{"id":10773,"date":"2025-12-09T15:28:11","date_gmt":"2025-12-09T07:28:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/?p=10773"},"modified":"2025-12-09T15:30:39","modified_gmt":"2025-12-09T07:30:39","slug":"what-is-a-target-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/what-is-a-target-market\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is a Target Market? How To Identify Your Ideal Customers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Imagine trying to sell hiking boots to someone who never steps off the pavement? Or pitching pet food to someone without a pet. Sounds like a waste of time, right? No matter how great your product is, if you&#8217;re talking to the wrong people, it\u2019s a lost cause. Yet, many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/small-business\/what-is-an-smb\/\">small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs)<\/a> fall into this trap. They try to sell to everyone, hoping something sticks. The truth is, not everyone wants or needs what you offer, and that\u2019s okay. The real win is to find people who get it and are willing to pay for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, how do you figure out who your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/ideal-customer-profile\/\">ideal customers<\/a> are? In this blog, we\u2019ll break it down step by step so you can define your target market and grow your business with confidence. Let\u2019s get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What you\u2019ll learn<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#h-what-is-a-target-market\">What is a target market?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-why-knowing-your-target-market-matters\">Why knowing your target market matters<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-the-4-main-ways-to-segment-a-target-market\">The 4 main ways to segment a target market<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-how-to-find-and-define-your-target-market\">How to find and define your target market<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-best-tools-to-identify-and-reach-your-target-market\">Best tools to identify and reach your target market<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-your-target-market-is-in-reach-with-the-right-tools\">Your target market is in reach with the right tools<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-target-market\">What is a target market?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A target market is a defined group of consumers who share common characteristics (such as age, location, interests, or buying habits) that make them the right fit for your product or service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every business, big or small, needs to know who they are selling to. A target market isn\u2019t just a broad group of potential buyers. It\u2019s the people who are most likely to engage with your brand and make a purchase. When you understand this group, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/build-product-messaging-and-positioning\/\">tailor your messaging, ads, and product decisions<\/a> to match their needs and preferences. This makes your marketing more impactful and makes sure every dollar you spend is directed toward the right audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-cluster-content-section-alt has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"alignfull wp-block-salesforce-blog-section-heading\">\n\t<h2 class=\"wp-block-salesforce-blog-section-heading__title\">\n\t\t\t\tStart with SMB Basics\t<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/resources\/research-reports\/smb-trends\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/10\/small-business-trends-smb-research-1.jpg?w=500\" alt=\"Astro holds a Small and Medium Business Trends report\" class=\"wp-image-9151\" style=\"width:500px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2020\/10\/small-business-trends-smb-research-1.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2020\/10\/small-business-trends-smb-research-1.jpg?w=300&amp;h=169 300w, https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2020\/10\/small-business-trends-smb-research-1.jpg?w=150&amp;h=84 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-small-and-medium-business-trends-report\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/resources\/research-reports\/smb-trends\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Small and Medium Business Trends Report<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-cluster-content-card is-content-justification-center is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-94bc23d7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/ai-tools-for-small-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"576\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/AI-Tools-for-SMB.png?w=1500\" alt=\"Illustration showcasing artificial intelligence (AI) tools for small businesses.\" class=\"wp-image-9152\" style=\"width:178px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/10\/AI-Tools-for-SMB.png 1500w, https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/10\/AI-Tools-for-SMB.png?w=300&amp;h=169 300w, https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/10\/AI-Tools-for-SMB.png?w=768&amp;h=432 768w, https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/10\/AI-Tools-for-SMB.png?w=1024&amp;h=576 1024w, https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/10\/AI-Tools-for-SMB.png?w=150&amp;h=84 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ai-for-small-business-how-to-choose-your-tech-stack\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/ai-tools-for-small-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AI for Small Business: How to Choose Your Tech Stack<br><\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-cluster-content-card is-content-justification-center is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-94bc23d7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/form\/events\/webinars\/form-rss\/5147222\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/12\/Webinar-SMB-Innovation-Dreamforce.jpg?w=960\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10826\" style=\"width:179px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/12\/Webinar-SMB-Innovation-Dreamforce.