ppVenture Asheville uses Chat-GPT for all kinds of things: parts of our newsletter, some of our social media, and recently analyzing data.
Ahead of our first Entrepreneur Resilience Summit we surveyed the attendees to crowdsource where they find resilience, what gets them going, what helps them relax. We intentionally used a simple survey tool asking a few questions to leverage the expertise of the attendees. Unfortunately, the agenda doesn’t allow for multiple breakouts and small groups, a longer summit would offer more opportunities, but ours is just a half day program. Here are the questions we asked:
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- What author inspires you?
- What books are you reading?
- What podcast are you listening to?
- What do you do to unplug?
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With dozes of free text responses, it would have been laborious to pour over spreadsheets, look for trends, make pivot tables – and even then it would be full of my, the analyst’s, bias. Instead, I simply copy and pasted the column of responses into Chat-GPT with a simple prompt, “Can you analyze these survey results?” That’s it. I’ll paste the analysis below.
All of these survey responses come from attendees at Venture Asheville’s Entrepreneur Resilience Summit. What does this tell you about the kinds of attendees we are attracting?
Based on the survey responses from attendees at Venture Asheville’s Entrepreneur Resilience Summit, it seems that the attendees are a diverse group of individuals with a variety of interests and activities. They value spending time in nature, reading, listening to podcasts, and engaging in creative activities like woodworking and crafts. This suggests that the attendees are not just focused on work-related activities, but also prioritize their personal well-being and interests.
Overall, the survey results suggest that the attendees of the Entrepreneur Resilience Summit are a diverse group of individuals with a range of interests and activities, and they prioritize personal well-being as well as professional growth. This aligns with the mission of Venture Asheville, which is to support and promote entrepreneurship while also prioritizing the well-being of its community members.
What Authors Inspire You?
Some patterns that emerge from the responses include:
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- Several respondents mentioned Brene Brown, Elizabeth Gilbert, Simon Sinek, and Malcolm Gladwell as authors who inspire them.
- Many respondents mentioned multiple authors, suggesting that they draw inspiration from a range of perspectives and sources.
- Some respondents mentioned authors who focus on personal development and self-improvement (e.g., Brad Stulberg, Pema Chodron, Napoleon Hill), while others mentioned authors who write about business and leadership (e.g., Seth Godin, Ed Catmull, Patrick Lencioni).
- Some respondents mentioned authors who write fiction (e.g., CS Lewis, Cormac McCarthy, Octavia Butler), suggesting that they find inspiration and insight from stories and imagination.
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Overall, the survey results suggest that people are inspired by a diverse range of authors who write about a wide range of topics. Many of the authors mentioned are well-known public figures who have written popular books, while others are less well-known but still have a devoted following. The fact that respondents mentioned authors who focus on personal development, leadership, and fiction suggests that people draw inspiration from a range of sources and are interested in learning from different perspectives.
What Books Are You Reading?
Sure, I can analyze these survey results. Some patterns that emerge from the responses include:
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- Many of the books mentioned are focused on personal development, self-improvement, or spirituality, such as The Myth of Normal, Delivering Happiness, There are No Bad Parts, The Practice of Groundedness, The Daily Stoic, and the Bible.
- Some respondents mentioned books that are focused on trauma or mental health, such as The Body Keeps the Score and There are No Bad Parts.
- Several respondents mentioned books that are focused on history or social issues, such as IBM and the Holocaust and Black Cake.
- A few respondents mentioned books that are focused on fiction or fantasy, such as Atlas Paradox, The Secret History, The Calamitous Bob, and Wild Seed.
- Some respondents mentioned books that are focused on business or technology, such as Inspired and The 6 Types of Working Genius.
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Overall, the survey results suggest that people are reading a diverse range of books that cover a wide range of topics. Many of the books mentioned are focused on personal development, self-improvement, or mental health, suggesting that people are interested in learning how to better themselves and improve their well-being. Additionally, several respondents mentioned books that focus on history or social issues, indicating that people are interested in understanding and learning from the past. Finally, a few respondents mentioned books that are focused on fiction or fantasy, suggesting that people are interested in exploring imaginative worlds and stories.
What Podcasts Do You Listen To?
Some patterns that emerge from the responses include:
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- Many of the podcasts mentioned are focused on personal development or self-improvement, such as A Bit of Optimism, The Successful Mind Podcast, and Product Thinking.
- Some respondents mentioned podcasts that are focused on mental health or wellness, such as We Can Do Hard Things and A Little Bit Culty.
- Several respondents mentioned podcasts that are focused on business or entrepreneurship, such as How I Built This and GaryVee Audio Experience.
- Some respondents mentioned podcasts that are focused on culture or entertainment, such as The Rewatchables and Men in Blazers.
- A few respondents mentioned podcasts that are focused on news or current events, such as The Hidden Brain and Today Explained.
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Many of the podcasts mentioned are focused on personal development or self-improvement, suggesting that people are interested in learning how to better themselves and improve their well-being. Additionally, several respondents mentioned podcasts that focus on business or entrepreneurship, indicating that people are interested in learning about how to succeed in their careers or start their own businesses. Finally, some respondents mentioned podcasts that are focused on news or current events, suggesting that people are interested in staying informed about what is happening in the world.
What Do You Do To Unplug?
Based on the survey results, it appears that there are a variety of activities that people engage in to unplug from their daily routines. Many respondents mentioned outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and running as ways to disconnect and enjoy nature. Others enjoy more indoor activities such as reading, cooking, or doing crafts. Some mentioned spending time with loved ones or pets as a way to recharge their batteries. Additionally, a few respondents mentioned more unconventional activities such as playing guitar, whitewater canoeing, or practicing Argentine tango. Finally, one respondent mentioned that they do not unplug as they are busy planning their microwedding in Italy. Overall, the results suggest that people have a diverse range of interests and activities that they turn to when seeking to take a break from their daily routines.
