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Join me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik), as I interview Nick (https://x.com/mattressguy_). We dive deep into the surprisingly complex world of the mattress business. Nick, owner of Direct Outlet Mattress and part of a family with stores across North Carolina shares his unique insights.
We discuss everything from the less glamorous side of old mattresses, to the economics of running a mattress store even comparing his approach to giants like Mattress Firm.
You'll be fascinated to hear how he's leveraging Twitter to build a successful brand and reach customers in unexpected ways.
Questions This Episode Answers:
How do these businesses make money?
What other overhead expenses would you have besides lease?
How do you acquire customers for your mattress store?
What is your approximate customer acquisition cost?
How much does it typically cost to start a mattress business?
Enjoy the conversation!
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This week we covered:
00:00 The Mattress Business Journey
03:05 Family Dynamics in Business
05:56 Understanding the Mattress Market
08:51 Customer Acquisition Strategies
11:47 Expanding Product Offerings
15:05 The Importance of Quality
17:58 Navigating Business Challenges
20:55 Building a Brand on Social Media
23:51 Future Plans and Online Expansion
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