In an era dominated by the relentless rise of social media marketing and the advent of artificial intelligence, the influence of marketing has never been more profound. Individuals now encounter up to 10,000 advertisements daily, underscoring the explosion of marketing channels and the sophistication of targeting techniques. Starting Your Marketing engages this evolving environment through 16 chapters across four modules.
Module 1 introduces marketing basics, scanning market environments, delving into market research, and managing product portfolios. In Module 2, readers explore market segmentation, consumer behavior insights, organizational engagement, and pricing strategies. Strategic planning, market expansion tactics, logistical considerations, and distribution strategies are the focus of Module 3. Addressing the cutting edge of marketing, Module 4 explores building brands, unifying messages across platforms, leveraging digital and traditional channels, and crafting impactful promotions.
Aimed at beginners, this textbook equips students with the knowledge to create, manage, and enhance key marketing relationships, emphasizing why and how value creation is fundamental. From product conception to market presence, Starting Your Marketing walks readers through every step of the marketer's journey.
Module 1
Chapter 1, Defining Marketing
Chapter 2, Scanning Surroundings
Chapter 3, Researching Markets
Chapter 4, Managing Products
Module 2
Chapter 5, Determining Segments
Chapter 6, Understanding Consumers
Chapter 7, Engaging Organizations
Chapter 8, Establishing Prices
Module 3
Chapter 9, Planning Strategies
Chapter 10, Expanding Markets
Chapter 11, Implementing Logistics
Chapter 12, Choosing Places
Module 4
Chapter 13, Building Brands
Chapter 14, Unifying Messages
Chapter 15, Leveraging Channels
Chapter 16, Designing Promotions
Matthew A.
Gilbert
Matthew A. Gilbert, MBA, is a teacher, researcher, and trainer with more than 25 years of experience consulting, speaking, and writing. At Coastal Carolina University, he teaches advertising, personal selling, and principles of marketing. In class, he pairs core concepts with applied learning to build his students’ analytical, creative, and interpersonal skills. His research focuses on AI in marketing, digital engagement, experiential marketing, marketing technology, and sports marketing. He also develops training workshops, consults on communication and curriculum, and has delivered three TEDx Talks. His writing includes Kickstarting Your Marketing, a principles of marketing textbook, and several book chapters on AI, branding, and global sports. Learn more at https://www.matthewagilbert.com.