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Reason Why Advertising

By Kennedy, John E

Reason Why Advertising

By Kennedy, John E

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What makes an advertisement truly effective? "True advertising is only 'salesmanship on paper.' When it is anything less, it is not real advertising--it is merely general publicity." In Reason Why Advertising, John E. Kennedy reveals the core principles of persuasive marketing that transformed the advertising industry. First published in 1914, this classic book explores the power of logical, reasoned arguments in advertising--showing how to move beyond catchy slogans and emotional appeals to create compelling sales messages that drive results. Kennedy debunks the myths of traditional advertising and introduces a new approach based on one simple but powerful idea: advertising must provide clear and convincing reasons why a customer should buy. As he puts it: "The difference in results between copy written by two equally bright people may be 80 percent--because one uses reason-why advertising, and the other merely tries to attract attention." Inside this groundbreaking work, you'll discover: - The true role of advertising: Why most businesses waste money on publicity instead of persuasive salesmanship.- The art of consumer psychology: How to strike the "responsive chord" that leads to real buying decisions.- The power of proof in marketing: Why measurable results--not opinions--should determine what works in advertising.- The danger of following trends: How blindly copying popular campaigns can lead to failure instead of success. "Keeping the name before the people is not advertising--it is merely spending money to remind them that you exist." More than a century later, Kennedy's insights remain as relevant as ever. Whether you're an entrepreneur, marketer, or copywriter, Reason Why Advertising is an essential read for anyone who wants to master the timeless principles of persuasive advertising and learn how to make every ad count.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
96
Release Date:
2025-03-18
Publication Date:
2025-12-09
Publisher:
Sound Wisdom
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1640956484
ISBN13:
9781640956483
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
140 g
Height:
121 cm
Width:
200 cm
Thickness:
9 cm
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