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eBay 101: Selling on eBay For Part-time or Full-time Income, Beginner to PowerSeller in 90 Days

Steve Weber

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Total reviews: 10 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Another Steve Weber How-To Book 5 out of 5 stars.
14 of 23 people found this review helpful.

This book is the third Steve Weber book I have read, the first two being "The Home-Based Bookstore" and "Plug Your Book." I was quite enthusiastic about both of Steve's earlier efforts because they were extremely helpful and Steve wrote both well. Those comments apply to this book also.

The marvelous thing about this book is that it starts with the basics and works up to advanced techniques and clever strategies. When I say basics, I mean the kind of information that someone new to eBay would find helpful. What do certain words mean? How do I, and fill in the blank. Steve covers everything you can think of as a newcomer to eBay. Yet, Steve moves quickly and someone going from occasional seller to wondering about setting up a business can move past the basics easily.

What more is there to learn? Steve provides great advice on where to find more stuff for your eBay business. He also provides guidance for evaluating quality and describing your merchandise. All this advice keeps in mind the need to satisfy customers so that they will give you positive feedback and keep coming back.

Just like those popular television commercials, this is the point where I say, but wait, there is more! Steve discusses how to track stock and where it is located. He reviews several software options to handle an expanding enterprise. Included in his advice are options for the most cost effective method of shipping. Steve then provides a lot of detail on how you can expand your customer base through various techniques for advertising your business. I think there are at least half a dozen techniques for getting your business exposed on the internet, including how to fare well with Google searches.

I am touching on just a few of the numerous topics in the fifteen chapters in this book. There are at least 140 sub-headings in this book covering more topics than I had considered when thinking about selling on eBay. With all this powerful information, Steve did something more amazing; he included input from others. [...]

As with any purchase you make, what you want to know is whether this book is worth buying. If you fancy yourself expanding into eBay as a business, or expanding a current eBay business, or you just want to know how eBay works, then this book is worth far more than its price.

One thing I always notice about self-published books is how well they are written. I was unable to find a single grammar error in this book. Therefore, not only is this book full of valuable information, but that information is nicely organized and reading about that information is a pleasure.

Self-help books often seem like they need help themselves. I have read many self-help books by people claiming to be experts in their particular field of endeavor. When you read these books, you quickly realize that the book babbles on about trivialities or the organization is poor. Worse, some of these books have errors that even a novice recognizes. To find a well-written self-help book by an author who has successfully used the techniques in that book is always a wonder. "eBay 101" is such a book.

Enjoy!

Note: The author provided me with a review copy of this book.

Three Weeks to eBay Profits: Go from Beginner to Successful Seller in Less than a Month

Skip McGrath

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Editorial Review:

Over one million people list an item for sale on eBay every day—and 600,000 of these are professional full-time sellers. Now anyone with ambition and a dream can realize financial success on eBay. Whether readers are looking to be their own boss or launch a part-time business, eBay guru Skip McGrath walks them through a series of easy steps designed to generate income in less than a month. This practical guide reveals how to find products to sell, successfully compete in the crowded eBay marketplace, and optimize and grow one’s business. Three Weeks to eBay Profits offers instant answers to anyone who dreams of running this or her own business and realizing financial freedom.

Skip McGrath is currently a Gold Level Power Seller on eBay. He has written seven books on eBay selling, including The eBay Power Seller’s Manual and The Complete eBay Marketing System. His Web site, www.auction-sellers-resource.com, is one of the most visited eBay-related sites on the Net.

How and Where to Locate the Merchandise to Sell on eBay: Insider Information You Need to Know from the Experts Who Do It Every Day

Dan W. Blacharski

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Entrepreneurs in record numbers are setting up shop on eBay, according to a new survey conducted for eBay by ACNielsen Media Research International. More than 724,000 Americans report that eBay is their primary or secondary source of income. In addition to these professional eBay sellers, another 1.5 million individuals say they supplement their income by selling on eBay, according to the July 2005 survey. In the last six months of 2005, eBay members in the United States sold merchandise worth approximately $10.6 billion. As you can see, finding the customers is not a problem locating quality items to sell, is the challenge. So what do you do when you are done cleaning out your closet and attics? Where do you find the merchandise you need to sell on eBay? That s precisely what this new book is about: where to find products that you can buy for a few cents on the dollar and resell for massive profits! This book is intended for online sellers who want to build a business that can be increased over time by selling primarily new merchandise in quantity. You will be provided detailed insider information on: wholesalers, drop shippers, auctions, closeouts, discontinued merchandise, overstocks, salvage items, surplus merchandise, below wholesale products, customer returns, wholesale trade shows, suppliers, liquidators, close out firms, foreign and domestic manufacturers, and places to look in your area. In short you will learn to become a product sourcing pro and make money on eBay with products including: clothing, mixed lots, electronics, tools, furniture, general mixed merchandise, domestics, housewares, antiques, books, shoes, jewelry, toys, gifts, sporting goods, hardware, and much more.

