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What is a major challenge of behavioral segmentation?
What is a major challenge of behavioral segmentation?
What does psychographic segmentation primarily focus on?
What does psychographic segmentation primarily focus on?
Which element is NOT typically included in a customer persona?
Which element is NOT typically included in a customer persona?
What is one use of the customer persona in marketing strategy?
What is one use of the customer persona in marketing strategy?
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Which of the following is an example of lifestyle segmentation?
Which of the following is an example of lifestyle segmentation?
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Why is customer segmentation critical for entrepreneurs?
Why is customer segmentation critical for entrepreneurs?
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What is a consequence of defining customer segments too broadly?
What is a consequence of defining customer segments too broadly?
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Which customer segment is likely to have distinct needs in an e-commerce store?
Which customer segment is likely to have distinct needs in an e-commerce store?
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What type of segmentation divides markets based on characteristics such as age and income?
What type of segmentation divides markets based on characteristics such as age and income?
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Which segmentation method is focused on where customers are located?
Which segmentation method is focused on where customers are located?
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What does the 80/20 rule suggest in the context of behavioral segmentation?
What does the 80/20 rule suggest in the context of behavioral segmentation?
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Which of the following is NOT a demographic segmentation variable?
Which of the following is NOT a demographic segmentation variable?
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What is the primary purpose of identifying customer segments?
What is the primary purpose of identifying customer segments?
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Study Notes
Go to Market Strategies - Customer and Buyer Personas
- Customer segmentation is vital for effectively targeting the right customer with the correct benefits
- Many entrepreneurs define customer segments too broadly, leading to limited market reach
- Tailored value propositions are crucial; understanding customer needs, desires, and pain points allows for customized value propositions
- Aligning your product/service with specific customer needs creates market fit
- Identifying customer segments helps narrow down the target audience and allocate resources for effective delivery
- Examples of customer segments include digital marketing companies targeting small, mid-sized, and large businesses and e-commerce stores with individual, reseller, and corporate buyers
- Healthcare clinics may segment customers into pediatric, adult, and senior groups requiring specialized care
Market Segmentation Bases
- Marketers segment the market using consumer characteristics influencing buying behavior.
- Demographic segmentation considers characteristics like age, gender, income, education, marital status, and family size.
- Geographic segmentation divides markets based on nations, regions, states, and neighborhoods; marketers pay attention to regional variations in goods and services
- Behavioral segmentation categorizes customers based on their actions; includes usage rate, loyalty, and purchase occasions (e.g. wedding, business trip)
- The 80/20 rule suggests that 20% of very loyal customers account for 80% of total demand
- Psychographic segmentation analyzes psychological traits, motivations, and attitudes related to consumer behavior
Customer Persona
- A customer persona is a detailed profile of a target customer, encompassing demographics, lifestyle details and needs/wants.
- Personas help with product/service design, distribution channels, and customer attraction strategies
- Emphasize creating a real person, including name, age, status, and as much demographic details as possible
- Examples of customer profiles were provided for a wedding cake shop and 10-year homeowners seeking a remodel
In-Class Assignment
- Students are to complete buyer persona worksheets in groups of 3-4
- Students should collect details such as name, age, job, education, marital status, location, lifestyle, needs/wants, and problems/frustrations
- Students are to suggest a suitable product or service to address customer problems.
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This quiz explores key concepts around customer and buyer personas, emphasizing the importance of customer segmentation for targeted marketing strategies. Learn how tailored value propositions and specific customer needs can enhance market fit and effectively reach diverse audiences. Ideal for entrepreneurs and marketers looking to refine their approach.
