Showing posts with label market research. Show all posts
Showing posts with label market research. Show all posts

Saturday, April 11, 2009

The ABCs of Effective Business Presentations

Here are a few things you can keep in mind that may help you earn a sitting or standing ovation.

Preparation is the key.

Proper preparation will ensure that your confidence levels are high, which will help defuse your fear. Concentrate on your subject - and if possible, rehearse your presentation in front of your spouse or family to get some feedback.

Your appearance is also important; be sure to wear the appropriate outfit. If the occasion is a business meeting, then be sure to wear a suit and a tie. If you’re speaking to the guests on a cruise ship, a Hawaiian shirt and shorts might be in order.

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Customer Loyalty: 6 Tips to Gain Client Trust and Retain Client Trust

1. Promise - And Then Deliver More

You should stick to your promises and deliver even more in terms of quality than what your clients expect from you. This will ensure that they are pleasantly surprised every time that they deal with you.

Stick to delivery schedules, and in case of the odd slip-up, make sure that you inform your clients well in advance of the delay. This will at least convey the message that you are working hard to rectify the problem.

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Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Tips on Formulating an International Business Plan

Define The Nature And Scope Of The Business:This should include the nature and scope of your business, the reasons for choosing it, geographical areas of operation, financial requirements, risk assessment and expected return on investment.

Product/Service Definition: Details of the product to be produced or service to be provided and the processes and technology to be used. This could also include customer target market. An excellent product is of no use if it does not have a viable target market. Your product should also have a USP (unique selling point).

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Friday, March 27, 2009

Why is Market Research Useful? The Importance of Market Research

What Is Marketing?

Marketing is a necessary activity that encompasses the entire business and is vitally important to sound business health. It is viewing the entire business from the customer's viewpoint takes into account every aspect of the marketing mix from the product to price, distribution channels and marketing communications. All these factors affect the customer's response to a product or service.

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Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Small Business Branding: Strategies & Brand Identity Tips

Although the name of your business and your logo on your business card and letterhead are part of branding, it is much more than that. Your brand is your business’ identity. A potent brand identity is a statement that says what it is that your business does, how you go about doing it, and who you are, along with establishing your significance and credibility to your customers.

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