Core Criteria: The Perfect Product Checklist
Use this 7-point checklist before creating or joining any deal:
✓ High volume economics
Products with significant fixed costs or scale advantages (20%+ bulk discount potential)
✓ Recurring demand
Items people buy repeatedly (monthly groceries, office supplies)
✓ Standardized specs
Identical units across participants (no custom sizing/colors)
? Reasonable coordination
Logistics manageable within 7-14 days (avoid fresh produce)
? Network alignment
Matches your core group's actual needs and timing
✗ Perishable risk
Fresh foods requiring immediate pickup/coordination
✗ Personalization
Custom sizes, monogramming, individual preferences
Category Deep Dive: ROI Rankings
Based on 1,000+ CanWeGet.com deals, here are top categories by success rate and average savings:
| Category | Success Rate | Avg Savings | Ideal Group Size | Repeat Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Household Consumables | 94% | 23% | 8-20 | Monthly |
| Office Supplies | 91% | 26% | 10-25 | Monthly |
| Tech Accessories | 87% | 28% | 15-40 | Quarterly |
| Furniture | 82% | 30% | 8-20 | One-off |
| Fitness Equipment | 76% | 25% | 6-15 | Seasonal |
Optimal Group Sizing: The Goldilocks Zone
Too small = insufficient leverage. Too large = coordination nightmare. Target these ranges:
10-25 participants: 92% activation rate, 24% average savings, manageable logistics. Start conservative, scale proven deals.
Timing Mastery: Seasonal + Cadence
Recurring (85% success):
- 1st/15th of month: Pay cycles align
- End of month: Budget flush
- Same weekday monthly: Habit formation
Seasonal peaks (boosts 30% participation):
- Back-to-school (Aug/Sep)
- Holiday prep (Oct/Nov)
- Tax season office refresh (Mar/Apr)
- New Year fitness (Jan)
Deal Structuring: Templates That Convert
Copy these proven structures:
Grocery Monthly
Title: "Neighborhood Organic Grocery Box - 10 families"
Target: 10 / $180 ($20 savings each)
Deadline: Every 1st, 7 days
Office Bulk
Title: "Team Office Chair Upgrade - 12 seats"
Target: 12 / $120 ($40 savings each)
Deadline: 10 days
Common Pitfalls: What Kills Deals
- Ambiguous pricing: "Around $100" → specify exact target
- Rush deadlines: <7 days fails 70% time
- No pickup plan: Logistics kill momentum
- Overambitious targets: 50+ first deals rarely activate
- Weak networks: Casual contacts flake
Your Next Perfect Deal
Checklist → Category match → Right-sized network → Proven timing. Systematic selection beats random participation.