Why Human Instinct?
At Human Instinct we deliver insight to help brands overcome challenges that data analysis alone cannot solve.
Being human, our instinct is to communicate, inspire and tell each other stories. It’s this inherent desire to connect that allows us to innovate and create.
As A.I. allows us to replicate, imitate and be more analytical, The Human Instinct delivers the critical human-based input that provides context, balance, and creativity to innovate brand thinking. We provide Human-based qualitative insight and intelligence to stimulate new ideas, better thinking and more informed decision making.
Within an increasingly data driven environment, the Human-i represents the place where data, insight and wisdom meet.

“I am an optimist. Anyone interested in the future has to be, otherwise he would simply shoot himself.”
~ Arthur C Clarke

About us
We’re a collective of can-do, agile researchers versed in advanced qualitative and quantitative insight. With 20+ years’ experience garnered across the Automotive, Financial, FMCG and technology arenas, our purpose is to give companies and brands a deep and meaningful understanding of their customers. Because we believe brands need genuinely breakthrough insights to thrive and grow.
We operate globally, based out of our offices in central London.

Our Talent

Client Feedback
“The first person I turn to on all-matters research. That’s because I know that Ian will have an intelligent, insightful, and practical perspective that means you end up with work that takes you further and deeper than you realised you could go”
- Ben Rachel, Head of Strategy at KROW Group
“Ian is quite simply brilliant at what he does. His vision, strategic thinking, execution and interpretation of Research and Insight is extraordinary. He works within his agency to not only work for us as a client and supports our business every step of the way.”
-Nicola Young, CMO, Genaura
“Their strategic vision and Insight were instrumental in shaping our report’s direction and content. Ian’s ability to analyse complex global trends and translate them into actionable strategies was invaluable, ensuring that our findings were not only thorough but also impactful”
- Valentin Dinca, Brand Integrity and Corporate Responsibility, JT International
“Their output is always both complete, insightful and well-presented – gaining praise from across the management and executive team. I’ve no hesitation in working with them”
- Nick O'Connor, Global Marketing Director, Koddi
