Black Friday is quickly approaching aind is the biggest shopping day of the year. In order to get the best deals many shoppers feel they have to have the best strategies to thwart the competition. Just like with Dancing with the Stars shoppers need to be prepared, steady, confidant, and ready for any misstep.

The goal: To finish as the grand prize winner, coming home with the trophy, which in this case are the best shopping deals.

The game: To dance your way through the malls competing for the most coveted deals and bringing home the gold. To demonstrate stamina, endurance and be fleet of foot for the entire day of glamorous shopping.

The following are some fancy footwork steps that will make you look and feel like you belong on Dancing with the Stars.

Make sure you do not have on heavy clothing or coats as they get heavier as the day goes on. Wear appropriate shoes, after all, when you are jitterbugging down the aisles you should not be wearing your tango shoes.  You will be moving, stretching, reaching for all those wonderful items on your list.

Two people waltzing down the aisles can accomplish more than one going it alone. Coordinate your moves and stay with the rhythm. Make sure you both understand you can not be distracted by outside influences like ads, people or other impulse buys.  No matter whatt you want to avoid a line dance and stick with your waltz. You are magnificent.

Take charge and plan ahead as to what you want to buy and where you want to shop. Have a time management plan, a route you will take, and about how long you will need to be in each store.  You can salsa, mambo, or even lindy hop from mall to mall and stage to stage if you have the right plan.

At some point during the day doing the hustle may increase your chance of strutting your stuff and showing what you are made of. Enjoy the moment and create energy. Don't be afraid to move and show the fancy footwork that you have practiced for so long.  You have the momentum now is the time to use it.

You are have a plan and you are prepared so don't let the competition get you down. You have support and if need be let your partner step in and add some extra support. You are a team and this is a team competition where you both win. Your partner can guide you to the correct department with style and grace.

This is your day and you are doing a great job. You have charisma, finesse and charm Don't let your fellow shoppers see you sweat.. You are in control and are accomplishing all of your moves. Let you skill shine as you salsa to the sales.

While out shopping you might want to pick up a few gift cards to give your partner, family, and fans. They are your greatest joy and it is why you took on this challenge to begin with. They are behind you, applauding your efforts and admiring your talents.  Don't forget them as you finish with the foxtrot of the final sale.

Take a bow, strut your stuff and know that you have achieved success.  You knew you could do it and now shopping is in your heart and soul. Be glad that the after Christmas sales will be coming up soon. Yes, they will, and probably just before Christmas this year.

Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Shopping!   Please feel free to add your comments and any additional suggestions for dancing your way to the malls.