Millennial | Kevin CUSTOMER GOAL
Millennial | Kevin CUSTOMER ACTIONS
Millennial | Kevin CUSTOMER THOUGHTS & ACTIONS
Millennial | Kevin CHANNELS
Millennial | Kevin CONTENT EXPERIENCES
Millennial | Kevin CONTENT TOPICS, TYPES AND FORMATS
Millennial | Kevin CONTENT MESSAGES
Millennial | Kevin TOP CONTENT GAPS
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Kevin's Buyer Journey
JOURNEY MAP
eBay Content Strategy
PROJECT
01 February 2017
EXPORT DATE
Awareness (Inspired) Consideration / Selection (In… Buying / Use (Trusting, Resol… Customer Retention & Loyalt…
After seeing a newly released product or hobby related product in a social post / product ad / PP or Influencer review, clicks the link or searches for it directly on Google, finds an eBay listing / article / guide / collection, and clicks through to the site.Reads a guide / views a collection / watches a video and clicks a product link to view the detailsDecides on which to buy, adds to cart and makes shipment / payment selectionsReceives personalized offers and content related to purchase and cross vertical recommendations.
I want to buy a new product to try it out.
After seeing a newly released
product or hobby related
product in a social post /
product ad / PP or Influencer
review, clicks the link or
searches for it directly on
Google, finds an eBay listing /
article / guide / collection, and
clicks through to the site.
Reads a guide / views a
collection / watches a video
and clicks a product link to
view the details
OR
Views the browse page,
scans product listings and
wants to learn more about
how to use it or determining
which to buy.
Checks the buying and
shipping options and reads
the products details.
Decides on which to buy, adds
to cart and makes shipment /
payment selections
Receives order / shipping
confirmations.
Receives product.
Installs / uses product
(References how to install if
needed).
Returns / exchanges as
needed.
Receives personalized offers
and content related to
purchase and cross vertical
recommendations.
Shows friends / community
and advises them on what to
buy.
Shares experience on Social
media and forums.
Begins shopping for the next
item.
This new product looks awesome. I want
to learn more.
What are the experts saying?
Would it look good?
Do I have the skills and tools to install it
myself if needed?
What are the benefits?
Am I sure this is the right product to buy?
How quickly can I get it?
Is there free shipping?
Are there any better offers?
I'm excited about my new purchase -
can't wait for it to arrive.
What is the status of my order?
I am happy/unhappy with the product
once it arrives.
How do I install it again?
I need to return it. What's the policy
again?
The product is exactly what I wanted.
Excited to show my friends and
community. They are gonna want one
too.
I'd like to get a related or new product.
Web / App
Social
Display / Native
SEM / SEO
Email
Blog
Influencers / PP
Traditional (TV/Radio)
In Person
Customer Service
New products releases / deep dive DIY
related to interest area with expert
reviews from "super fans" community,
influencers and experts.
Gives details on the story of the product
or designer.
Modular content optimized for mobile
(not just app).
Answers the I-Want-to-Know moment by
providing snackable and informative in-
context content related to interest area.
Modular content optimized for mobile
(not just app).
Seamless experience for purchasing and
answering key questions / addressing
barriers along the way.
Real-time, brief updates.
Anticipates and answers the I-Want-to-
Do moments post
purchase with informative content.
Modular content optimized for mobile
(not just app).
Encourages and welcomes feedback
on/offsite.
Personalizes content and offers to fuel
interest in hobby based on previous
intent / purchases.
Comes to life with stories, expert opinion,
community connection to other
enthusiasts, and UGC.
Keeps eBay top of mind.
Modular content optimized for mobile
(not just app).
SEM/SEO for New Releases and DIY
Interest Areas
Editorial Content, Spotlights and
Interviews in Motors, Men's Fashion and
Tech
Community Forum/Connection -
Collections, Discussions, Opinions
Browse & Product Details
Reviews & Product Q&A
Interest-based Videos and Content,
i.e checklists, skills & knowledge, how to
choose, or gear care and repair (tips,
hacks, etc.).
