The Bandwagon Effect in Marketing : Why People Buy What Others Are Buying Estimated Read Time :- 7- 8 Minutes Word Count :- 1,510 Words Ever wondered why certain products suddenly become “must-haves”? Why people line up for sneakers, gadgets, or even coffee cups? That’s the Bandwagon Effect — a powerful psychological phenomenon where people adopt beliefs, behaviors, or purchases simply because others are doing it. In marketing, this is gold. Once your product starts trending, the human instinct to belong amplifies sales exponentially. The logic? “If everyone’s buying it, it must be good.” What Is the Bandwagon Effect? The Bandwagon Effect is a social psychology concept where individuals conform to majority behavior to feel included or validated. It’s not just peer pressure — it’s wired into our survival instincts. In the modern marketplace, this translates into viral trends , sold-out products, and cult-like brand followings. From iPhone launches to ...
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The Business Man of the Year in India 2023
Sir Dinesh Kumar Khara
He is the chairperson of the State bank of India
Sir Khara began working for SBI as a probationary officer in 1984. He has served in a number of important capacities, including CEO and MD of SBI Mutual Funds, MD of Associates & Subsidiaries, MD of Global Banking & Subsidiaries, and Chief General Manager of Bhopal Circle. Additionally, he was assigned to an overseas posting at SBI, Chicago. In his capacity as Managing Director, he oversaw the Bank's non-banking subsidiaries, such as SBI Cards, SBIMF, SBI Life Insurance, and SBI General Insurance, as well as the International Banking Group, Corporate Banking, and Global Treasury Operations. He carried out the integration of Bhartiya Mahila Bank and five SBI subsidiaries. He also oversaw the bank's IT, Compliance, and Risk departments at different times.
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