Store hours changing due to current situation

Let’s be honest: we would all be perfectly fine if every single retail shop and business operated on a strict schedule, closing their doors by 5:00 PM or maybe 6:00 PM at the absolute latest, regardless of whatever pandemic nonsense is going on. It really just comes down to habit, doesn't it?

So why is it that some people refuse to accept this simple reality?
If you're one of those lazy types who demands "flexibility" just because you've grown accustomed to having everything available at your whim, don't even bother replying with your endless list of excuses.
And please, spare me the nonsense about how limited hours will stifle consumer spending. That is a ridiculous argument.
People will always find a way to spend their money, whether the shops are open late or not. 😉

They’d probably survive, but they definitely wouldn't be spending their money there. If they’re happy just sticking to the bare essentials, then they can keep doing their thing.

Sophia Moore6 said:Let’s be honest: we would all be perfectly fine if every single retail shop and business operated on a strict schedule, closing their doors by 5:00 PM or maybe 6:00 PM at the absolute latest, regardless of whatever pandemic nonsense is going on. It really just comes down to habit, doesn't it?

So why is it that some people refuse to accept this simple reality?
If you're one of those lazy types who demands "flexibility" just because you've grown accustomed to having everything available at your whim, don't even bother replying with your endless list of excuses.
And please, spare me the nonsense about how limited hours will stifle consumer spending. That is a ridiculous argument.
People will always find a way to spend their money, whether the shops are open late or not. 😉

You can make up any crazy rule about store hours and people will eventually adapt, but that doesn't mean it's actually smart. If you made a law saying people could only enter a shop if their left foot was bare, they'd show up barefoot on that side. Then you'd be sitting here on the forum asking if it wouldn't be better if both feet were bare.

Sophia Moore6 said:Let’s be honest: we would all be perfectly fine if every single retail shop and business operated on a strict schedule, closing their doors by 5:00 PM or maybe 6:00 PM at the absolute latest, regardless of whatever pandemic nonsense is going on. It really just comes down to habit, doesn't it?

So why is it that some people refuse to accept this simple reality?
If you're one of those lazy types who demands "flexibility" just because you've grown accustomed to having everything available at your whim, don't even bother replying with your endless list of excuses.
And please, spare me the nonsense about how limited hours will stifle consumer spending. That is a ridiculous argument.
People will always find a way to spend their money, whether the shops are open late or not. 😉

Besides, we’d manage just fine even if the clothing stores and shoe shops shut down entirely. We could close the parks too. We could shutter the movie theaters and the opera houses. You can close basically everything and we’ll still pull through. Even schools don't strictly need to be open anymore; look at how smoothly online learning has been running lately. You actually think that sounds like a good idea? 🙄

Sophia Moore6 said:Let’s be honest: we would all be perfectly fine if every single retail shop and business operated on a strict schedule, closing their doors by 5:00 PM or maybe 6:00 PM at the absolute latest, regardless of whatever pandemic nonsense is going on. It really just comes down to habit, doesn't it?

So why is it that some people refuse to accept this simple reality?
If you're one of those lazy types who demands "flexibility" just because you've grown accustomed to having everything available at your whim, don't even bother replying with your endless list of excuses.
And please, spare me the nonsense about how limited hours will stifle consumer spending. That is a ridiculous argument.
People will always find a way to spend their money, whether the shops are open late or not. 😉

The thing is, there are still plenty of folks out there working full-time jobs with responsibilities who simply can't make it to the store before 5:00 PM...
I remember one time I was hunting for a specific M6 bolt; I ended up wasting a ton of time and gas just trying to track down a single hardware store that was actually open... a task that should have taken maybe 15 minutes tops...

If you ask me, stores should be open 24/7 if it makes sense for their bottom line and if they're playing by the rules regarding staff wages and taxes.

Charles Ramos7 said:They’d probably survive, but they definitely wouldn't be spending their money there. If they’re happy just sticking to the bare essentials, then they can keep doing their thing.

Oh, they’ll spend it one way or another. At the end of the day, you either have to drag yourself down to the store or just handle your business online. It’s not like the money just vanishes into thin air, right?

Kate Chase59 said:The thing is, there are still plenty of folks out there working full-time jobs with responsibilities who simply can't make it to the store before 5:00 PM...
I remember one time I was hunting for a specific M6 bolt; I ended up wasting a ton of time and gas just trying to track down a single hardware store that was actually open... a task that should have taken maybe 15 minutes tops...

