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Which of the following is NOT typically considered a reward of entrepreneurship?
Which of the following is NOT typically considered a reward of entrepreneurship?
A virtual business operates primarily through physical stores.
A virtual business operates primarily through physical stores.
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Which of the following is NOT a function of marketing?
Which of the following is NOT a function of marketing?
What is a business plan?
What is a business plan?
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A market is a group of products that share common features and uses.
A market is a group of products that share common features and uses.
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The _________ expresses the aspirations and goals of a company.
The _________ expresses the aspirations and goals of a company.
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Which of the following is a common challenge for entrepreneurs?
Which of the following is a common challenge for entrepreneurs?
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What type of plan addresses the potential risks to a business and how to minimize them?
What type of plan addresses the potential risks to a business and how to minimize them?
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The process of creating, promoting, and presenting goods or services to meet the wants and needs of customers is called _________.
The process of creating, promoting, and presenting goods or services to meet the wants and needs of customers is called _________.
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Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
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A small business is usually owned by many people.
A small business is usually owned by many people.
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Match the following business planning components with their descriptions:
Match the following business planning components with their descriptions:
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What is the purpose of the executive summary within a business plan?
What is the purpose of the executive summary within a business plan?
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What is a series of ad messages that share a single idea called?
What is a series of ad messages that share a single idea called?
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An ad agency focuses on creating advertisements for its clients.
An ad agency focuses on creating advertisements for its clients.
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What does CPM stand for in advertising metrics?
What does CPM stand for in advertising metrics?
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A ______ is a business that sells products over the internet.
A ______ is a business that sells products over the internet.
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Which of the following is NOT part of the marketing mix?
Which of the following is NOT part of the marketing mix?
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Market segmentation is the process of gathering and analyzing market information.
Market segmentation is the process of gathering and analyzing market information.
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What term describes selling goods directly from producers to consumers?
What term describes selling goods directly from producers to consumers?
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The __________ point is where total revenues equal total costs.
The __________ point is where total revenues equal total costs.
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Match the following advertising mediums with their descriptions:
Match the following advertising mediums with their descriptions:
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Which of the following is a reason companies advertise?
Which of the following is a reason companies advertise?
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Media planning involves selecting the advertising media and deciding when and where ads should appear.
Media planning involves selecting the advertising media and deciding when and where ads should appear.
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What is the primary focus of target marketing?
What is the primary focus of target marketing?
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Flashcards
Ad Campaign
Ad Campaign
A series of advertisements that share a single theme or idea.
Cost Per Thousand (CPM)
Cost Per Thousand (CPM)
The cost of showing an advertisement to 1000 people.
Click-and-Mortar
Click-and-Mortar
A company that sells products both online and through physical stores.
Retailer
Retailer
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E-Workforce
E-Workforce
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Competitive Analysis
Competitive Analysis
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Market
Market
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Marketing
Marketing
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Pricing
Pricing
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Distribution
Distribution
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Entrepreneur
Entrepreneur
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Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship
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Venture
Venture
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Small business
Small business
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Virtual or online business
Virtual or online business
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Business plan
Business plan
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Executive summary
Executive summary
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Management team plan
Management team plan
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Media planning
Media planning
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Medium
Medium
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Direct distribution
Direct distribution
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Indirect distribution
Indirect distribution
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Break-even point
Break-even point
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Marketing mix
Marketing mix
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Marketing concept
Marketing concept
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Market segmentation
Market segmentation
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Study Notes
Business Sheet
- Entrepreneur: A person who identifies a business opportunity, manages the process, and takes risks related to starting a business. Successful entrepreneurs often share similar characteristics.
- Entrepreneurship: The process of identifying a business opportunity, testing it, and securing resources to launch a venture.
- Venture: A new business enterprise, often involving risk.
- Small Business: An independently owned business, usually managed by the owner.
- Virtual/Online Business: A business operating solely on the internet. Advantages include easy shopping, attracting a large customer base, and accessibility for anyone with an internet connection.
- Rewards of Entrepreneurship: Being your own boss, doing what you enjoy, and the opportunity to be creative.
- Challenges of Entrepreneurship: Securing funding, complete responsibility (unlimited liability), long hours, uncertain income, risk of investment loss, and feeling alone/insecure.
- Questions to Consider Before Starting a Business: (important to understand; don't just memorize):
- What will you produce?
- Who are your main competitors?
- Why is your product/service needed?
- What is the cost of producing product/service?
- How many employees are needed?
- What physical facilities are needed?
Business Plan
- Business Plan: A comprehensive document outlining a new venture, covering its operational aspects.
- Business Plan Structure (16 Parts): The document includes an executive summary, management team, products/services, vision/mission, industry analysis, market analysis (competitor analysis), marketing strategy, operations plan, organizational structure, financial projections, growth plans, and contingency plans.
- Demographics: Population data including age, gender, location, and income. Factors crucial to understanding the target market.
- Market: A group of consumers with shared wants and needs.
- Marketing: The process of creating, promoting, and presenting products/services to fulfill customer needs. Key functions include distribution, finance, marketing information management, and pricing.
Marketing Mix
- Marketing Mix (4Ps): Strategies focused on Product, Place, Price, and Promotion, which are essential for a successful business. Importantly, one is also People (5th P).
- Channel of Distribution: A pathway taking a product from producer to customer. Direct distribution connects producers directly to consumers. Indirect distribution involves intermediaries.
- Break-Even Point: The point where total revenue equals total costs and expenses during development and offering a product.
- Marketing Research: Gathering and analyzing data about the market to help create a better product based on needs and trends.
- Market Segmentation: Dividing a market into distinct groups based on shared needs and characteristics.
- Market Segmentation: Dividing a market based on common characteristics, allowing targeted marketing strategies.
- Advertising: Promoting or publicizing goods/services to increase interest and sales.
- Benefits of Advertising: Generating brand loyalty, building a positive company image, attracting new customers, increasing customer traffic, keeping consumers informed, and generating revenue.
Other Important Aspects
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Media Planning: The process of selecting channels for advertising and defining their timing and placement.
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Medium: Methods used for advertising communication including billboards, magazines, radio, television, direct mail, and the internet. Methods also including Transit (advertisements in public places).
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Advertising Agencies: Businesses specializing in developing ad campaigns for clients.
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Ad Campaigns: Coordinated series of ads with a single message and theme.
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Media Measurements: Factors like audience size, impression counts, frequency of exposure, and cost-per-thousand (CPM) are used to evaluate advertising effectiveness and adjust campaign strategies.
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Advertising Rates: Factors influencing newspaper/magazine ad costs including ad size, readership/reach, frequency, and timing.
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Technology: Advancements in technology, such as e-workforce, digital technology, and e-commerce, are crucial to a business's success.
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Brick-and-Mortar: Businesses using physical stores.
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Click-and-Mortar: Businesses using both physical locations and online platforms.
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Retailer: Individuals or businesses selling goods directly to consumers.
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Test your understanding of key entrepreneurship concepts, including the roles of entrepreneurs, the nature of small businesses, and the challenges and rewards associated with starting a venture. This quiz will cover essential terms and ideas that every budding entrepreneur should know.