I get lots of email or text requests for surveys. from politicians looking for a donation. They give the con that they want to know how I feel about various issues. Before you know it, I’ve answered five softball questions a second grade student could answer. It’s then that I get the “We need something else, Ray. We need your financial support.” My first thought is, “How about, I need your financial support, or “I live in Texas and this isn’t my first rodeo.”
I also receive surveys from places where I shop. I use my credit card and their apps. I get a discount when I use their apps. They get get my info. I think I’m winning these negotiations. All they get is my information. I get free airline miles and a discount. Yesterday, I had lunch with a friend at a French bakery and pastry shop. I used their app. I get points for free meals and coffee. My credit card is linked to the app. When I paid for my meal, I was asked “Do you want your receipt?” Of course I do, I might get a receipt that asks me to take a survey, only five minutes it promises, and in return I get a free pastry. Visions of a bran muffins danced in my head as the cashier pushed the button for the receipt. I knew by the length of the receipt, I was a winner. I’d have my free bran muffin.
What puzzles me is are the ads I see when I watch TV., Whether it’s the content, the visuals, or both the ads are tailored made for me. I wonder where they got all the information about me.
