The Cyber Monday Marketing Myth began with the 2005 shopping season to create media frenzy and brainwash the masses into thinking they should be sitting at work spending money instead of doing their job. As it turns out there is no basis for calling Cyber Mondayanything other than media hype. Looking back at on-line sales for 2005 cited data the shows the first two Mondays in December were actually busier then Cyber Monday.
So... With Black Friday behind you and Cyber Monday approaching are you finding the bargains? From what I have heard and seen Black Friday may be one of the biggest Bait & Switch campaigns in history. Although the advertising really isn't deceptive it can be called misleading. Looking at all the fantastic Door-Buster Bargain closely you'll notice fine print disclaimers noting - Quantities Limited! and No Rainchecks! Reading between the lines it looks pretty clearly like teaser deals to lure you into the store hoping you spend your wad on something else.
The wisest thing you can do the holiday season is remain level headed and think before you spend. It will be more fun to start the new year with a smile instead of a lingering debt from excessive shopping for quickly discarded items.
If you are in the market for a new home now is a great time to begin your search. During the coming winter months less buyers are looking at homes and you may find a better deal instead of waiting for the prime spring market to arrive. Give me a call or drop me an email if you need assistance Buying or Selling a home in my territory.
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Dan,
I just heard about that on the Radio... I am not that big on Shopping, it's too much work :0)
Tom... I'm not much for shopping either especially around this time of year.
Mana... I never really looked for any of the Cyber Monday deals. Just happened to hear all the horror stories related to Black Friday and remembered past hype about Monday. There was even a fist fight around here between two women at 4:00am Friday morning... What a season....!!!
Jennifer... If you're not shopping I hope you have a nice supply of fashionable suits for your extended swim.
Thesa... Sounds like you are way ahead... I don't even have a list of ideas for Christmas shopping yet. Also need to get past 3 birthdays in the coming weeks.
Dan,
Never heard of Cyber Monday...what some will do for a deal!I prefer to wait until the last minute and shop late at night.....fun! :)
Hey Dan,
seems a great advise for consumers, they can get a better deal because they are not buying against with the black friday, I have not been there, because I hate to do tails or lines and people buying like crazy, I prefer to wait, I do not have any urgency buying something that I want to save big bucks.
good blog
Ray Saenz
Philip... Guess I'll find out about those tire deals soon enough. Need new ones for the Jeep before winter but I just pop into Town Fair and pay the price.
George... I missed out on the festivities myself. Typically I'm up early enough to shop at those hours but I've never been a big fan of following the mob.
Suzanne... Never had you pegged as a night owl.... But the stores are much less crowed after 9:00 pm.
Ray... That's the most I ever say you say.... LOL I have enough junk myself and don't do much shopping.
Shannon... Naples is a little pricey for me. When in town we just rent a room at the Ritz.
Dan...I was out on BLACK FRIDAY and don't regret it for a second! I had a special "wish list" from my 7-year-old and had struggled until that very morning to fulfill his BIGGEST WISH! As for online...I haven't done that since before Black Friday. Soo...Cyber Monday isn't too tempting for me. I have noticed it mentioned ALOT this season. Is that supposed to mean something besides the subliminal message to SHOP SHOP SHOP!!!???