The first is the invisible loss of the catering industry.
Nowadays, in order to attract business, major businesses have launched various offers and activities to attract consumers. In many cases, the effect of activities is very good for businesses, and it also benefits consumers who come to try. However, there are also some activities that take advantage of the cheapness of human nature, but consumers can't see where there is a problem. For example, some restaurants will introduce the policy of low-cost packaged food in the store. It seems nothing, but there is a small welfare hidden inside. This means that the packaged tableware and bags are actually free. And the store will choose those high-quality packaging boxes and disposable tableware, and will also attach seasoning packages. Many smart friends will choose to pack after learning about this policy. Because high-quality packaging boxes and bags can be used many times. As a result, there are a lot of packing boxes and straps at home. Some people simply regard these disposable packaging boxes and bags as formal tableware at home and necessary items for shopping. You know, most disposable tableware has a long life and looks intact. After a certain period of time or changes in the use environment, it will begin to deteriorate or produce toxic substances. This seems to save the tableware at home, but in fact, your health may be threatened.
Second, all kinds of gifts in retail.
When we go to the supermarket, we often see gifts and promotions of various products. Booths that buy instant noodles often come with a lunch box; Selling laundry detergent will also send carts; Otherwise, buy two and get the same goods. Merchants have made great efforts to win customers in this respect. Consumers will find it very cost-effective most of the time. If you just think it's a good deal, it's money well spent. After all, money can't buy me happiness. But you can figure it out carefully. Most of the activities are actually "the wool is on the sheep". Originally, you wanted to buy a bag of instant noodles, but you can get a lunch box if you buy ten bags, so you may have bought nine more bags of instant noodles that don't really need a lunch box. Some people will say that the extra can be saved for later. The logic is correct, but it is not easy to go to the supermarket to buy it after eating, and the factory date can be guaranteed to be fresh? Free box lunch is actually nine bags of instant noodles that are not needed at present and instant noodles that will be eaten in the future.
Third, the points in the Internet age.
Punch in points every day, and points can be exchanged for prizes. Pushing a mobile phone program or software to a friend can get extra points. These operations, in today's internet age, most people have encountered and operated. We affectionately call these actions "bonus hunter". But you know, how cold wool is and how many problems you may face. Punching in the clock every day seems nothing, but you need to spend time and energy on it. Moreover, after punching in, some eye-catching links will pop up most of the time. After clicking in, you will go in for at least five minutes. Coupled with various buying and giving activities, there is a high probability that it will cost another sum. Recommend a friend's game, although I got a bonus. But it also explains your relationship with friends to the platform. Then marketing using this acquaintance relationship will follow. If you encounter some financial management software again, the merchants will go empty, and you will become a friend's sinner.
In life, there are countless pits similar to the above three situations. We need you to respond positively. After all, there is no free lunch, and there is no wool for no reason. After enjoying the good mood of taking advantage of small things once or twice, you should also consider your behavior from time to time. Whether it's a bargain or an invisible pit.