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/12\/Webinar-SMB-Innovation-Dreamforce.jpg?w=300&amp;h=169 300w, https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/12\/Webinar-SMB-Innovation-Dreamforce.jpg?w=768&amp;h=432 768w, https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/12\/Webinar-SMB-Innovation-Dreamforce.jpg?w=150&amp;h=84 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-webinar-small-business-innovation-from-dreamforce-2025\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/form\/events\/webinars\/form-rss\/5147222\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webinar: Small Business Innovation from Dreamforce 2025<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-cluster-content-card is-content-justification-center is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-94bc23d7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/small-business\/free-crm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"577\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/12\/Salesforce-free-suite.png?w=1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10828\" style=\"width:178px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/12\/Salesforce-free-suite.png 1268w, https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/12\/Salesforce-free-suite.png?w=300&amp;h=169 300w, https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/12\/Salesforce-free-suite.png?w=768&amp;h=432 768w, https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/12\/Salesforce-free-suite.png?w=1024&amp;h=577 1024w, https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/12\/Salesforce-free-suite.png?w=150&amp;h=84 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-more-with-salesforce-for-free-nbsp\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/small-business\/free-crm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Do more with Salesforce \u2013 for free&nbsp;<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-knowing-your-target-market-matters\">Why knowing your target market matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing who to target helps you stop wasting time on people who aren\u2019t interested, so you can start focusing on those who are. Here\u2019s why getting clear on your target market makes all the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-better-marketing-efficiency\">Better marketing efficiency<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Marketing without a clear audience is like shouting into a void. You spend time and money trying to reach everyone but end up connecting with no one. When you define your target market, you know where to find your ideal customers and how to speak their language. This makes your marketing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/small-business-marketing-strategy\/\">cost-effective<\/a> and successful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-personalised-and-impactful-messaging\">More personalised and impactful messaging<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>People don\u2019t respond to generic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/sales\/pitch-examples\/\">sales pitches<\/a>. They connect with brands that understand their needs and challenges. When you know your target market, you can craft messages that feel personal and relevant. So, no more guessing what will resonate. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/free-advertising-ideas-for-small-business\/\">create ads<\/a>, emails, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/small-business\/marketing\/social-media-marketing-guide\/\">social media content<\/a> that actually speak to the right people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-higher-customer-retention-and-brand-loyalty\">Higher customer retention and brand loyalty<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Attracting customers is one thing. Keeping them is another. According to the Salesforce State of the Connected Customer report, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/resources\/research-reports\/state-of-the-connected-customer\/\">65% of customers expect businesses to adapt to their changing needs and preferences<\/a>. When customers feel like a brand truly &#8220;gets&#8221; them, they\u2019re more likely to buy again, and even recommend it to others. A well-defined target market helps you create experiences that keep customers coming back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-4-main-ways-to-segment-a-target-market\">The 4 main ways to segment a target market<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even within your target market, people have different needs, preferences, and behaviours. That\u2019s why businesses use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/marketing\/segmentation\/\">segmentation<\/a> \u2014 breaking their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/marketing\/target-audience\/\">target audience<\/a> into smaller, more defined groups. This makes marketing even more effective, making sure the right message reaches the right people. There are four main ways to segment a target market:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Demographic segmentation:<\/strong> This is based on measurable traits like age, gender, income, education, and occupation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Geographic segmentation:<\/strong> This is based on where they are located globally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Psychographic segmentation:<\/strong> This is based on personality traits, hobbies, beliefs, and attitudes. For example, a fitness brand might market differently to hardcore athletes vs. casual gym-goers, even if they are the same age.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Behavioural segmentation:<\/strong> This focuses on how customers act, like their buying habits and product usage. Businesses analyse these patterns to offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/commerce\/ecommerce-personalization\/\">personalised recommendations<\/a> or discounts that match customer behaviour.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"layout-six wp-block-salesforce-blog-offer\">\n\t<div class=\"wp-block-offer__wrapper\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-offer__content\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"wp-block-offer__title\">Small Business Innovation from Dreamforce 2025<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-offer__description\">Discover the latest and greatest innovations from Dreamforce on Agentforce Marketing, Sales, Service<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-button\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/form\/events\/webinars\/form-rss\/5147222\">Watch webinar<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-offer__media\">\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/12\/Webinar-SMB-Innovation-Dreamforce.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/12\/Webinar-SMB-Innovation-Dreamforce.