Monday, February 20, 2012
The difference between a Winner and a Loser
Just saw someone post this link on facebook today. I was explaining some of this to a friend earlier this week, so I thought I would re-post the link.
Enjoy!
Friday, February 17, 2012
Dinair at Sears
A few months ago, Sears picked up a new line of makeup. I'm guessing this was one of their attempts to improve the Sears brand, in order to compete with the Bay. The line was called Dinair, which is the originator of air brush makeup.
I think it was a great addition to Sears. The staff at the Dinair Sears counter were super nice and very helpful. Too bad it was pulled just after 3 months. I had originally thought it was Sears that pulled it, but I just found out that it was Dinair. The staff had received a phone call one morning, and told to pack up and not come back. It was a very sad day at Sears.
It sucks for people like me, who had bought the kit. Luckily, I bought some extra colours. But now, when I need re-fills, it will be a very annoying process, and possibly a difficult one.
Not sure why they decided to pull out. But I do think they made one big mistake.
Advertising. Products don't sell themselves. I didn't see or hear of any advertising about Dinair at Sears. I had originally walked by the counter a couple of times, and had no idea what it was about until I decided to stop and check it out. Perhaps even advertising before it was launched to create anticipation, and then have a big launch event. Maybe they did have a launch event, but I didn't know about it.
Disappointing.
I think it was a great addition to Sears. The staff at the Dinair Sears counter were super nice and very helpful. Too bad it was pulled just after 3 months. I had originally thought it was Sears that pulled it, but I just found out that it was Dinair. The staff had received a phone call one morning, and told to pack up and not come back. It was a very sad day at Sears.
It sucks for people like me, who had bought the kit. Luckily, I bought some extra colours. But now, when I need re-fills, it will be a very annoying process, and possibly a difficult one.
Not sure why they decided to pull out. But I do think they made one big mistake.
Advertising. Products don't sell themselves. I didn't see or hear of any advertising about Dinair at Sears. I had originally walked by the counter a couple of times, and had no idea what it was about until I decided to stop and check it out. Perhaps even advertising before it was launched to create anticipation, and then have a big launch event. Maybe they did have a launch event, but I didn't know about it.
Disappointing.
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Calvin Klein Sweater
You know you have a great sweater when even strangers love your sweater, even if it is staff members. That happened to today when I bought this Calvin Klein open sweater today from the Bay on Queen. It was the last one left, and the perfect size for me. Its black, with shiny silver threads throughout, very thick and warm too.
I was at the Bay cash counter paying for another item, when another girl helping the cashier saw the Calvin Klein sweater. that I had put separate from the current purchase.. I wasn't paying for it just yet, as I didn't tried it on. I was just paying for a designer Armani jacket. The sales associate took the sweater out to get a better look at it. I could tell she wanted one for herself. I am always cautious or suspicious of sales people as I know they often dont have your best interest in mind. In this case, I could trully tell she wanted one as well!
The regular price of the sweater was $74.50. It was reduced to $37.19. I received an additional 40% off the reduced price. I paid only 30% off the regular price, saving me $52.15. A total savings of 70%.
I'm glad I bought it too. As today its super freezing at work! As soon as I put the sweater on, I felt a world of difference.
Clearance items are an additional 40% off at the Bay right now.
I was at the Bay cash counter paying for another item, when another girl helping the cashier saw the Calvin Klein sweater. that I had put separate from the current purchase.. I wasn't paying for it just yet, as I didn't tried it on. I was just paying for a designer Armani jacket. The sales associate took the sweater out to get a better look at it. I could tell she wanted one for herself. I am always cautious or suspicious of sales people as I know they often dont have your best interest in mind. In this case, I could trully tell she wanted one as well!
The regular price of the sweater was $74.50. It was reduced to $37.19. I received an additional 40% off the reduced price. I paid only 30% off the regular price, saving me $52.15. A total savings of 70%.
I'm glad I bought it too. As today its super freezing at work! As soon as I put the sweater on, I felt a world of difference.
Clearance items are an additional 40% off at the Bay right now.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Table topics
Best table topics 2 weeks in a row! Wow, I've grown since I was a member about 5+ years ago. I used to dread table topics but now I am the first to volunteer to speak!!!!
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
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Valentine's Day Surprise!
I really dislike Valentines Day. It reminds me of how alone I am. Well, I've learned that its ok to be single. I am enjoying the benefits of being single... like doing what I want, when I want. I love that freedom. I've also learned that I am enough, and I dont need a man to complete me. I complete me.
The part that sucks is that on February 14th, the only thing I have to look forward to, is for the day to be over.
This Valentines day is going to be a pretty exciting one for me though. My iPad2 is supposed to arrive! Its the dream deal that I paid only $100 for. I am soo excited!!!!
The part that sucks is that on February 14th, the only thing I have to look forward to, is for the day to be over.
This Valentines day is going to be a pretty exciting one for me though. My iPad2 is supposed to arrive! Its the dream deal that I paid only $100 for. I am soo excited!!!!
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