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What is the primary goal of marketing?
What is the primary goal of marketing?
- To attract new customers and retain existing ones (correct)
- To provide customer service
- To increase sales through advertising
- To create brand awareness
Marketing is only about selling and advertising.
Marketing is only about selling and advertising.
False (B)
What does the term 'market' refer to?
What does the term 'market' refer to?
The gathering place of buyers and sellers to conduct transactions.
The term 'market' comes from the Latin word '___', which means 'to trade.'
The term 'market' comes from the Latin word '___', which means 'to trade.'
Match the following companies with their marketing promises:
Match the following companies with their marketing promises:
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Primary goal of marketing?
Primary goal of marketing?
To attract new customers and keep the existing ones.
Marketing = selling & advertising only?
Marketing = selling & advertising only?
False. It involves a broader scope, research, and understanding customer needs.
What is a 'market'?
What is a 'market'?
A gathering place for buyers and sellers to conduct transactions.
Latin origin of 'market'?
Latin origin of 'market'?
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Study Notes
Marketing Fundamentals
- Marketing is about managing profitable customer relationships, focusing on attracting new customers and retaining existing ones.
- The dual goal of marketing includes promising superior value to attract new customers and delivering satisfaction to grow current customer relationships.
Definition of Market
- A "market" is a platform where buyers and sellers meet to conduct transactions, exchanging goods and services.
- The word "market" is derived from the Latin "Marcatus," meaning "to trade."
Examples of Retail Giants
- Wal-Mart and Big-Bazaar are prominent examples of successful retailers, known for their commitment to the slogan “Always low prices, Always!” which helps them attract and retain customers.
Comprehensive Definition of Marketing
- According to Philip Kotler, marketing is the process by which companies create value for customers and build strong customer relationships to receive value in return.
Expanded Perspective on Marketing
- Many view marketing as simply selling and advertising, but these are just the surface aspects of a broader concept.
- Modern marketing emphasizes understanding and satisfying customer needs rather than only focusing on making sales through "telling and selling."
- Successful marketing involves understanding consumer needs, developing highly valued products and services, and effectively pricing, distributing, and promoting them.
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