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Impulse Buying Triggers

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Discount Deals

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Limited-time offers create a sense of urgency, pushing consumers to purchase on the spot to not miss out on a bargain. This is effective because it taps into the fear of missing out (FOMO).

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Free Shipping Threshold

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Offers of free shipping for purchases above a certain amount can encourage buyers to add more items to their cart to qualify. It works by playing on the consumer’s desire to get a 'good deal'.

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Buy One Get One Free (BOGOF)

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This classic deal triggers impulse buys by offering an item for free if another is purchased. It's effective due to the perceived increase in value for money spent.

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Attractive Product Placement

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Eye-level shelving and end-of-aisle displays attract consumer attention, increasing the likelihood of impulse purchases. They work because they make products more noticeable and seemingly important.

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Seasonal Promotions

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Seasonal items positioned as must-haves create impulsive buying due to the limited time they are available. Consumers are driven by the exclusivity and timely relevance.

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Flash Sales

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Short-term sales promotions can trigger impulse purchases by creating a sense of urgency to act quickly. This urgency is compounded by the desire for a good deal before it expires.

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Social Proof

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Testimonials and reviews can drive impulse buying by providing validation from other consumers. This works because people often rely on the opinions of others when unsure about a purchase.

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Scarcity

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Items labeled as 'limited edition' or 'while supplies last' create a sense of scarcity which triggers impulse buys. Consumers fear that they might miss out if they hesitate.

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Cross-Selling

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Suggesting related products at checkout can trigger additional purchases. It utilizes the principle that consumers are more likely to buy when they see the relevance or need for additional items.

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Sunk Cost Fallacy

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The idea that one must 'make the most' out of spent money can lead to further impulse spending, as people don’t want their investment to be 'wasted'. This plays on the compulsion to justify prior expenses.

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Loyalty Programs

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The prospect of earning points or rewards can trigger impulse buying, as consumers feel they’re working towards a 'free' benefit. This leverages the consumer’s desire for future savings or rewards.

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Easy Financing Options

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Offering easy credit or buy-now-pay-later plans can reduce the psychological pain of spending, triggering more impulse purchases by delaying payment consequences.

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Complimentary Samples

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Providing free samples can stimulate impulse buying by giving a taste of a new product, hence encouraging the purchase of the full-size version. This taps into the reciprocity principle and product trialability.

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Limited Time Offers (LTOs)

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Deals available for a restricted period can prompt impulse buying due to the impetus to act fast before the offer expires, exploiting the consumer's fear of loss.

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Product Bundling

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Selling items in a bundle at a reduced price can trigger impulse purchases by providing an attractive deal. It appeals to the consumer’s sense of value for money and simplifies decision-making.

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In-Store Music and Lighting

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Ambient factors such as uplifting music and warm lighting can influence mood and encourage impulse buying due to their subconscious effects on the shopping experience.

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Time Pressure

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Reminders that a shopping opportunity is about to end, like 'closing soon' announcements, can drive impulse purchases by instilling a sense of urgency to take action quickly.

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Innovative and Novel Products

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New and unique products can trigger impulse buys due to the human desire for novelty and the latest trend. It capitalizes on the consumer’s fear of being left behind.

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Celebrity Endorsements

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Celebrity-used or endorsed products can incite impulse purchases by associating items with fame and success, exploiting consumers' aspirations and desires for status.

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Color Psychology

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Colors can have different psychological impacts, where certain hues can stimulate urgency or comfort, influencing impulse buying based on emotional response.

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