Mos 1021 test 3 Flashcards
Psychological influences
pertain to the workings of the mind
individual processes that affect behaviors
include: motivation, self-concept, perception, learning, attitudes
Motivation
energizing force that stimulates behavior to satisfy a need
starts with the identification of unmet needs
Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs
people are motivated to meet needs
needs are classified in a hierarchy( certain needs take precedence over others)
largely subconscious
Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs(Psychological) - basic physical requirement for human survival
Universal
Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs(Safety)freedom from harm and fear
sense of security, stability, comfort
Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs(Social) - *need to connect with others and form meaningful relationships
Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs(Esteem) - *(lower) need for recognition from others
*(higher) need for positive self-image
Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs(Self-Actualization) - *need to reach full potential
desire for personal growth
expressed in differing ways
Suggest for socially responsible organization
Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs, Criticism - ★theory developed using restricted samples
needs are dynamic
need priorities differ across lifespan
need priorities differ across cultures
Psychological Influences( Perception)
*process by which an individual selects, organizes, interprets, responds to information to create a meaningful picture of the world
Neuromarketing - *use of neuroimaging tools (e.g., fMRI) and physiological measures (e.g., eye tracking, heart rate) to understand consumer behaviour
examine brain and physiological responses to marketing stimuli
Consumer behavior can be predicted based on brain activity or psychological change
Psychological Influences( Self-Concept)
collection of ideas and beliefs about oneself
-liable to change as we grow. Real Self, Self-Image, Looking-Glass Self, Ideal Self
Coke vs Pepsi
*chemical compositions are very similar
blind taste tests show that most people don’t have the sensory ability to discriminate between the two
most have a strong preference for one vs. the other and perceive differences to exist
Behavioral Learning
*behaviors as learned habits acquired through association between a stimulus and a response
Drive (condition that impels a person to act), Cues(stimulus that tells you how to respond), Response( reaction to cue), Reinforcement (evaluate the response, desired effect vs learning dilemma)
Stimulus Generalization
*occurs when a learned response to one cue is evoked by another similar cue
increases with cue similarity
Relevant to introduction of new products and copycat brands
Stimulus Discrimination
one’s ability to perceive differences among similar products or brands
brands use unique packaging and messaging in an effort to stand out
Cognitive Learning
*Learning is immersive and active process
we acquire information through our senses
we store information and retrieve it through our own effort
we use rational thought to inform actions
Attitudes (Negative, Neutral, Positive) - (Beliefs) assumptions we believe to be true based on past experience and available information, (Values) principles, standards, or qualities that are held in high regard
Socio-Cultural Influences
*influences that stem from one’s relationships with others
includes social influences and cultural influences
reference group - group of people with common interests who influence an individual’s attitudes and behaviors
Consumer socialization
*socialization = process through which people are taught to be proficient members of a society
*consumer socialization = process by which people acquire the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to function as consumers
*Occurs through direct discussion and modeling/observing
*Peers more impactful in adolescent
Family Life Cycle
*family’s progression from formation to retirement
each phase bringing distinct needs and purchasing behaviors
Bachelor - *personal appearance, basic furniture and kitchen appliances, Impulsive purchases
Newly Married - *financial stability, durable goods, vacations, gifts, Joint decision making
Full nest - numerous stages, home necessities, child needs, Savings(education,retirement)
Empty Nest -retirement, vacations and hobbies, Medical needs
Solidarity Survivor - *reduction in income, downgrade property, security, medical costs
Culture
*set of values, ideas, and attitudes that are learned and shared among the members of a group
*consumers’ purchasing decisions are often aligned with their culture
Individualistic Cultures(e,g U.S.A)
★prioritization of individual needs over group needs
key values: individuality, freedom, ambition
(reflected in promotional materials)
preference for products that express individual style and customization
Variety and choices are highly preferred
Collectivist Cultures (e.g Japan)
★prioritization of group needs over individual needs
key values: cooperation, tradition, belongingness
(reflected in promotional materials)
More open to product recommendations from close others
Greater degree of brand loyalty
Communication in Promotion: Welch’s Study (Briley & Aaker, 2006)
( Individualistic,Promotional, benefits gained) energized, great-tasting, fun to drink
(Collectivist, preventative, problems avoided) reduce risk of heart disease, avoid thirst
need
A state of deprivation or
the absence of something
useful.
motives
The conditions that
prompt the action necessary
to satisfy a need.
hierarchy of needs
The classification of consumers’ needs is an ascending order from lower-level needs to higher-level needs
Personality
Distinguishing psychological characteristics of a person that produce relatively consistent and enduring responses to the environment in which that person lives
self-concept theory
self-concept theory States that
the self has four components:
real self, self-image, looking-glass self, and ideal self.
attitudes
An individual ’s
feelings, favourable or
unfavourable, toward an idea
or object.
perception
How individuals
receive and interpret
messages.
lifestyle
A person’s pattern of
living as expressed in his or
her activities, interests,
opinions, and values.
double targeting
Devising a
single marketing strategy for
both sexes
social class
The division of
people into ordered groups on
the basis of similar values,
lifestyles, and social history.
culture
Behaviour learned
from external sources that
infuences the formation of
value systems that hold strong
sway over every individual.
subculture
A subgroup of a
culture that has a distinctive
mode of behaviour.
Marketing
creating, communicating, and delivering goods or services to meet consumer and organizational objectives.
