Articles tagged with Marketing
A Northwestern University study finds that emotional reviews, not star ratings, predict business success in various industries such as movies, books, and restaurants. The research uses computational linguistics to analyze the emotionality of reviews and shows that higher emotionality is associated with greater success.
Researchers from the University of Illinois highlight the importance of proper bat box design and placement to prevent overheating. They recommend using large, well-ventilated designs with materials that provide better temperature buffers.
Researchers at City St George's, University of London, found that consumers view activist brands critically if they lack moral sensitivity, vision, and integration. To avoid being labeled as 'woke-washers', brands must demonstrate these traits when challenging free speech.
Research by Ruhr-University Bochum finds that performance-based remuneration schemes can lead to emotional exhaustion, fatigue, depression, and burnout in employees. Workers with specific skills or experience tend to cope better with pressure.
A study by UNC Charlotte researchers found that 85% of large pharmaceutical firms had financial penalties for illegal activities, with the top offenders including GlaxoSmithKline and Schering-Plough. The majority of penalties were related to pricing violations, off-label marketing, and kickbacks.
The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture has received a $6 million grant to enhance the success of regional dairy businesses in Tennessee, Kentucky, and North Carolina. The project aims to provide educational opportunities for producers to manage financial risk and develop value-added products.
The grant supports technical assistance for improving resiliency in areas such as eCommerce and Cyber Security. Funding will end in December 2020, providing a year-long period of support for Small Businesses in Prince William County.
Researchers found that effective complaint handling strengthens relationships between companies and customers in certain industries and for customers with specific expectations. Companies should tailor their strategies to the unique needs of their customer base to maximize economic benefits from complaint management.
A new study by Dolores Albarracin and colleagues found that people tend to conflate intentions and behaviors in routine actions, creating false memories. This phenomenon has significant implications for healthcare settings and self-reporting of following through on actions.
A new study by Ohio State University suggests that consumers view independent providers in the sharing economy differently from traditional employees. Firms like Uber and Airbnb should focus on people who provide their services to effectively market themselves to consumers. This shift in perception may have implications for consumer be...
Researchers found that gifts intended to save time are seen as compliments, while those meant to save money are perceived as a reflection of the recipient's lower status. In real-world situations, people who received money-saving gift cards reported feeling embarrassed and believed the giver thought they were incompetent.
A new study from the University of British Columbia found that people are 30% more likely to donate assets when faced with their own mortality, driven by a desire for symbolic immortality and transcendence. The study suggests that charitable organizations can use this insight to connect donors with lasting legacies.
A new study by University of Vaasa researchers highlights the importance of strategic social media use in creating customer engagement value. The study identifies four distinct social media marketing strategies: social commerce, content, monitoring, and CRM, which can foster collaborative conversations and enhance customer relationships.
A recent study by Cornell University found that augmented reality (AR) technology can improve the online shopping experience by reducing returns and increasing consumer attitudes towards garments. While results were mixed, participants responded well to virtual try-on, with higher telepresence corresponding to more positive attitudes.
Marketing experts argue that current regulations do not effectively prevent potentially misleading claims about infant formula, which may carry health risks for vulnerable populations. The proposed solution includes premarket approval for changes to formula composition and higher scientific substantiation standards for claims.
Researchers propose a new methodology to alter survey datasets to protect consumer privacy, preserving reasonable accuracy. Survey data is vulnerable to breaches and unauthorized use, with some employees stealing sensitive data from their former companies.
The Journal of Public Policy & Marketing explores the complex relationship between consumer power and access, examining how technology, wealth, and industry organization influence this dynamic. Key findings highlight the importance of perceived access to healthcare, financial capability, and trait hope in improving consumer outcomes.
A new study by University of Texas at Arlington researchers found that people tend to rely on personal anecdotes rather than facts during medical emergencies, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. This bias can lead to irrational decision-making and a lack of fact-based decision-making when individuals feel vulnerable.
Research by Lancaster University and the University of Strathclyde found that kitsch religious souvenirs bring a deeper connection for pilgrims and their loved ones. These objects serve as tangible links to the pilgrimage experience, conveying a sense of belonging even for those who didn't make the journey.
A study explores how Tinder users employ the app for off-label uses, including multilevel marketing, health campaigning, and political activism. The investigation reveals a thriving online ecosystem where users adapt the platform to suit their needs.
