Earning consumers’ trust has always been a top priority for savvy brands, but in today’s increasingly crowded marketplace, trust is an even more critical asset. When a brand’s strategic narrative includes the promise of trust and responsibility, it’s vital that the consumer journey reinforces those ideals. Let’s take a look at the consumer decision-making process and how trust can be built at each point along the way.

The Consumer Decision-Making Process

The EBK model of the consumer decision-making process was first codified in 1968. While the consumer experience has changed drastically since then (this video from Directive Consulting provides an interesting overview), the five steps of the EBK model are still used by marketers and brand-builders today. Here’s how brands can gain trust at each critical moment of the consumer journey:
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