One of the top stories could be about the amazing discounts at big retail stores. For example, some electronics stores might offer huge price cuts on popular items like laptops and TVs. Shoppers line up outside stores hours before opening to get these deals.
Some of the top stories might have been about the huge discounts offered by major retailers. Stores like Walmart and Amazon likely had great deals on electronics, which could be a big part of the top stories.
One of the top stories could be the record - breaking sales figures of certain stores. Maybe a particular chain had an amazing increase in revenue compared to previous years.
We can learn about consumer behavior. People tend to be more willing to spend during Black Friday due to the allure of discounts. This shows how price - sensitive consumers are and how marketing strategies that focus on price can be very effective.
Many employees mentally prepare themselves before Black Friday. They know it's going to be crazy, so they go in with a positive attitude. They might think of the day as a challenge rather than a nightmare. In my experience as a Black Friday employee at an electronics store, I told myself that every difficult customer was just a test of my patience and customer service skills. And when I started looking at it that way, the stress seemed more manageable.
Well, often there are stories about how different churches around the world celebrate Good Friday. Some might have elaborate re - enactments of the events leading to Jesus' crucifixion. There are also tales of families coming together to observe the solemn day, perhaps by fasting or praying together. And then there are the stories of volunteers helping the poor and needy on this day, as it is a time for reflection on sacrifice.
There are also stories of employees cheating on Black Friday. For instance, some employees might hold back the best deals for themselves or their friends before the official store opening time. This is unfair to the regular customers who have been waiting in line for hours in the cold, expecting a fair chance at the best bargains.
One horror story is the stampedes that sometimes occur. People are so eager to get into stores for the best deals that they push and shove. I heard of a case where an elderly person got knocked down and injured in the chaos outside a big - box store.
One story from Black Friday 2016 was about a small local store. They had a special deal on handmade sweaters. People lined up outside the store early in the morning. The owner was so happy to see the long queue as it showed the community's support for local business.