eBay Managed Payments Follow Up 2 Dec 2020 11:30 PM (4 years ago)
After 22 years of selling on eBay I'm done. In 2019, I paid eBay $19.986 in fees. Additionally, I spent $25,474 on postage through the eBay label system. I also paid PayPal $6685. EBay decided they wanted the money I was paying PayPal. I decided it's time to go fishing. Here's the story. . .
eBay Managed Payments Review 30 Jun 2020 8:30 AM (4 years ago)
I've been on Managed Payments for three months now. If you haven't signed up yet, DON'T. EBay gave me money because I waited. Maybe they'll give you some? This article also has a review of the features and hassles. Even a loophole where you can avoid ebay fees.
Dealing With Abusive eBay Buyers. 29 Jun 2020 11:30 PM (4 years ago)
I've written before about bad eBay buyers. This is a common topic between eBay sellers. It seems like every week I get someone being crazy. Today, I tend to find these buyers entertaining rather than irritating. This article has some tips for dealing with these people.
Getting Repeat Ebay Buyers 8 Jun 2020 11:30 PM (4 years ago)
Repeat buyers are less likely to cause problems, are easier to deal with and because they are comfortable with you, are likely to spend more money. Here are a few things you can do to get more repeat eBay buyers.
The IWantCollectibles Guide to Ebay Sales 4 May 2020 11:30 PM (4 years ago)
Are you getting top dollar in your auctions? Are you new to eBay and want to get started the right way? The IWantCollectibles Guide to Ebay Sales is for you.
Ebay Protections for Buyers and Sellers 17 Feb 2020 10:30 PM (5 years ago)
Ebay provides protections for buyers and sellers. This article contains a stories about eBay sales gone awry to explain how these protections work from a seller's point of view.
eBay Sniper Program Review 30 Jan 2020 10:30 PM (5 years ago)
Sniping auctions is when you wait until the last few seconds of an auction to bid. Being an auction sniper can save you considerable money because you don't have to worry about another bidder coming in and bidding the auction up. This article covers snipeing and reviews sniper programs. Updated Feb. 2020.
You Are Missing Out On eBay Fee Credits 27 Mar 2019 12:26 AM (6 years ago)
Last month I found out I'd been overpaying eBay most months. Actually, I'd been eligable for fee credits, but never requested them. You are probably in the same position. While it took an eBay suspension for me to learn this, you can learn quickly and easily by reading this short article.
Lowering eBay Shipping Costs and Problems 26 Mar 2019 2:26 PM (6 years ago)
Some general notes and advice about saving money on eBay shipping. This article will help you waste less money on shipping.
Ebay Seller Update Fall 2018 9 Aug 2018 2:26 PM (6 years ago)
EBay just announced the Fall 2018 eBay Seller Update. This article looks at how the changes will effect sellers, and explains how to work within them to keep sales up, and costs down.
Improving Cross Sales and Surviving Ebay Summer 2018 Changes 26 Jul 2018 12:01 AM (6 years ago)
Every year in June eBay makes changes to searches and categories that make it harder for buyers to find your items. After a few weeks the buyers will figure out work arounds or just stop buying on eBay. Here's some inforation to help you survive the changes.
A Few Quick Buying Stories 9 Jul 2014 12:01 AM (10 years ago)
This article has 11 short stories about buying antiques and collectibles. Each has a simple lesson to help you become a better purchaser of used items for resale or your collection.
11Main.com is DOOMED - a Review 11 Jun 2014 1:01 AM (10 years ago)
In February 2014, Vendio announced a new auction site - 11Main. Vendio provides tools for eBay sellers, and runs a huge auction site in mainland China, so this should be a good competitor. I signed up back then, and have been keeping notes over the past 5 months about what I've done. In June, I examined the site and decided to stop wasting my time.
EBay Auction Sales Down? 27 May 2014 11:01 AM (10 years ago)
Due to the recent hack of eBay, and the requirement that users change their passwords, many buyers are having problems bidding. This means auction results are down. EBay has announced they will allow sellers to cancel auctions - even ended auctions without penalty. This article has more information.
