The strategy to use depends on which rung you occupy on the ladder.
It is not all over if you fail to be the first in the prospect's mind. There are also strategies to use for No. 2 and No. 3 brands.
Not all products are equal. Your marketing strategy should focus on how soon you got into the mind of the prospect and which rung of the ladder you are on.
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