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What does CPA stand for in digital marketing metrics?
What does CPA stand for in digital marketing metrics?
- Cost per Account
- Cost per Action
- Cost per Acquisition (correct)
- Cost per Advertisement
Which of the following is an example of outbound marketing?
Which of the following is an example of outbound marketing?
- Influencer partnerships for brand endorsements
- Blog articles that inform and attract customers
- Cold emails sent to potential leads (correct)
- Monthly newsletters with personalized discounts
What does MQL stand for in the context of sales funnel stages?
What does MQL stand for in the context of sales funnel stages?
- Marketing Qualified Leads (correct)
- Market Qualified Leads
- Major Qualified Leads
- Monetary Qualified Leads
What is a key component of display advertising?
What is a key component of display advertising?
In sales force management, what does an outcome-based compensation structure typically rely on?
In sales force management, what does an outcome-based compensation structure typically rely on?
What does buyer response primarily refer to?
What does buyer response primarily refer to?
Which factor is NOT typically associated with purchase timing?
Which factor is NOT typically associated with purchase timing?
What is a disadvantage of the ex-ante approach to segmentation?
What is a disadvantage of the ex-ante approach to segmentation?
How does brand preference influence consumer purchasing behavior?
How does brand preference influence consumer purchasing behavior?
Which segmentation variable focuses on the characteristics of potential customers?
Which segmentation variable focuses on the characteristics of potential customers?
What does the 'ex-post' approach rely on for segmentation?
What does the 'ex-post' approach rely on for segmentation?
What is a common driver for purchase quantity decisions among consumers?
What is a common driver for purchase quantity decisions among consumers?
Selective attention in consumer behavior can be illustrated by which scenario?
Selective attention in consumer behavior can be illustrated by which scenario?
What defines marketing stimuli in the consumer decision-making process?
What defines marketing stimuli in the consumer decision-making process?
Which of the following is classified as environmental stimuli?
Which of the following is classified as environmental stimuli?
Which characteristic is NOT considered a buyer characteristic?
Which characteristic is NOT considered a buyer characteristic?
In the decision-making process, what is typically involved in the pre-purchase stage?
In the decision-making process, what is typically involved in the pre-purchase stage?
What role does perception play in the buyer's decision-making process?
What role does perception play in the buyer's decision-making process?
How might marketers respond to environmental stimuli related to sustainability?
How might marketers respond to environmental stimuli related to sustainability?
Which of the following best describes self-actualization in the context of consumer motivation?
Which of the following best describes self-actualization in the context of consumer motivation?
What aspect of buyer characteristics does NOT include social influences?
What aspect of buyer characteristics does NOT include social influences?
What is the primary purpose of cluster analysis in marketing?
What is the primary purpose of cluster analysis in marketing?
Which step follows data collection in the cluster analysis process?
Which step follows data collection in the cluster analysis process?
What characteristic defines 'emergent segments' in market analysis?
What characteristic defines 'emergent segments' in market analysis?
Which of the following describes the term 'mass marketing'?
Which of the following describes the term 'mass marketing'?
Which statement best describes the role of perceptual maps in marketing?
Which statement best describes the role of perceptual maps in marketing?
What is meant by 'differentiability' in target market selection?
What is meant by 'differentiability' in target market selection?
In the grocery chain example, what segment is labeled as 'Convenience Seekers'?
In the grocery chain example, what segment is labeled as 'Convenience Seekers'?
Which factor is NOT relevant when assessing targeting segment attractiveness?
Which factor is NOT relevant when assessing targeting segment attractiveness?
Which pricing strategy focuses on high initial prices aimed at early adopters?
Which pricing strategy focuses on high initial prices aimed at early adopters?
Which component of marketing focuses on building a positive image through earned media?
Which component of marketing focuses on building a positive image through earned media?
What is the main goal of value-based pricing?
What is the main goal of value-based pricing?
Which statement best defines a positioning statement?
Which statement best defines a positioning statement?
Which pricing strategy adjusts prices based on demand and competition?
Which pricing strategy adjusts prices based on demand and competition?
What does integrated marketing communications (IMC) primarily ensure?
What does integrated marketing communications (IMC) primarily ensure?
What do Points of Difference (PODs) specifically refer to?
What do Points of Difference (PODs) specifically refer to?
What is an example of sales promotion?
What is an example of sales promotion?
What is an example of a Unique Selling Proposition (USP)?
What is an example of a Unique Selling Proposition (USP)?
Which axes would likely be used in a Perceptual Map?
Which axes would likely be used in a Perceptual Map?
Which of the following is NOT a key communication objective in marketing?
Which of the following is NOT a key communication objective in marketing?
Which element identifies the positive outcomes customers seek from a product?