Some Observations On My 2013 EBay Effort 17 Apr 2014 11:26 PM (11 years ago)
While doing my taxes, I started thinking about last year's results. This article just has some quick lessons based on my results.
The Fixed Price Trap 30 Jan 2014 12:26 AM (11 years ago)
Are you caught in the fixed price trap? This article explains how eBay sellers damage their businesses by falling into the Fixed Price Trap, and some suggestions for avoiding the trap.
How To Have Negative Feedback Removed For Under $500 17 Apr 2013 1:44 PM (12 years ago)
An Ohio eBay seller named med_express_sales has found an innovative way to get negative and neutral feedback removed. This article explains how they get buyers to remove or alter feedback.
How To Write EBay Descriptions That SELL 30 Aug 2012 2:44 PM (12 years ago)
Many of us have mastered the basics of selling on eBay. We know how to take pictures, we know how to list items with simple descriptions, and in the past this was good enough. To compete today we need to write better descriptions and titles to stand out from the clutter.
How eBay Best Match Search Works 28 Aug 2012 5:15 PM (12 years ago)
Knowing how best match search works is important because it's the default search method on eBay, and if you do something that lowers your listing's visibility, people won't ever even see your title, much less your description.
Buying On Craigslist? Here's Some Resources. . . 15 Jun 2012 3:18 PM (12 years ago)
Links to free websites that will help you master Craigslist. These will help you if you're buying or selling used merchandise.
How To Search Craigslist Across Cities and Categories 15 Jun 2012 3:14 PM (12 years ago)
A simple easy to use search engine that will allow you to search all cities served by Craigslist at once. Also instructions for other Craigslist searches.
Using Facebook and Pinterest to Promote eBay Auctions 8 Jun 2012 7:14 PM (12 years ago)
How to get more bids and sales by using Facebook and Pinterest to increase eBay auction exposure.
Online Promotion Methods 1 Jun 2012 5:44 PM (12 years ago)
How to get more sales on and off eBay. Also how eBay's default best match search option works with fixed priced listings that don't generate lots of sales.
You A Collectible Expert? 18 May 2012 4:44 PM (12 years ago)
How to turn your antiques and collectible knowledge into an online business, and claim your expert status.
Overcoming eBay Seller Frustrations 17 May 2012 2:44 PM (12 years ago)
I asked my readers to tell me about the frustrations they encounter when selling on eBay. This article explains the frustrations and my suggestions for overcoming them.
The Drop Shipping Myth Explained 4 May 2012 9:09 PM (12 years ago)
The myth of drop shipping profits on eBay explained. Why a drop ship list or membership site won't help you make money on eBay
Advice for Writing and Selling Ebooks On EBay 27 Apr 2012 8:23 PM (13 years ago)
I got two questions from readers this week about eBay and ebooks. Questions like these are a good way of finding out what you want to know so I'll assume others are interested and spend some time answering them.
How To Sell Antiques On eBay 31 Mar 2012 2:33 PM (13 years ago)
Are your antiques not bringing what you expect on eBay? Here's 23 tips to help you get higher bids when selling antiques on eBay.
Dealing with Pests When Buying Antiques and Collectibles 28 Mar 2012 7:13 PM (13 years ago)
Once you start running ads to buy antiques and collectibles, you will start to get nuisance calls. These are people who call for reasons other than to offer you something. Here's some tips for dealing with these pests.
How To Learn About Antiques 24 Feb 2012 6:06 PM (13 years ago)
The best way to learn about antiques and collectibles is to handle them. Here is a short course to help you learn about antiques.
Review of eAhoy - The Community Driven Marketplace 24 Feb 2012 10:55 AM (13 years ago)
I wasted my time looking at eAhoy.com so you won't have to waste your time. The site has no buyers and only 36 sellers.
