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How to Drive eCommerce Sales Without Discounting | The Conversion Scientist

How to Drive eCommerce Sales Without Discounting | The Conversion Scientist | Public Relations & Social Marketing Insight | Scoop.it

The fear of missing out is an emotional trigger that undeniably leads to people clicking the purchase button in higher numbers. And when I think about companies moving away from discounts, I’m reminded of the epic fail that was JC Penney’s rebranding and decision to stop using coupons in favor of lowering prices across the board. When the coupons went away, so did millions of dollars.


But what if discount culture isn’t helping you reap the benefits you think it is? Slant’s infographic makes the case that maybe you should reconsider discounts. If the thought of losing out on the upcoming money-spending frenzy that is the holiday shopping season is frightening, this infographic isn’t just dropping bad news on you and fleeing the scene. It also gives actionable solutions that are proven to drive sales....

Jeff Domansky's insight:

Discounting is a holiday shopping trend that almost every eCommerce site uses. But is it doing more harm to your company than good?

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FOMO Marketing in the Age of Social Media

FOMO Marketing in the Age of Social Media | Public Relations & Social Marketing Insight | Scoop.it

Whether we’d like to admit it or not, social media has fundamentally changed our culture. This is clearly visible in the way people share and consume content.


Citizens of the internet don’t want to miss anything and are constantly try to impress others with their ability to stay up to date with evolving stories and trends.


Researchers and behavioral psychologists believe this cultural desire to be relevant is tied to a fear of missing out (FOMO). As marketers, it’s important to understand how FOMO can be leveraged for maximum results....

Jeff Domansky's insight:

There are plenty of ways to leverage society's collective fear of missing out (FOMO) without compromising your corporate integrity.

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