1. In snack shops, the younger and prettier the owner, the better the business.
2. The real economy is greatly affected by e-commerce, but pharmacies remain strong. No family can buy too much medicine in advance or wait until they are sick to order medicine online.
3. 'Clearance sales', 'discount sales', 'lease expiration'... are all promotional tactics used by merchants. They change their promotional methods regularly, so don’t take them too seriously.
4. Earning money from men's health, women's beauty, elderly care, children's education, and people looking to make money is the easiest.
5. Home appliance repair services aren’t usually a big deal, but sometimes to make money, they’ll claim that various parts are broken. If you believe them completely, you’ll fall for it.
6. Seemingly dirty jobs like regular plumbing can be overpriced if you don’t understand them because they know you’re afraid of getting dirty. Sometimes, you might just give in and spend more money.
7. You can buy the battery for your car key online and replace it yourself by watching videos. If you go to a key-making place to replace the battery, it costs about 30 to 50 yuan, taking advantage of your reluctance to deal with hassle.
8. Nowadays, being a doctor is relatively easy. When you visit a hospital, a simple description of your symptoms will lead to a long list of tests, and you’ll wait in line for results before seeing the doctor, who will send you away quickly with just a few words.
9. Nowadays, teachers are afraid to openly offer tutoring, but they charge higher prices for private lessons. Some teachers even conduct online classes secretly, changing passwords every day.
10. After the pandemic, housing prices have dropped, and most people's assets have shrunk. If it's a 'just need', don’t worry about it, because you can’t sell your house to live in a rental. The difficult situation affects families with multiple properties.
11. 'Gold medal confinement nannies' may be trying to convince you of their exceptional skills, but some might actually have little experience, and their abilities might not match their promotion.
12. If there are no parking spaces in the community, giving the security guard a bottle of water or a pack of cigarettes every day will ensure you don’t have to worry about parking when you return.
13. The price of waste collection at your door should differ by more than 20% from the price of selling waste at a nearby recycling station.
14. Most stationery stores near elementary and middle schools sell some toys and snacks, but some are closing down. Many people now buy stationery online, making it hard for such stores to survive, and many are no longer profitable.
15. Clothing stores are finding it increasingly difficult to do business, as many people have developed a habit of buying clothes online. Many customers visit brand stores to try on clothes, memorize the item numbers, and then buy online, potentially saving 30% to 50%.
16. It’s essential to put a 'shatterproof film' or buy a protective case for a new phone. Repairing a broken phone screen can be very expensive.
17. A good smartphone now costs more than a laptop. After a few years of use, smartphones slow down significantly, making them increasingly difficult to use without replacement.
18. The number of mobile phone repair shops and people in this industry is increasing, and repairing a phone can easily cost several hundred yuan.
19. In the stock market, the reality might be worse than 'eight losses, one break-even, one gain'; the vast majority of retail investors are 'chives', continuously being harvested. They often think they are skilled, believing that reading a few books or attending a few classes is sufficient, only to learn a harsh lesson.
20. Barbecue shops serve delicious grilled food, but they use a lot of MSG, chicken essence, and other additives in their seasonings. It’s better to eat less barbecued food outside and try to make it yourself.
21. Fruit shops have high profits, and now many are adding WeChat accounts, forming groups, and using online and offline sales models like group buying.
22. More and more people are entering the live streaming and sales industry, where commissions for selling products are particularly high; some top streamers can earn hundreds of thousands or even millions in a single session.
23. The competition in the courier industry is intensifying, with more and more delivery personnel, making it less profitable than before. Many delivery workers have started delivering takeout as well.
24. Delivery prices are getting higher, not just for merchants but also for delivery platforms and delivery personnel, all of whom need to make a profit, ultimately leading to higher costs for consumers.
25. New energy vehicles are becoming increasingly popular, driving down the prices of gasoline vehicles. The number of manufacturers producing new energy vehicles is growing, with some smartphone companies starting to make cars. The second-hand car market is struggling because new cars are becoming cheaper.
26. The items that are most conveniently accessible in supermarkets often have poor expiration dates, while those that require a bit more effort to reach tend to have much better dates.
27. There are more and more milk tea shops in cities, but many products are just a mixture of syrup, additives, and water, often selling for over ten or even dozens of yuan.
28. Most beer sold in supermarkets is industrial beer, while higher-quality craft beers are much more expensive. Drinking poor-quality beer can also harm your health.
29. When traveling to big cities with children, you must prepare in advance. Many museums and universities require reservations days in advance; otherwise, you'll waste precious time by not being able to visit the places you want.
30. The interest rates of state-owned banks are getting lower, so you can deposit money in local banks. Local banks are as secure as the major state-owned banks and also offer deposit insurance. For amounts over 200,000, you should opt for large deposit certificates, as the interest will vary significantly over the years.
