> They're basically negative influencers. Anyone who tries new things (more than the average consumer) will find products that don't have traction yet, which i

> They're basically negative influencers. Anyone who tries new things (more than the average consumer) will find products that don't have traction yet, which in turn will be disproportionately likely to be discontinued. This logic doesn't depend on their taste being better, worse, or different than other peoples'.