Don’t wait until Friday

While it may be tempting to wait until the big day itself, don’t delay your plans until Friday. With the help of some online research, locate those products you’ve wanted to purchase for a while.

Map your path

Planning your route is key. Write a list of shops you want and what you want to buy there. Plan where your chosen shops are in relation to one another with military precision. And don’t forget to check the opening and closing times – this can determine which shops you go to first and last.

Harness social media

If you are a fan of social media, liking or following brands on their Facebook and Twitter pages could lead to seeing posts about special deals and opportunities. Not just for Black Friday, but all year round.

Eat a hearty breakfast

It’s the morning of the big day and the adrenaline has kicked in, but you can’t run a bargain-hunt if you’re hungry. Eat a good breakfast well in advance and you’ll be physically ready to run to that new oven you’ve been pining for all year. Take snacks and water with you because when it gets to 12pm and your legs are starting to ache, you’ll want to feel replenished.

Know how much you want to spend

Or how much you definitely don’t want to spend…