Basics of Marketing

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Which of the following best describes the role of 'Promotion' within the 4 Ps of marketing?

  • Ensuring the product meets all regulatory standards.
  • Identifying where the product will be sold to consumers.
  • Determining the cost of producing the product.
  • Communicating the value of the product to the target market. (correct)

A company uses print advertisements, television commercials, and radio spots as part of its marketing strategy. Which type of marketing is the company employing?

  • Influencer Marketing
  • Content Marketing
  • Traditional Marketing (correct)
  • Digital Marketing

A company segments its market based on lifestyle, values, and personality traits. Which type of market segmentation is the company using?

  • Psychographic Segmentation (correct)
  • Geographic Segmentation
  • Demographic Segmentation
  • Behavioral Segmentation

A company analyzes consumer purchase habits and brand loyalty to target specific marketing messages. Which type of market segmentation is being used?

<p>Behavioral Segmentation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A company seeks to create a perception of their product as superior to competitors in the minds of consumers. Which marketing strategy is being employed?

<p>Positioning (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Offering discounts, coupons, and giveaways would fall under which of the following?

<p>Sales Promotion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following focuses on developing an understanding of consumer attitudes and behaviors through interviews and focus groups?

<p>Qualitative Research (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Optimizing website content to improve search engine rankings would be an example of which of the following?

<p>SEO (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Measuring the percentage of impressions that lead to a click is an example of which of the following?

<p>CTR (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Attention, Interest, Desire, and Action, represent the stages of which of the following?

<p>AIDA Model (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Marketing

Promoting, selling, and distributing products/services, including activities like advertising and delivering to consumers.

The 4 Ps of Marketing

Product, Price, Place, Promotion.

Digital Marketing

Marketing through online platforms, search engines and social media.

Market Segmentation

Dividing a broad market into subgroups based on shared characteristics.

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Consumer Behavior

Understanding how consumers make purchasing decisions and interact with brands.

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Branding

Creating a unique identity for a product or company.

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Positioning

Creating a specific image for a product in the consumer's mind.

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Differentiation

Making a product or service stand out from the competition.

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Advertising

Paid communication to promote a product or service.

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AIDA Model

Stages a consumer goes through before a purchase: Attention, Interest, Desire, Action.

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Study Notes

Definition of Marketing

  • Marketing involves promoting, selling, and distributing goods/services.
  • Marketing includes advertising, selling, and delivering items to consumers/businesses.

The 4 Ps of Marketing

  • Product refers to what is being sold.
  • Place refers to where the product is sold.
  • Price is how much the product costs.
  • Promotion refers to how the product is advertised and communicated.

Types of Marketing

  • Traditional marketing uses print ads, TV, and radio commercials.
  • Digital Marketing uses online platforms like social media, search engines, and email.
  • Content marketing attracts customers via valuable content.
  • Influencer marketing promotes products by partnering with influencers.

Market Segmentation

  • Market segmentation divides a broad consumer/business market into subgroups.
  • Segmentation is based on shared consumer characteristics.
  • Demographic segmentation is based on age, gender, income, and education.
  • Geographic segmentation considers location, like country, city, and climate.
  • Psychographic Segmentation considers lifestyle, personality, and values.
  • Behavioral Segmentation considers purchase habits and brand loyalty.

Consumer Behavior

  • Consumer behavior includes understanding purchasing decisions, influencing factors (price, quality, brand), and brand interactions.

Marketing Strategies

  • Branding creates a unique product/company identity.
  • Positioning creates a specific image/identity for a product relative to competitors.
  • Differentiation makes a product/service stand out.

Marketing Channels

  • Direct marketing communicates directly via email, phone, or mail.
  • Retail marketing focuses on selling products directly to consumers in retail.
  • Affiliate marketing promotes another's products for a commission.

Advertising & Promotion

  • Advertising is paid communication to promote a product/service.
  • Sales promotions are short-term incentives (discounts, coupons, giveaways).
  • Public Relations (PR) manages image and reputation through media and non-paid channels.

Marketing Research

  • Market research gathers/analyzes/interprets market information including target audience, competitors, and the industry.
  • Qualitative research provides in-depth understanding of consumer attitudes/behaviors (interviews, focus groups).
  • Quantitative research uses numerical data/statistics for decision-making (surveys, polls).

Digital Marketing Terms

  • SEO (Search Engine Optimization) optimizes online content for higher search engine rankings.
  • PPC (Pay-Per-Click) involves advertisers paying a fee when their ad is clicked.
  • Social Media Marketing uses platforms to promote a product, service, or brand.

Ethical Marketing

  • Ethical marketing promotes products/services responsibly, respectfully, and considerately of consumer rights.

Marketing Metrics and KPIs

  • ROI (Return on Investment) measures the profitability of marketing.
  • CTR (Click-Through Rate) is the percentage of ad viewers who click the ad.
  • Conversion Rate is the percentage of visitors taking a desired action (buy, sign-up).
  • Customer Lifetime Value (CLV) predicts net profit from the customer relationship.

Common Marketing Theories

  • AIDA Model represents consumer purchase stages: Attention, Interest, Desire, Action.
  • SWOT Analysis evaluates Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats.
  • AI and Machine Learning personalizes marketing efforts.
  • Sustainability Marketing focuses on environmentally friendly promotions.
  • Omnichannel Marketing creates a seamless customer experience across platforms/devices.

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