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30 Weird Ideas That Worked: A Dive into Reddit’s Odd Success Stories
Sometimes, the strangest ideas turn out to be the most successful. Let’s explore some of these quirky concepts that defied logic and thrived.
1. The Accidental Price Hike
Imagine a jeweler who accidentally doubled the price of her turquoise jewelry. Instead of selling less, she sold out. The increased price boosted the perceived value of the jewelry. This reminds me of my university days when tuition rates seemed to follow a similar pattern.
2. Clicker Games
Clicker games, like Cookie Clicker, are deceptively simple. You click a cookie, get a cookie, and then automate the clicking. It’s mindless, yet addictive. These games have spawned countless apps and a dedicated following.
3. Online Shopping
Giving your credit card information to a website and hoping they send a product to your house sounds risky. But it’s now a norm. The evolution from gold to paper money to credit cards shows how trust in systems can change over time.
4. Unboxing Videos
Unboxing videos are wildly popular. People love watching others open boxes of products. It’s a mix of curiosity and vicarious excitement. I once watched a loot…