Product Details
Product Imagery & Videos
Order Details / Status
Related How-tos / DIY
Ratings & Reviews
Social Sharing
Community Forum/Connection
Experiential Events
New Releases Updates
Interest Based Products & Content
Authority / Expertise
Vibrant Community
Deals
Trust
Free Shipping
Deals
Thorough & Helpful
Customer Support
Free Shipping
Thorough & Helpful
Customer Support
Authority / Expertise
Vibrant Community
Snackable UGC and expert videos
covering topics such as new product
releases, deep dive DIYs, top fan
collections / configurations.
Editorial content in Men’s Fashion and
Tech interest areas.
Increase visibility of published content
through SEO/SEM and in social media.
Embedded expert advice and videos to
support decision including checklists,
skills & knowledge, how to choose, or
gear care and repair (tips, hacks, etc.).
Personalized content emailed and shared
related to my purchase to increase
excitement and support/equip as needed
including expert advice, local/online
events, buyer stories, collections, and
editorial content.
Social engagement with experts and
other enthusiasts
Authoritative content in category, i.e. Car
of the Year
Millennial | Kevin
PERSONA
eBay Content Strategy
PROJECT
01 February 2017
EXPORT DATE
MILMid 30smale
Millennial | Kevin
General Management
Georgia, USA
Household no kids
Passions are my life.
Taking risks, having new adventures and getting excited about his
hobbies is a large part of who he is. He tries to stay up-to-date on
new releases surrounding his hobby and prides himself on being
an expert at it. Having the right gear and tools to pursue his hobby
is important. He wants to do things himself and revels in the sense of
accomplishment that he gets from it.
Acquisition
▸Car Parts & Accessories
▸Sneakers
▸Watches
▸Men's Apparel
▸Sports (Goods & Memorabilia)
▸Video Games, Consoles, Virtual Reality
▸Guitars
INITIALS AGE GENDER
NAME
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QUOTE
DESCRIPTION
GOAL
CATEGORY ALIGNMENT
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
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Mom Buyer & C2C First TIme Seller | Ashley CUSTOMER GOAL
Mom Buyer & C2C First TIme Seller | Ashley CUSTOMER ACTIONS
Mom Buyer & C2C First TIme Seller | Ashley CUSTOMER THOUGHTS & EMOTIONS
Mom Buyer & C2C First TIme Seller | Ashley CHANNELS
Mom Buyer & C2C First TIme Seller | Ashley CONTENT EXPERIENCES
Mom Buyer & C2C First TIme Seller | Ashley CONTENT TOPICS, TYPES & FORMATS
Mom Buyer & C2C First TIme Seller | Ashley CONTENT MESSAGES
Mom Buyer & C2C First TIme Seller | Ashley TOP CONTENT GAPS
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Ashley's Buyer Journey
JOURNEY MAP
eBay Content Strategy
PROJECT
01 February 2017
EXPORT DATE
Awareness (Inspired) Consideration / Selection (In… Buying / Use (Trusting / Reso… Customer Retention & Loyalt…
Checking email or browsing online from her phone sees a display ad / curated list / recommended product and clicks through to the site.Compares price, sellers, shipment and payment options, return policy, product condition, etc.Comes back to eBay, adds to cart / makes offer, and makes shipment / payment selectionsShows friends / shares experience.
I want to buy a product for myself or my
family.
Checking email or browsing
online from her phone sees a
display ad / curated list /
recommended product and
clicks through to the site.
Views the product details and
then shops around for the
same product.
Reads comments and ratings
for the product.
Discusses product
to friends/family member.
Compares price, sellers,
shipment and payment
options, return policy,
product condition, etc.
Reviews email and online
offers.
Comes back to eBay, adds to
cart / makes offer, and makes
shipment / payment selections
Receives order confirmation.
Receives shipping
confirmation.
Waits for product to arrive.
Receives / uses product.
Returns / exchanges as
needed.
Shows friends / shares
experience.
Receives personalized offers
and content related to
purchase and cross vertical
recommendations.
Begins shopping for the next
item.
It's a new season/life stage, what new
products do I need?
What product / brand is most popular
right now?
What are the benefits?
Where have I seen it before?
What are the alternatives?
What is the best way to get this product
(online or offline)?
Which retailer gives me the best value?
Will this product offer everything I need?
Is it safe for my kids?
What are friends/experts saying about it?
