Black Friday and Cyber Monday on their way!

In the US, shoppers go crazy on what is known as Black Friday - the day after Thanksgiving - were many people have the day off and it’s a chance to get some Christmas shopping done.

Here in the UK, the main online shopping day is generally known as Cyber Monday or even ‘Mega Monday’, which is usually the first Monday in December.

This year, the first Monday in December doesn’t fall until the 7th and I reckon we could be in for two Cyber Monday’s, with the first falling this coming Monday November 30th.  Last year it was Monday December 8th and the BBC reported that the busiest times would be between 1300 and 1400, when people would be in work and sat at their desks shopping online.

Let’s face it, most days are busy in the run up to Christmas especially as the date draws closer and people realise they need to start their shopping.  Already myself and a few others have reported a surge in sales, with some reporting their best days ever which is great to see!

According to the Guardian, last year on Cyber Monday Amazon received a whopping 16 orders every second, with a delivery truck leaving their warehouses every 5 and a half seconds!

Having the postal strikes called off has certainly removed any uncertainty and has hopefully restored the faith in online shopping, especially as people order right up to the last minute.  Last year, over 4 million logged onto the internet on Christmas Day, so they’re even going past the last minute!

Have a great Christmas everyone!!