What to Sell On eBay? 17 Feb 2012 5:55 PM (13 years ago)
The question what to sell on eBay is best answered by looking at who you are. Don't look for profitable items to sell on eBay, look at yourself and the products will be clear.
eBay Powersellers - Are your kids orphans? 14 Feb 2012 1:55 PM (13 years ago)
Being an eBay powerseller like a hamster on a wheel. He keeps running, but doesn't get anywhere. Did you build a job on eBay, or a lifestyle?
Review Of Pete Bruckshaw's Auction Arbitrage Secret 8 Feb 2012 7:15 PM (13 years ago)
One of the biggest problems eBay sellers have is finding products to sell on eBay. Pete Bruckshaw has come up with some interesting tactics. Pete's been selling on eBay since 2004, and has perfected an interesting way of getting products to sell. Basically, he buys them on eBay from sellers who make mistakes in their listings. This is called eBay arbitrage.
How To Sell Antiques 1 Feb 2012 6:42 PM (13 years ago)
A quick guide to selling antiques and collectibles. A lot of people think of eBay as the place to sell antiques, but there are more options. This page explains how to sell antiques in 7 different ways.
Free eBay Shipping Calculator 15 Dec 2011 11:22 AM (13 years ago)
Here's a free and easy to use USPS shipping calculator. With this calculator, you can easily find out the shipping cost and options for any eBay item. All you need to know is the buyer's zip code and the weight.
Finding Products To Sell On eBay 14 Dec 2011 6:42 PM (13 years ago)
How to find products to sell on eBay is the most common question I get from my readers. This page has links to all the articles and reports I've written about finding eBay products.
Using eBay To Meet Your Goals 13 Dec 2011 8:42 PM (13 years ago)
When we sell on eBay we do more than offer products, we use eBay to move us towards goals. This article explores common eBay goals and the skills needed to meet your goals.
Detailed Seller Ratings Advice For 2012 13 Dec 2011 2:35 PM (13 years ago)
eBay gives discounts on final value fees to sellers who maintain high seller ratings. This article explains how to get buyers to leave you better DSR ratings so you'll get the discounts. Updated December 2011 to reflect three and a half years of DSR results.
Understanding eBay Changes 2011 9 Dec 2011 3:35 PM (13 years ago)
This page covers eBay changes and has links to all articles on IWantCollectibles about working within the changes. Sign up for my free newsletter for articles covering new changes as they are announced.
How To Act At Antiques Shows 7 Dec 2011 7:35 PM (13 years ago)
How To be an antique dealer Part 2: Why being a friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable antique dealer will pay off in the long run
7 Habits Of Successful Antiques Dealers 30 Nov 2011 3:27 PM (13 years ago)
Over the years some of the antiques dealers I met stood out. One of the things that makes them stand out is they have continued to buy and sell items for decades. This article examines the common habits of successful dealers.
Tips for Starting an eBay Consignment Business 23 Nov 2011 8:09 AM (13 years ago)
Selling on consignment is the perfect way to start on eBay. This article is an introduction to consignment selling, and explains what you'll need to be successful. First in a series on eBay Consignment.
eBay Trading Assistant Tips 22 Nov 2011 8:31 PM (13 years ago)
Why you should become a trading assistant, and how to set up your account. Additional articles in the series on eBay consignment cover: consignment agreements, contracts, and inventory forms; starting a consignment business; consignment fees; and signing up people for your services.
Increase Your eBay Sales Without Working Harder 16 Nov 2011 8:06 PM (13 years ago)
Get more sales on eBay with these simple tips.
Uses For eBay Watch Lists 15 Nov 2011 12:26 PM (13 years ago)
When you look at your listings on your My EBay Item's I'm Selling Page there is a column that shows you how many people have looked at it and how many people are watching your listing. This article explains how to use the number of watchers to help us get higher amounts in our auctions.
Review of Jim Cockrum's "Silent Sales Machine" eBook 10 Nov 2011 12:01 PM (13 years ago)
Jim Cockrum has released a newly updated version of his Silent Sales Machine book. I've been telling my readers to get his book for years. It's that good. The new version has some great additions.
eBay Title Tips 26 Oct 2011 9:33 AM (13 years ago)
Putting keywords into eBay titles in the best order. What to include and what to leave out, along with a look at eBay's keyword and title rules.
