Holiday Shopping Tips
The pop-up markets are every weekend, and your favorite stores are having sales almost daily. This means holiday shopping is in full swing, and you want to be sure you capitalize on all the deals without the added hassle. Search for the perfect holiday gifts for your family and friends with ease, here’s how.
1. Plan Ahead:
If you haven’t begun your holiday shopping, this is your sign to get started. When you plan ahead you avoid the stress of last-minute shopping. You also get the opportunity to truly think about your gift options, ensuring they’re meaningful and well-thought-out.
2. Make a List:
Who needs a gift this year, you favorite clients, direct reports, new beau? Make sure you’ve noted whomever you’ve deemed worthy enough for a gift. When you make a list you alleviate the risk of forgetting someone.
3. Set a Budget:
Budgeting is my number one priority. One should always establish a clear budget before shopping begins. This will prevent overspending and financial stress in the aftermath of the holidays.
4. Shop Online:
Online shopping is beneficial for a variety of reasons. My personal favorite is not having to deal with humans and traffic. However, read the reviews and verify the company first. Companies like Amazon are full of retailers with great ideas but poor execution. You don’t want to end up with poor quality products that don’t resemble the advertising or simply are inoperable.
5. Support Small Businesses:
Knomi Kado is a small business, so of course we must remind you to support local and small businesses. They often have unique, handcrafted gifts that you won't find in larger stores. Your support does make a big difference in their success, far greater than your contributions to already established million dollar franchises.
6. Check Out Holiday Sales:
Keep an eye out for sales and discounts, especially during the month of November. Black Friday and Cyber Monday are no longer the days with the biggest deals. Since Covid, most retailers have sales the entire month of November.
7. Suggest Secret Santa:
Save some money and time. Gather a group of family or friends and do secret Santa. This will significantly reduce the number of gifts you need to purchase. Check out www.elfster.com to get started. It’s a Secret Santa generator.
8. Pay Attention to Shipping Deadlines:
If you're ordering gifts online, be aware of shipping deadlines to ensure your gifts arrive on time. Logistics during the holidays are always slower than normal.
9. Visit Antique Shops
Thrift stores and antique shops have an amazing selection of unique gift ideas. Though you may associate secondhand gifts with being low budget, that is far from the truth. There are several shops with top quality items. Shopping at thrift stores is also an eco-friendly choice, as it promotes recycling and reduces the demand for new products.