Michael W. Link, PhD
@mlink01.bsky.social
Research Consultant | Former AAPOR President | Hiker | Drone Pilot | Concerned Climate Citizen
Passionate about data-driven insights & intersection of AI and public attitudes … Views are my own.
Visit: www.MichaelLinkRC.com
Passionate about data-driven insights & intersection of AI and public attitudes … Views are my own.
Visit: www.MichaelLinkRC.com
In Chicago to deliver a keynote at NielsenIQ on Inspirational Leadership—but first, priorities.
I usually grab Chicago dogs from Portillo’s after landing at O’Hare, but this time I went deep — with a loaded deep dish from Giordano’s.
What’s your must-have when you’re in the Windy City?
I usually grab Chicago dogs from Portillo’s after landing at O’Hare, but this time I went deep — with a loaded deep dish from Giordano’s.
What’s your must-have when you’re in the Windy City?
May 29, 2025 at 9:12 PM
In Chicago to deliver a keynote at NielsenIQ on Inspirational Leadership—but first, priorities.
I usually grab Chicago dogs from Portillo’s after landing at O’Hare, but this time I went deep — with a loaded deep dish from Giordano’s.
What’s your must-have when you’re in the Windy City?
I usually grab Chicago dogs from Portillo’s after landing at O’Hare, but this time I went deep — with a loaded deep dish from Giordano’s.
What’s your must-have when you’re in the Windy City?
Leadership doesn’t start w a title — it begins long before anyone calls you a leader. Every moment you stepped up — at home, school, or work — shaped your journey.
How did your journey evolve? Share your perspectives!
My new blog: www.linkedin.com/pulse/leader...
#Leadership #CareerGrowth
How did your journey evolve? Share your perspectives!
My new blog: www.linkedin.com/pulse/leader...
#Leadership #CareerGrowth
April 10, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Leadership doesn’t start w a title — it begins long before anyone calls you a leader. Every moment you stepped up — at home, school, or work — shaped your journey.
How did your journey evolve? Share your perspectives!
My new blog: www.linkedin.com/pulse/leader...
#Leadership #CareerGrowth
How did your journey evolve? Share your perspectives!
My new blog: www.linkedin.com/pulse/leader...
#Leadership #CareerGrowth
At #CIPHER conference in DC, reconnecting with brilliant social scientists and discussing probability panels. Important work that enhances how we measure attitudes & behaviors to inform policy and decision-making. And bringing us together during this critical & uncertain time is essential!
February 27, 2025 at 3:32 PM
At #CIPHER conference in DC, reconnecting with brilliant social scientists and discussing probability panels. Important work that enhances how we measure attitudes & behaviors to inform policy and decision-making. And bringing us together during this critical & uncertain time is essential!
Excited to connect at the CIPHER Conference in DC (Feb 26-28, USC DC Campus)! I’ll be speaking on the intersection of panel surveys & generative AI—looking forward to great discussions!
CIPHER = Current Innovations in Probability-based Household Internet Panel Research!
#Survey #GenerativeAI
CIPHER = Current Innovations in Probability-based Household Internet Panel Research!
#Survey #GenerativeAI
February 25, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Excited to connect at the CIPHER Conference in DC (Feb 26-28, USC DC Campus)! I’ll be speaking on the intersection of panel surveys & generative AI—looking forward to great discussions!
CIPHER = Current Innovations in Probability-based Household Internet Panel Research!
#Survey #GenerativeAI
CIPHER = Current Innovations in Probability-based Household Internet Panel Research!
#Survey #GenerativeAI
February 21, 2025 at 3:55 PM
February 15, 2025 at 4:22 AM
Here’s a list of Department of Education program contracts that #DOGE has reportedly canceled. I haven’t seen official confirmation of these, but it includes many well-known research and evaluation contracts. #NCES #Education
February 12, 2025 at 2:43 AM
Here’s a list of Department of Education program contracts that #DOGE has reportedly canceled. I haven’t seen official confirmation of these, but it includes many well-known research and evaluation contracts. #NCES #Education
Here is what I have seen posted but have not myself confirmed.
