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Fast and furious isn\u2019t just the title of a popular movie series; it\u2019s also the pace of the business world today. Companies can\u2019t rely on market research older than a few weeks, or even a few days. Products that seemed to match consumers\u2019 needs on paper might fall flat upon launch. And the push to quickly adjust deeply established processes and ways of thinking to what\u2019s happening now is increasingly pervasive.<\/p>\n
It’s a lot to take in, particularly if you\u2019re someone who prefers a \u201cwait and see\u201d approach. As someone who has been navigating these waters for years, I\u2019ve seen firsthand how waiting can compromise a company\u2019s ability to stay ahead in a rapidly changing market. When market dynamics shift on a dime, maintaining a competitive advantage<\/a> may feel like you\u2019re caught in a perfect storm.<\/p>\n You can\u2019t thrive and excel with just a life jacket. You need cutting-edge tools, innovative strategies and optimized business processes. If you\u2019re unsure of where to start, you\u2019re not alone. Here are a few examples to inspire you.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t Resist Innovation<\/p>\n It\u2019s human nature to resist change, especially when it involves adopting new technology. There\u2019s a certain pride in the adage, \u201cIf it\u2019s not broke, don\u2019t fix it.\u201d Sticking with the way things have always been done can feel familiar and predictable. But consider this: Is it easier to sell a home with a dated interior or one with the latest finishes?<\/p>\n When you resist innovation, like embracing new AI tools, you risk losing opportunities to convert customers. For many businesses, a branded website is an integral part of attracting leads and turning them into sales. A strong online presence is also key to engaging with existing customers and encouraging repeat business.<\/p>\n Most companies don\u2019t just build a website and call it done. It\u2019s a continuous work in progress, involving new platforms, integrated media components and conversion rate optimization (CRO) tests. You need to know if your design and copy are inspiring consumers to act. If not, you tweak until your conversion rates<\/a> meet your goals.<\/p>\n Doing this manually or with outdated tools may prevent you from implementing ideas quickly enough. Using AI tools, such as the platform Do What Works, can significantly increase the scale<\/a> of your website\u2019s CRO tests. This technology provides the necessary data to make website design and messaging decisions faster, including the ability to test multiple variables simultaneously. This allows your decisions to keep pace with the market\u2019s changing behaviors and preferences.<\/p>\n Strategize Outside Of The Box<\/p>\n A strong marketing strategy is built on a deep understanding of consumer behavior. It\u2019s natural to equate preferences with predictions about how a market will respond to a product or message. You might start by pulling out your customer persona summary and aligning your decisions with what these personas tell you.<\/p>\n Classic marketing strategy also relies on tools like consumer surveys, opinion polls, focus groups and blind product tests. Yet, history is filled with examples of marketing strategies that didn\u2019t connect with consumers as intended. Think of the introduction of a new classic Coca-Cola formula in the mid-1980s or Life Call\u2019s \u201cI\u2019ve fallen and I can\u2019t get up\u201d campaign. Another example is the backlash from a Burger King UK\u2019s Women\u2019s Day tweet. None of these strategies went the way they were planned.<\/p>\n This is likely because these companies failed to uncover or consider consumers\u2019 underlying beliefs. Proof Positioning, a company that uses a personal and customized approach to user research, highlights how beliefs<\/a> are what truly drive action. Aligning your marketing strategies with customer personas alone won\u2019t be enough to get the results you want.<\/p>\n You need to think outside the box, revamping your strategies to truly connect with your target audience. Beliefs can be subtle and may not be revealed in a conventional survey. Since beliefs aren\u2019t always logical, you must consider how your company\u2019s actions might make your consumer base feel. Start thinking about the emotions the use of your products and the stories you tell may provoke.<\/p>\n Optimize Business Processes<\/p>\n Once consumers get used to something, their expectations align with more of the same, but their demands also tend to increase. Environmental factors outside of their control could cause them to change their behavior even faster than the data can reveal.<\/p>\n For example, shifts in the economic climate, like the burden of higher prices, can alter buying patterns overnight. The introduction of two-day shipping has led consumers to expect this service from everyone. If an email or voicemail isn\u2019t returned within a few hours, the consumer might feel abandoned, express dissatisfaction and seek alternatives.<\/p>\n