https://padlet.com/endacloake313/pyz8s9bcl7l5 10328605 en-us 2017-05-12 17:24:12 UTC 2017-05-12 19:40:47 UTC hello@padlet.com endacloake313 https://padlet.com/endacloake313/pyz8s9bcl7l5/wish/171545161 Enda Cloake
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This Padlet is a quick overview of my 5 purchases/services I have chosen to discuss.]]> 2017-05-12 17:25:20 UTC https://padlet.com/endacloake313/pyz8s9bcl7l5/wish/171545161 endacloake313 https://padlet.com/endacloake313/pyz8s9bcl7l5/wish/171545441 Why did I buy this product over a competing one? 
Quick service, cost effective and high quality.

Did any advertising influence my decision? 
The coffee machine was located next to the cake/pastry stand, which grabbed my attention.

Was the packaging an influence?
No, it was not. When it comes to food/drink, packaging plays a small role, if any, on my decision. More important factors such as price and quality impact my decision much more. 

Did the method of payment influence my decision?
Yes, definitely. The option of quick, Contactless payments was a big incentive for me. 

What were my feelings before, during and after the purchase?
I was curious as to the quality of the product for the low price. During drinking the coffee, I was impressed at the high quality. Afterwards, my mood was elevated and glad I made the decision to purchase. 


What, if anything, does the product say about me?
If anything, I would imagine it may give off the impression that I am cost aware, as I bought a low priced product rather than a high priced product from a nearby coffee barista.]]> 2017-05-12 17:26:34 UTC https://padlet.com/endacloake313/pyz8s9bcl7l5/wish/171545441 endacloake313 https://padlet.com/endacloake313/pyz8s9bcl7l5/wish/171551000 Why did I buy this product over a competing one?
Car insurance is very expensive for young drivers, so I chose the cheapest option I could find. My decision was purely based on price.

Did any advertising influence my decision?
Yes. I saw an ad for this type of cover on a sponsored post on Facebook. This made me enquire about this cover with my insurance broker.

What were the influences that led to this purchase?
My father encouraged me to purchase this policy, as he knew from experience I would be unlikely to find a cheaper quote elsewhere. My lifestyle also impacted my decision to purchase this particular policy. The less money I spend on my insurance, the more money I would have leftover, thus helping me maintain the lifestyle that I live. 

Did the method of payment influence my decision? 
No, it did not. I had always planned to pay the total amount up front, but had I wanted to pay monthly, there was no option for this type of cover. 

What were my feelings before, during and after the purchase?
Before, I was happy to have gotten such a low quote, it was half of what the closest competitor offered me. During the use of the policy, I was always aware of the mileage I am using, which was a constant worry. After the policy ended, I considered not renewing my policy, as in the end I had to pay large add on fees just to be able to continue driving. 

What, if vanything, does the product say about me?
It would give the impression that I am a safe driver, as you get bonus mileage every month depending on how safe your driving is. This is a great bonus with safe drivers, and encourages the driver to be safe on the roads. A box fitted under the bonnet of the car judges how safe the driver is and awards extra mileage accordingly. ]]> 2017-05-12 17:48:56 UTC https://padlet.com/endacloake313/pyz8s9bcl7l5/wish/171551000 endacloake313 https://padlet.com/endacloake313/pyz8s9bcl7l5/wish/171556476 Why did I buy this product over a competing one?
No particular reason. I narrowed my decision down to maybe 4 or 5 different products and picked this one. The Red Apple flavour and the fact it has a screw cap and not a sports cap are probably the only reasons I picked this over a competitor.

Did any advertising influence my decison?
The manner of which the bottles were presented on the shelf was quite appealing, that created a positive image in my mind before I even tried the product. 

What were my influences that led me to this purchase?
My own personal values led me to purchasing this product so regularly. I like to keep fit and healthy, and hydration is key to this, hence why I buy so much of this water. 

Did the method of payment influence my decison?
Self-service checkouts and Contactless payment options ensure quick, hassle free payment.

