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Advertising Quote by William Randolph Hearst

“If you make a product good enough... the public will make a path to your door, says the philosopher. But if you want the public in sufficient numbers, you would better construct a highway. Advertising is that highway.” quote by William Randolph Hearst
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“If you make a product good enough... the public will make a path to your door, says the philosopher. But if you want the public in sufficient numbers, you would better construct a highway. Advertising is that highway.”

William Randolph Hearst

About This Quote

Good products attract customers naturally, but mass adoption often requires deliberate promotion like advertising.

In simple terms: Great products draw users; advertising builds mass appeal.

Key Takeaway

Combine quality with strategic marketing.

Themes

marketing product development consumer behavior

Mood

strategic critical

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • launching a startup
  • selling a new gadget
  • promoting a service
  • building a brand
  • influencing market trends

Key Concepts

advertising strategy brand awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you rely more on product merit or promotion?
  • How can you balance quality and visibility?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on advertising can mask product flaws.

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