invites and I have not qualified for any of them. I probably will never qualify for one of their surveys unless I give them biased answers. 14(1)
January 23rd, 2009 at 5:41 pm
I love this survey site! I just finished a 15.00 survey that will arrive in my PayPal within 8 weeks lol. That’s ok they sent me confirmation it would be coming:) Wooohooo. Highest paid survey for me yet.
January 23rd, 2009 at 11:22 pm
nice
wtg msjbelle
January 24th, 2009 at 6:13 am
I have earned about $4.00 since joining in early 2008. And the one time I qualified for a brand chat, the code wouldn’t work.
They’re on my list for deletion in 2009.
January 24th, 2009 at 9:18 pm
Absolutely no change, but more power to anyone with the correct illnesses or medical expertise to cash in with this site.
Survey Name Survey Date Status
RELIEVE_CONJ 6/27/2008 4:56:25 PM Payment Processed
OMEGA_1 5/5/2008 2:40:33 PM Payment Processed
REMUS_CON 3/5/2008 9:30:20 AM Payment Processed
Post #1, January 24, 2009
January 24th, 2009 at 11:34 pm
i have ALL the illnesses a person could have and i dont qualify either… this 1 is for medical pros!
January 24th, 2009 at 11:36 pm
Yes either ‘more power’ or bless their hearts
January 25th, 2009 at 12:04 am
I haven’t unsubscribed, but I will stop trackin my earnings from this site after the contest is over. it’s just not worth it to me.
Post #3, January 24, 2009
January 25th, 2009 at 1:51 am
Maplaver you have “ALL” the illnesses a person could have… Wow that is just awful!! I hope you aggrandized that comment to make a point.. hope you get better soon…
Anyway, I also had no luck with this Brand Institute website… Their are not for a hardcore videogamer like me.. The only way I will ever qualify for one of their surveys is if I lied to them in the screener questions. I will never do that with this survey panel because taking a survey about a heathcare and junk is just plain boringgg. And doing that is just a waste of my time and theirs plus it defeats the purpost of market research, a field of study seems to be getting interesing
January 25th, 2009 at 1:52 am
oh I almost forgot here is all the surveys I have received from them since I joined …
Brand Institute
7/7 2:32 PM (Disqualified)
Project: SPV100_PAT
Reward: $2
7/18 2:58 PM (Disqualfied) (type of organization for which you work)
Project: VOLTAGE_DIRECTALT
Reward: $2 (http://www.biopensurveys.com/)
7/28 3:03 (Disqualified)
Project: GURU_2CONSUMER
Reward: $10
Last Question Answered: Yes or No question
7/31 1:22 PM (Disqualified)
Project: PDS290INS_PAT
Reward: $2
Last Question Answered: Do you provide assistance to an individual who requires medical attention on a regular basis? then age
8/5 8:08 AM (Disqualified)
Project: PDS290GH_PAT (PDS290_PATSCR)
Reward: $2
Last Question Answered: Are you using growth hormones or is the individual in your care using growth hormones to treat a medical condition?
8/7 1:03 PM (Disqualified)
Project: GARNET_PAT
Reward: $2
Last Question Answered: Have you ever been diagnosed with any of the following conditions?
8/25 11:38 PM (Disqualified)
Project: GREEK_MR
Reward: $15
Last Question: What industry are you currently employed in?
Last Answer: Other Unemployeed
9/18 9:19 AM (Disqualified)
Project: PALMETTO
Reward: $5
Type: Screener for BrandFocus Qualitative Insight (BFQI) and BrandChat (BC)
Length: 3-5 minutes, BrandChat will last 30 minutes
Topic: new drug currently under development
Last Question : Please indicate the statement that best describes you.
Last Answer: None of the Above
10/14 4:19 PM (Disqualified)
Project: GEL_SURVEY
Reward: $6
Last Question Answered: Have you purchased an over-the-counter pain relief product within the last year? No
10/27 10:21 AM (Disqualified)
Project: PN400_REFRESH_CON
Reward: $2.00
Last Question Answered: In which U.S region do you reside? Southwest
10/28 3:48 PM (Disqualified)
Project: METALLICA_MR
Reward: $2.00
Topic: Contractor
Last Question Answered: Which of the following bes describes your job title? None of the above
11/3 2:09 PM (Disqualified)
Project: EFAC
Reward: $5
Lenght: 3 minutes (screener)
Last Question Answered: Are you employed by a hospital or medical center? No
January 25th, 2009 at 11:18 am
eddie, thanks… but i didnt exaggerate… as soon as i start handleling one of my diseases, i start getting the simptoms of another one… my sister calls me the KARMA FROM MY PARENT’S MISTAKES OR PAST LIVES
June 6th, 2009 at 3:24 pm
Brand Institute has a new VIP Panel.
Thank you for your interest in our VIP panel!
Joining the VIP panel has many advantages!
Below are some of the features that only our VIP members will enjoy:
1.Be the first to be notified of new surveys.
2.Have access to our Open Surveys page. This page allows you to view surveys for which you qualify, even if you have not received an e-mail invitation.
3.Become a referral agent. Referral agents have a great opportunity to make more money. Upon enrollment in our referral agent program, you will have a personalized link that you can use to recruit new panel members. For their first year as member, every survey a recruit completes correctly can result in more money for you! Entrance into the VIP panel is strict and is NOT guaranteed for all who apply.
Below is a list and explanation of the steps you must take in order to be considered for admission into the VIP panel:
1.You are required to take the following questionnaire which will be used as a verification tool. All the information you submit will be used to determine whether or not you qualify for our VIP panel. The completion of this questionnaire does not guarantee your acceptance into the VIP.
2.After you complete this questionnaire, you will be asked to provide some documentation as proof of your information.
3.Once all steps are completed, your request will be evaluated by a specialist. We will look at your responses to the first two steps as well as your history with us. Our VIP panel members take our surveys very seriously and we expect no less from you. All of the surveys taken by you in the past will be analyzed for quality and accuracy of data. Please note, each VIP request is handled individually and may take several weeks to process. If you are accepted into the VIP panel your status will be updated automatically.
Our records show that you have already complete the VIP Questionnaire. The next step is to send us your documentation.
If you have access to a fax machine, you can fax the requested documentation to 1-786-866-4078.
If you have access to a scanner, you can scan the requested documentation and upload them below.
This documention required is to help us verify your identity. Please fax/upload us a copy of any bill or invoice (phone, gas, electric, etc.) with your name and address as well as a photo ID (driver’s license, resident card, passport, etc.) showing your name.
September 19th, 2009 at 6:05 pm
Hi,
I’m new here. I discovered this site by accident yesterday. I’ve finally found a site that seems trustworthy and I have been busy reading everything here and compiling a spreadsheet that I can use to keep track with. I used to be signed up with a few companies that I’ve seen listed here a zillion years ago but life got in the way and I unsubscribed from everything. I’m unemployed now and between my age and the state of the economy right now, I haven’t been able to find a new job yet. I figure I may not be able to earn a full living with surveys but maybe I can keep the electricity and internet on long enough to find a job. Now with that said, I have a question:
Why would any survey company require such things as SSN, or documentation: a utility bill and a copy of your Driver’s License?