GOODWILL HAS LOST THEIR MINDS!
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5 күн бұрынIn this Goodwill thrift with me you will see some crazy pricing! Is it time to change it up? Watch today's episode and hear what I have to say about the future of thrifting!
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@cynthiastephenson.5547 3 күн бұрын
The only people making money at GW is upper management. Look how much the CEO makes.
@cheryldavis8776 3 күн бұрын
Yes!!! It really borders on the criminal, IMO. I haven't been to Goodwill in at least a year, and honestly, I'm not sure if I will ever go back.
@bethmartin6014 3 күн бұрын
@@cheryldavis8776 You are so right. They make a fortune on free donations and their only claim to fame is providing jobs...at a super low wage. Shameful. I try not to shop at Goodwill at all.
@debrapolenz2928 2 күн бұрын
People people people please realize many many Goodwill are not owned by Goodwill organization. Who does all the charity work. Many of them are owned independently and they are only buying the name and they do not follow any of Goodwill‘s policies anymore and they’re getting all this free stuff to sell and making one person rich!! all complaining to corporate. Goodwill is not going to do anything about the independently owned stores who are getting way out of the end.
@lisashouseoftreasures 2 күн бұрын
You can’t complain about Goodwill prices and policies if you’re going to continue to support them by donating your items and shopping at their stores. I have been supporting other smaller charity, thrift stores in my area and only go to Goodwill as a last resort when all the other thrift stores are closed. Occasionally, I do find an item or two that they have missed and that I’ve been able to resell for a profit….
@TheNICHELady 2 күн бұрын
I don't donate to Goodwill. I do shop there mainly because I am a content creator who depends on an algorithm to make sure my videos still are being shown to people and Goodwill is a big keyword. I will have to transition slowly away from it or I could crash my channel sadly.
@Tiffany-vj1tv 3 күн бұрын
I know a lot of the back room employees at several Goodwills and they are in FACT trained to look things up and hold them back for their on line stores!! As well as if it is a good item, but it has a little damage still price at high. It has nothing to do with the resellers. It has everything to do with the greediness of Goodwill and their executives! As well as they ask you to round up because they have already made the donation and they are just trying to get their money back From the Public!!! So stop this insane crap that it is because of the resellers! When in fact, it is the pure greediness and audacity of Goodwill, who gets their goods for free, Pays their employees less than minimum wages tries to get the public to put money back in their pocket that they so-called donated by asking the employees to ask us to round up all under the ruse of doing good for the community! It’s disgusting.
@bethb7965 3 күн бұрын
I agree!!! And the CEO makes at least a high 6 figure salary. I don't shop or donate there. I go to my local ministry thrift store.
@grovegirlforever 3 күн бұрын
We don’t have that here in Canada. What is it? They’re asking you to round up each individual item as it goes through the check-out or is it the total # at the end? We are asked to donate to the Goodwill program which I stupidly have done many times because I always donate to good causes plus I feel like a jerk when I say no. I have since found out what those donations are for and who they’re actually going to so now I decline. But I don’t understand what the rounding up is all about. could you explain what that is?
@bernadettebockis4120 3 күн бұрын
Thank you. Here it is. Goodwill darkens their reputation. Rename: "BADWILL"
@LVpatriot 3 күн бұрын
I don’t hold anything against resellers! I give them kudos for seeking out the good stuff! They have a business and some are pretty damn good at it!
@la-chicagitana9949 3 күн бұрын
plus here in wisconsin..have to bring ur own bag..they do not offer bags for your purchases
@deborahhuber3881 3 күн бұрын
I looked up the salaries of the corporate big wigs of this company....😮 wow!!!! It's a shame they have taken such a drastic greedy turn on things they are getting for FREE. such a shame!
@bethb7965 3 күн бұрын
It's insane how much they make, isn't it??!!
@brendaearl4708 2 күн бұрын
OK...much of their inventory is free, but their buildings, equipment, utilities, and pay roll for their employees are not free. I understand they need to make at least enough profit to cover their expenses, but I see more and more people walk into Goodwill and come out with nothing. 2 years ago. I almost always had a whole cart full of purchases. Now, I may purchase one or 2 items if I get lucky enough to find something worth buying. I don't see how their new policies helps their business if they are losing major sales.
@sallylong9965 3 күн бұрын
I don’t think Goodwill is being greedy. Resellers have made out like bandits for decades. Now Goodwill is being savvy and pricing near retail. That’s more for the programs and people they help. BTW- I am a reseller
@TheNICHELady 2 күн бұрын
It only helps them if the items sell! It is resellers who buy many things that the average shopper is not looking for.
@sallylong9965 2 күн бұрын
Good point, Dani
@carolroth6109 3 күн бұрын
Those top executives are way overpaid that’s one reason their prices are so high.
@1277martinez 3 күн бұрын
I brought an item without prize to the register in one of Florida GW and one of the employees insinuated that I conviniently removed it. I had never returned to that store but I also called the employee for her rude comment.
@donna5023 3 күн бұрын
Lol. Guess what happened to me today. I went to my local GW in San Diego. Just as I passed the lamps I hear a loud noise. I turned around and burst out laffing cuz someone was testing a vacuum cleaner!
@TheNICHELady 2 күн бұрын
Love it!
