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Most people/customers don't really have a good taste. This is why high quality stuff, even when competitive price-wise, have a hard time in the market. In Wars
by blfr 4y ago
Most people/customers don't really have a good taste. This is why high quality stuff, even when competitive price-wise, have a hard time in the market.
In Warsaw, one of the best cafes, I mean world class, they make their own tonic for tonic espresso, is a short stroll away from Starbucks[1]. Yet, that Starbucks does just fine.
Same with clothing. Luxury brands clothes are now more expensive than custom tailored, bespoke items. And HHVM is doing great while small tailors are going out of business. People simply can't spot quality.
[1] https://goo.gl/maps/np8KbybFpSoo4bqFA https://goo.gl/maps/np8KbybFpSoo4bqFA
- pydry 4y ago>In Warsaw, one of the best cafes, I mean world class, they make their own tonic for tonic espresso, is a short stroll away from Starbucks[1]. Yet, that Starbucks does just fine. I read an article once about a starbucks moving next door to a specialty coffee shop. They freaked out initially, but counterintuitively, sales actually went up. I think these markets may actually be more separate and complementary than we realize.
- blfr 4y agoI've never been there but I don't mind the Starbucks. I'm just pointing out that plenty of people still go there when a vastly superior choice is easily available.
- pydry 4y agoI know a few people who do this. They tend to value consistency and familiarity, I think - not just with coffee but with other areas of their life. Theyll usually order the same drink every time they go.