Entrepreneurship Reviewer 3rd Edition
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What is the primary function of a brand name?

  • To provide detailed product information.
  • To create emotional connections with customers.
  • To promote cost savings through coupons.
  • To distinguish a seller's goods or services. (correct)

Which of the following is NOT identified as a core area in the provided commonly used branding strategies?

  • Consistency
  • Scalability (correct)
  • Employee Involvement
  • Purpose

According to the provided text, the main goal of packaging to is which of these options?

  • To solely merge unit loads for efficient shipping.
  • To only provide a means of identification for the product.
  • To reduce waste and promote recycling.
  • To provide both protection and promotion of a product. (correct)

Which of these is NOT an example of the 'people' aspect of the marketing mix?

<p>The company's brochure. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What key balance does Kevin Budelmann suggest is necessary for effective identity programs?

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Which of the following best describes a 'Fabian' entrepreneur?

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Which of the following best represents a sociocultural force in a business context?

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Which of the following is NOT a personality trait generally associated with successful entrepreneurs?

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An entrepreneur who is able to 'entice people to buy', demonstrates which personality trait?

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What is the primary focus of systematic innovation's first four sources of opportunity?

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In the context of entrepreneurial opportunities, Drucker's theory suggests that failures can be a source of:

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What is the 'Entrepreneurial Gut Game' primarily referring to?

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Which of these is considered an externally focused source of entrepreneurial opportunity?

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What does entrepreneurial 'heart flame' represent?

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Which of the following is NOT considered an environmental factor that can affect entrepreneurship?

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How does a technological environment influence entrepreneurial opportunities?

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An entrepreneur who 'sees opportunities in a positive and optimistic way, even in difficult situations,' demonstrates:

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What is a product opportunity?

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Which of these is NOT a primary source identified for entrepreneurial opportunities?

<p>Personal relationships with other business owners (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Government's programs and policies:

<p>Can be a source of new business ideas. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NOT considered an industry environmental factor, according to the text?

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Which marketing element is most concerned with the location where goods or services are exchanged?

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A distribution channel involving a producer, a retailer, and then a consumer is considered what type of channel?

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What pricing strategy involves setting prices slightly below a rounded number?

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Which strategy involves a company selling additional products alongside a basic core product?

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When a company adds a fixed sum or percentage to the total cost to determine a selling price, it's using?

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Which pricing method primarily sets prices based on consumer perception?

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In a three-stage distribution channel, which entity directly sells to the consumer?

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Which of the following is NOT a described service sector in the provided content?

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Which channel is described as having no intermediary levels?

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What is the primary purpose of penetration pricing strategy?

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Which marketing mix element represents the value of money in exchange for a product or service?

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A company uses competitor prices as a reference and does not base its prices on their own costs. Which strategy is the company adopting?

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What is the description of bundle pricing?

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What is the key difference between advertising and public relations?

<p>Advertising focuses on paid messages, while PR relies on unpaid editorial content. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is a correct description of personal selling?

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What is the primary focus that businesses should adopt, as mentioned in the text?

<p>Concentrating on maximizing wallet share. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the stages in the 5-stage personal selling process

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What is a key trait of successful entrepreneurs when it comes to business opportunities?

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Besides spotting an opportunity, what is needed to successfully convert an idea into a business?

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What should businesses prioritize when starting, according to the text?

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What does 'derived demand' refer to, in the context of different types of goods?

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When considering the 'Marketing Mix', which of the following represents the initial focus?

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According to the provided content, what does a marketing plan need to consider in relation to its target audience?

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Which of the following characteristics best describes the purchase of consumer goods, as indicated in the content?

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Flashcards

Entrepreneurial Mind Frame

The ability to see, understand, and seize new opportunities.

Entrepreneurial Heart Flame

Fueled by passion and seeking satisfaction in the journey of discovery.

Entrepreneurial Gut Game

Utilizing intuition and gut feelings to make decisions.

Decisive

An entrepreneur must be able to make firm decisions quickly and confidently.

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Risk-taker

Willingness to take calculated risks to achieve goals.

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Persuasion

The entrepreneur can persuade others to buy even if they are not initially interested in the product or service.

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A Planner

Creating plans before action, and diligently monitoring progress.

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Problem Solver

The ability to identify, analyze, and address challenges.

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Wallet Share

The amount of money your business takes in from customers.

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Market Size

The total potential audience interested in your product or service.

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Customer Profile

Understanding who your ideal customer is, including their interests, needs, and buying habits.

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Personal Similarities

Shared traits, like education, career, or income, among your target customers.

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Derived Demand

The demand for business goods is based on the demand for consumer goods.

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Consumer Goods

Physical goods that are bought and used by individuals.

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Services

Services delivered and consumed by individuals.