@donna5023 2 күн бұрын
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@ryders_mom 2 күн бұрын
As a former employee of another well known thrift store, I can tell you that it is more likely that items without price tags are due to people pulling/peeling them off and putting them on other items so they can get a lower price. All items are likely to leave the production room with a price tag. A few might fall off if they're not put in a place where they're gonna stick good. Stickers are less likely to stay in place on cloth and wood items with rough textures. At the thrift store I worked at there was a code on the price tag that told us what department it was from. So if someone brought up a candlestick, for example, and the tag was coded "toys", we pretty much knew the tag was switched and therefore instructed not to sell the item. It would go into the "go backs" and have to go to the back room to be reevaluated and repriced.
@hatchling88 13 сағат бұрын
I think you're right. I was looking at an item at Goodwill and the tag fell off... it was just not stuck on tight. I could reapply it, and did.
@laurindamclean7510 3 күн бұрын
In addition to the things you have mentioned that frustrate you, my biggest irritation is how much more Goodwill or Salvation Army would sell if their prices were more reasonable AND all that they get to sell has been DONATED! There is no reason to charge like they are for that Precious Moment or to have so many more red tags... It's really discouraging but I do appreciate your attitude in that there is no reason, either, for us to get bothered... it is frustrating though! The "why" in my opinion is greed because, like I said, all of this is donations....
@TigersTimelessTreasures 3 күн бұрын
Here in AZ employees are not allowed to shop at the store they work at.
@kimkuks6370 2 күн бұрын
Not surprised
@grovegirlforever 3 күн бұрын
In reference to the orca whale, they are the Apex predator of the sea. An oceanographer friend of mine said they go after seal lions, whales, even sharks. People who prefer to call them orcas because they don’t think it’s fair calling them killer whales likely don’t realize their name comes from the Latin word “Orcinus”, which means realms of the dead. There’s really no sugarcoating it, it’s what they do. They’re fascinating to learn about.
@SuperDrLisa 3 күн бұрын
They need to eat, too
@hatchling88 13 сағат бұрын
Orcas are carnivorous predators, not cute sweet sea characters. They eat the flesh of animals they hunt and catch in the sea, fish yes, but also sea mammals like sea lions and dolphins and sea turtles !! They even predate baby whales !! I'm afraid people were taken in by the sentimental story behind "Free Willy" and similar stories. Willy, the captive Orca, was fed fish [not alive, by the way] while in captivity and had imprinted with his human handlers and could be touched and even ridden by his handlers [though there were reports of attacks on handlers, kept quiet] , but one reason it was felt he wouldn't survive in the wild, if let free, was because he'd lost his hunting instincts. This wasn't publicized, but is reality. Orcas survive in the wild as fierce hunter/killers. Their hunting and killing abilities keep them alive. Without those instincts, they can't survive in the wild. Predators play a vital role in ecosystems, including the oceans. Let's understand their role and not romanticize it.
@rosiesattic29 3 күн бұрын
I don't shop at Goodwill. So that eliminates that problem. There are better places to source for goods.
@michellefurler3048 3 күн бұрын
In Australia I prefer the charity and church op shops😊
@suzanneguthrie284 3 күн бұрын
Same. I’d rather support a cause than corporate greed.
@Whiddick 3 күн бұрын
Goodwill has lost it's mind. They have price gouging my area for a while now. I've seen things on the shelf that were going for FULL RETAIL PRICE. I have stopped buying from them. I'm not a reseller and I shopped at goodwill because that's all I could afford. Now I'd rather buy new from Amazon and pay about the same amount!
@elizabethabraybant7282 3 күн бұрын
People do not donate nearly as much as they used to, so a business now needs to purchase items then of course the prices will spike. What I don't understand is why big box stores would rather throw things in their dumpsters than donate the items to charity stores.
@lanijeffrey8732 3 күн бұрын
I'm genuinely blown away at some of the prices lately. These items were donated! Free! Why? It's insane.
@brendaearl4708 2 күн бұрын
You can actually buy new with tags clothes cheaper at Walmart than Goodwill. They have great clearance sales at the end of every season/holiday.
@menfreya1591 3 күн бұрын
My sister stopped shopping at Goodwill because the employees were keeping all the good stuff back for themselves. In fact, some sellers were working there just so they could get first choice of the items coming in. Is it possible that tags are being left off on purpose so the employees can maybe buy them when they have to put them in the back?
@CopingwithGrattitude 2 күн бұрын
I would think there would be many resellers working at Goodwill if employees get first dibs on donated items. I would want first dibs too if I worked there, that would be a perk of the job I would imagine. I also am not surprised Goodwill is converting to online reselling of higher end items the receive. Whether the employees are doing work for online sales or working in a retail store, they still are providing jobs. Not sure just throwing stuff that mostly needs to be discarded out on shelves has much earning potential. I could see many retail Goodwills closing and becoming mostly donation centers. Greed always ends a lot of programs that begin with good intentions. I grew up poor and my mother shopped stores like these for all of our clothes.