Which element identifies the positive outcomes customers seek from a product?
How can companies improve website visibility organically?
How can companies improve website visibility organically?
What does Cost-Plus Pricing entail?
What does Cost-Plus Pricing entail?
Which of the following best describes 'Customer Pains' in the context of the value proposition?
Which of the following best describes 'Customer Pains' in the context of the value proposition?
Which strategy focuses on offering benefits similar to competitors?
Which strategy focuses on offering benefits similar to competitors?
What is the primary focus of inbound marketing?
What is the primary focus of inbound marketing?
Which of the following best describes marketing qualified leads (MQLs)?
Which of the following best describes marketing qualified leads (MQLs)?
How does cost per acquisition (CPA) help companies?
How does cost per acquisition (CPA) help companies?
What is a characteristic of display advertising?
What is a characteristic of display advertising?
What distinguishes behavior-based sales force compensation from outcome-based methods?
What distinguishes behavior-based sales force compensation from outcome-based methods?
How can a strong positioning statement benefit a brand?
How can a strong positioning statement benefit a brand?
What do Points of Difference (PODs) specifically highlight?
What do Points of Difference (PODs) specifically highlight?
What is an example of Customer Gains in a value proposition?
What is an example of Customer Gains in a value proposition?
In which pricing strategy is a markup added to production costs?
In which pricing strategy is a markup added to production costs?
What is the role of a Unique Selling Proposition (USP)?
What is the role of a Unique Selling Proposition (USP)?
Which element is included in the Value Proposition Canvas to assess customer needs?
Which element is included in the Value Proposition Canvas to assess customer needs?
How does a perceptual map benefit marketers?
How does a perceptual map benefit marketers?
Which factors are primarily evaluated in Customer Pains?
Which factors are primarily evaluated in Customer Pains?
What is the primary purpose of using cluster analysis in marketing?
What is the primary purpose of using cluster analysis in marketing?
Which step in the cluster analysis process involves labeling segments based on their traits?
Which step in the cluster analysis process involves labeling segments based on their traits?
What defines 'emergent segments' in market analysis?
What defines 'emergent segments' in market analysis?
Which of the following best describes the 'targeting' stage in the STP framework?
Which of the following best describes the 'targeting' stage in the STP framework?
Which of the following factors is NOT relevant when assessing the attractiveness of a market segment?
Which of the following factors is NOT relevant when assessing the attractiveness of a market segment?
In the grocery chain example, what is the primary trait of the 'Health-Focused Shoppers' segment?
In the grocery chain example, what is the primary trait of the 'Health-Focused Shoppers' segment?
What aspect does 'differentiability' refer to in selecting target markets?
What aspect does 'differentiability' refer to in selecting target markets?
What do perceptual maps help marketers identify?
What do perceptual maps help marketers identify?
What does the SOM in the TAM, SAM, SOM framework represent?
What does the SOM in the TAM, SAM, SOM framework represent?
Which element of the ATAR model focuses on initial product exposure?
Which element of the ATAR model focuses on initial product exposure?
In the context of consumer behavior, what does the evaluation stage involve?
In the context of consumer behavior, what does the evaluation stage involve?
How does Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs categorize the need for safety?
How does Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs categorize the need for safety?
What key aspect is essential for targeting large markets according to market growth principles?
What key aspect is essential for targeting large markets according to market growth principles?
What misunderstanding might occur related to customer value creation?
What misunderstanding might occur related to customer value creation?
In identifying competitive and usage gaps, what is typically the goal?
In identifying competitive and usage gaps, what is typically the goal?
What motivates consumer behavior based on Maslow's Hierarchy?
What motivates consumer behavior based on Maslow's Hierarchy?
What do marketing stimuli primarily aim to do in consumer behavior?
What do marketing stimuli primarily aim to do in consumer behavior?
Which of the following best represents an example of environmental stimuli affecting consumer behavior?
Which of the following best represents an example of environmental stimuli affecting consumer behavior?
Which component is NOT part of the buyer characteristics in the 'Black Box' model?
Which component is NOT part of the buyer characteristics in the 'Black Box' model?
In the decision-making process, the pre-purchase stage includes which of the following steps?
In the decision-making process, the pre-purchase stage includes which of the following steps?
Which of the following psychological factors primarily motivates consumer actions?
Which of the following psychological factors primarily motivates consumer actions?
How might marketers effectively respond to economic stimuli such as a recession?
How might marketers effectively respond to economic stimuli such as a recession?
Which factor is essential for understanding how consumers process marketing messages in terms of perception?
Which factor is essential for understanding how consumers process marketing messages in terms of perception?
What is a significant characteristic of self-actualization in consumer behavior?
What is a significant characteristic of self-actualization in consumer behavior?
