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Which of the following is an example of the factual approach to marketing?
Which of the following is an example of the factual approach to marketing?
- A perfume advertisement highlighting the emotions of love and passion
- A cosmetics advertisement emphasizing the natural ingredients used in the product (correct)
- A car commercial showcasing the thrill of driving a new model
- A travel advertisement focusing on the breathtaking scenery of a destination
What is the core marketing concept described in the text?
What is the core marketing concept described in the text?
- Marketing aims to showcase the emotional and symbolic value a product offers. (correct)
- Marketing emphasizes the price and availability of a product.
- Marketing focuses on highlighting the physical qualities of a product.
- Marketing primarily targets the rational needs of consumers.
What is the ultimate goal of successful marketing?
What is the ultimate goal of successful marketing?
- Providing consumers with comprehensive product information.
- Helping consumers feel better and achieve a sense of success. (correct)
- Maximizing sales and generating profit.
- Creating brand awareness and recognition.
Which of the following is an example of a "micro factor" that affects brand success?
Which of the following is an example of a "micro factor" that affects brand success?
How are "micro factors" influenced by "macro factors"?
How are "micro factors" influenced by "macro factors"?
Flashcards
Factual Approach
Factual Approach
Marketing that relies on facts, features, and rational arguments.
Emotional Approach
Emotional Approach
Marketing targeting feelings, aspirations, and dreams.
Core Marketing Concept
Core Marketing Concept
People buy products for the feelings or images they project, not their inherent quality.
Micro Factors
Micro Factors
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Macro Factors
Macro Factors
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Study Notes
Marketing Approaches
- Marketing aims to influence perceptions and persuade purchases
- Two complementary approaches:
- Factual: Relies on clear facts, features, and benefits (e.g., saving money on bills)
- Emotional: Focuses on feelings, aspirations, to drive impulse purchases (e.g., environmental benefits)
Consumer Behavior
- Consumers don't buy products, they buy what the product does for them, how it makes them feel, or what it says about them
- Example: A hammer isn't bought for ownership, it's bought for repair ability.
- A TAGHeuer watch, while functional, suggests masculinity and innovation
Marketing Strategy
- Marketing is about showing potential customers how your offering can improve their lives
- Key first step: understand the environment, customers, and access methods
- The marketing strategy should be informed by the understanding of the environment
Understanding Your Environment
- A business's brand isn't isolated. Many factors affect it
- Business has control over some elements (Micro factors), others aren't controllable (Macro factors).
Micro Factors
- Internal elements or factors a business somewhat controls.
- Brand itself
- Unique Selling Point (USP)
- Digital offerings
- Micro factors are influenced by macro factors
Macro Factors
- Macro factors represent the bigger picture
- Important to track macro trends while remaining engaged in micro details
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