@menfreya1591 2 күн бұрын
@@CopingwithGrattitude yeah I grew up poor and we thrifted a lot. I still do. Resellers offer a legitimate business too. My mom had a beautiful set of plates she couldn’t really use because she was missing some that had broken. She was able to find replacements online through resellers who had done the hard work of locating them. There’s no way she could have traveled all over the country to locate each replacement plate. I guess I am blessed because I have a chain of thrift stores in my area that are genuinely focused on charity. My sister moved and only has Goodwill. She relied on thrifting while raising her children and the difference with Goodwill was so disappointing. I think those of us who are older just have a different mind set regarding what Goodwill was versus what it is now.
@sandramartinez3124 Күн бұрын
Not true. Grounds for termination.
@BarbaraVarano-hp8lj 3 күн бұрын
Resellers are not the reason prices are up they are only a small part of Goodwill customers. Price increases effect everyone, Think about the customer who shops GW to get clothes, home goods or whatever for their family because it's easier to afford but it's not now. There is a problem when a $1.25 dollar store item is being sold for $3 and it's obvious it's a dollar store item. The administration of GW needs to take a hard look at what they are approving, whether they are ignorant or just don't care. This is just my opinion, not a condemnation .
@LindaSolinski 3 күн бұрын
Wages went way up, not gradually as in past years!
@MelindaRagsdale Күн бұрын
@@LindaSolinskiGW employees in my town make minimum wage.
@AwakeLazarus 3 күн бұрын
The kitten I got in January, as a rehome, is born July 25th, she'll be 1 and her name is I.R.I.S (I require intense supervision)
@SuperDrLisa 3 күн бұрын
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@lizmack811 3 күн бұрын
I think you should take things marked with price but without tags to the register. That's how they will realize how many things don't have tags when they have to be put back and how many sales they missed.
@hatchling88 13 сағат бұрын
Yes, I think this is the right thing to do. I don't shop at Goodwill very often, maybe once a month, but If I something without a tag I take it up to the cashier and leave it with them. Mostly I shop and donate at local charity thrifts. We have a wonderful local outfit called Adopt a Cat that runs a very nice thrift store. I donate to them. I also give them a dollar every time I buy on line using Pay Pal. While the volunteers who work there know their merchandise and price according to real value... I shop there for myself, not resale, and get good buys nonetheless. My new rattan end table came from there, paid $45. It was probably triple that new. It looks near perfect condition. Pick your beneficiaries.
@raegenegreenough190 3 күн бұрын
I'm from Texas and the no tag no sale has been around forever. It seems like you're griping more and more. Still watch though.
@CopingwithGrattitude 2 күн бұрын
Lots of negativity, I noticed it too. I definitely don’t watch to hear that content.
@TheNICHELady 2 күн бұрын
It's funny this whole content creating thing, if I don't add something in for talking points, something that gets people watching and chiming in KZfaq doesn't promote my videos out and I lose money. Now that being said I'm not one for click bait or creating drama just for views - but if something is big news around here and affecting people I do talk about it. Not trying to be negative but this is also a pain point for so many trying to make a living in the reselling game!
@debramcbride6711 3 күн бұрын
People don’t have much discretionary cash these days. Goodwill has raised prices too much. They will lose business because people will stop buying. I for one will donate to other stores. We have thrift stores in my town where the proceeds go to cancer patients. We also have thrift stores that send proceeds to local animal shelters. Find alternative shops to donate or buy your goods.
@user-tx7ji1pc2i 3 күн бұрын
Our Goodwills do not even have a color sale anymore. You get $5 off when you spend $100. It’s total BS! The items are marked higher than eBay prices. They sit on the shelves not selling, then get broken and I’ve witnessed the workers throwing broken items in the dumpster! They would rather throw away items than sell them at a reasonable price! You are right. We need to boycott Goodwill to send the message that we are fed up!!
@carolynnalvord6082 3 күн бұрын
Flower delivery? The prices are exorbitant as well as the delivery charges! I wanted to order a small arrangement for a family member last year and it would have cost me half my electric bill! Needless to say I went to local market and bought a small bouquet!
@CopingwithGrattitude 2 күн бұрын
Yeah, I can’t do flowers anymore either.
@tinaroberts5858 3 күн бұрын
The prices at goodwill here in Canada are ridiculous. The stuff is donated! Why are they pricing it so high? I can go to ardenes and pay the same or less.
@SaltyShaman Күн бұрын
Yep. My local thrift store, I can fill a basket of plates, china, glasses, etc, for $10. Goodwill are thieves.
@janyam1955 3 күн бұрын
I just have to say that I don’t enjoy going into Goodwill as much as I used to. The prices have gotten crazy. I saw a spaghetti sauce jar there for $2.99. The kind you throw in the trash.
@cheryldavis8776 3 күн бұрын
...or hopefully RECYCLE! 😮
@darialacy2151 3 күн бұрын
My sister and I were talking about the potential to use teapots as bird houses (won't work) and she shared this with me. Not only does the door have to be the right size, there has to be enough depth to the house so the babies won't fall out and predator birds can't get them, or the parents won't choose it. Search for bird house dimensions for further informstion. Unfortunately, most bird houses in thrift stores are decorative only.
@happynurse823 3 күн бұрын
Our local thrift stores here in central Alabama have been doing the no price thing for years. They don't worry about it because someone will buy it. Second I volunteer at a Christian thrift store, their prices have gone up, not because of greed, but because of inflation. Their building rent is $15,000.00 a month and light bill $7,000 a month. It takes a lot of items just to break even. They also sell online. And they cater to resellers also, our manger makes sure he leaves enough margin for resellers to make a profit.
