1354. Do discounts dilute a brand's value?

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In your opinion, do offering discounts on products dilute the perceived value of a premium brand?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Analytical thinking : Ability to critically analyze the impact of discounts on brand perception and value.

  • 2. Understanding of branding : Deep understanding of brand equity and how pricing strategies affect it.

  • 3. Communication skills : Effectively articulate your point of view on pricing strategies and brand value.

  • 4. Sales strategy : Comprehension of how sales techniques, such as discounting, influence customer behavior and business outcomes.

Purpose
  • 1. Assessing business sense : Determining your grasp of business strategies related to pricing and discounts.

  • 2. Understanding of market positioning : Checking your knowledge of positioning a brand in the marketplace and maintaining its value.

  • 3. Judging strategic thinking : Evaluating your ability to think strategically about the long-term implications of sales tactics.

  • 4. Eliciting values alignment : Seeing if your values align with the company’s approach to maintaining brand prestige.


Hints
  • 1. Cite industry examples : Provide real-world examples where discounts have affected brand value positively or negatively.

  • 2. Reflect on previous experiences : Relate the question to any past professional experience you have with sales, if applicable.

  • 3. Consider the premium branding : Take into account the premium nature of the brand when discussing discount strategies.

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Topics: 
Communication
Roles: 
Sales Professional
Brand Manager
Companies: 
Apple
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