In my {humble} opinion, it seems as though there are two
distinct schools of thought on this: yay or nay, no ambiguity.
I personally refuse to pay for loyalty programs. For instance, my Body Shop membership which
would normally be $10/year costs me nothing if I use the card 3 or 4 times a
year {which I do}. I wouldn’t pay the
$10 at the store – you want me to PAY YOU to come and shop in your store? Two words for you: starts with F and ends
with F!

Yes, you read that right: 40%. My bill went to $50.73 after tax to
$30.40. I can’t believe this. I didn’t have to pay for it and just for
patronizing your store, I get tremendous savings on things my dog needs wants
anyway.
Thank you PetSmart.
Perhaps other loyalty programs can take the hint and learn what it
really means to attract and maintain a loyal customer base.
Feel freezies to share your loyalty stories {good or bad}
below. I’m sure we barganistas {or
bargainistos…whatevs you fancy} would love to hear about it!
Hugs,
*Canadian Girl