ACTIVITY Consumer Skills http://bizklde.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/Jump Start_Chapter 7.pdf Even though you have a great plan to save money every month, there will often be a new Item that you absolutely must have. It's that "Instant gratification of buying something new that will often get you off track when you set a savings goal for yourself. Why walt 6 months when you can buy something today? There is a lot of pressure out there for consumers to buy the latest and greatest thing. For Instance, you purchase a new Samsung Galaxy and a new model comes out next year. As a consumer, it is hard to say "no," and with advertisements all over our computer screens, emails and bllboards, It's hard to ignore. Salee pressure can be a big threat to your savings goals and it's important to spot this kind of high-level pressure when it happens. Directions: Let's say you've been able to save $1500. What happens in these following scenarios? 1. The product: A 55" LED TV for $999.99 The high pressure technique: Save $200 today only! Do you buy it? Did the sales pitch help you make your decision? How much did you spend? 2. The product: A $200 pair of high-end sneakers The high pressure technique: Buy one today and get the 2nd one for half-price! Do you buy it? Did the sales pitch help you make your decision? How much did you spend? 3. The product: A $399.00 Apple Watch, marked down from $450.00 The high pressure technique: This is the last one, don't miss out! Do you buy it? Did the sales pitch help you make your decision? How much did you spend? 4. Are there any other high-pressure techniques that you can think of? Have they been effective? Why or why not? Professional skill MS - AL Professional Sella (2005)