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Once upon a time, “Shanghai Barber Shops” were found all over the city. The reason many have disappeared is not simply because trends have changed. Rather, the fundamental issue lay in their inability to evolve in step with the changing times. 😔
In an era where the “10-minute cut” has become standard and “speed and cost-performance” are key keywords in grooming, a counter-trend is emerging. “Classic Barbers” and “High-End Barber Shops,” where time is intentionally taken to groom and style, are steadily gaining popularity. 💈✨
Times change, and so do norms. The value once placed on “Barbering = Carefulness and Luxurious Time” has shifted. Today, “Fast, Cheap, and Easy” are the priorities. In this context, the success of QB House is a symbolic case study that perfectly captures the needs of the era. ✨
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Once upon a time, “Shanghai Barber Shops” were a staple in every corner of Hong Kong, found near almost every housing estate. With polite hospitality, classic chairs, and full-service treatments including shaving and massage, this barber culture provided a “healing time” for many. However… In recent years, these Shanghai Barber Shops have been rapidly vanishing. 😢
Sports brands were once seen as being exclusively “for the youth.” But today, their target audience is shifting toward active adults of all generations. 🏃♂️👟 Brands like Nike, Adidas, and Uniqlo’s sports lines have seen a significant increase in users over 40 in recent years. By meeting the need for “health consciousness x daily use,” they have gained empathy that transcends age groups. Continue reading “The Relationship Between TPO and Marketing (Part 6) ~Seeds of Marketing 107”