Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Vancouver Marathon Survey Errors

I ran the BMO Bank of Montreal Vancouver Half Marathon recently. In my inbox today there was an email from the organizers. They wanted me to do a survey; I did it. Here are the numerous errors I detected in the survey.

To support the Vancouver Marathon based on it's non-profit status.
-- One of several options to choose from as "Powerful" Motivators.

Correction: its.


To try and improve my marathon time.
-- One of several options to choose from as Primary Motivations to register in any future marathon event.

Correction: To try to improve...


Often British Columbia, is associated with Inuit art, coastal water, mountains and other beautiful sites. Inuit art has frequently been used on Vancouver Marathon medals, promotions, artwork, etc.
-- Intro to question about what, if any, other images should be used.

Correction: Often British Columbia is associated...


Very dissatsfied; Somewhat Dissatisfied; ...
-- Two of several optional answers to the question, How would you rate your OVERALL satisfaction with the Vancouver Marathon?

Correction: Very dissatisfied. Plus, the two dissatisfieds should have capitalisation consistency.

How would you rate the IMPORTANCE of offering the following type of activities in achieving your ultimate event experience"?
-- A survey question

Correction: Add an opening quotation mark or omit the existing one.

Overall, did participation in the Vancouver Marathon by the sponsors' mentioned in Q6 and Q7 have any impact on your perception or behavior towards them? ... Deminished perception of sponsors.
-- A survey question and one possible answer.

Corrections: sponsors (no apostrophe in plurals); Diminished.

Did you, or your friends/family, support any Vancouver community businesses, before, during or after the marathon as a result of the Vancouver Marathon?
-- A survey question

Correction: any Vancouver community businesses before, during...

2 Adidas Althletic Prize Packs; 2 VIP Vancouver Marathon Registration Prize packs including 1 entry to any of the 2009 events (excluding Team Relay), 1 photo package, 1 massage service ticket, 2 pasta party tickets, 2 VIP passes, 2 VIP receitption invites.
-- Draw prizes for filling out the survey

Corrections: 2 Adidas Athletic Prize Packs; 2 VIP reception invites.

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