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What's a company you've seen that specialises in an incredibly specific item? (reddthat.com)

submitted 16 hours ago* (last edited 16 hours ago) by Anchorxiety@reddthat.com to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml

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Like they sell something so specific that you wonder how they even make enough money to operate.

EDIT: Or they offer a very niche service.

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[–] pheonixdown@sh.itjust.works 6 points 16 hours ago (1 children)

Every mattress store ever.

[–] Nusm@peachpie.theatl.social 6 points 14 hours ago

I used to be convinced that mattress stores had to be a front for money laundering operations, but then I needed a new mattress. I went to the local store, and it was a good experience. The guy working knew everything about all the different versions and patiently answered all our questions. We wound up with a mattress that was perfect for our needs.

Apparently mattress stores are very high profit and need minimal staff (there was only the one guy every time we went in). They don’t have to sell many to stay profitable.