Marketing is low-key manipulation. Some do it safely and ethically (i.e. majority of companies whose ads you see) but some do it in a way that's harmful (*cough* direct-to-consumer pharmaceuticals).
Yes, it's to get someone to buy your product. It's a necessary side of business. But have you ever wondered why your fast food burger doesn't look as full and delicious as one on the TV? How about seeing a medication for diabetes, but wait, it's actually not for everyone with diabetes (that's why you talk to a doctor and let them tell you what you need). Or those cute puppy commercials that ask for donations? Trust me, I'd adopt every single puppy if I could, but they use footage that would make even the coldest of hearts melt a bit.
It's crazy fascinating seeing the science behind what's in front of our faces every single day.
Yes, it's to get someone to buy your product. It's a necessary side of business. But have you ever wondered why your fast food burger doesn't look as full and delicious as one on the TV? How about seeing a medication for diabetes, but wait, it's actually not for everyone with diabetes (that's why you talk to a doctor and let them tell you what you need). Or those cute puppy commercials that ask for donations? Trust me, I'd adopt every single puppy if I could, but they use footage that would make even the coldest of hearts melt a bit.
It's crazy fascinating seeing the science behind what's in front of our faces every single day.