@Treasurehuntingchick 3 күн бұрын
I was at goodwill yesterday and found a piece I was interested in on a new cart they had just wheeled out. I was looking the piece over and could not find a price on it! I took it to the manager and informed him I had just pulled it off a new cart and it was not priced. Needless to say, he did not look happy. I find a lot of things with no price which is frustrating when you really want to buy it. I understand the new policy and why they do it, what I don’t understand is why a manager does not have the authority to give you a price and create the tag! GW needs to put some trust into their managers, we the customer should not have to come back the next day, hope the piece has been priced and is still there!
@cheryldavis8776 3 күн бұрын
I absolutely agree! This policy regarding how GW is handling unpriced items is beneficial TO NO ONE!!!
@vegasgal777 3 күн бұрын
GW executives told store employees to benchmark their prices to Walmart. The problem is that they’re dealing with used donated items that have no warranty or return policy. Don’t return the next day! I wasted half a tank of gas going back and forth for a particular item that didn’t have a tag. It’s not a 24 hr turn around, it’s 2-3 days+. Whoever enacted these policy decisions doesn’t know their customers.
@lrothweiler 3 күн бұрын
Wrens and chickadees will nest in houses with small entrance holes. They don't need people to clean the house out, because they will clean out a house that they find desirable, just like they would in a tree cavity like they've always done before people ever put out birdhouses. I do hope your local Goodwills get the message and stop some of these policies, but I also look forward to seeing you shop the other thrift stores in your area. I think it will be fun to see. Have a great day! 💞💕💞
@cathyp 3 күн бұрын
Corporate greed is the reason for the higher prices. In my area they ask you to round up your purchase price and i always say no.
@user-de3yc6du7n 3 күн бұрын
Let's see what happens when their customers stop shopping there! BOYCOTT !
@JudyCoggins 2 күн бұрын
I never donate that way. Why should you donate via Goodwill, etc and THEY get to take the deduction when they file taxes!
@brendaearl4708 2 күн бұрын
I used to always round up, but not anymore. Not at goodwill.
@rosiesattic29 3 күн бұрын
Those "colorful" saucers are Harlequin made by Homer Laughlin. Highly collectible. You should have bought those.
@margaretreeks9322 3 күн бұрын
I can't remember rt now - is all Harlequin "wet foot" like those were? I wanted those so bad😅
@patriciamoonlighter1560 3 күн бұрын
Goodwill gets it free and seal it like it's new😮
@dianesaulnier9772 3 күн бұрын
I think the saucers and later the yellow sugar bowl and creamer are Homer Laughlin.... or a copy. My mother had the whole set in dark and light green....back in the 1950's.
@sirilawson2557 3 күн бұрын
I never buy used pillows, cause I get kind of creeped out by the thought of all the stuff that might be hiding inside them ☺️ (skin cell critters, dog hair etc etc). If I love the cover, and if it’s washable, sure - it can be taken off and the pillow can be replaced. Yes, I do know that they can be washed, but sometimes they come out kind of lumpy and with a funny shape.
@marynovara4777 3 күн бұрын
I looked up how much the CEO at GW makes... 150 to over 200,000. Yikes on broken stuff . Greedy😢
@TheNICHELady 3 күн бұрын
More than that!
@SuperDrLisa 3 күн бұрын
That's without bonuses and other perks
@bethb7965 3 күн бұрын
I've seen in the high 6 figures.
@ricochetkitty7215 3 күн бұрын
Goodwill CEO Steven Preston makes almost $500,000 as a yearly salary.
@LVpatriot 3 күн бұрын
Yes a letter would be great, we could also change it to fit our own story! I would definitely send in a letter! Thank you Danni for always looking out for the people…. Many hugs!
@TheLancasterThrifter 3 күн бұрын
Crazy prices. I thrift all summer at neighborhood yard sales, stock up for our booth just so I don’t have to pay goodwills high prices anymore.😊
@tabbyzhaulsEverythingels 3 күн бұрын
I think everyone is having a bad heat wave. It got up to 105 here in north Carolina Deep Run. But thank you for uploading every day if you didn't I wouldn't have anything good to watch 😊❤
@littlejack6123 3 күн бұрын
Ain't that the truth!
@user-re6il6uw6n 3 күн бұрын
I honestly think the people that donate are the key. If they stop donating to good will and instead donate to church sales family owned thrift stores and spca and more obscure charities Goodwill execs will have to take notice. If I donate a bunch of items and they price them like that and most get broken I would be furious. People need to boycott donating to Goodwill until they change their policies
@everlastingvintage 3 күн бұрын
THE ONLY WAY FOR GOODWILL TO OPEN THERE EYES AND STOP PRICING SO HIGH PEOPLE NEED TO DONATE ELSEWHERE THERE ARE ALOT OF SMALL BUISNESS THRIFT STORES THAT NEED THE DONATIONS
@SuperDrLisa 3 күн бұрын
I only donate to Salvation Army..
