08 / February / 2023 : 14-12
Creating Urgency: The Pros and Cons of Limited-Time Offers
Creating a sense of urgency with limited-time offers is a popular marketing strategy used by businesses to encourage customers to make a purchase or take action quickly. Limited-time offers are promotions that have a specific start and end date, usually with a discount or some other incentive that is only available during the promotion period. This creates a sense of urgency in customers, making them more likely to take advantage of the offer before it expires.
The pros of using limited-time offers include increased sales and revenue, the ability to clear out excess inventory, and the creation of a sense of excitement and urgency around a product or service. Limited-time offers can also encourage customers who may have been on the fence about making a purchase to finally take action.
However, there are also some potential drawbacks to using limited-time offers. For one, customers may begin to expect these types of promotions regularly, which could devalue the product or service being offered. Additionally, if the promotion is not well-planned, it could end up cutting into profits or cannibalizing sales from other products or services.
Overall, using limited-time offers can be an effective marketing strategy for businesses looking to drive sales and create a sense of urgency among customers. However, it's important to carefully consider the pros and cons of this approach and make sure that it aligns with the business's overall goals and objectives.
Published on 08 / February / 2023 : 14-12
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Liana Aloyan
Journalist, columnist. Liana studies at the Faculty of Russian Philology of Khachatur Abovyan State University. She has been working at Yelaket (Yelaket.am) news agency since 2019 as a journalist and columnist. Writes articles about business and marketing. Liana is a member of "Media association" since 2020.
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