You go to Costco (pre coco), the sample lady harasses you to try one of the products they are trying to push on you; this is all a setup. Think about it, who is going to then down a nice seasoned lady? Many people would not do this. When you take that sample from her and put it to your lips as you walk away, at times, you stop and say to yourself that this is good. You then find yourself going back for more, and on future trips, you seek them out; this is hood economics 101. Give the customer a freebie, get them hooked, and then hit them sell.
Who doesn’t like getting things for free? It’s one of the best feelings in the world besides real love and chocolate. When you go to your favorite restaurant, department, etc., and they give you something for gratis, it’s dang near exhilarating. However, I do believe that people should not go to establishments EXPECTING to get something for free (unless you go to Hot Chicken Takeover and get a meal and help yourself to that unlimited refillable sweet tea).
Why shouldn’t you expect to get things for free? Well, just like you like/need to get paid at your job or for your services, businesses need to as well. Some of society believe that having a business is synonymous with instantaneous wealth. Yes, while you acquire possible riches with entrepreneurship, bills, expenses, and the unknown exists. Think about it; business owners have to pay for building, rent/lease, utilities, employees, contractors, products, equipment, medical insurance, maintenance, supplies, CAM, and a host of other things. That same business owner still has to pay their rent/mortgage, utilities, groceries, car, gas, supplies, clothes, kids, etc.; that’s much stuff to pay for, let me tell you first hand. Some folk think that businesses are making a ton of money, and thus, they do not need their coin; this is not the case, especially after 2020!
Don’t ask for free if it’s part of your rewards for a customer loyalty program. Plenty of businesses took a massive hit in 2020, and they need all the resources, support, and income they can get. If a company messes up your order, took entirely too long, and made you sick, allow them the opportunity to make it right. If they don’t offer you your meal, product, or service for free or at a discounted rate (which they should in the event any on the prior list should occur), and that’s what you desire, take your business elsewhere.
