Participating in a focus group can be a fun way to earn extra money by only spending an hour or two of your time and voicing your opinion. Market research companies often pay top dollar to learn what people like you think about certain products and to hear your experiences.
I find focus group opportunities to apply for on Craigslist, but you can use other sites like FindFocusGroups. com and FocusGroups. com to see if there are any upcoming events in your area.
To be chosen for a focus group, you need to apply by filling out a brief survey to disclose factors like your age, family, size, income level, experience with certain products and services and so on. Depending on the company's need and research topic you may or may not qualify but you can also apply to multiple opportunities to see which one would be best for you.
Focus groups can pay anywhere from $50-$200 or more depending on the topic and only require 1 to 2 hours of your time.