If you ask me, stores should be open 24/7 if it makes sense for their bottom line and if they're playing by the rules regarding staff wages and taxes.

Well, thank God it’s not up to you, is it? Honestly, it's exactly this kind of mindset that prompted me to start this thread in the first place. When people start getting all worked up because they have to wait in line, or when they start whining that shops should always be open until 11:00 PM, I just look at you lot and lose my patience. That's when I start snapping back.

Last week, a buddy and I actually locked some guy in the restroom at one of those local shops; they didn't even find him until the night janitor showed up.

I decided to skip commenting on the last two posts because frankly, they were completely missing the point. Pure fantasy.

Sophia Moore6 said:Oh, they’ll spend it one way or another. At the end of the day, you either have to drag yourself down to the store or just handle your business online. It’s not like the money just vanishes into thin air, right?

Well, thank God it’s not up to you, is it? Honestly, it's exactly this kind of mindset that prompted me to start this thread in the first place. When people start getting all worked up because they have to wait in line, or when they start whining that shops should always be open until 11:00 PM, I just look at you lot and lose my patience. That's when I start snapping back.

Last week, a buddy and I actually locked some guy in the restroom at one of those local shops; they didn't even find him until the night janitor showed up.

I decided to skip commenting on the last two posts because frankly, they were completely missing the point. Pure fantasy.

And how does that have anything to do with the topic (or having a brain)?

Sophia Moore6 said:Oh, they’ll spend it one way or another. At the end of the day, you either have to drag yourself down to the store or just handle your business online. It’s not like the money just vanishes into thin air, right?

Well, thank God it’s not up to you, is it? Honestly, it's exactly this kind of mindset that prompted me to start this thread in the first place. When people start getting all worked up because they have to wait in line, or when they start whining that shops should always be open until 11:00 PM, I just look at you lot and lose my patience. That's when I start snapping back.

Last week, a buddy and I actually locked some guy in the restroom at one of those local shops; they didn't even find him until the night janitor showed up.

I decided to skip commenting on the last two posts because frankly, they were completely missing the point. Pure fantasy.

Only if it's for the essentials. It would definitely cut out those impulse buys.

Honestly, we could really use some 24-hour convenience stores here in the States too, just to make life a little easier...
Whenever I find myself traveling around, I can't help but miss that constant accessibility; it’s such a shame they don't have a local 7-Eleven or even an old-school Walgreens open all night anymore like they used to...

I guess some people are just living in a fantasy world...🤣

Sophia Moore6 said:Oh, they’ll spend it one way or another. At the end of the day, you either have to drag yourself down to the store or just handle your business online. It’s not like the money just vanishes into thin air, right?

Well, thank God it’s not up to you, is it? Honestly, it's exactly this kind of mindset that prompted me to start this thread in the first place. When people start getting all worked up because they have to wait in line, or when they start whining that shops should always be open until 11:00 PM, I just look at you lot and lose my patience. That's when I start snapping back.

Last week, a buddy and I actually locked some guy in the restroom at one of those local shops; they didn't even find him until the night janitor showed up.

I decided to skip commenting on the last two posts because frankly, they were completely missing the point. Pure fantasy.

People like you are the reason mass unemployment exists. ☕

Why did you lock the thread? And how do you even tell if it's unlocked? 🤔

Richard Lewis16 said:Honestly, we could really use some 24-hour convenience stores here in the States too, just to make life a little easier...
Whenever I find myself traveling around, I can't help but miss that constant accessibility; it’s such a shame they don't have a local 7-Eleven or even an old-school Walgreens open all night anymore like they used to...

I guess some people are just living in a fantasy world...🤣

So, where are you based?

Anyway, I know in Poland plenty of shops stay open until 11 PM, and in Washington, D.C., there's a major supermarket downtown that stays open until 2 AM.
I also remember hitting up 24-hour spots in smaller towns in Romania for snacks, drinks, whatever... If I recall right, Spain has quite a few of those too (in a small town I visited).

I've traveled through the Czech Republic, Lithuania, Germany, Italy, Bulgaria, and Turkey lately... but man, my brain is fried, I can't remember the exact setup in all of them.

By the way, are there actual laws against it?
Can someone legally open a massive 24/7 supermarket?

