Competition Experiment: Better Data & Better Targeting

Gifted Underachievers · Jan 8, 2026 · 16m

We are always looking for better data on who our audience is and where they live. James has found that his part of the Gifted Underachievers competition experiment is providing better data on both leading to smarter submissions targeting.

Meanwhile, Pat discovers that the benefit of these contests is not did I win or lose, but the structure means you learn if you were a finalist and you will receive a determination by a specific contest reporting deadline.

Questions for Listeners:

* Have you discovered benefits to entering contests?

* Have you won one or been listed as a finalist?

* Send us…