A study found that positive vaping hashtags are used 10,000 times more often than an FDA awareness campaign hashtag on Instagram, indicating the limited impact of the campaign. Vaping posts received nearly three times more 'likes' after the campaign launch and were associated with higher nicotine concentrations.
A new study suggests that luxury brands can overcome the clash between self-enhancement values and social responsibility by showcasing philanthropic activities of celebrities like Matt Damon and Angelina Jolie. This approach helps consumers reconcile their desire for status with a sense of altruism, leading to more favorable responses ...
Researchers found that luxury purchases can lead to feelings of inauthenticity, reducing consumer enjoyment. Consumers who feel they don't deserve their luxurious items are more likely to experience impostor syndrome.
A recent study by San Francisco State University professors found that students' tolerance for cheating in the classroom is linked to their openness to unethical behavior on the job. Group-oriented students, or collectivists, were more likely to be tolerant of cheating due to their desire to maintain group cohesion.
A new study found that neatly wrapped gifts lead to higher expectations but lower attitudes towards the gift, while sloppily wrapped gifts yield more favorable attitudes despite representing the same item. Gift givers should consider wrapping time and budget accordingly based on the recipient's relationship.
Researchers found that cold temperatures are associated with luxury and status in products, but not in all categories. The study suggests that marketers can use small adjustments in temperature to influence perceived value and level of luxury for their products.
Tennessee has been selected for a $454,000 Dairy Business Innovation Initiative grant from the USDA to help the state's dairy industry diversify product markets and improve farm income. The project aims to assist Tennessee dairy farmers in developing higher-value uses for dairy products through processing and marketing specialty products.
John Campbell, a retired UT Extension specialist, was inducted into the National Association of County Agricultural Agents' (NACAA) Hall of Fame for his commitment to community service and effective leadership. He served nine counties as an area farm management specialist and helped develop state-wide programming.
A recent study published in the Journal of Consumer Psychology found that information about a company's founder's motivation has a powerful effect on whether consumers deem a brand authentic. In two experiments, participants rated products as more authentic and of higher quality when they were presented with stories about the founder's...
A study found that when people are informed about a victim's past moral transgressions, they are less likely to take action against the company. This phenomenon can lead to irrational victim blaming, harming individuals, groups, and society. The study aims to increase awareness among consumers and empower them to make rational decisions.
A meta-analysis of real-life experiments found that behavioural nudges can reduce daily energy intake by up to 209 kcal, equivalent to 21 cubes of sugar. Cognitive and affective nudges were less effective, with average reductions of 64 kcal and 129 kcal respectively.
A new study from the University of Notre Dame reveals that price-based incentives, such as discounts, can reduce subscription renewals in the long term. Consumers may perceive a discount as a loss rather than a reward, ultimately decreasing their likelihood of re-subscribing.
Researchers found that considering an end-user's feelings increases cognitive flexibility, leading to more creative and practical solutions. This technique can be used by companies to boost their generation of innovative product ideas.
A new framework devised by researchers at ESMT Berlin helps retailers position their products to consumers more effectively. The model shows that consumers often make poor choices when faced with too much product information, leading to superior products being overlooked.
A proposed ban on menthol cigarettes by the FDA is expected to survive a lengthy legal process, according to a Rutgers paper. The study concludes that an FDA rule banning menthol cigarettes is likely to be upheld due to strong scientific evidence and legal power.
Researchers found that strong brands benefit from inspirational AR content, which triggers imagination and motivates new ideas. The key to success lies in providing realistic, hedonic content that consumers want to engage with.
Research highlights the benefits of technology for older adults, including increased social engagement and decreased loneliness. Gerontologists emphasize the need for partnerships between experts to develop age-friendly technologies.
A new study by Bocconi University finds that large individual investors' national culture plays a crucial role in determining the stock return of innovation. The researchers identified six dimensions of Hofstede's framework that contribute to innovativeness, with high individualism and low masculinity being key factors. Understanding t...
A study found that increased opioid marketing to physicians was associated with higher prescribing rates and subsequent overdose deaths. The analysis, which analyzed industry marketing data and national opioid prescribing and death data, reported $40 million in targeted marketing efforts across over 2,200 counties.
