Exercise - 10
Exercise - 10
Consumer Attitude
GreenGlow Brand Strategy Recommendations
1. How can GreenGlow effectively measure and interpret shifts in consumer attitudes?
2. How should GreenGlow utilize the tri-component model of attitudes to reshape its
brand strategy?
The tri-component model offers GreenGlow a structured framework for holistic brand
development:
For the cognitive component, GreenGlow should develop educational content that demonstrates
how sustainable practices enhance rather than compromise product effectiveness. This could
include transparent ingredient sourcing stories and scientific explanations of how eco-friendly
formulations deliver results.
Addressing the affective component requires creating emotional connections through compelling
storytelling. GreenGlow should showcase authentic testimonials from diverse customers who
found products that match both their values and skincare needs. These narratives should
emphasize the emotional satisfaction of using products that align with personal values of
environmental responsibility and inclusivity.
For the behavioral component, GreenGlow should design experiences that convert positive
attitudes into purchasing habits. This includes creating sampling programs that let consumers
experience product effectiveness firsthand, and developing loyalty rewards that reinforce
sustainable purchasing decisions with tangible benefits.
3. What are the risks and benefits of focusing on product performance and inclusivity,
and how should GreenGlow balance these with its sustainability message?
However, this approach may alienate core customers who chose GreenGlow specifically for its
environmental focus. Some might perceive the expanded messaging as "greenwashing" or
diluting the brand's original mission. Additionally, improving formulations to enhance
performance might require substantial R&D investment.
4. In what ways could the Elaboration Likelihood Model help GreenGlow in developing
persuasive marketing strategies?
The ELM provides GreenGlow with a dual-pathway approach to influence different consumer
segments based on their engagement level with sustainability issues.
For highly engaged consumers processing information through the central route, GreenGlow
should provide detailed content on sourcing practices, environmental impact metrics, and
scientific validation of product effectiveness. This might include in-depth blog posts,
sustainability reports, and detailed product information pages that satisfy the information needs
of research-oriented consumers.
For consumers who process information through the peripheral route, GreenGlow should
emphasize visual appeal, emotional storytelling, and social proof. This could involve
partnerships with influential figures who embody both sustainability values and inclusive beauty
standards, creating content that connects emotionally before introducing factual information
about environmental benefits.
GreenGlow can successfully expand its brand perception by implementing several strategic
approaches. First, the brand should develop unified messaging that connects environmental
and personal benefits, such as "Gentle on Your Skin, Gentle on Our Planet." This creates
motivational appeal that speaks to multiple consumer priorities simultaneously.
Partnerships with organizations and influencers who represent diverse communities while
maintaining environmental commitments can demonstrate that inclusivity and sustainability are
complementary rather than competing values. GreenGlow should develop segment-specific
marketing that adapts message emphasis without changing core brand promises – using
sustainability-forward messaging in channels frequented by eco-conscious consumers and
performance-focused messaging in channels targeting conventional beauty consumers.
Most importantly, brand evolution should proceed incrementally, with new elements introduced
alongside established sustainability messaging rather than replacing it. This gradual approach
allows the brand to expand its appeal while maintaining authenticity with its original customer
base.