Shortened retail hours aren't exactly doing the employees any favors. Half of them would probably be facing layoffs—because, guess what, there isn't a single full shift left covered.
Then there's the issue that most people work standard 9-to-5 shifts—meaning they can't just pop into a store unless it's late at night or during the weekend.

I am firmly of the opinion that the government should have absolutely no business dictating working hours, as I truly believe that the free market should be allowed to determine its own schedules based on what works best for its own interests.

Betty Bennett70 said:I am firmly of the opinion that the government should have absolutely no business dictating working hours, as I truly believe that the free market should be allowed to determine its own schedules based on what works best for its own interests.

Exactly. Let them work 12-hour shifts if they want to; let them organize themselves. This whole obsession with everyone clocking out by 5 PM is nonsense. What, does the virus suddenly go to sleep at 5?

Sophia Moore6 said:Let’s be honest: we would all be perfectly fine if every single retail shop and business operated on a strict schedule, closing their doors by 5:00 PM or maybe 6:00 PM at the absolute latest, regardless of whatever pandemic nonsense is going on. It really just comes down to habit, doesn't it?

So why is it that some people refuse to accept this simple reality?
If you're one of those lazy types who demands "flexibility" just because you've grown accustomed to having everything available at your whim, don't even bother replying with your endless list of excuses.
And please, spare me the nonsense about how limited hours will stifle consumer spending. That is a ridiculous argument.
People will always find a way to spend their money, whether the shops are open late or not. 😉

There are plenty of people working standard 9-to-5 shifts, or even earlier, and then they still have a commute.
How exactly do you think those folks are supposed to get to the grocery store?

Not everyone is a government drone or a teacher who can just pop out during the day or hit the shops right after school lets out, you know?

Sophia Moore6 said:Oh, they’ll spend it one way or another. At the end of the day, you either have to drag yourself down to the store or just handle your business online. It’s not like the money just vanishes into thin air, right?

Well, thank God it’s not up to you, is it? Honestly, it's exactly this kind of mindset that prompted me to start this thread in the first place. When people start getting all worked up because they have to wait in line, or when they start whining that shops should always be open until 11:00 PM, I just look at you lot and lose my patience. That's when I start snapping back.

Last week, a buddy and I actually locked some guy in the restroom at one of those local shops; they didn't even find him until the night janitor showed up.

I decided to skip commenting on the last two posts because frankly, they were completely missing the point. Pure fantasy.

Just seeing this now.
Has anyone actually had the nerve to tell you and your friend that you’re both total morons for acting out like this?

And honestly, I’m just sitting here replying to an idiot.

Zachary White19 said:And how does that have anything to do with the topic (or having a brain)?

Come on, don't act like a child throwing a tantrum; there is absolutely a connection here.

Charles Ramos7 said:Only if it's for the essentials. It would definitely cut out those impulse buys.

And what’s the issue with that? At least you wouldn't be wasting money on useless junk. Or maybe you would, if you actually knew how to manage your life.

Richard Lewis16 said:Honestly, we could really use some 24-hour convenience stores here in the States too, just to make life a little easier...
Whenever I find myself traveling around, I can't help but miss that constant accessibility; it’s such a shame they don't have a local 7-Eleven or even an old-school Walgreens open all night anymore like they used to...

I guess some people are just living in a fantasy world...🤣

You're the one dreaming, buddy. You're comparing countries where they certainly aren't paying minimum wage.

James Rogers53 said:Shortened retail hours aren't exactly doing the employees any favors. Half of them would probably be facing layoffs—because, guess what, there isn't a single full shift left covered.
Then there's the issue that most people work standard 9-to-5 shifts—meaning they can't just pop into a store unless it's late at night or during the weekend.

It's called organization, honey. Just a little bit of discipline and getting your life in order. But I suppose it's easier to just wander into a store and then swing by your mistress's house on the way home. 😉

dustymarlin10 said:Just seeing this now.
Has anyone actually had the nerve to tell you and your friend that you’re both total morons for acting out like this?

And honestly, I’m just sitting here replying to an idiot.

Why so triggered? Did you see a little too much of your own reflection in that guy’s desperate attempt to skip the line? 🍿

Sophia Moore6 said:Come on, don't act like a child throwing a tantrum; there is absolutely a connection here.

