Are You Ready for Cyber Monday?
This is it! The Third Annual Cyber Monday. Since 2005, more and more shoppers have been going online, looking for the best deals; on the same token, more and more stores are prepared to offer them savings and discounts for this joyous time of year.
USA Today Reports:
The Financial Post Reports that:
Holiday sales are expected to rise 21% to $33-billion this year, it should prove be a joyous time, regardless of whether or not Cyber Monday kicks the season off on a strong note. Last year, online holiday sales were $608-million for the day and E-tailers could bring in $700-million or more in sales on Monday alone if last year is any indication, according to global outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas Inc.
And it makes sense. I heard on the radio that Wal-Mart will be opening at 6:00 a.m. on Black Friday and Kohl’s will be opening at 4:00 a.m. While saving 20% sounds enticing, so does sleeping in on a day off. And since I live in Texas, I even considered it for more than a minute—I mean, it is doable. It is not like getting up at 4:00 a.m. in Wisconsin, Iowa, Colorado, or Washington. Up north, you face cold, snow, etc. and there is no way I would wake up early on a day off to face that.
And fortunately, you do not have to! With the internet, you can buy online in the comfort of your home without having to face the weather or the crowds. The online stores are offering up deals and incentives—such as free shipping—to entice you to buy this holiday season. So don’t worry about missing out on a great deal—you may be able to find an even better one online. Companies in retail, including the ones I work with, already have their promotions, discounts, and free shipping offers planned. They want to be the place you choose when are looking for holiday gifts this year.
So happy and safe shopping, and happy and safe holidays.
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