Am I sure this is the product I want to
buy?
Should I have to pay extra for shipping?
Are there faster shipment options?
Is this seller legit?
I'm excited about my new purchase -
can't wait for it to arrive.
Are there any better offers?
Product seem right and it looks
awesome, but what if I need to return it.
I am happy/unhappy with the product
once it arrives.
The product is exactly what I wanted.
Excited to share with my friends.
The product was returned. Next time I'll
check the product details more closely.
I'd like to get a related or new product
right away or wait for the next season.
Web / App
Social
Display / Native
SEM / SEO
Email
Blog
Influencers / PP
Traditional (TV/Radio)
In person
Customer support
Highly visual and story-driven content
authored by key influencers and experts.
Reviews and Ratings from buyers shared
socially.
Seasonal promotions focused on value
and top brands for less.
Lifestyle, culturally relevant and on trend.
Modular content optimized for mobile
(not just app).
Answers the I-Want-to-Know moment
with scannable, upfront content and
detailed reviews.
Highly visual design with imagery and
videos.
Highlights most important factors to
allow for easy comparison.
Encourages and welcomes sharing.
Modular content optimized for mobile
(not just app).
Simplifies the checkout experience.
Answers key questions with prominent
placement of price, promotion,
condition, seller, and return / shipping
policy.
Gives real-time, quick updates on order
status.
Modular content optimized for mobile
(not just app).
Encourages and welcomes feedback
on/offsite.
Personalizes content and offers based on
purchase and related verticals.
Modular content optimized for mobile
(not just app).
SEM/SEO for seasonal/lifestage topics
and popular products/brands
Reviews - Social Posts
Influencer Content and Posts with Videos,
Collections & Guides
Lifestyle Editorial Content for Fashion,
Home Decor, and Kids
Trends
Curated Merchandising, i.e. Editor's Picks
Browse & Product Details
Product Ratings & Reviews
Product Banners (Popular, Top Rated,
etc.)
Product Comparison
Product Selector
Related Advice and Stories
Simple, Easy to Scan Product Details
Product Ratings & Reviews
Product Comparison
Product Selector
Standardized Seller Stores, Profiles &
Ratings
eBay Policies
Ratings & Reviews
Social Sharing
Personalized Digests and e-Newsletter
with Recommended Related Content and
Offers (Editorial, Guides, Stories,
Collections, Videos)
Value
Top Brands for Less
Seasonal / Lifestage
Conversational
Trustworthy
Choice & Value
Easy Returns
Free Shipping
Trustworthy Seller
Helpful
Easy Returns
Free Shipping
Personal / Conversational
Value
Seasonal / Lifestage
More partnerships with bloggers and
social influencers that can reposition
eBay using videos, interviews, guides and
collections and promoted during
seasonal occasions.
More lifestyle and culturally
relevant content beyond fashion,i.e.
home decor, kids
Reviews from other buyers in social
channels.
Messaging focused on the value and top
brands for less.
Increased visibility of published content
through SEO/SEM.
Curated Merchandising, i.e. Editor's Picks
Interest-based hubs aggregating content
(collections, stories, interviews, expert
advice, and videos), brands and
merchandise.
Product Content/UX
Personalized content emailed and shared
related to purchase to increase
excitement and support/equip as needed
including expert/influencer advice,
local/online events, buyer stories,
collections, and editorial content.
Added encouragement to refer friends
and share experience.
Social listening to understand how we
are doing and incorporate feedback into
content messaging, merchandising, etc.
Millennial Female | Jenny
PERSONA
eBay Content Strategy
PROJECT
01 February 2017
EXPORT DATE
MILMid 30sfemale
Millennial Female | Jenny
Business Professional
California, USA
Single - No kids
To me, style is self expression.
Mary is a style enthusiast. She always on the hunt for products
and brands that represent her personal fashion style, don't break
the bank, and help to make her house more of a home. She loves
discovering new brands and new ways to wear what she already
owns. She gets her inspiration, tips, and tricks from Pinterest and
online personalities.
Acquisition
▸Shoes
▸Apparel
▸Handbags
▸Smartphones
▸Home Decor
▸Gift Cards
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CONTENT GAPSPERSONASJOURNEYS
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