I can't speak for Alex ...
But I think unfortunately the shipping cost is....
Relatively high and a constant (as there is very little exo magic can do to adjust it). It probably cost the same to ship a single deck as it does several decks to the same place. (So buy in bulk to save on shipping)
The Idea is if we collectively put our funds together we can get volume pricing on a single effect per month (think Cosco). The more people who buy in the more leverage is gained and the more bang the members get for their buck. The more attractive the offering the more outside people join in. It just keeps getting bigger and bigger from there.
I used to be a purchasing agent for EDS... I got really good at the game and was surprised at how much you can wheel and deal if you pay up front and buy in volume. It is all a numbers game but the higher the numbers the more you can save. I brought it to Alex and was surprised how receptive he was to it.
Usually that SAVINGS get pocketed by the fat cats and the consumer NEVER sees it. Alex can't work for free as he still has the bad habit of eating and sleeping under a roof. There are administrative costs to cover, Shipping, Blah blah. But with that said he agreed to hand off much of the savings to us. Not only that but he already got some amazing deals with the 'Libary of Conjuring Arts'. I didn't even know this amazing resource existed!
There are lots of X factors and Alex is trying to figure it out. The 'system' is actually designed to not let this happen, and Exomagic is bucking it. Obviously there are some difficulties, but if we are creative enough there lies some HUGE opportunities! I know for a fact, Alex has already stuck his neck out more then once on this, and I suspect he has done so a great many times already. He is obviously committed to Exomagic. No question about it. What he needs from us, now, is a small commitment. This is your chance to open up the menu and sample the incredible magical fare that is out there.
If you are already buying tricks on a constant basis what are you paying and what are you buying? If you are not buying tricks because you can't afford it, what would you like to see and what can you afford? Realizing that it is all about a ongoing relationship. Be honest and upfront because if you say you are going to do it and be nice to see some follow through on your part. The will give Alex some idea where and what his (now unknown) numbers are.
Unfortunately 20 buck is the minimum and that probably isn't enough. $35 is probably more realistic. (This is my guess and only a guess!) It is all a numbers game - more members could lower the price or up the prize. The goal is a magic item a month at significant saving to you over suggested retail. As a individual you probably won't have too much say - but as a collective whole you have the lion's share of. The problem is you actually have to say something as Alex can't (yet) read minds. My theory is it is the small print! LOL
I understand you have not been told what is REALLY truly on the table yet. And yes that is a difficulty. The reason for the gap is the biggest and most important ingredient is missing... INPUT from YOU . If you don't respond you are not only hurting yourself, but your magical brothers because this rare opportunity will be lost for everyone. If you sit on the fence now, chances are you will later too, and that won't work.
? Would you make a 3,6,12 month commitment?
? On a monthly basis how much would you happily budget to it?
? what category of tricks would you like to see offered?
? Do we charge a fee to join the club - or cover the admin fees in product cost? (which would you prefer?)
I (especially) can't promise anything. But if you don't ask you will NEVER get it. Dream a little... Just a little!
-misj-
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