I know from numismatics that it takes all kinds of people to make markets, and to make them work. In numismatics, we buy and sell money for fun. For many, it is a livelihood, a profession, a calling. Crooks are easy to find, people who knowingly sell counterfeit collectibles on the theory of caveat emptor. Their success comes "one customer at a time" because they never get repeat business. Also common are true egoists who build and maintain their enterprises with good relations and healthy social ties.
At my neighborhood Whole Foods |
The American Numismatic Association has a strong Young Numismatists program that brings the rich array of opportunities for learning to youngsters. Of all the ANA member clubs, the Michigan State Numismatic Society has the strongest YN program I have seen. They teach kids to be pages, running food orders for dealers at conventions and getting paid in tips. They learn how to earn money before they learn how to spend it.
So, I have to wonder how many of these children - already flagged as habitual customers - are being raised by liberals, progressives, and socialists who think that reinforcing consumer behavior is the way to save the planet -- or perhaps they do not think about it.
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I am surprised they don't say "shopper in training" or to avoid offending their customers. There are people won't shop there because they're corporate owned.
ReplyDeleteI don't really understand socialists, but I don't think they're completely anti shopping. I think they're similar to strong supporters of President Trump. If strong Bernie Sanders supporters and strong Trump supporters realize how similar they are and join forces, they could do a lot of damage.