eBay For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech))

Marsha Collier

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Total reviews: 74 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

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Thinking about buying or selling items on eBay? Whether you want to use eBay to make smart bids and win auctions or turn household clutter into cash, eBay for Dummies, Fifth Edition is your passport to the most successful trading community on the planet. Beginning with an overview of what eBay is and how to become a registered user, eBay for Dummies helps you discover how you can:

• Search for items to buy and list items to sell on eBay
• Place a bid—and determine how much you should spend
• Use pictures and basic HTML to make your eBay listings more appealing
• Communicate well and close deals without a problem
• Identify auction terms (reserve price, starting bid, Buy It Now, etc.)
• Organize your transactions and interactions using the My eBay page
• Resolve buying and selling issues with eBay’s Trust & Safety program
• And much more!

Registering at eBay makes you part of a really unique community of people who like to collect, buy, and sell items of just about every kind! So if you’re ready to join the millions of people who use their home computers to make great deals, buy cool stuff, and turn a profit, eBay for Dummies does all the legwork so you can sit back and let the bidding begin!

The Home-Based Bookstore: Start Your Own Business Selling Used Books on Amazon, eBay or Your Own Web Site

Steve Weber

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Total reviews: 113 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Great Source for Information 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.

This book is a great resource for everybody who is interested in their own home-based bookstore. I very much liked the no-nonsense approach (the author concentrates on profound information) and the many valuable resources listed in this book. I do publish my own books already for several years and I still learned a lot by reading "The Home-Based Bookstore".

Best of Topic 5 out of 5 stars.
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When I decided to go into the business of selling used books on the Internet I purchased every book on the subject I could find. While there are some good books written on selling used books, this book is by far the best of the lot. I really felt like Steve was telling me his business secrets and when I took his advice I found that I had the kind of successes he talks about in the book. I would read anything he has to say about this business.

Editorial Review:

Want to discover the most profitable, lowest-risk idea for your home business? It's selling used books online, which is growing 33 percent annually, according to a new study by U.S. publishers. Learn how to start your business part-time, then expand at your own pace. This step-by-step guide, written by one of the most successful and highly rated sellers on Amazon and eBay, includes everything you need to know:

Starting an eBay Business For Dummies (For Dummies (Business & Personal Finance))

Marsha Collier

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eBay is the world’s marketplace! If you’re ready to turn your hobby into an online business, Marsha Collier knows exactly how to help. Packed with proven techniques for boosting your business, Starting an eBay Business For Dummies, 3rd Edition includes the steps to success that you’ll want to know.

More than a million people are earning regular income on eBay. Those who are earning the most know how to set up a business, find and manage inventory, use auction management software to best advantage, get freebies on shipping, and run their businesses professionally.  Marsha Collier was one of the first, and she shares all the secrets she’s learned. In this fun and easy guide to getting your online business off and running, you’ll discover how to:

• Attract more bidders to your auctions
• Set up a professional business
• Find out what sells and what doesn’t
• Increase bidder confidence with strong listings
• Price your items to sell
• Reduce your costs by shipping more efficiently
• Work with a PayPal account and collect your money
• Understand legal issues such as taxes and licenses
• Keep appropriate records
• Improve your image with outstanding customer service

Marsha Collier has been so successful with her home-based business that she educated her daughter on the profits and today is one of the stars of the eBay community. Along with plenty of solid information and time-and-money-saving tips, she’ll give you the confidence you need to become an eBay entrepreneur.

How to Buy, Sell, and Profit on eBay: Kick-Start Your Home-Based Business in Just Thirty Days

Adam Ginsberg

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Fundamental, "Good Tips" book 4 out of 5 stars.
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

I think that this book provided some good tips and a basic general understanding of how ebay and the ebay community works. However, specifics are not present. For example,I would like to have read more information about international and domestic shipping and about drop shippers. It has the normal motivational spillage thats in all these type of books. It is a easy read.

Editorial Review:

A lively insider's guide to starting a successful small business selling items old and new on eBay, written with personal anecdotes, well–kept secrets, and insider tips by Adam Ginsberg, eBay's most successful private salesperson.

