
The Pricing Insight Weekly
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It's all about the strategy!
Ever wondered how I, as a pricing expert, price my own products?
I recently had the idea to make a YouTube video about my own process of pricing digital products. Why? Because, honestly, pricing is one of the most challenging (and rewarding!) parts of launching something new, even for someone l...
by Marika Päiväniemi —
Feb 16, 2025
pricing
Is your price sending the right message?
Rethink your pricing. Rethink your positioning
This weekend, I have been reading April Dunford’s book Obviously Awesome - How to Nail Product Positioning so Customers Get it, Buy it, Love it. While the book primarily focuses on product positioning, it also touches on pricing. Pricing should alig...
by Marika Päiväniemi —
Feb 09, 2025
pricing
Simplify B2B pricing, maximize profitability
How can you simplify pricing for multiple customer groups without losing profitability?
Handling pricing for multiple customer groups or distribution channels can be challenging. Complex pricing structures with layered rebates and discounts often reduce visibility and hurt profitability.
The sol...
by Marika Päiväniemi —
Jan 26, 2025
pricing
Are you sure it’s not the price?
Are you sure people aren’t buying your products or services because of the price?
Pricing can feel like random guesswork, but it shouldn't be. Customers might not be willing to pay your price, but in many cases, the problem isn’t the amount, it’s the way your pricing is presented, positioned, or...
by Marika Päiväniemi —
Jan 19, 2025
pricing
How much will your customers pay?
My favorite pricing concept
When it comes to pricing, one of my favorite concepts to explore is customer willingness to pay (WTP). It’s such an insightful approach because it allows us to truly step into the minds of our customers and understand what they value most. Think about it, how often do...
by Marika Päiväniemi —
Jan 12, 2025
pricing
Make a pricing promise for 2025
When was the last time you evaluated your pricing?
Many businesses set their prices and forget about them without realizing just how much has changed in the market since then. Staying static in a dynamic world isn’t just risky, it can mean missed opportunities for growth, profit, and customer al...
by Marika Päiväniemi —
Jan 06, 2025
pricing
Have you experienced sellers regret?
Do you know the feeling when you hear that you have just won a large deal with the lowest price? You should be celebrating, but instead, you are feeling unsure about your price, and all the negative scenarios fill your mind instead of enjoying the success of a closed deal.Seller's regret is more...
by Marika Päiväniemi —
Dec 15, 2024
b2b
bid
price image
sales
tender
Did Black Friday discounting impact YOUR willingness to pay?
I can't believe it is only 2 weeks until the Christmas holiday starts!  If you’re like me, this time of year brings the sudden realization that it’s time to start Christmas gift shopping.  As much as I love giving presents, I’ve noticed it feels harder to justify paying full price after all thos...
by Marika Päiväniemi —
Dec 08, 2024
bundling
campign pricing
discounting
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sales
Does price perception matter more than the price itself?
Prices are important, but what consumers believe about your pricing, "your price image," has a more significant impact on their purchasing decision. This price perception impacts how customers evaluate your products or services' fairness, value, and affordability over the objective cost. Success...
by Marika Päiväniemi —
Dec 01, 2024
discounting
price image
price perception
transparency
Why should you avoid excessive discounting?
Offering discounts is tempting for small business owners and e-commerce entrepreneurs. After all, discounts often lead to an immediate growth in sales and higher volumes during campaigns. But is this short-term gain actually worth the long-term risks? For businesses relying too heavily on discou...
by Marika Päiväniemi —
Nov 24, 2024
campaign pricing
discounting
profitability
Should you raise prices? How to do it without losing customers?
The primary challenge is fear—fear of losing customers, fear of backlash, fear of reduced sales. Why maintaining profitability should be a top priority for your business? Why making price adjustments and then just staying silent can often lead to more significant issues? Those are the questions ...
by Marika Päiväniemi —
Nov 17, 2024
justification
price increase
profitability
Impacts of Singles Day, Cyber Week and Black Friday to pricing
Hey, there and welcome to this weeks pricing insights! Despite the grey November without any snow here in Finland Christmas is approaching fast and shops are starting to fill with Christmas items.  This week, we’re focusing on how should you take into account Singles Day, Cyber Week, and Black We...
by Marika Päiväniemi —
Nov 10, 2024
dicounting
promotions