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Products Meet Customer Needs

Products are designed to meet the specific needs, wants, and preferences of customers.

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Product Opportunity

A business opportunity arises when there's a gap between existing products and potential for new or improved ones driven by emerging trends.

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Systematic Innovation

This concept involves a systematic process of seeking out innovative opportunities from various sources, both internal and external to the business and industry.

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The Unexpected

Unexpected events, whether successes, failures, or external occurrences, can present opportunities for an entrepreneur.

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Demographics

Changes in a population's age, status, race, or sex can create new needs and markets for businesses.

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Changes in Perception

Changes in people's perceptions, moods, and values can influence consumer behavior and create new opportunities.

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New Knowledge

New knowledge, both scientific and non-scientific, can lead to innovative products and services.

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Existing Market Analysis

Entrepreneurs can identify opportunities by analyzing existing markets and finding gaps or unmet needs.

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Government's Thrust and Policies

The government's policies, programs, and initiatives can create opportunities for new businesses or industries.

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Psychological Pricing

A pricing strategy where prices are set slightly lower than rounded numbers to create the illusion of a bargain. For example, a price of $9.99 instead of $10.00.

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Cost-Plus Pricing

A pricing method that involves adding a markup to the direct cost of producing goods and services to determine the selling price. The markup covers manufacturing costs, overhead, and profit.

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Value Based Pricing

A pricing method where the price is based on the perceived value of the product or service. This considers factors like brand reputation, quality, and customer willingness to pay.

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Place (in Marketing)

The location or channel through which buyers and sellers exchange goods or services. It's the process of getting a product from the producer to the consumer.

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Stages of Distribution Channel

The stages involved in moving a product from the producer to the consumer. This can include wholesalers and retailers.

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Optional Pricing

A marketing strategy that involves selling additional products or services related to the main product. This is common in industries like technology and entertainment.

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Value-Based Pricing

A pricing approach where the price is set primarily on the consumer's perceived value of the product or service. This considers factors like brand reputation, quality, and customer willingness to pay.

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Promotion (in Marketing)

The process of communicating the value of a product or service to potential customers through various mediums like advertising, public relations, and social media.

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What is Branding?

Branding is a long-term marketing strategy that focuses on building a strong and unique identity for your product or service in the minds of your target audience. It encompasses various elements like your brand name, logo, messaging, and overall experience.

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What is a Brand's Purpose?

A brand's purpose is its guiding force, outlining why it exists and what it aims to achieve. It can be functional, like providing a specific solution, or intentional, with a broader societal impact.

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Why is Brand Consistency Important?

Consistency in branding involves maintaining a unified and recognizable look, voice, and message across all touchpoints, ensuring a consistent customer experience.

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How does Emotion Play a Role in Branding?

Emotional branding aims to evoke specific emotions, values, and associations with your brand. This fosters a deep connection with customers and builds loyalty.

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What is the Role of Packaging in Marketing?

Packaging, often referred to as the 'silent hero' of marketing, plays a crucial role in protecting the product, conveying information, and enhancing its overall appeal. It can be a powerful tool in branding and marketing.

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What is the price in the marketing mix?

The price is the amount of money customers pay for a product or service. It's a crucial part of the marketing mix because it directly impacts revenue and profitability.

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What is penetration pricing?

Penetration pricing involves setting a low price initially to gain market share quickly. It's often used for new products entering a competitive market.

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What is skimming pricing?

Skimming pricing involves setting a high initial price to attract early adopters and maximize profits. The price is gradually lowered as the product matures.

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What is competition pricing?

Competition pricing is when a business sets its prices based on the prices of its competitors. It's a common strategy in highly competitive markets.

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What is product line pricing?

Product line pricing involves establishing a price range for a group of related products. It helps create a consistent pricing strategy across a product family.

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What is bundle pricing?

Bundle pricing combines multiple products or services into a single package at a discounted price. It can encourage higher sales and attract customers seeking value.

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What is public relations?

Public relations (PR) involves building positive relationships between a company and its stakeholders. It's a free form of marketing that relies on earned media coverage.

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What is personal selling?

Personal selling involves direct interaction between a salesperson and a potential customer. It's a personalized approach to selling that can build relationships and address specific needs.

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Study Notes

Entrepreneurship Reviewer 3rd Edition Study Notes

  • Entrepreneurship is encouraged by the economy as it creates many opportunities for the unemployed.

Relevance of Entrepreneurship to an Organization

  • Development of Managerial Capabilities: Entrepreneurs develop valuable management skills.
  • Creation of Organizations: Entrepreneurship leads to the establishment of new organizations.
  • Improvement in Standard of Living: Entrepreneurship can improve the economic well-being of individuals.
  • Economic Development: It benefits not only entrepreneurs but also the surrounding community.