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/12\/Webinar-SMB-Innovation-Dreamforce.jpg?w=300&amp;h=169 300w, https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/12\/Webinar-SMB-Innovation-Dreamforce.jpg?w=768&amp;h=432 768w, https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/12\/Webinar-SMB-Innovation-Dreamforce.jpg?w=150&amp;h=84 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-find-and-define-your-target-market\">How to find and define your target market<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re unsure about who your ideal customers are, you\u2019re not alone. Many businesses start with a broad audience and refine it over time. The key is to use data and research to narrow down the people who truly need and want what you offer. Here\u2019s a step-by-step approach to help you identify and define your target market effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-analyse-your-existing-customers\">Step 1: Analyse your existing customers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to understand your target market is to look at the customers you already have. Their demographics and behaviours can reveal valuable patterns. You can review purchase history to identify common traits. For example, if you notice that a large percentage of your customers are young professionals living in urban areas, that\u2019s a strong indicator of your core audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/crm\/what-is-crm\/\">customer relationship management (CRM)<\/a> tool, use it to dig deeper into your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/sales\/data\/\">sales data<\/a>. Customer feedback is just as important as numbers. Surveys, interviews, and social media interactions give you direct insights into why people choose your business. Asking questions about their needs and buying decisions can help refine your understanding of what they\u2019re looking for. The goal is to pinpoint the shared characteristics of your most valuable customers, so you can find more people like them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"What is CRM and How Does it Work?\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SlhESAKF1Tk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-research-your-industry-and-competitors\">Step 2: Research your industry and competitors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you\u2019re just starting out, you\u2019re not operating in a vacuum. Your industry has trends, customer preferences, and competitors who are already serving a market. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/marketing\/how-to-conduct-market-research\/\">Studying them can give you valuable insights<\/a> into where your business fits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/trailhead.salesforce.com\/content\/learn\/modules\/competitor-tracking-in-salesforce\/build-reports-and-dashboards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Look at successful competitors<\/a> and analyse their customer base. Who are they targeting? What messaging do they use? Check out their social media and marketing campaigns. Pay attention to how customers interact with them. This can reveal what people like or dislike about their offerings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But don\u2019t just copy what others are doing. Identifying gaps in the market is just as important as learning from competitors. If existing businesses are focused on broad audiences, there may be an opportunity to specialise in a niche market. Differentiating yourself by catering to an uncommon group can give you a competitive edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-segment-your-audience\">Step 3: Segment your audience<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have enough data, breaking it down into segments makes it easier to target specific groups effectively. Audience segmentation involves dividing potential customers into categories based on common traits such as demographics (age, gender, income), geography (location, climate), psychographics (values, lifestyle), or behaviour (buying habits, brand loyalty).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This process allows for more precise <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/small-business\/marketing\/smb-marketing-guide\/\">marketing strategies<\/a>. A skincare brand, for example, may have different messaging for teenagers dealing with acne versus adults looking for anti-aging products. By organising potential customers into clear segments, it becomes easier to tailor products and advertisements in a way that resonates with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-4-create-buyer-personas\">Step 4: Create buyer personas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/buyer-persona\/\">buyer persona<\/a> is a fictional representation of your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/ideal-customer-profile\/\">ideal customer<\/a> based on the data you\u2019ve collected. It includes details like their age, job, interests, pain points, and buying behaviour. For example, instead of just saying your target audience is &#8220;small business owners,&#8221; you could create a persona like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, &#8220;Jessica, 34, runs an online boutique and struggles with managing social media marketing while handling daily operations. She prefers easy-to-use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/small-business\/marketing\/\">marketing tools<\/a> that save time and improve customer engagement.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating personas makes it easier to craft messaging that speaks directly to the needs and motivations of your audience. The more detailed and specific the personas, the more effective your marketing and product strategies will be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-5-test-and-refine-your-targeting\">Step 5: Test and refine your targeting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Defining your target market is an ongoing process. As your business grows, your audience may change. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to test your targeting and refine it based on real-world results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try running small <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/marketing\/campaigns\/\">marketing campaigns<\/a> aimed at different audience segments. Track engagement and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/blog\/conversion-rate-optimization\/\">conversion rates<\/a> to see which groups respond best. Use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/marketing\/what-is-ab-testing\/\">A\/B testing<\/a> to compare different messages and ad placements. You also need to pay attention to customer feedback (like reviews or surveys) and support inquiries to understand what your audience truly wants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If something isn\u2019t working, adjust your approach. Maybe you discover a new segment that\u2019s more engaged than your original target. Or perhaps your messaging needs tweaking. 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With <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/ap\/products\/marketing-cloud\/best-practices\/customer-segmentation\/\">customer segmentation<\/a> and built-in analytics features, you can see what\u2019s working and refine your approach as you grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How an AI CRM Scales With You | Salesforce Explained\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/N2z5swelQTM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-market-research-tools\">Market research tools<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hearing directly from your audience is one of the best ways to understand their needs. 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