How to set your pricing strategy-Infographic

You’ve likely heard the story many times before: a promising up and coming business with tons of funding eventually goes bankrupt. The initial hype...

You’ve likely heard the story many times before: a promising up and coming business with tons of funding eventually goes bankrupt. The initial hype are in some cases chalked up to poor timing ,lack of demand, or poor management. While it’s definitely possible for a business to fail for one of these reasons, there is another major factor in a business’s success that is not talked about as frequently. Choosing the right price for your product or services is one of the most critical steps in running a business. Price too high, an only attract bargain hunters, or worse — never turn a profit at all.

So how can you ensure that your pricing strategy is doing as much for you as you can? It begins with thorough market research. You must understand the market in which you will compete, and the expectations your audience has of similar products. And to truly succeed, you should figure out what you can offer your target market that other businesses cannot.

To do this, take a good look at your competitor’s strategies. Follow their social media, and examine how they’re communicating with their customers. Try to identify who they’re primarily marketing to, so you can see which niches are more saturated. With an understanding of who you’re up against, it will be easier to decide on a pricing strategy that offers an incentive for customers to purchase your products — like at either at a lower rate or higher value.

The next important thing to understand is that while your pricing strategy should help attract customers and brand your company, it should also effectively cover the costs of the business. Carefully consider how much you need to operate and how much profit you would ideally like to see. Try deciding on your profits and working backwards to arrive at an ideal price point.

With a thorough understanding of your market and profit goals, you will be better able to select a pricing strategy that drives success for your business. For more on which pricing strategy is right for you, check out this infographic below by Fundera:

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