February 12, 2025 at 2:40 AM
Here is what I have seen posted but have not myself confirmed.
… the “spork” was invented by Samuel Francis in 1874. Designed as a multipurpose utensil for general dining convenience, particularly suited for:
1. Hospitals and Medical Use
2. Restaurants and Cafeterias
3. Travelers and Outdoor Eaters
Dept of Ed was est. in 1979 …
1. Hospitals and Medical Use
2. Restaurants and Cafeterias
3. Travelers and Outdoor Eaters
Dept of Ed was est. in 1979 …
February 9, 2025 at 4:05 AM
… the “spork” was invented by Samuel Francis in 1874. Designed as a multipurpose utensil for general dining convenience, particularly suited for:
1. Hospitals and Medical Use
2. Restaurants and Cafeterias
3. Travelers and Outdoor Eaters
Dept of Ed was est. in 1979 …
1. Hospitals and Medical Use
2. Restaurants and Cafeterias
3. Travelers and Outdoor Eaters
Dept of Ed was est. in 1979 …
Why #NOAA Matters! Their work impacts daily life:
✅ Weather Alerts – Tracks storms & disasters
✅ Ocean Navigation – Helps ships travel safely
✅ Climate Research – Studies weather & air quality
✅ Emergency Response – Aids in search & rescue
✅ Weather Alerts – Tracks storms & disasters
✅ Ocean Navigation – Helps ships travel safely
✅ Climate Research – Studies weather & air quality
✅ Emergency Response – Aids in search & rescue
February 7, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Why #NOAA Matters! Their work impacts daily life:
✅ Weather Alerts – Tracks storms & disasters
✅ Ocean Navigation – Helps ships travel safely
✅ Climate Research – Studies weather & air quality
✅ Emergency Response – Aids in search & rescue
✅ Weather Alerts – Tracks storms & disasters
✅ Ocean Navigation – Helps ships travel safely
✅ Climate Research – Studies weather & air quality
✅ Emergency Response – Aids in search & rescue
The U.S. spends more on healthcare than any other country—17% of GDP—yet Americans live years less than people in Canada, France, or Japan. More spending ≠ better health. So where’s the money going? #Healthcare #LifeExpectancy
February 7, 2025 at 4:47 PM
The U.S. spends more on healthcare than any other country—17% of GDP—yet Americans live years less than people in Canada, France, or Japan. More spending ≠ better health. So where’s the money going? #Healthcare #LifeExpectancy
A good boy waiting to go hiking … where will adventure take us today?!
January 26, 2025 at 4:26 PM
A good boy waiting to go hiking … where will adventure take us today?!
Had a bit of fun with AI and asked my good friend ‘ChadGPT’ to give my old profile pic a makeover for Blue Sky—a fresh start on a new platform! A little ‘greyer’ (still hoping to hold onto brunette status up top a few more years), but I’m loving the stylin’ vibe. Wishing y’all an amazing weekend!
January 25, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Had a bit of fun with AI and asked my good friend ‘ChadGPT’ to give my old profile pic a makeover for Blue Sky—a fresh start on a new platform! A little ‘greyer’ (still hoping to hold onto brunette status up top a few more years), but I’m loving the stylin’ vibe. Wishing y’all an amazing weekend!
Had a bit of fun with AI and asked my good friend ‘ChadGPT’ to give my old profile pic a makeover for Blue Sky—a fresh start on a new platform! A little ‘greyer’ (still hoping to hold onto brunette status up top a few more years), but I’m loving the stylin’ vibe. Wishing y’all an amazing weekend!
January 25, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Had a bit of fun with AI and asked my good friend ‘ChadGPT’ to give my old profile pic a makeover for Blue Sky—a fresh start on a new platform! A little ‘greyer’ (still hoping to hold onto brunette status up top a few more years), but I’m loving the stylin’ vibe. Wishing y’all an amazing weekend!
