As the rich got richer and the poor got poorer during the pandemic, while thousands of businesses shuttered and millions of workers were laid off, some (non-billionaire) companies managed to beat the odds buzzfeednews.com/article/davidm…
While most industries flagged, sectors like food and wine, pet supplies, and outdoor goods proved lucrative during lockdown.
“As horrible as the pandemic was, it just threw gas on the fire for the outdoor industry. It’s just been an amazing ride right now.”
“As horrible as the pandemic was, it just threw gas on the fire for the outdoor industry. It’s just been an amazing ride right now.”
While they’re proud of their hard work — and grateful to have survived the year — some businesses now find themselves almost feeling guilty for their success.
“Some people did better, some people did worse. It doesn't feel earned for me.” buzzfeednews.com/article/davidm…
“Some people did better, some people did worse. It doesn't feel earned for me.” buzzfeednews.com/article/davidm…
For others, success has looked like just making ends meet during a tumultuous year, like Sarah Franciotti, who started selling hand-sewn masks on Etsy while she was out of work.
“I’m really grateful to have anything coming in when things are so up in the air.”
“I’m really grateful to have anything coming in when things are so up in the air.”
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