@yanapellegrino-jw6fy 3 күн бұрын
All our thrift stores have stickers and written prices. Nobody cares if they destroy items at all😡
@mamatried925 3 күн бұрын
Goodwill done lost their ever luvin mind!! 😮
@donnae2445 3 күн бұрын
I always bring it up if not marked, I tell them sadly I would have bought it but I know the policy so I’ll leave it to be priced for the future, if the pricing staff is still there they frequently find me and give me the item priced. I think the key is not asking them to price it. Works 9 out of 10 times. But I get it I am usually looking for the colors of the day. I know that this item is coming back with today’s color. You know who I’m upset with is the people who take the tags off.
@danysaunders9093 3 күн бұрын
I was told by an employee.Once that once you work there, you're not allowed to shop there.I think that's terrible
@CopingwithGrattitude 2 күн бұрын
Yeah, as an employee I definitely would want first dibs on items if I already had to work in Goodwill retail…maybe that keeps resellers from working there.
@nancyloomis3046 2 күн бұрын
I think that rule about employees not being allowed to shop at Goodwill is due to the very unique situation at Goodwill vs. other retail stores. The employees receiving donations and pricing items in the back would have an unfair advantage to whatever's coming into the store. Without any limitations, they could just have their own resale biz on the side. Not that there's anything wrong with being a reseller, of course, but not as an employee. That would be unfair and ultimately unethical. But alternatively, Goodwill could allow for a certain monthly amount their employees could spend and maybe even offer a discount.
@sandramartinez3124 Күн бұрын
Employees where I live can shop there. You just can't buy the color being tagged that week.
@sandramartinez3124 Күн бұрын
@@nancyloomis3046Not true where I live. You just can't buy the color being tagged for that week. Employees can be resellers as well. I don't see that as unethical. You are paying for a priced item, not stealing it.
@chirpeelady7974 3 күн бұрын
Goodwill is so packed, if they could price lower & price at the counter they can move out more before going to the bins. This policy makes zero sense to me!
@sirilawson2557 2 күн бұрын
Another sad aspect of the higher prices is that some people go to Goodwill for items they REALLY NEED, maybe for their first home, or maybe because their home burnt down, or maybe because they are trying to get back on their feet after a long stay in a shelter. Generally, these people don’t have a lot of money and that’s why they go to Goodwill in the first place.
@valerierodriquez304 3 күн бұрын
Have you ever broken something at the good will? Well add that times how many people have.
@TheNICHELady 2 күн бұрын
But the items have no cost of goods, Goodwill is not out anything.
@user-su2rp4bc5s 3 күн бұрын
I, personally, can't stand a store that marks the price on the item. If I pick up a few things & find they are written on, I just walk out. I understand the reason why they do it, but it just ruins the item.
@deborahjellison4125 3 күн бұрын
It does ruin the item and they don't care. Goodwill has become a very greedy corporation.
@debrapolenz2928 2 күн бұрын
I agree between their marking the items and taping everything perhaps instead they could sell like a normal store at normal prices for a thrift shop! They might actually sell some things now they have overstock shelves and stupid policies no discounts and they are just plain old greedy and most are owned by independent owners and not Goodwill. They just buy the name! I used to spend tons of Goodwill and I hardly ever enter a Goodwill and more I hope to go out of business all of them with their greediness!
@user-su2rp4bc5s 2 күн бұрын
And now they take all the best things & put them in their online store. That is the height of greediness! As much as I shop online, you will never, ever catch me going to their online store. They have totally lost the reason the store was opened in the 1st place. There is no more good will at the greedy, corporate Goodwill!
@PTLeveryday-fn4qw 3 күн бұрын
Good will has made a choice...choices have consequences..
@_Rhon_ 3 күн бұрын
Miss Danni, your frustration is valid. VERY valid 😊
@bradpaul8576 3 күн бұрын
Goodwill operates in Canada under the name Renaissance. The prices at the one near me have skyrocketed recently. Obviously there’s been a decision made to increase prices. They are tax exempt in Canada, the price you see is the price you pay. Items that previously would be $2.99 are now $6.99, the increase is pretty dramatic.
@KatMayeux-fd5it 3 күн бұрын
Danni, as a child I did have a voice and I was heard. As an adult I’m still going to be heard. This policy is GW has come up with is ridiculous. Someone who doesn’t shop at GW is making up policies to ensure they keep their job. Big corporate machine Seen it often It’s ok to voice your opinion! Let’s do it!
@vintageflippinvibes 3 күн бұрын
I am inclined to believe that adjustments must be made to accommodate the cost of doing business. Didn't you just get a private invite to see their process and basically all the things they do in the community not to mention having to air condition their enormous facilities in 108° temperatures. That has to cost a lot more than people think. We are all experiencing the higher costs which effect the cost of doing business greatly. So all thrift store prices are adjusted to fit the budget.
@TheNICHELady 3 күн бұрын
Yes, I understand costs - the problem is if they are pricing things beyond what people will pay then how is that helping? If they are not selling things to a customer who is there ready to buy how is that helping? If the item ends up selling for $1 instead of the $20 they put on it how is that helping?
@spoilers4me426 3 күн бұрын
Yes! And I wonder what they pay per month just to dispose of the tremendous amount of garbage people dump/donate. As far as I know, Goodwill is in business to make as much money as they can on donated goods to support their programs. It is not their mission to keep prices low for the less fortunate.
