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On to Black Friday 2020!
1. Start early
So a few years ago, to minimize people literally trampling and fighting each other at the door, the stores starting spacing out Black Friday over a few days over a few weeks. This has reduced the loss of human dignity during the maddening retail buzz this time of year
Despite that, people seem to wait for the actual “Black Friday” which is the day after Thanksgiving. However, based on an analysis from Consumer Reports, its best to start early as some of the best deals can be found then and the items are more likely to be in stock.
Walmart, for example, just announced it will have three "Deals for Days" events staggered throughout November that kick off online and then move to stores. Target's "Deal Days" will Black also span the entire month of November
2. Skip the in-store sales and shop online. There will probably be fewer big in-store promotions this year—no reason to attract crowds—and more emphasis on online shopping, with either free delivery or ship-to-store programs with curbside pickup.
Most big time stores such as Target, Best Buy and Walmart have already announced they will be closed on Thanksgiving. (which is the way it should be)
I honestly hate that people duck out right after Thanksgiving lunch/dinner to go shopping when we should be falling asleep on the couch together, watching football and yelling about politics and family disagreements and dysfunction.
3. Use Websites and Apps.
The Consumer Reports website lists the current prices at various outlets for the products in our ratings. You can also try Google Shopping, PriceGrabber, and Shopzilla. When you’re in a store, smartphone apps such as BuyVia, Shopkick, ShopSavvy, and Shopular let you scan bar codes or QR codes to compare prices, get discounts, and score coupons.
Browser extensions like camelcamelcamel and Honey for Chrome and Firefox can help with this and those are free!
4. Store loyalty programs offer early access and special coupons so use it them. They can have exclusive offers and make it worth your while.
5. Retailers are rewarding those who follow social channels with special offers
Why? because it gives them access to you the rest of the year. Follow them for now and unfollow the rest of the year to avoid overspending.
6. Create a budget and STICK TO IT.
Otherwise you will end up like 39% of Americans who report regret over how much they spent on Black Friday. That’s 1 in 3 people have regrets over Black Friday! What a terrible thing. On top of that, over half of all Black Friday shoppers report stress after making their purchases.
7. TVs are one of the hottest items that people buy this time of year. The average price of a TV drops 18% during Black Friday sales and for larger TVs, it can
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By Stephen CoursonCheck out www.everything.money for more insights and get our Lifestyle Strategy Playbook to help you save more and live the life that you want!
On to Black Friday 2020!
1. Start early
So a few years ago, to minimize people literally trampling and fighting each other at the door, the stores starting spacing out Black Friday over a few days over a few weeks. This has reduced the loss of human dignity during the maddening retail buzz this time of year
Despite that, people seem to wait for the actual “Black Friday” which is the day after Thanksgiving. However, based on an analysis from Consumer Reports, its best to start early as some of the best deals can be found then and the items are more likely to be in stock.
Walmart, for example, just announced it will have three "Deals for Days" events staggered throughout November that kick off online and then move to stores. Target's "Deal Days" will Black also span the entire month of November
2. Skip the in-store sales and shop online. There will probably be fewer big in-store promotions this year—no reason to attract crowds—and more emphasis on online shopping, with either free delivery or ship-to-store programs with curbside pickup.
Most big time stores such as Target, Best Buy and Walmart have already announced they will be closed on Thanksgiving. (which is the way it should be)
I honestly hate that people duck out right after Thanksgiving lunch/dinner to go shopping when we should be falling asleep on the couch together, watching football and yelling about politics and family disagreements and dysfunction.
3. Use Websites and Apps.
The Consumer Reports website lists the current prices at various outlets for the products in our ratings. You can also try Google Shopping, PriceGrabber, and Shopzilla. When you’re in a store, smartphone apps such as BuyVia, Shopkick, ShopSavvy, and Shopular let you scan bar codes or QR codes to compare prices, get discounts, and score coupons.
Browser extensions like camelcamelcamel and Honey for Chrome and Firefox can help with this and those are free!
4. Store loyalty programs offer early access and special coupons so use it them. They can have exclusive offers and make it worth your while.
5. Retailers are rewarding those who follow social channels with special offers
Why? because it gives them access to you the rest of the year. Follow them for now and unfollow the rest of the year to avoid overspending.
6. Create a budget and STICK TO IT.
Otherwise you will end up like 39% of Americans who report regret over how much they spent on Black Friday. That’s 1 in 3 people have regrets over Black Friday! What a terrible thing. On top of that, over half of all Black Friday shoppers report stress after making their purchases.
7. TVs are one of the hottest items that people buy this time of year. The average price of a TV drops 18% during Black Friday sales and for larger TVs, it can
Love This? Leave a Review
Help more pros find us and just take 10 seconds:
• Apple Podcasts: [https://shorturl.at/Jhlez]
• Spotify: [https://shorturl.at/8IeVM]
Connect with Stephen
Website: lifebuilder.co | LinkedIn: [linkedin.com/in/stephencourson] | YouTube: [youtube.com/@stephencourson]
About Lifebuilder
The Lifebuilder Podcast helps ambitious entrepreneurs and leaders gain clarity, eliminate distractions, and achieve their goals faster. Each episode gives practical strategies for personal growth, productivity, and building a meaningful life. If you want clear direction, better focus, and proven frameworks to win at life and work, this show gives you the tools to get unstuck and move forward.