A new study by University of California - Riverside researchers finds that retailers can survive the entry of everyday low price retailers into a highly competitive market by controlling product availability and consumer regret. The results explain why markdown pricing remains ubiquitous despite its simplicity and marketing advantages.
The Southern Risk Management Education Center named two University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA) projects among its top three for 2018. Advanced Online Marketing Strategies helped 567 farmers reach customers, while Implementing Biosecurity measures positively impacted producers to the tune of $328,000.
A study by the Society for Consumer Psychology reveals that people generally assume silent group members share their own opinions, even when outnumbered. This 'mirror effect' could lead leaders to misinterpret group consensus and quiet individuals to inaccurately agree with dominant views.
A new study emphasizes the need for distinct research methods when studying e-cigarettes due to their varying nicotine levels, vaping method, and ability to be started and stopped. This distinction is crucial in understanding the unique risks associated with e-cigarette use, particularly among teens.
Research from INSEAD reveals that perceiving oneself as busy can boost self-control and lead to healthier decisions, such as exercising or saving for retirement.
Researchers found that people with general goals reported more happiness over time, especially six weeks after the initial experience. This approach may be beneficial for experiences like material purchases or vacations, leading to a longer-lasting positive emotional imprint.
Research from North Carolina State University found that new brands' CSR efforts can backfire if consumers know the company donates to good causes. However, listing dual priorities for CSR and product effectiveness can help mitigate this issue. Established brands tend to benefit more from CSR efforts.
A new study from the University of Cologne found that market share has limited influence on a company's financial performance. Instead, customer relationships and brand equity deliver six times the effect and three times the effect of market share gains alone.
A study by Queensland University of Technology researchers found that tourists trust destinations like London based on its vibrancy, contemporary, competence, sophistication and sincerity. The results showed that when a destination is perceived as competent, it becomes more desirable for tourists.
A new study by University of Eastern Finland researchers identified key components of successful key account management, including market sensing, opportunity creation, and continuous improvement. The findings suggest that companies can gain sustained competitive advantages and profitability by investing in dynamic capabilities.
A series of setbacks can lead to an 'action crisis,' causing individuals to question the importance of their goal. New research reveals that repeated struggles and setbacks can cause people to devalue their goal, making it harder to stick to it. However, knowing ahead of time when an action crisis may occur allows individuals to prepar...
A research team led by Iowa State University's José Rosa found that setbacks can prompt people to reassess the cost-benefits of their health-related goals, potentially leading to quitting. The study's findings suggest that targeted interventions can help patients shift their mindset from renegotiation back to implementation.
New Cornell research finds that immediate rewards increase intrinsic motivation by increasing positive experience of a task. This can lead to improved persistence and motivation, with important implications for employee motivation and loyalty programs.
A new study from Ohio State University suggests that coffee can improve teamwork by making people more alert. Researchers found that participants who drank caffeinated coffee rated themselves and their group members more positively after a task.
Experts say current marketing of sexbots is misleading due to lack of research on their pros and cons. While they may have therapeutic potential, their impact on society remains unclear.
A University of Oregon study found that fans who feel part of a group experience higher levels of excitement, joy, and engagement, leading to increased sponsor recall and repeat attendance. Fostering this in-group feeling can be achieved by creating welcoming off-site venues and activities.
A study by Dr. Dipayan Biswas found that ambient music volume affects consumers' preferences for healthy vs. non-healthy foods. Softer music leads to healthier choices like salads, while louder environments stimulate cravings for unhealthy options like cheeseburgers and fries.
A study by Ohio State University researchers found that people tend to underestimate their available time before a scheduled task, resulting in less productivity. In real-life scenarios, participants were more likely to choose shorter tasks over longer ones when an appointment was looming.
A study found that nonresearch payments from pharmaceutical industry marketing of opioid products were associated with higher opioid prescribing rates. The research used two U.S databases to identify all nonresearch payments and gather information on opioid prescriptions written by physicians for Medicare beneficiaries in 2015.
A study by Indiana University's Kelley School of Business found that top-rated reviewers on online retail sites like Amazon.com may not have as much impact on sales as expected. Instead, less frequent and more informal reviewers can be seen as more trustworthy and influential.
A study by Rice University found that reflecting on personal possessions can reduce impulse buying by lowering willingness to pay for new products. The researchers discovered that people who reflected on using their possessions recently were less likely to buy impulsively and expressed a lower willingness to pay for new items.