promotion/marketing related Flashcards
types of promotion
product promotion, institutional promotion, sales promotion, promotional strategy, promotional mix
product promotion
process of explaining the value of a product to consumers to educate, generate interest, and encourage purchasing.
institutional promotion
focuses on building a positive image for a company rather than promoting a specific product or service
sales promotion
marketing activity designed to increase sales and encourage customer loyalty. usually involves short-term incentives like discounts, coupons, or contests that encourage customers to buy a product or service immediately.
promotional strategy
a plan to communicate and persuade customers to buy a product or service, using methods like ads, sales promotions, or social media.
promotional mix
advertising, direct selling, sales promotion, public relations
direct selling
selling that occurs directly between company and end user without any middle mans (ex. sometimes amazon, cherry avenue farms, etc.)
public relations
managing communication to build a positive image and maintain good relationships between a company and its audience.
personal selling
direct, face-to-face interaction between a salesperson and a customer to promote or sell a product or service.
regulation of promotion
ensures promotional activities are fair and not misleading. involves laws and guidelines to protect consumers, prevent false ads, and ensure ethical marketing practices
advertising media
tv, radio, print media, digital/online, outdoor/billboards, direct mail, etc.
word-of-mouth channels
face-to-face, social media convos, online reviews or testimonials, referral programs, community events, etc.
promotional plan
outlines objectives, target audience, promotional strategies, budget, timeline, success metrics
marketing plans
provides focus and direction, allowing for most efficient marketing methods. Involving:
Identify target market
value proposition (benefits)
campaigns and events
metrics
marketing strategies
long-term plan for achieving goals by understanding needs of consumers and creating competitive advantage. Involving everything basically, like:
identifying audience
channels to reach audience
types of promotion, etc.