Focus Group Guide
Instruments · PDF template
Setup
6–10 participants, 60–90 minutes.
Moderator + note-taker.
Consent and recording permissions.
Ground Rules
One person speaks at a time.
All views are welcome; there are no wrong answers.
Respect confidentiality within the group.
Opening
Introductions and an easy warm-up question.
Discussion Topics
Topic 1 — key prompt + follow-ups
Topic 2 — key prompt + follow-ups
Topic 3 — key prompt + follow-ups
Wrap-up
Summarise key points and check for agreement.
Final thoughts from each participant.
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