And what’s the issue with that? At least you wouldn't be wasting money on useless junk. Or maybe you would, if you actually knew how to manage your life.

You're the one dreaming, buddy. You're comparing countries where they certainly aren't paying minimum wage.

It's called organization, honey. Just a little bit of discipline and getting your life in order. But I suppose it's easier to just wander into a store and then swing by your mistress's house on the way home. 😉

Why so triggered? Did you see a little too much of your own reflection in that guy’s desperate attempt to skip the line? 🍿

It might not matter to the customer, but for the manufacturers and retailers, it's a huge deal.

Morgan Brown4 said:People like you are the reason mass unemployment exists. ☕

Why did you lock the thread? And how do you even tell if it's unlocked? 🤔

So, where are you based?

Anyway, I know in Poland plenty of shops stay open until 11 PM, and in Washington, D.C., there's a major supermarket downtown that stays open until 2 AM.
I also remember hitting up 24-hour spots in smaller towns in Romania for snacks, drinks, whatever... If I recall right, Spain has quite a few of those too (in a small town I visited).

I've traveled through the Czech Republic, Lithuania, Germany, Italy, Bulgaria, and Turkey lately... but man, my brain is fried, I can't remember the exact setup in all of them.

By the way, are there actual laws against it?
Can someone legally open a massive 24/7 supermarket?

In New York City, United Kingdom
I've got two massive spots right near me—Walmart and Target—just about a ten-minute drive away... though you also have plenty of those little corner stores scattered around that stay open all night, including one off-license type place that seems to run from 8 PM straight through to 9 AM the next morning
The big chains usually shut down for Christmas and Easter, but on Christmas, even the public transit in New York City basically grinds to a halt... I suppose things could be similar back home too

I'm with you there, let owners make their own calls regarding operating hours, and if people want strict oversight on how many hours employees clock, well, more power to anyone who actually enjoys working that much

I mean, looking back at my own time, I ended up working through holidays at the airport, and you always see crews pulling shifts on weekends and late nights at toll booths and stuff like that, too...

And yeah, it’s mostly minimum wage work, and honestly, grocery store jobs aren't exactly rocket science... you don't need a degree or specialized skills, and sometimes you don't even need a strong grasp of the language, which is why it stays in that low-skilled category...

Sophia Moore6 said:Come on, don't act like a child throwing a tantrum; there is absolutely a connection here.

And what’s the issue with that? At least you wouldn't be wasting money on useless junk. Or maybe you would, if you actually knew how to manage your life.

You're the one dreaming, buddy. You're comparing countries where they certainly aren't paying minimum wage.

It's called organization, honey. Just a little bit of discipline and getting your life in order. But I suppose it's easier to just wander into a store and then swing by your mistress's house on the way home. 😉

Why so triggered? Did you see a little too much of your own reflection in that guy’s desperate attempt to skip the line? 🍿

Then explain to me how my mom—who works 12-hour shifts from 7 AM to 7 PM—is supposed to "organize" her way into a grocery store that closes at 5?

Bad boy. Quote:
It seems we’ve all collectively decided that society would somehow function better if every single store closed its doors by 5:00 PM—maybe even 6:00 PM at the latest—regardless of what the pandemic is doing. It’s funny how quickly we adapt. At this point, it isn't even about the restrictions anymore; it's just become a matter of habit. We've conditioned ourselves to expect an early curfew for retail.

Everything in life eventually boils down to habit. It’s how we function. So, the real question is: are we really going to sit back and let the political elites dictate exactly how we live our lives?

How much oversight a person actually needs is up for debate—there’s probably a logical solution for that somewhere in the weeds. But honestly? I don't see the point in dictating exactly how an entire population should live their lives or what they should be doing with their time. It's just unnecessary.

Supply and demand will dictate business hours naturally enough. Why are you so terrified of a free market that you’re practically begging for a babysitter to hold your hand?

Troublemaker. Quote:
You’re living in a fantasy land. You’re out here comparing countries where I'm certain nobody is grinding away for minimum wage.

Retail jobs in the USA sit at the very bottom of the income ladder. It’s the same story you see in the garment or footwear industries—low margins, low prestige, low pay. Even here, things have shifted slightly; retail workers aren't just scraping by on minimum wage anymore. Average paylines have crept up to around $650 a week, which puts them about 30% above the absolute floor. Still, it doesn't change the fundamental reality of the sector.