How does a consumer's belief system influence their attention to advertisements?
How does a consumer's belief system influence their attention to advertisements?
What aspect of the buyer response involves deciding which product to purchase from available options?
What aspect of the buyer response involves deciding which product to purchase from available options?
What best describes the ex-ante approach to segmentation?
What best describes the ex-ante approach to segmentation?
Which of the following is NOT an example of purchase timing factors?
Which of the following is NOT an example of purchase timing factors?
Which segmentation variable would analyze consumers based on their attitudes and lifestyle choices?
Which segmentation variable would analyze consumers based on their attitudes and lifestyle choices?
What does the term 'brand preference' refer to in consumer behavior?
What does the term 'brand preference' refer to in consumer behavior?
In the context of purchase quantity, what primarily influences how much a customer buys?
In the context of purchase quantity, what primarily influences how much a customer buys?
Flashcards
CTR
CTR
Percentage of people who click on an ad.
CPA
CPA
Cost to acquire one customer.
Inbound Marketing
Inbound Marketing
Attracting customers through valuable content.
Outbound Marketing
Outbound Marketing
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MQL
MQL
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Consumer Beliefs and Attitudes
Consumer Beliefs and Attitudes
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Buyer Response (Marketing)
Buyer Response (Marketing)
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Product Choice
Product Choice
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Brand Preference
Brand Preference
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Segmentation Variables (Marketing)
Segmentation Variables (Marketing)
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Ex-Ante Segmentation
Ex-Ante Segmentation
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Ex-Post Segmentation
Ex-Post Segmentation
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Marketing Research Approaches
Marketing Research Approaches
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Cluster Analysis
Cluster Analysis
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Emergent Segments
Emergent Segments
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Data Collection (in Analyzing Customer Segments)
Data Collection (in Analyzing Customer Segments)
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Segment Identification
Segment Identification
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Targeting
Targeting
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Measurability in Targeting
Measurability in Targeting
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STP Framework
STP Framework
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Multi-Segment
Multi-Segment
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Marketing Stimuli
Marketing Stimuli
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Environmental Stimuli
Environmental Stimuli
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Black Box of the Customer
Black Box of the Customer
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Buyer Characteristics (Personal)
Buyer Characteristics (Personal)
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Buyer Characteristics (Psychological)
Buyer Characteristics (Psychological)
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Buyer Characteristics (Social)
Buyer Characteristics (Social)
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Decision-Making Process
Decision-Making Process
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Pre-purchase stage
Pre-purchase stage
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Positioning Statement
Positioning Statement
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Points of Parity (POPs)
Points of Parity (POPs)
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Points of Difference (PODs)
Points of Difference (PODs)
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Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
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Value Proposition
Value Proposition
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Customer Jobs
Customer Jobs
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Customer Pains
Customer Pains
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Cost-Plus Pricing
Cost-Plus Pricing
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Penetration Pricing
Penetration Pricing
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Skimming Pricing
Skimming Pricing
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Value-Based Pricing
Value-Based Pricing
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Dynamic Pricing
Dynamic Pricing
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Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC)
Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC)
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Search Engine Marketing (SEM)
Search Engine Marketing (SEM)
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SEO (Search Engine Optimization)
SEO (Search Engine Optimization)
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Communication Objectives
Communication Objectives
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ATAR Model
ATAR Model
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Competitive & Usage Gaps
Competitive & Usage Gaps
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Big Markets are Key
Big Markets are Key
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Consumer Behavior Analysis
Consumer Behavior Analysis
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Path-to-Purchase Model
Path-to-Purchase Model
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How do we use cluster analysis in marketing?
How do we use cluster analysis in marketing?
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Perceptual Map
Perceptual Map
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Buyer Response
Buyer Response
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Targeting in Marketing
Targeting in Marketing
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What are the key characteristics of a good target audience?
What are the key characteristics of a good target audience?
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Purchase Timing
Purchase Timing
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What is the STP framework?
What is the STP framework?
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Purchase Quantity
Purchase Quantity
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Segmentation Variables
Segmentation Variables
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Motivation
Motivation
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Perception
Perception
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Positioning
Positioning
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Sales Funnel Stages
Sales Funnel Stages
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MQL (Marketing Qualified Lead)
MQL (Marketing Qualified Lead)
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SQL (Sales Qualified Lead)
SQL (Sales Qualified Lead)
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Outcome-Based Compensation
Outcome-Based Compensation
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Behavior-Based Compensation
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Study Notes
Week 2
- TAM, SAM, SOM Framework:
- TAM (Total Addressable Market): The overall revenue opportunity available if a product/service captures 100% of the market.
- SAM (Serviceable Available Market): A subset of TAM, representing the portion a business can realistically target based on its business model.
