byecksmanon10-13-200903:24 AM- last edited on10-13-200910:51 AMbyZanetaB
to get through the recession i no longer shop brick and mortar. honestly, i have been trying to purchase all my goods online. i even compare prices for services i need. i find that i spend much less money when i purchase items online. also, the purchases tend to be more deliberate, therefore i am less likely to impulse shop. i used to shop at Best Buy but now I buy everything online. also, i lost my health insurance recently and I definitely can not afford my prescriptions at full price, so i buy them too online. I know alot of people worry that its a scam, but if you do your research you'll find very safe, reputable places online that give you information about who to order from. There are tons. I'm sure you can find them on google, but my favore itsall my clothes i buy online. this is a big one, especially i think for women. Also, when it comes to food, i order in bulk and i never eat out. also, alway google for coupon codes. you are very likely to find coupon codes for anything from electronics to pharmacy to clothing. okay, well i hope those tips help you get through the recession a little easier.
Go over all your receipts from last month. Look at how many ourchsaes were based on impulse at the checkout line. In my experience, the items at the checkout line are all high profit margin products.
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Message Edited by ZanetaB on 11-02-2009 01:08 PM
byjrosesron10-31-200901:08 PM- last edited on11-02-200901:08 PMbyZanetaB
That is true. Always online is cheaper unless they want to make too much. Online is a better choice since they have less employees, no space required with expensive rent. And yes google is kind of a must when look into that. However you must check at least first page of google return since some companies are bettre rank for SEO reasons.
Message Edited by ZanetaB on 11-02-2009 01:08 PM
bydarylron10-31-200906:08 PM- last edited on11-02-200901:10 PMbyZanetaB
Also, ordering online gives you the ability to purchase from anywhere around the world, with waived shipping costs (sometimes)! This means you can virtually buy anything you want with a click!
Message Edited by nortamas on 10-31-2009 11:18 PM
bytopparkedon11-01-200912:12 AM- last edited on11-02-200901:33 PMbyZanetaB
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In these recessionary times small business owners have been forced to implement creative tactics to maintain their business -- from budgeting resources to marketing to retaining customers. Share one effective tactic you’ve taken in response to the recession.
