Being a committed haggler that I am, by virtue of my
upbringing and belief, I never buy a product which can be
bargained for a price lesser than one quoted by the retailer
.Well some find it unworthy and few high heeled people wont care
to get into the complex process ,but i am a hard core stubborn pro the whole
theory,unless it involves going to elite showrooms or malls which state a strict
no no to the strategy.....
The whole fun to a shopping experience lies in getting a commodity at a price
cheaper than one quoted by the shopkeeper .The kind of boost it gives always
gives you a high that u r a smart shopper.Not that i am an exhaustive hard
liner negotiator but certainly i do imply basic constituents of the business..
First being the behavioural tact.... which entails all the adjectives of disbelief at the
price,quality and authenticity of product .Ranging from supercilious sneer
to ,uncomplimentary resolve to buy the product.And believe me the farce has
to be strong don't have to go weak at knees,otherwise the beauty of the trick is spoiled.
Then the actual game theory-----------Common grounds, when you desperately want
to buy the product and show nonchalance, Na!!! not the one i am looking for ,don't
you have more etc etc..... and if ,the shopkeeper is keen to sell the product (which usually they are)....
he will want to convince you with the merits . that 'z it !!!He's is your target don't let
him dodge the ruse!!!
Next the anchor or the first pricing by the shopkeeper always remember that
it is not the divine call your craft is put to test now,,,,,,
Imply all known strategies with tact -the concession strategy ,counter buy
stratagem and the finale walk away bait. Try to keep the haggling zone within
win win limits.
Remember do not become an outrageous warrior, u have to evoke the right
kind of emotions ,be polite yet assertive,deploy a little charm probably flirt in
good humour,or a little banter to establish a relationship of cordiality.
Keep your bargain range not to contrary keep it within limits one can settle
for,don't meekly accept the shopkeepers refusal. Be convinced yourself that
haggling is not impolite,and don't make it one do not ever trounce repeated
remarks for gaining concession.
Ask for warranty of the product try finding an authentic fault and portray it
illustrious in front of the shopkeeper believe me they really cannot beat this tact
most of the times.
Now when you see the shopkeeper is in a combative mood himself do not
beat too unnecessarily around the bush.
Just grab the deal and walk away folks...
GUYS REMEMBER SOMETIMES ''
U may have asked for the sun and might get a moon''
Enjoy haggling don't give up,keep it up don't give up soon''
Don't be shy when you got to buy,
Pry ,Pry,Pry so that later u don't sigh!!!!!
Till then enjoy shopping and refined haggling...:)
