Style Gets Attention, But Substance Drives Sales
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Creative direct response television (DRTV) advertisements can be a good tool for catching attention but its value for driving sales is doubtful. Creative, eye-catching spots may initially drive sales up but a follow up will depend on whether the company can deliver on its promise. If not, the creative spot can backfire. Moreover, the growing popularity of electronic commerce will make advertisers more accountable in the future.
Publication Name: DM News
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0194-3588
Year: 1999
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Publicity secrets that spark sales
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Good publicity is one way to increase sales. To be mentioned by the media is is to be endorsed by a sector that the public trusts. Press coverage gives a commercial establishment credibility. A company will have a great chance of being mentioned by the press by joining community-service activities, engaging in or even initiating volunteer efforts, publishing consumer information brochures and being active in local events.
Publication Name: Manufactured Home MERCHANDISER
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 1047-2967
Year: 1996
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A yen for English style
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Border Oak, supplier of half-timbered houses, and Kyoto House, supplier of antiques and soft furnishings, have both enjoyed strong sales in Japan as demand for homes made in traditional British styles has risen. Border Oak is now supplying many traditional half-timbered, oak-framed buildings, while Kyoto House has seen strong demand for traditional British interiors.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 1995
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