Negotiating When Buying Antiques and Collectibles 20 Oct 2011 10:38 PM (13 years ago)
Negotiating when buying is one area many antiques and collectibles dealers don't spend much time thinking about. This is a transcribed recording of two long time antique dealers discussing how they negotiate when buying items for resale. During the interview we talked about everything from when the phone rings to when we carry our purchases out of the seller's homes. If you're interested in buying antiques and collectibles - whether for your collection or to resell on eBay or at antique shows, this interview will help you.
Review of Stuart Turnbull's Prints Make Profits eBook. 12 Oct 2011 4:13 PM (13 years ago)
Prints Make Profits explains how to sell prints cut from old books on eBay. The review will help you decide if it's something you want to do. If it's right for you, the page has a $10 discount link.
Selling At Antique Shows Versus On eBay 7 Oct 2011 7:33 PM (13 years ago)
This articles compares selling antiques and collectibles at shows and on eBay, and contains tips for both activities. Also explains what to sell on eBay and what to hold for a show.
Buying eBay Products at Yard Sales 23 Sep 2011 5:03 PM (13 years ago)
This is a follow up to my article about Garage sales. In this follow up, you'll learn how to find yard sales with good stuff. There are two ways to go hunting at yard sales. Read on for more information.
How To Be An Antique Dealer 14 Sep 2011 5:55 PM (13 years ago)
This week I have a question from a reader who wants to be an antique dealer along with my suggestions on the best way to start an antiques business.
Finding eBay Products At Garage Sales 31 Aug 2011 4:37 PM (13 years ago)
A lot of people start selling on eBay by selling unwanted things from their homes. After a few weeks, months, or even years if you are a pack rat, you start going out and looking for stuff to sell. Garage sales, yard sales, estate sales, and rummage sales are a logical next step. Here's a few simple tips for getting the best deals at garage sales. . .
23 Tips For Taking Better eBay Pictures 24 Aug 2011 2:39 PM (13 years ago)
Taking good pictures for your listings is one of the most common areas eBay sellers have problems. This article contains tips and advice on how to create better pictures for eBay.
Profiting From eBay Images With A Blog 17 Aug 2011 5:45 PM (13 years ago)
This article explains an easy way to leverage your eBay auction pictures into a steady stream of income by setting up a blog.
eBay Time Wasters 16 Aug 2011 6:16 PM (13 years ago)
A list of common ways eBay sellers waste time. This list will help you improve your efficiency.
FREE Interview -- Conquering The Chaos Of Your eBay Business 10 Aug 2011 12:51 PM (13 years ago)
Is your eBay business chaotic? Get Conquering The Chaos Of Your eBay Business for free. This short interview will help you improve your eBay business.
Finding Wholesale Products To Sell On eBay 30 Jul 2011 5:01 PM (13 years ago)
I keep coming back to the topic of eBay product sourcing. This is because the most frequently asked question I get about eBay is. . . 'Where Do I Find Products To Sell On eBay?' Scott Prock has a different answer than most people. He says rather than looking for products, you should be looking for groups of people called markets and niches first.
How To Use eBay Listing Upgrades And Options Efficiently 27 Jul 2011 5:44 PM (13 years ago)
Other than using eBay image hosting, the biggest area eBay sellers over pay fees are by using listing upgrades that do not increase selling amounts enough to cover the extra cost. This article contains a list of the upgrades available and information about when to use each option.
Does An eBay Store Make Sense For You? 20 Jul 2011 7:44 PM (13 years ago)
EBay changed their fee structure in July 2011 to give lower final value fees to Stores. But it's not a given that all eBay sellers will have lower fees with a store. This article examines the fees with and without a store so sellers can decide if paying the store fees will result in lower fees overall.
