Advertising Quote by David Ogilvy
“The more informative your advertising, the more persuasive it will be. Before people making a buying decision, they have many questions. For example, why they should buy from you, why your product is better than other similar products, why they should trust you, and why they should buy it now, etc.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Confessions of an Advertising Man by David Ogilvy, 1963
Effective advertising must anticipate and answer consumer questions to build trust and urgency, making the message more convincing.
In simple terms: Answering buyer questions makes ads more persuasive.
Provide clear answers to key buyer concerns.
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Type
When to use this quote
- product launch
- website copy
- sales pitch
- email marketing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the top three questions your target audience asks?
- How can you address urgency without seeming pushy?
If answers are vague, they can backfire and erode trust.