In this assignment, the effect of a unique selling proposition on a company’s success will be discussed and examined. In order to do that, after this introduction into the USP, a closer look will be taken into the concept of USP and some theoretical examples of what a USP could be.
The concept of the so-called unique selling proposition was invented in the early 1940s by the television advertising pioneer Rosser Reeves. He created successful advertising campaigns and slogans like for example for the M&M’s candies: "Melts in your mouth, not in your hand.’"
He believed that an advertisement or commercial should show off the value or unique selling proposition of a product and that it has to be honest in order to be sold successful & he was right. But why is it important to have a USP?
Table of Contents
- 1 Introduction
- 1.1 Methodology
- 2 A deep-dive into the concept of unique selling proposition
- 3 Conclusion
Objectives and Key Themes
This assignment aims to examine the effect of a unique selling proposition (USP) on a company's success. It explores the concept of USP, analyzes what constitutes a successful company, and applies these findings to real-world examples: Starbucks and Amazon. The goal is to demonstrate a positive correlation between a strong USP and company success.
- The definition and historical development of the unique selling proposition (USP).
- Factors contributing to a company's overall success.
- Various strategies for establishing a unique selling proposition.
- Application of USP theory to real-world examples (Starbucks and Amazon).
- The relationship between a unique selling proposition and long-term company success.
Chapter Summaries
1 Introduction: This introductory chapter establishes the context of the assignment by presenting a scenario where an investor must choose between several coffee startups. It introduces the concept of a unique selling proposition (USP) as a key differentiator in crowded markets, highlighting its historical development and importance in a competitive business environment. The chapter outlines the assignment's methodology and its goal of demonstrating the positive relationship between a USP and company success by analyzing the concepts of USP and company success, followed by case studies of Starbucks and Amazon.
2 A deep-dive into the concept of unique selling proposition: This chapter delves into the core concept of a unique selling proposition. It discusses the evolution of the understanding of USP, from a focus on single, outstanding features to a broader consideration of product or service positioning within the spectrum of customer needs. The chapter explores various strategies for creating a USP, including offering the highest quality (like Rolls Royce), exclusivity, offering the widest choice, and providing superior guarantees. It also introduces the emotional selling proposition (ESP) as a means to connect with consumers on an emotional level, emphasizing the significance of differentiation in a competitive landscape and showcasing diverse methods companies employ to stand out. The examples used illustrate the multifaceted nature of USP and its importance in differentiation strategies.
Keywords
Unique Selling Proposition (USP), company success, competitive advantage, marketing strategy, brand differentiation, customer needs, case studies (Starbucks, Amazon), market positioning, emotional selling proposition (ESP), globalization, digitalization.
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- Elisabeth Schulz (Autor), 2020, The Effect of Unique Selling Propositions on a Company's Success. The Examples of "Starbucks" and "Amazon", Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1137312