Are “Foodie pics” okay on Blue Sky, if it’s homemade? 😃
Rigatoni with Carrot Essence Cubes, English Peas, and Cannellini Beans
The gelled “Carrot Essence” cubes made from fresh, seasoned carrot juice and agar-agar.
Rigatoni with Carrot Essence Cubes, English Peas, and Cannellini Beans
The gelled “Carrot Essence” cubes made from fresh, seasoned carrot juice and agar-agar.
January 4, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Are “Foodie pics” okay on Blue Sky, if it’s homemade? 😃
Rigatoni with Carrot Essence Cubes, English Peas, and Cannellini Beans
The gelled “Carrot Essence” cubes made from fresh, seasoned carrot juice and agar-agar.
Rigatoni with Carrot Essence Cubes, English Peas, and Cannellini Beans
The gelled “Carrot Essence” cubes made from fresh, seasoned carrot juice and agar-agar.
At 84 & 82, Ringo & Paul still have it — if you haven’t seen their take on shelter Skelter to close McCartney’s recent tour, you need to — these guys still know how rock!! #Beatles
December 22, 2024 at 3:19 AM
At 84 & 82, Ringo & Paul still have it — if you haven’t seen their take on shelter Skelter to close McCartney’s recent tour, you need to — these guys still know how rock!! #Beatles
New tradition in the Link household — “Birthday Galaktoboureko”!
December 16, 2024 at 3:10 AM
New tradition in the Link household — “Birthday Galaktoboureko”!
On Link Mountain the family elves and gnomes are out to celebrate Christmas! Can you tell who is who?! #Christmas #Christmas2024
December 15, 2024 at 2:47 AM
On Link Mountain the family elves and gnomes are out to celebrate Christmas! Can you tell who is who?! #Christmas #Christmas2024
New pewresearch.org findings highlight stark divisions on the #ClimateCrisis: Republicans and Democrats remain deeply polarized in their views. If we can’t agree on the problem, how can we ever unite on solutions?
December 10, 2024 at 1:54 PM
New pewresearch.org findings highlight stark divisions on the #ClimateCrisis: Republicans and Democrats remain deeply polarized in their views. If we can’t agree on the problem, how can we ever unite on solutions?
Great music video or greatest? The Who’s live performance of Won’t Get Fooled Again is pure power and magic! Moon’s frenzied drumming, Daltrey’s iconic scream, Entwistle’s thunderous bass, and Townshend’s legendary leap—rock perfection! #Music
November 23, 2024 at 5:08 AM
Great music video or greatest? The Who’s live performance of Won’t Get Fooled Again is pure power and magic! Moon’s frenzied drumming, Daltrey’s iconic scream, Entwistle’s thunderous bass, and Townshend’s legendary leap—rock perfection! #Music
Huge thank you to our amazing @Ipsos colleagues from across the US who joined us in DC for dynamic “hot spot” briefings! We dove into the latest innovations and approaches that keep us at the cutting edge. In this fast-evolving landscape, staying sharp and connecting with the experts is everything!
November 20, 2024 at 9:45 PM
Huge thank you to our amazing @Ipsos colleagues from across the US who joined us in DC for dynamic “hot spot” briefings! We dove into the latest innovations and approaches that keep us at the cutting edge. In this fast-evolving landscape, staying sharp and connecting with the experts is everything!
Back in DC for an action-packed week! Big announcements, fresh faces, and connecting with our amazing clients & partners. Stay tuned! ✨
November 18, 2024 at 4:18 PM
Back in DC for an action-packed week! Big announcements, fresh faces, and connecting with our amazing clients & partners. Stay tuned! ✨
Provocative question of the day: Should scholars use generative-AI to assist them with conducting peer-reviews of manuscripts for journals? #GenAI #AcademicWriting
November 18, 2024 at 2:22 PM
Provocative question of the day: Should scholars use generative-AI to assist them with conducting peer-reviews of manuscripts for journals? #GenAI #AcademicWriting