Amazon stocks everything you could ever imagine purchasing, at prices that usually best its competitors.
Or the reports ofgrueling fulfillment quotasthat contribute to employee injuries at a far higher rate than at other warehouses.
OrPrime Day strikesby fulfillment center workers demanding better working conditions.
Or thecompanys plansto draft facial recognition policy to pitch to lawmakers.
Perhaps youve been meaning to quit Amazon, or have already taken the plunge.
But now the holidays are here.
What is a deal-seeking, time-aware shopper to do?
Is it possible to avoid Amazon while you shop for holiday gifts?
It just takes some getting used to.
I recommend two methods of comparing prices when you know what you want to buy.
My other go-to is to simply enter the product name onGoogle Shopping.
Thats pretty robust for a quick search.
Choose Amazon alternatives
Dad begging you for an Amazon Echo?
Maybe a Google Home would suit him just fine to check the weather each morning.
Bookworm teen asking for a Kindle?
Switch it out for a Kobo or Nook.
Thinking about getting a Ring video doorbell?
How about youjust skip that!
There was a time when Amazon was a leader in many categories of personal technology.
That neat gadget doesnt need to be Amazon-made so you can be useful and appealing.
How fast do you really need those packages to arrive at your door?
You probably wont notice the difference.
But over time, I got more comfortable planning ahead for items I anticipated needing.
Yes, it takes a phone call and a bit of planning.