Concept of Entrepreneurship

  • The term "entrepreneur" comes from the French word "entreprendre," meaning "to undertake."
  • Entrepreneurs create enterprises through the act of entrepreneurship.
  • Entrepreneurs are innovators and are willing to take risks to create profitable and unique ideas.

Factors Affecting Entrepreneurship

  • Personality Factors:
    • Initiative: Taking action before being told.
    • Proactive: Identifying and seizing opportunities.
    • Problem Solver: Maintaining good relationships and resolving problems.
    • Perseverance: Continuing despite obstacles.
    • Persuasion: Influencing others to accept ideas.
    • Planner: Making and monitoring plans.
    • Risk Taker: Willing to gamble, albeit calculatedly.
  • Environmental Factors: Political, economic, social, and market conditions impact entrepreneurship.

Common Competencies in Entrepreneurship

  • Decisive: Making firm decisions.
  • Communicator: Possessing persuasive and strong communication skills.
  • Leader: Inspiring and guiding employees.
  • Opportunity Seeker: Identifying and capitalizing on business prospects.
  • Proactive: Controlling a situation by preparation.
  • Risk Taker: Willing to embrace challenges for business ventures.

Core Competencies in Entrepreneurship

  • Economic and Dynamic Activity: Includes the creation and management of enterprises.
  • Innovative: Constantly seeking new, meaningful ideas.
  • Profit Potential: Financial gain from the business.
  • Risk Bearing: Accepting the potential loss of capital.

Innovative, Imitating and Fabian Entrepreneurship

  • Innovative Entrepreneurs: Create entirely new things.
  • Imitating Entrepreneurs: Follow the ideas of others.
  • Fabian Entrepreneurs: Skeptical about changes and hesitant about innovating.

Essentials in Entrepreneurs' Opportunity Seeking

  • Entrepreneurial Mind Frame: Positive and optimistic outlook.
  • Entrepreneurial Heart Flame: Driven by passion and a desire for discovery.
  • Entrepreneurial Gut Game: Intuitive decision-making.
  • Sources of Opportunities:
    • Environmental changes.
    • Technological advancements.
    • Government policies and programs.
    • Public interest.
    • Past experiences.

Changes in the Environment

  • Entrepreneurial ideas often arise from external environmental shifts.

External Environment of Businesses

  • Physical Environment: Factors like climate, natural resources, and wildlife.
  • Societal Environment: Political, economic, and social factors influence operational aspects.
  • Industry Environment: Competition, customers, creditors, employees, and government play critical roles.
    • Technological advancements
    • Government initiatives
    • Public Interest
    • Past Experiences

Internal and External Focus

  • Changes in the organization or its markets, both internally and externally, result in opportunities.

Market Needs

  • Understanding client preferences, desires, and requirements is crucial for success.
  • Size of the Market
  • Customer Profile
  • Personal Similarities in Market
  • Cultural Considerations
  • Special Interests

Market Research Importance

  • Better Understanding of Customers
  • Understanding Competitors
  • Product Testing
  • Business Growth Potential
  • Avoiding Business Failures

Business Plan Fundamentals

  • A written document outlining the business, sales strategies, and financials.
  • A business concept includes the service/product, target market, and unique aspects.
  • A product opportunity is a gap in the market for new or enhanced products based on present trends.

Business Opportunity Discovery

  • Unexpected Events: Success, failure, or external factors can spark ideas.
  • Demographics: Population shifts and changes in consumer characteristics.
  • Changing Perceptions: Shifts in consumer thought processes; understanding these can pinpoint opportunities.
  • Technological Advancments

Design Thinking

  • A human-centered approach using design tools to integrate customer needs.

Ideation and Implementation

  • Ideation: The process of generating, refining, and testing solutions.
  • Implementation: The path to incorporating project ideas.

Positioning, Segmentation and Targeting

  • Positioning: Establishing an image in the market.
  • Segmentation: Dividing the market into distinct customer groups.
  • Targeting: Focusing marketing efforts on specific segments.

Marketing Mix (7Ps)

  • Product: Any good or service to satisfy consumer wants, needs and desires.
  • Place: Location of product exchange (distribution).
  • Price: Value of the good or service.
  • Promotional Mix: Different communication channels (advertising, public relations, etc.)
  • People: People involved in the process (employees, customers, etc.)
  • Packaging: Protection and promotion elements.
  • Positioning: The brand image associated with a target audience.

Sales Promotion Techniques

  • Free Gifts: Attract customers with free items.
  • Free Samples: Offer a chance to try new products.
  • Free Trials: Allow consumers to experience a product without risk.
  • Customer Contests: Generate engagement with prizes.
  • Special Pricing: Provide temporary discounted offers.
  • Direct Marketing: Reaching customers through various methods without intermediaries.

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