Rich Habits Podcast

145: Our Black Friday & Cyber Monday Playbook — Saving You Hundreds

Nov 24, 2025
Discover the secrets to snagging the best deals this Black Friday and Cyber Monday! Austin and Robert delve into the psychology behind retailers' sales tactics. Learn how to confirm real discounts using handy tools like CamelCamelCamel and Honey. They share clever tips, like leveraging abandoned cart emails for extra savings. Plus, get the crucial scoop on what to buy and what to avoid. Their 5-step playbook equips you to budget effectively and stay on track for the ultimate shopping success!
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Why Retailers Go All-In For Black Friday

  • Black Friday/Cyber Monday exist to hit Q4 revenue, clear inventory, and exploit urgency psychology.
  • Retailers use scarcity and timed deals to trigger impulse purchases, not purely to help consumers save.
ADVICE

Verify Amazon Prices With History

  • Use CamelCamelCamel to check Amazon price history before buying.
  • Confirm a sale is genuine by comparing current price to recent price history.
ADVICE

Let Honey Try Coupon Codes For You

  • Install Honey browser extension and run it at checkout to auto-apply coupon codes.
  • Use Honey on thousands of sites to find extra discounts without manual searching.
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