@debrapolenz2928 2 күн бұрын
Not all Goodwill are owned by Goodwill. They are independent owners. Do you realize all stores out there except thrift stores have to buy their inventory and they managed to pay the bills and air condition their stores! I’m thinking you work for Goodwill or own a Goodwill because I can’t imagine people being so blind to their bad policies! Dollar store items for three dollars give me a break. They get older inventory for free, unlike any other type of retailer out there who is in business and has to pay the same bills to run their business. Frankly, Goodwill shouldn’t be allowed to sell their name to any old Joe who wants to own a store. Because most of them are not following any of the same policies that you’re mentioning as charity work I have three near me and all they say is we provide jobs! Wow, unlike other retail businesses I guess that don’t provide jobs? You keep shopping at Goodwill good for you because soon you’ll be paying over the price of something that’s new.
@TheNICHELady 2 күн бұрын
There are no independently owned Goodwills, they are national organization with regional branches
@vintageflippinvibes 2 күн бұрын
@@TheNICHELady I never said they were independently owned I don't think. I know they are a corporation. I was just trying to say each store still has a budget to meet. Don't they use a Hobart machine that sets prices for like items? I'm sure the prices fluctuate for items based on supply and demand. For instance: if they have 10 million s&p sets the price would go down on s&p shakers. Hobert knows what the inventory numbers are. Not saying I like the high prices either but still falls into the supply and demand rule.
@leebrennan2609 3 күн бұрын
The granite ware is called enamel ware ❤😊
@leslliegordon785 3 күн бұрын
Goodwill should be thanking you everyday and all the other KZfaqrs who shop at their Goodwill stores! You have reached many people and have educated on how to seek the treasures. Corporate greed is the culprit- NOT Danni. They need to stick to their 1.99 - 5.99 price model or they are going to lose everyone!
@kerricummins6418 3 күн бұрын
I used to visit GW 3 times a week but don't ever go anymore, there are other thrift stores here. I stopped ordering jewelry boxes and I don't buy from GW online anymore. I find lots of other things. I drive by two GW stores nearly every day and I can tell you the parking lots are dismal looking. I wish them lots of luck but I think we are all seeing such a high increase in pricing we can't shop there anymore.
@kathleenrobertson1003 3 күн бұрын
In Denver GW has been refusing to sell unmarked items for ages. You are right, it is disappointing and frustrating! Its also very annoying when an item that shows that it was from the Dollar Tree has a price marked up to $3 or more. When I first started watching reseller's videos they would find neat items as low as .,59. I honestly can't remember anything ever being that low in our stores. Its unusual to find a anything for even $1 even way back then.. I also refuse to round up when checking out! I'm not a reseller, but enjoy the search and have stopped going as often as i used to.
@robinwebb2160 2 күн бұрын
I'm not a resaler but have enjoyed watching you for several years. It's a shame that Goodwill takes the "good" stuff away and charge practically retail when there is a lot of people who shop there because they can't afford the regular shops. Sad thing too, is they price things so people won't pay that, then it goes to the bins. I do a lot of crafting old books and magazines. My Goodwill is now charging Amazon prices. That was the final straw for me. Stopped going to Goodwill 😭
@janiceb-getz7353 3 күн бұрын
Hi Danny, as an Indigenous person, please be respectful of the word POW-WOW. As an Indigenous woman of Canada,we Indigenous people of Canada and the USA use POW-WOW to describe our cultural get together of dance and celebration. Many non-indigenous people mistakenly use POW-Wow to describe a meeting. Thank you,
@bjb2099 Күн бұрын
PLEASE just dont
@dianesevigny1381 3 күн бұрын
I do complain when I see a yarn that is the same colour and maker same size and everything one 2.79 and the other is 4.99 I bitch. and get the yarn for the same price
@marynovara4777 3 күн бұрын
So what if resellers want to reseller. It's insane to charge 30.00 for broken stuff
@teresasmith533 3 күн бұрын
I have been giving my donations to a mom & pop thrift store. They need it more than these corporate stores. They are smaller, but also the prices are better. Goodwill needs to get a grip. When you sell broken and overpriced items, they will not sell, so wheres the purpose in that? They would sell more stuff and make more money if the prices were better. They are blinded by greed.
@lynetteeades9010 3 күн бұрын
I would go in one day and shop for only non priced items and take the cart full to the manager. 🫣🤗🤗🤭🤭😂🤪🤪. But that’s just me. 😱😱🤭🤭. Love your videos 💯💯💯💕💕💕🤗
@SuperDrLisa 3 күн бұрын
😂
@DianeNance-nf5jb 3 күн бұрын
Perfect. I would do that too.😂😂
@melissaskinner4501 3 күн бұрын
Yes the same in NZ.Vintage items of value are sold online by the stores themselves.Prices are also high here.Enjoy your content.
@deborahchaves8180 3 күн бұрын
I really respect you and love watching your channel. I don’t miss a video ever. I am a little disheartened because I watched a video where you said email me if you want this specific clothing we can make a deal or we can talk about it and I did two times and I never heard a word from you.❤
@TheNICHELady 3 күн бұрын
Oh goodness Deborah I don't have an email from you! Sometimes the internet is a whackadoodle place please please email me again and I will purposely look for it in my spam folder if it doesn't come to main folder!