What were my feelings before, during and after the purchase?
I had very little feelings before buying the bottle of water. Although I don't recall ever trying apple flavoured water, so maybe there was a slight sense of excitement. During drinking the water, through parching my thirst, it would have put me in a more refreshed mood, further increasing my perception of the product. 


What, if anything, does this product say about me?
Constantly sipping on a bottle of water may give off the impression that I am health conscious. Certain products or product groups may then be associated with me.]]> 2017-05-12 18:11:36 UTC https://padlet.com/endacloake313/pyz8s9bcl7l5/wish/171556476 endacloake313 https://padlet.com/endacloake313/pyz8s9bcl7l5/wish/171559795 Why did I buy this product over a competing one?

The camera on the phone I bought is the best on the market, I could not find a phone with a similiar camera. I use the camera a lot on my phone, so a high quality camera was crucial. 

Did any advertising influence my decision?
Absolutely. The first day I went into a phone store browsing for a phone, there was an ongoing ad campaign for this phone, as it was being released the next day. This caught my attention, and made me enquire to staff members about the specifications of the phone. 

What were the influencers that led me to this purchase? 
the biggest peer influence I encountered was the advice of the sales assistants who spoke so highly of the phone. My intention was always to make my decision off the basis of what the sales assistants told me, as they are the experts.

Did the method of payment impact my decsion?
Yes it had. My old phone broke all of a sudden, and so i had not been planning my finances to allow me to spend hundreds in cash so quickly. I was able to pay a deposit and pay the rest monthly, which included insurance. This lessened the impact of buying an expensive phone on my finances.

What were my feelings before, during and after the purchase? 
Before the purchase, I felt confident knowing that i had considered every other option and had taken out insurance on the phone, just in case it gets lost or stolen. I am still using the phone, so in terms of my feelings during the use of the product, I am very happy with it. It has turned out to be exactly what I had planned and more. I would feel very confident going back to this particular store to buy my next phone. 

What, if anything, does the product say about me? 
The product says that i am an innovator when it comes to technology, partially due to the fact I was born into Generation Z. It may also say that i enjoy high end products, which is not entirely true. I will trade down in different product areas so I can trade up in others, such as technology.   ]]> 2017-05-12 18:26:05 UTC https://padlet.com/endacloake313/pyz8s9bcl7l5/wish/171559795 endacloake313 https://padlet.com/endacloake313/pyz8s9bcl7l5/wish/171562727 Why did I buy this product over a competing one?
This bus ticket was the cheapest weekly ticket between 2 bus companies and one rail company. The service is also very good, with on board WiFi, regular stops, which is all I really need when going to college every day, 

Did any advertising influence my decision?
No. I always travelled with Bus Eireann, but due to strikes, I had to change to Wexford Bus and only then did I evaluate all possible options of going to Dublin to see which one suits me more. I decided to stay with Wexford Bus as a result. 

What were the influences that led to this purchase? 
The bus strikes originally got me involved with Wexford Bus, and upon considering the different transport options, I looked at cost and service factors, then made my decision to stick to Wexford Bus.

Did the method of payment influencec my decision? 
Like Bus Eureann, a customer has the option of buying a ticket online and getting the ticket printed on the day, at a discount, or paying cash on the day at full price. Because there were the same options of payment between the 2 companies, it was easy for me to make the transition. 

What were my feeling before, during and after the purchase?
I felt anxious as to what the demand for the bus would be when Bus Eireann were on strike, I was worried that the bus would become far too crowded and uncomfortable due to the increased customer numbers. However, Wexford Bus used a second bus on the same journey to deal with the overspill of customers which made the journey easier for me. Upon evaluation of the service offered, I am very happy with the service they offer, hence why I have continued to do business with them. 

What, if anything, does the product say about me?
Using a bus to travel to Dublin every day from Wexford can give the impression that I am a student, as many colleges and universities are located in Dublin. The student persona can say a lot more about a person, however, they are not always true.

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