This is the insider's guide to making money on eBay. Adam Ginsberg is the most successful seller on eBay, moving around a million dollars' worth of merchandise every month. Not only will he impart his personal secrets on how to sell on eBay –learned through years of experience – and his tips on expanding your small business using eBay as a global market, but he'll also give fun side–notes and anecdotes, keeping the book lively and making it a fun and interesting read.

This book will be a must–have for all current and aspiring eBay sellers, all small–business owners, and anyone who wants to learn how to start a million–dollar company.

Titanium eBay:: A Tactical Guide to Becoming a Millionaire PowerSeller

Skip McGrath

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Total reviews: 21 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Good information about selling on eBay 4 out of 5 stars.
6 of 6 people found this review helpful.

Skip is a very likeable writer who has obviously done well on eBay. I found this book to be well thought out easy to read. I met Skip at eBay Live last year and he was very helpful, which I appreciated. Unfortunately I also bought a book by Adam Ginsberg, only to find out through some news sites that he has been banned from eBay for shill bidding and failing to send multiple orders worth hundreds of thousands of dollars!

The only other comment I have about Skip's book is that I would have liked to have seen a few more real world examples of how his techniques can be applied. It's a small point though in a generally excellent book.

Editorial Review:

Take it to the next level.

People who earn a living selling their wares through eBay are identified on the site as “PowerSellers” and awarded formal designations based on their monthly gross merchandise sales. There’s Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum—and at the very top of the food chain is the Titanium level, for those who generate gross monthly sales of $150,000 or more.

Titanium eBay: A Tactical Guide to Becoming a Millionaire PowerSeller is for everyone who aspires to reach the highest level of success within eBay, whether they’ve been selling through eBay for years at the Platinum level and want to learn how to grow their business, or they’re just starting out with ambitious plans. With over 60 chapters, coverage includes:
• Organization
• Product selection and pricing
• Advanced listing and selling strategies
• Auction management
• Brand building

eBay PowerSeller Secrets: Insider Tips from eBay's Most Successful Sellers (2nd Edition)

Debra Schepp, Brad Schepp

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Join the ranks of top eBay sellers with even more insider tips!

Are you ready to take your eBay selling to the next level? This beyond-the-basics guide reveals the trade secrets that have propelled the savviest entrepreneurs into eBay PowerSellers. Now it's your turn to start earning up to $150,000 per month through your eBay business!

The Second Edition of eBay PowerSeller Secrets is packed with up-to-date guidance in effectively running a eBay store, selling and shipping internationally, finding little-known sources for products, advertising your wares, managing inventory, collecting payments, keeping records, and much more.

[Sidebar] NEW! Covers eBay Express, eBay's Marketplace Research reports, ProStores, Skype, eMail Marketing, and even selling through Amazon and your own website. Plus, checklists to help you stay on track!

Learn from hundreds of PowerSellers just what it takes to succeed on eBay:

• Determine what sells best on eBay, when it sells, and why
• Develop listings that create high traffic and product demand
• Handle end-of-sale payments and protect yourself from fraud and loss
• Manage listings, inventories, and communications
• Track incidentals, deductions, expenses, and other tax-related items
• Automate to ease processes such as creating and posting listings, managing feedback, e-mail, and shipping
• Use Blogs and eBay Guides and Reviews to drive traffic to your listings
• Make big money through eBay's Affiliates program

How to Sell Antiques and Collectibles on eBay... And Make a Fortune!

Dennis Prince, Lynn Dralle

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Total reviews: 15 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Good info, but not for novices. 3 out of 5 stars.
6 of 6 people found this review helpful.

This book contains a great variety of information about using eBay, but it is not geared to the novice eBay user. The book addresses those wishing to use eBay as an antique/collectible sales business, and for those folks, it is a good book.

Excellent Primer for anyone wishing to enter the Ebay world 5 out of 5 stars.
3 of 4 people found this review helpful.

I have found this book extremely helpful when setting up my eBay business. I know I will refer to it for many years to come.

Great reference book 5 out of 5 stars.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

I love this book. It is a constant companion when researching items. I enjoyed reading it too. Love the way Lynn and Dennis make it so easy to understand.

Editorial Review:

Dennis Prince teams up with antique and collectible expert Lynn Dralle to provide all the information necessary to reap the huge benefits of selling antiques and collectibles on eBay. Written by an eBay Power Seller whose earnings topped $20,000 a month, this book helps you:

• Research types--and eras--of antiques and collectibles
• Find the best merchandise
• Use language that gets buyers to pay the most for the seller's items
• Price strategically. . . and much more!