Introduction to Market Research
process of collecting and analyzing information in order to recommend actions to improve marketing activities
Market Research: Research Classification
Exploratory Research Descriptive Research Causal Research
Exploratory Research
preliminary research conducted to clarify the scope/nature of a marketing problem
Descriptive Research and Casual Research
Descriptive Research - research designed to describe basic characteristics of variables
Causal Research - research designed to identify cause-and-effect relationships among variables
The Market Research Process
problem awareness, exploratory research. Quantitative research, analyze and interpret, recommend and implement
Problem awareness
pinpoint challenge, issue, opportunity that needs further understanding * identify research objectives (clarify what the research process is trying to achieve)
Types of Data
Secondary Data - previously collected/compiled and available to researcher
Internal data source - available within the organization * e.g., sales reports, inventory analysis, marketing budgets
External data resources - available within the organization * e.g., sales reports, inventory analysis, marketing budgets
Primary Data - data are largely qualitative in nature * data collected by researcher to address specific objectives * specific but time-consuming
Exploratory Research
obtain richer information * identify key variables * inform research strategy
Primary Data: Focus Groups
-small group of participants with common characteristics(usually 8 to 10) * meet with a trained moderator * interactive discussion of predetermined topics (often recorded) , taxing on time and resources
Primary Data: Online Bulletin Boards
private online forums * participants log on at own convenience and respond to questions posed by researchers (usually 15-30=) * convenient and anonymous, may exclude participants who are not tech savvy.
Primary Data: Social Listening
monitor social media channels for mentions of your brand,
analyze/organize online conversation and information (metrics and analytics and social media sentiment)
Sample Design
population -all individuals making up a group of interest
sample -subset of individuals making up a group of interest (ideally representative)
sampling -process through which a subset of individuals is taken from a larger population
The Market Research Process: Quantitative Research
refine objectives to form research question
identification of hypotheses
collection of numerical data from larger samples using structured formats
Sampling
Probability sampling - * participants are randomly selected from the population * all participants have equal probability of being selected
Non-probability sampling - * participants are selected based on non-scientific criteria * participants do not have equal probability of being selected
Data Collection: Observational
obtained by watching how people behave either in person or by electronic means * multiple observers ideal * scoring system in place to track key behaviors * can observe product selection, product use, reaction to marketing strategy * natural or contrived settings
Data Collection: Survey
posing standardized questions to participants
In-person - non-verbal cues can be monitored, interviewer bias possible
Telephone - geographic flexibility, considered by some to be intrusive
Mail - low pressure, can lead to lengthy study
Online - * convenient and inexpensive, careless responding possible
Data Collection: Survey Panel
large sample of respondents (panel) that voluntarily complete questionnaires on a regular basis
can assess changes in behavior and attitudes
longitudinal data collection (versus cross-sectional)
Retention of respondents can be difficult
Data Collection: Experiments
assessing whether one variable(IV) has a causal effect on another variable(DV)
* participants are randomly assigned to a test group
* each test group receives a different treatment representing a level of the IV
* all participants are measured on the same DV
* DVs are compared across test groups
The Market Research Process: Analyze & Interpret
statistically analyze the collected data * synthesize and simplify * address the guiding hypothesis
The Market Research Process: Recommend & Implement
prepare a report to communicate the research findings * include recommendations that address the marketing problem and research objectives * continue to monitor
Segmentation & Targeting
- process of dividing potential customers into groups based on shared characteristics * groups composed of individuals who will respond similarly to marketing strategies and who have common needs * want to identify high yield segments
Demographic Segmentation
people grouped based on demographics
Age
ender
ethnic
background
religion
income
occupation
education
marital status
household formation
Geographic Segmentation
people grouped based on geographics
Country
province
city/town
region
population density (urban, suburban, rural)
climate zone (cold warmer)
Psychographic Segmentation
people grouped based on psychographics
personality traits
values
interests/hobbies
lifestyle
Behaviour Response Segmentation
people grouped based on behaviouristics
benefits sought
frequency of use
occasions for use
loyalty response
Target Market Profile
specific group of customers that marketers want to reach. Geographic, Demographic, Psychographic, Behaviourstic
Target Market Profile
Geographic - * international, urban living
Demographic - female, 18 and 45 years old, higher education
Psychographic - social responsibility, freshness
Behaviouristic - repurchasing , brand loyalty
Niche Marketing
a.k.a sub marketing, intended for a small subset of a larger segment with specific needs * often little competition * customers may be willing to pay more
Mass Marketing
a.k.a unidentified marketing/shotgun marketing, one marketing strategy intended to appeal to all customers * aiming to reach largest audience possible * building brand image and recognition
Individual Marketing
a.k.a direct segmentation, marketing strategy intended for a segment of one * deliver individualized messages and product offerings to customers * creates more personal relationship between customer and the brand
Product Positioning
impression of the product you want to establish in customers’ minds * clarification of how product/brand stands apart from competitors * emphasize the distinguishing features of product/brand
Positioning Statement
- clear, focused, concise * how you want your brand/product to be perceived * name, category, target market, benefits, differentiation
Positioning Map
- visual representation of the place that a product occupies within a category * axes represent two key attributes * product is plotted in relation to competitors * created on the basis of customer perceptions ( perception maps) * beneficial for identification of gaps in market, clarifying competition
reliability
Refers to similar
results being achieved if
another research study were
undertaken under similar
circumstances