Kaitlyn Bross is a senior here at St. Dominic High School. Besides being the Editor-in-Chief of Crusader Nation, she is involved with varsity lacrosse,...
The Bright Side of Black Friday
November 19, 2017
It’s that time of year again where bargain hunters from far and wide rejoice! Black Friday is the best day of the year to boost the economy and find this year’s must-haves at a great price. What is better for hungry American consumers than that?
Finding good Black Friday deals makes the whole crazy shopping spree totally worth it. For Americans, it is the best time to open your wallet support big businesses. Some stores even offer giveaways during Black Friday, so pay attention for some sweet deals coming your way. Also, electronic sales are one of a kind around Black Friday. Whether it is a TV, smartphone or tablet, this weekend is the best time to buy.
Seriously, Black Friday is amazing for businesses and shoppers alike. From Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday, 20% of the entire year’s online shopping is done in just one weekend.
If you are dedicated, it can be a money, time and life saver to get all of your Christmas shopping done on Black Friday. Not to mention, some stores will even wrap your gifts perfectly for you.
Not only that, but Black Friday creates seasonal job for eager employees. The NRF states that stores hired anywhere between 500,000 and 550,000 in 2017 alone just for the holiday season. While shopping amidst the herds this season, make sure to think about all the awesome employees giving you a helping hand.
Black Friday doesn’t take away from family time—it creates more of it! Your family will appreciate you even more if you buy them good gifts on Black Friday, and it can even become a family tradition to shop til you drop.
Whether you are looking for the perfect new phone or want some cheap candles, keep your eyes peeled for good deals this Black Friday.