Adding Backend Sales To Your eBay Sales 20 Jul 2011 1:44 PM (13 years ago)
Interview with Sydney Johnston. Sydney started selling on eBay in 1996. Since then she has perfected selling small easy to deliver items and then moving her buyers up to more expensive items. One of the best interviews I've ever done, and a perfect follow up to the interview with Jim Cockrum.
"Storage Wars" and Mini Storage Auction Tips 7 Jul 2011 1:28 PM (13 years ago)
Is watching Storage Wars a good way to learn about mini storage auctions? Tips and information for buying and selling storage auction contents.
How Do I Get Started Selling Stuff On eBay? 22 Jun 2011 9:28 AM (13 years ago)
This is a common question. My answer has links to relevant articles on IWantCollectibles.
Should You Be Selling With Fulfillment By Amazon Too? 17 Jun 2011 4:58 PM (13 years ago)
Basically, Fullfillment By Amazon (FBA) means you ship items to Amazon and then list them in Amazon's Marketplace. When an item sells, Amazon ships it to the buyer. In this article I discuss the advantages of selling used items on Amazon rather than on eBay.
Jim Cockrum on Escaping The eBay Volume Trap - Free Interview 15 Jun 2011 2:46 PM (13 years ago)
In this free interview, Jim Cockrum and I talk about how we both got started on eBay, how we changed the way we looked at eBay, and went on to build the businesses we have now.
Example of PayPal Phishing eMail 31 May 2011 2:31 PM (13 years ago)
Phishing is when a scammer sends emails out hoping the recipients will reply with confidential information like log in names and passwords. Most of the time these emails look like they were sent by specific companies like PayPal. Today's article contains a fraudulent paypal email along with some tips for spotting these scam emails.
FREE report - Gary Hendrickson's Cherry Picking Guide 11 May 2011 11:49 AM (13 years ago)
Here's a simple report with lists of items you are likely to find at yard sales, flea markets and antique stores that are almost always under priced. Gary Hendrickson wrote this report a while back and I made arrangements with him to give you a copy for free.
Buying Antiques and Collectibles In Stores And Malls 10 May 2011 1:49 PM (13 years ago)
I interviewed Gary Hendrickson about buying antiques and collectibles in stores and malls to resell on eBay. In this interview Gary and I talk about how we buy antiques and collectibles. I run lots of ads to get people to call me on the phone and offer me antiques and collectibles. Gary just goes shopping.
Minimizing eBay Fees 22 Oct 2008 9:34 PM (16 years ago)
This FREE report will show you how to stop wasting money on eBay upgrades and select the listing type that will result in the lowest fees.
19 Ways To Quickly Improve Your eBay Auctions 20 Sep 2008 11:20 AM (16 years ago)
This article explains 19 ways to get higher selling prices in your eBay auctions.
The Death Of eBay? 30 Aug 2008 1:20 PM (16 years ago)
I was originally going to call this article eBay 2010 and show you what eBay will look like in two years. But I decided to use the death of eBay instead because it's more dramatic.
eBay's Detailed Seller Ratings Reexamined 28 May 2008 7:01 PM (16 years ago)
I wrote in February about ways to improve your Detailed Seller Ratings to insure you'll get a Final Value Fee discount from eBay. In this article, I reexamine this issue based on two months of results.
Overcoming eBay's New Digital Download Prohibition 26 Mar 2008 1:07 AM (17 years ago)
You can no longer list downloadable items in categories outside everything else > information products, and must use classified ads rather than auctions or fixed price listings. This article explains four ways to get around this new rule.
Why Have Multiple eBay Accounts? 27 Feb 2008 7:07 PM (17 years ago)
This article explains why you need more than one eBay account.
Setting Up Additional eBay Accounts 27 Feb 2008 4:37 PM (17 years ago)
This article shows you how to set up a second ebay account.
How To Sell Quantities Of Items On eBay 23 Jan 2008 8:31 PM (17 years ago)
This article explains how to sell quantities of items without depressing selling process.
Finding eBay Keywords For Old Items 13 Nov 2007 7:01 PM (17 years ago)
What Is it? This article explains how to find out keywords related to any item.