- SOM (Serviceable Obtainable Market): The portion of SAM a business can achieve with its current capabilities.
- ATAR Model:
- Awareness, Trial, Availability, and Repeat. Useful for predicting first-year sales volume by estimating how many users will try and continue using a product.
- Competitive and Usage Gaps:
- Identify areas where customer needs are unmet or competitors fail to provide solutions. Examples include developing eco-friendly products, addressing sustainability concerns, etc
- Big Markets are Key:
- Important to target large, dynamic markets for sustainable growth.
- Insights from Sequoia Capital highlight market quality over team quality. Strong markets can support even average execution.
- Market Share: Market Share % = My Sales / Market Demand (Total of all players).
Week 3
- Creating customer value: Focus on how a product makes the customer feel, rather than just the product itself.
Week 4
- Segmentation Variables:
- Geographic (region, climate)
- Demographic (age, income, education)
- Psychographic (lifestyle, values)
- Behavioral (purchase frequency, brand loyalty)
- Ex-Ante Approach to Segmentation:
- Defining segments before customer data analysis based on assumed preferences. Example in chocolate market.
Week 5
- Segmentation, Targeting, and Positioning (STP) Framework:
- Cornerstone of strategic marketing for identifying, evaluating, and serving specific market segments.
- Importance of targeting based on attractiveness and business goals
- Single Segment: Focusing on one niche.
- Multi-Segment: Serving multiple groups with tailored offerings.
- Perceptual Map:
- Visual tool that compares brand positioning on dimensions like price and quality. Helps identify market gaps and opportunities.
- Example in the grocery industry: A grocery chain using loyalty card data to track purchase habits, segmenting into Health-Focused Shoppers, Convenience Seekers, and Bargain Hunters. Tailoring promotions based on these segments: organic produce discounts for Health-Focused, bundle deals for Convenience and loyalty points for Bargain Hunters.
Week 6
- Value Proposition Canvas:
- Connects customer jobs, pains, and gains to product features within the Value Proposition Canvas model. Ensures company offerings address customer needs.
- Customer Pains—challenges customers face
- Customer Gains—desired benefits or surprising delights.
- Example of a fitness app addressing "lack of time"
- Key Attributes:
- Features, quality, and performance of the product.
Week 7
- Key Concepts (Marketing Mix):
- Advertising (paid promotions through various media such as TV, social media campaigns)
- Sales Promotion (incentives like coupons, discounts to encourage purchases)
- Public Relations (building a positive image via earned media, press releases, sponsorships)
- Direct Marketing (personalized messages via email, SMS)
- Interactive Marketing (engaging customers on digital platforms; social media Q&A sessions)
- Word-of-Mouth marketing (encouraging organic customer recommendations)
- Personal Selling (direct interaction between representatives and customers; B2B software demos)
- Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC)
- Dynamic Pricing: Prices fluctuate based on demand, competition, or timing. Example of Uber's surge pricing during peak hours.
Week 8
- Digital marketing channels:
- Search Engine Marketing (SEM) (paid ads on search engines)
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO) (enhancing website visibility organically)
- Paid Search Ads (appearing at the top of search results)
- Social Media Marketing (engaging audiences on platforms like Instagram, TikTok)
- Email marketing (personalized, direct communication)
- Display advertising (banner ads on websites)
- Retargeting ads (reminding users of abandoned carts).
- Performance Metrics:
- CTR (Click-Through Rate): Proportion of viewers who click on an ad.
Week 9 and 10
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Distribution Strategies:
- Direct Channels—Selling directly to customers (e.g., websites)
- Indirect Channels—Utilizing intermediaries (retailers)
- Hybrid Channels—combining direct and indirect methods
- Sales Funnel Stages—Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs), Sales Qualified Leads (SQLs)
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Sales Force Management:
- Compensation Models (outcome-based, commission-heavy structures; behavior-based, fixed salaries with close supervision)
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Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC), Cost per Lead (CPL), and other cost calculations)
- CPA (Cost Per Acquisition), CPL (Cost Per Lead)
General
- Positioning: Positioning determines how a product is perceived in the minds of consumers relative to competitors
- Points of Parity (POPs): Similar attributes or benefits compared to competitor products
- Points of Difference (PODs): Unique attributes or benefits that distinguish a brand
- Unique Selling Propositions (USPs): Key reasons why customers select a specific product or service over others.
- Pricing strategies: Cost-plus pricing, penetration pricing, skimming pricing, value-based pricing, dynamic pricing
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This quiz covers key marketing concepts such as the TAM, SAM, SOM framework, the ATAR model for predicting sales, and identifying competitive gaps in the market. It also emphasizes the importance of targeting large markets for sustainable growth. Test your understanding of these essential marketing strategies!