Marketing Flashcards
What is marketing?
the action or business of promoting and selling products or services, including market research and advertising.
What is market research?
The action or activity of gathering information about consumers needs and preferences.
Niche Market
Where businesses target a small, specific segment of the market and tailer their product to meet consumer demands
Mass Market
Where a business target their product at the entire market and appeal to all customers.
Why is marketing important
The heart of your business success lies in its marketing. Most aspects of your business depend on successful marketing. The overall marketing umbrella covers advertising, public relations, promotions and sales. Marketing is a process by which a product or service is introduced and promoted to potential customers.
Advantages of niche marketing
1) Get more money per product
2) Sell at higher price
3) USP- unique selling point
Disadvantages of niche marketing
1) Risk of not selling products
2) Low demand
3) Harder competition
Advantages of mass market
1) High demand
2) Wider target audience