@deborahchaves8180 3 күн бұрын
@@TheNICHELady I don’t remember the email address any longer. It was about a jacket that had a like a skull or something like that on it. It was very cool. It’s been a while almost a month I think.
@TheNICHELady 3 күн бұрын
ok let me go search for it!
@TheNICHELady 3 күн бұрын
thenichelady@gmail.com is my addy - I'm still not finding an email I looked through my spam folder in case it went there - can you resend?
@nancyhinds3821 3 күн бұрын
I gave up on our GW in Carson City and Reno, except I finally went to the GW bins in Reno after living here for 23yrs! Saver's prices have been high and we have 2 in Reno. So, I go to my Carson City SA, Classy Seconds, and a few small ones. We do have our Antiques and Collectible Mall which just moved to a larger location and still has a huge waiting list for space! When you came to our area last year, you saw how small our GW is in CC.
@pfeifferjd 3 күн бұрын
Went on Tuesday in MD. It’s senior citizens get 25% off. The guy checking me out was rude! I gave him a handbag and the tag was tucked into the zipped compartment. He got nasty and said he had to take it in the back. Then questioned me on the 6 tapped together plates. The guy was big time rude. What’s wrong with Goodwill? They get this stuff donated. They act like we are thieves! If it were not for resellers they would not be doing as good as they are. Mean and nasty in MD - Goodwill employees.
@peggyhuntley2368 3 күн бұрын
Being a cashier, customers are what keep you in business
@leshem4424 3 күн бұрын
I would literally get a second cart and put everything I found that did not have a price tag on it in that cart and bring it up to the register with me with the stuff that I’m going to purchase and be like here you go. Here’s the cart stuff that doesn’t have prices on it so no one can buy it.
@cynthiaellison-tw6ci 2 күн бұрын
Yes get a bunch of friends to do it too. Lol I just see their faces....
@shirleyraudebaugh2892 3 күн бұрын
If you are a seal the Orca’s are killer whales
@TheNICHELady 2 күн бұрын
Well true!
@billlauenroth5023 3 күн бұрын
I always give unmarked items to employees. I like shopping at Goodwill and am fond of many of their employees. I’m not a reseller so don’t see it as me against them.
@bethb7965 3 күн бұрын
I'm not a reseller either but I will not shop or donate there. They are way too greedy.
@janehege1058 3 күн бұрын
Thank you for making an effort to show the prices today 😁
@lindadorman2869 3 күн бұрын
In my area, Goodwill and Savers will sell items without a price tag so I do bring them to the checkout in my cart. And they usually give me a very fair price on the spot because I shop there a lot and they know I'm a reseller. But Salvation Army will not sell items that don't have a price tag so I leave those on the shelf.
@robinredondo9427 3 күн бұрын
I find a worker and ask them to find out what the price is for the piece.
@JMidwest1999 3 күн бұрын
They think that their stuff is “great”, most of it is a bunch of junk that people realized that it was just junk in their house and got rid of it. It is all about money, always all about money!!!
@monicasehuprt3298 3 күн бұрын
Thanks for explaining why they should price the item when they’re not priced at the beginning. The way you think makes sense. I wish GW would see things logically like you do.
@TrueStory-lu3ip 3 күн бұрын
I've recently boycotted Goodwill because clothes prices at our local store have almost tripled and it's really annoying how they make a fuss if the tag isn't perfect, even if it's mostly there and the price is showing! Everyone here has been saying Goodwill is expensive. It used to be a store to help people?
@susanpriddy740 3 күн бұрын
I thought you just had a special invitation to come to Goodwill's corporate headquarters and give your input.
@TheNICHELady 3 күн бұрын
I did!
@SuperDrLisa 3 күн бұрын
@@TheNICHELady I guess they didn't listen
@kimkerley4218 3 күн бұрын
Goodwill would be wise to get input from its customers 😊
@cherylwilson8571 3 күн бұрын
It's so interesting that people ( your audience) has been making comments about GW prices going up and yet you kind of po-poed it. Standing up for GW saying their overhead was going up, having to pay their employees more, their rent, they have more employees...on and on. And NOW you are finally getting to with the program ? I quit buying at GW about 4 months ago..There are other places.
@TheNICHELady 3 күн бұрын
I had not seen them go up this drastically, it seemed reasonable what I was seeing with an understanding of how they have to pay the expenses, but now I am seeing something different happening and I am speaking up for all of us!
@junewagner6863 3 күн бұрын
Hi Danni. I haven't gone to Goodwill since Feb. I purchased 2 beautiful vases with cherubs Murano glass for $20 each. The cashier questioned me about the price like I HAD put the stickers on then. I paid for them and made up my mind to never go back. I dislike the way I was treated and some of the employees need to learn common respect. Rather go to Restore Habitat for Humanity where they are genuinely nice and the prices are affordable. Sending love from Jersey it's June. You are the Best. Hugs.
@susanhagen9505 3 күн бұрын
I’d like to know why so much of their goods are Red tagged now , it seems like they’ve doubled their red tag items in the past few weeks
@grovegirlforever 3 күн бұрын
It’s funny you should mention FTD I just had a kerfuffle with them sending my mother flowers to Florida from Canada. Apparently FTD has merged with From You Flowers LLC. The sending and receiving flower industry is still going strong online, but it is taking away a lot of business from small independently owned shops.
