eBay Listing Can Be Brutal…But I Do This
Selling on eBay can be both rewarding and challenging. It offers a huge marketplace with millions of potential customers, but with that comes fierce competition and the need to stand out from the crowd. As an experienced eBay seller, I have learned a few tricks of the trade that have helped me navigate this brutal world of online selling.
The first step to success on eBay is creating a well-crafted listing. This is where you showcase your product and convince potential buyers that your item is worth their time and money. But beware, in this ruthless environment, a mediocre listing will be easily overlooked. Therefore, it is essential to invest time and effort into creating a compelling description, captivating title, and high-quality images.
When it comes to writing a product description, remember that buyers cannot physically see or touch your item. Therefore, you must provide as much detail as possible to help them visualize it accurately. Highlight the unique features and benefits of your product, and make sure to be honest about any flaws or defects. Transparency in your listing will earn you credibility and trust from the buyers.
The title is the first thing that catches a buyer’s attention, so it should be attention-grabbing and informative. Include important keywords related to your item to ensure your listing appears in relevant search results. Researching popular and related keywords can improve your listing’s visibility, giving you a leg up on the competition.
Another crucial aspect of a successful eBay listing is high-quality images. People are visual creatures, and displaying clear and well-captured photographs of your product can significantly increase its desirability. Invest in good lighting and take pictures from various angles, showcasing different features. Additionally, consider providing close-up shots to highlight any intricate details. Manipulating the images through photo editing software can add a professional touch to your listing.
Pricing your item competitively is pivotal in attracting buyers. Research similar products on eBay to get an idea of their market value. Setting your price too high may discourage potential buyers, while setting it too low might raise suspicions about product quality. Additionally, eBay charges fees based on the selling price, so ensure your pricing strategy takes those costs into account.
Lastly, shipping and handling fees directly impact a buyer’s decision. Be transparent about the shipping costs and clearly state any additional charges buyers may face. Offering free shipping can be a distinguishing factor and entice more customers to consider your listing.
Remember, despite the cutthroat nature of eBay selling, being professional and polite is crucial. Respond promptly to buyer inquiries, resolve any issues amicably, and provide excellent customer service. Building a positive reputation will encourage repeat customers and increase the likelihood of positive feedback.
Selling on eBay can be brutal, indeed. But by investing time and effort into creating attractive listings, pricing appropriately, and providing exceptional customer service, you can navigate this competitive landscape and find success. Transparency, attention to detail, and a positive attitude can set you apart from the rest, making your eBay journey a profitable and satisfying one.
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I list everyday.. I try to list 10 items a day, but that's usually not enough to get caught up. My life is alot like yours, but I focus mainly on video games. I'm trying to expand into other markets because there's a TON of competition in video games. I'm currently staying with my dad. I have two storage units that are both nearly full.. one climate controlled.. one outdoor. I also have about 1 and a half rooms full of my crap here. I'm getting close to having it 100% online. From there I'm going to continue to micromanage to get things as organized as possible so I can maximize productivity. Financial freedom is the goal.. Let's keep grinding! I enjoyed watching, and good luck with selling and sourcing!
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I try to do 10 a day everyday. I also try to do multiple quantities when possible. That way if I have a off day its covered for my goal.
I bought items to sell then got paralyzed by analysis. Everything I did post sold, I just need to finish posting the rest. Maybe this will help!
Id love to see a vid on testing cameras. I haven't seen any reseller do a through vid on that topic
How do you keep track of the accounting for taxes?
Love this video, I don’t feel so bad about the dread I have when it comes to listing. I know I can do so much more even though I work a full time job. My death pile is so huge right now. If anything this video has given me the incentive to get right back to listing and not be so hard on myself because of those blah feeling days that I don’t want to list.
I’m a hyper organized weirdo that works in “blocks”, with 10 min per hour dedicated to getting water, stretching, petting a cat, whatever it may be. I made the aspirational goal of creating 250 draft listings per day 5 days a month, and then parse it out a consistent amount per day to keep the algorithm happy. On non-listing days, I have various processing projects — cleaning, repairs, finding random bits & bobs that go together, and that workflow follows the same block schedule. I also take 2-3 days off per week from everything other than the preplanned listings from drafts & shipping, and use those days to fully enjoy my freedom from being self-employed.
camera treasures video should be next
Start a vinyl that I like, enjoy the music. If you feel the need to stop and dance, dance life is short you don’t have a fucking boss
We need a video on how you handle your accounting
Mines actually similar my wife hates the extra but I feel its storing for winter. I bought as much as I could at yard sale prices, basically hit goodwill one the $1 Sundays and another thrift on Mondays when they have their mark down. I like to actually look the stuff up on my phone, sell similar and fill in my prices sometimes fix sizes/models but its mostly to just get the draft there. Then I go and do all my photos. I watch some tv be with the family and i open the drafts and add my photos make sure everything is updated copy the headline to my description then submit listing. Then I go into my actives search which can have best offer added SKU the box or bin they all went in. As everything else already best offer this just separates the new listing for me. My hardest part with lot of stuff is trying to decide where to start sadly Im now really good at listing what I just bought and not tackling other stuff. You have to hit the seasonal at the right time, but then do I pick out high prices items first or just go tote by tote. It feels wrong to not list the expensive items, but completing a tote just makes me feel better seeing tote done.
Dude u should totally get a dog dawg
New Viewer: Looking forward to watching your past videos and future ones and reading comments. Gosh, I have an enormous death pile but I'm going to try and get some listed if not now then in January. I have lots of SQUIRREL moments! Annette from Kentucky
I worked as a elevator mechanic for 35 years, started when I was 19 , got lucky right of high school to find this job , the only real job I ever had . Retired at 55 , on disability , so I got all my retirement funds at that age without being penalized for retiring 10 years early ! Very bad back, bad shoulders, COPD, diabetes , all these ailments are job related . Building high rise elevators in Chicago is very demanding , brutal work , that takes a tremendous toll on the human body , and 35 years of it , is suicidal , but I was very lucky to belong to the strongest union in the Unitied states , that actual believe the members are the most important thing , not money or power ! So because of that, myself , my wife or my children will never have to worry about going homeless or having proper medical insurance for the rest of my life . My children are grown , all college educated , out on there own , but are in our daily lives ! Now brings me to reselling , I have been collecting junk since the 70s, I have a 40 foot trailer , a 2 1/2 car garage , 2 homes full of my junk , I know that it’s valuable , but I can’t seem to get started on the reselling road ,mostly because I do not know how to post or even list or even take pictures , mostly because I’ve hated all this internet stuff because of the usernames and passwords , long ago I got very frustrated with them and I never even tried after that , but now I must , so I’m gonna start locally on Facebook market place , then go to eBay and all the rest , I thought today maybe if I told someone my story ,some one who is doing what I want to do , maybe it would motivate me to get started , I would even like to do videos about it like you do , but I could imagine all that goes into that , I am a human being that in the 80s and 90s built 80 story hi rise elevators from start to inspection , but does not have the confidence or smarts to sell old stuff on the internet ! Now that’s my story!
UGH! My cameras look like that. I’m intimidated by them
How do you find your items? Mine looks the same way but it’s hell finding stuff sometimes