@deniseteiper716 3 күн бұрын
Maybe think back to how you priced the items in your store and how you justified those prices and lowered in blocks, just like goodwill. It’s business, whether non profit or not. They’re marketing to the public, not to resellers. Resellers can get their bargains at half off days or when something is marked low. You still always seem to get a good collection of items that you’re able to resell. My local goodwills post anything decent online. I love that Racu vase that you got at such a great price! I’ve never found anything like that around me! Good for you!
@TheNICHELady 2 күн бұрын
Small independent stores are not the same as a large corporation with tons of donations daily to process through. AND I still priced below market prices and below Goodwill prices on almost everything!
@deborahstone9696 3 күн бұрын
❤❤❤❤united we stand divided we fall ❤❤❤❤
@user-bj9ur3zb5s 3 күн бұрын
I think u would be better off doing yard sales. Then u would be helping the original person who donates.
@TheNICHELady 3 күн бұрын
Unfortunately it's not a good yard sale time - already 100 degrees by 9am here so have to wait for Fall
@carolroth6109 3 күн бұрын
I would take item to the checkout so they can see how much isn’t priced. I don’t go to goodwill any more they don’t have half off stuff at the ones around me
@annhinson5670 3 күн бұрын
Read several of the comments. The Goodwill used to be a place where the less fortunate could shop at reasonably low prices. It's not good will anymore. It has become too big now, with too many corporate big wigs that are sucking up the profits. Goodwill has no product overhead, and they don't have to pay shipping costs. Yes, there's rent and power and employees, and they even have their own online store, which they had to hire a whole other team to take care of that (with only the premium items). They are no different than any other retail store now, and certainly doesn't have anything to do with Goodwill. They may or may not feel the effects of their bad management , but I certainly hope they do.
@TattooedAussieChick Күн бұрын
The lamp you looked at looked like something that would be in the Brady Bunch house 😂
@debsmith2269 3 күн бұрын
It used to be that only poor people shopped at thrift stores. Now they can't afford to. I think these charity shops have forgotten why they're there. I know resellers buy a lot of the good stuff but they don't strip the shelves bare. There's always enough to go around so it's not like there's nothing left for the less well off people to buy what they need. The prices also seem to be completely disproportionate to the actual value of some items. Customers can only vote with their feet and start shopping elsewhere.
@dianevitori201 2 күн бұрын
Prices in our Goodwill are not bad, here in Hernando,Ms. My Daughter and I enjoy browsing. We don’t need much of anything but sometimes I just can’t pass it up ! Take care and God Bless you and your family 🥰
@kathleenbarton3981 20 сағат бұрын
Hi Danni...i love and admire your positive and "can do" attitude. It is this spirit that contributes to your success
@Nagalott 3 күн бұрын
I was complaining clear back when the bins increased the prices. I've been giving it some thought. I have been running a business off and on for 10 yrs. I have decided to ride it out because those who cannot afford to ride, will stuff off and there will be less competition. 😅
@susanharrisbitohoney2793 3 күн бұрын
Yes, I remember when I bought something from you and the little pouch you put it in was almost prettier than the item itself. I can’t remember what I bought, but it was very nice of you to do that. Thank you again, if I didn’t back then.
@peggyhuntley2368 3 күн бұрын
I like the flocked picnic basket for a great Christmas gift, Christmas bags can run that much...
@sschneider9687 2 күн бұрын
Should have bought that,I think
@cyndimarrs389 Күн бұрын
The cow tealight holder in metals was adorable! I hope it’s there next time you’re in.
@nancyloomis3046 2 күн бұрын
I think GW will go back and forth and raise prices up to close to "full retail." Then they'll see how the merch isn't moving so much and bring them back down. MAYBE they're hoping that reseller customers can just buy directly from them? What they don't get is that resellers are really CURATORS and do a lot of work selecting their inventory, cleaning it, preparing it for sale, photographing and listing and promoting, shipping and building their sales toward customers who are looking for certain items. I believe most customers looking for vintage, antiques and specialty collectibles, don't want to go do all the work that resellers do in bringing their merch to market. If you do reselling, even part-time, you know what I'm talking about.
@tonyabonifay1270 3 күн бұрын
My Goodwill is losing its mind, too! Love your videos!
@mariewilliams602 3 күн бұрын
Oh Danni they have lost their minds for sure
@triciayewer8407 3 күн бұрын
I am with you Dani, I never had a voice and it is only recently that I have become more vocal (at 68) I guess i feel its time to stand up and to start to believe in myself. I am still cautious not to upset people and cause arguments but I definately have found my voice. 😊
@ghok116 3 күн бұрын
My Goodwill has had that policy for a long time. When I see an item that doesn't have a price tag I usually leave it on the shelf. I'm soooo jealous of all your Cat people you buy for..... I saw a Shih Tzu @ 09:28...& You didn't even notice it.... Love your videos. I've learned a lot about glassware from you. Thank you!
@TheNICHELady 3 күн бұрын
Usually if I don't touch something it's because I can see some sort of damage or quality issue, I will be more aware of actually showing what I'm seeing!
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