Adding Videos To Your eBay Auctions 24 Oct 2007 8:13 PM (17 years ago)
This article explains step by step how to put videos on youtube, and then add videos to your auctions.
Sorting Antiques - The Three Piles 20 Oct 2007 1:43 PM (17 years ago)
This article explains how I sort antiques into three piles. Stuff to sell on eBay, items to place in antique malls, and junk for yard sales or flea markets.
Using The Word Like In eBay Titles 16 Oct 2007 1:17 PM (17 years ago)
eBay doesn't like the word LIKE. You cannot use it in titles to make comparisons to other brands, and you cannot use it in condition statements. The first rule makes sense, but LIKE NEW is a commonly used condition statement. They are trying to protect people who buy underwear on eBay.
Common eBay Abbreviations 11 Oct 2007 11:17 AM (17 years ago)
Have you ever wondered what the abbreviations you see in eBay auctions mean? Here's a list of common (and uncommon) abbreviations and their meanings.
Create Your Own eBay Most Watched Page 3 Oct 2007 10:27 PM (17 years ago)
Since I showed off my most watched items pages, many of my readers asked about making their own. Here's a quick and easy form. Just copy and paste.
Skip McGrath Says Never Mind 30 Sep 2007 8:09 PM (17 years ago)
Skip McGrath wants us to think he's Emily Litella. After promoting Exponent Trading, and attacking me for warning people off, he's now saying Never Mind. I say not good enough.
How To Add Audio To eBay Auctions 12 Sep 2007 8:09 PM (17 years ago)
There are a few cases when adding a recorded message to your eBay auctions makes sense. It's easy and can be done with the tools you already have. This article explains when to use audio, and shows you step by step how to add sound to your auctions.
EBay Bidder Tricks 26 Jul 2007 10:09 AM (17 years ago)
This article explains ways bidders use questions to take advantage of sellers.
Easily Increase Your eBay Sales Without Working Harder 12 Jul 2007 11:30 PM (17 years ago)
This article uses some personal stories to show you some effortless ways to increase your eBay sales without working harder.
Make Money Cutting Up Magazines And Selling The Pages On eBay 29 Mar 2007 6:18 PM (18 years ago)
I've seen people listing ads cut from magazines on eBay, and even bought a few over the years. I've always thought it was just a matter of cleanly removing the ads and then packaging them for sale, but the truth is I never gave it much thought, but there is more to it.
The eBay Feedback Obsession 11 Feb 2007 3:18 PM (18 years ago)
Have you ever wondered why some eBay users get so caught up with feedback? Last week I had a pest bothering me about feedback - not a buyer, but someone who took time out of his life to send me repeated emails about feedback. This got me thinking about the obsession with eBay feedback.
Improve Your eBay Auctions - 44 Common Mistakes Found In Many eBay Auctions Explained 2 Feb 2007 2:44 AM (18 years ago)
I recently asked my newsletter readers to look at an auction I'd selected on eBay and then send me a list of at least five things the seller could have done better. Hundreds of readers sent suggestions which I've compiled them into the free report Improve Your eBay Auctions.
Do You Think eBay Owes You A Living? 9 Jan 2007 5:36 PM (18 years ago)
Every time there is any change to the eBay system, the whiners who feel entitled to an income start moaning about how their livelihoods have been ruined. These eBay sellers would be entertaining if they weren't so sad. This article lists a few things all eBay sellers must do to succeed in today's more competitive eBay marketplace.
Building An Email List On eBay 16 Dec 2006 12:24 PM (18 years ago)
In this article you'll learn why you don't want to use eBay's newsletter service, how to set up your own newsletter and get subscribers, and WHY HAVING A NEWSLETTER MAKES SENSE.
eBay Selling Tips 13 Dec 2006 3:40 PM (18 years ago)
Many people look for eBay selling tips. They want a shortcut to successfully selling on eBay. In this article, there is a list of tips for selling on eBay. Some of these eBay tips will save you money, others will result in higher ending prices. Either way, these free tips, will help you run more profitable eBay auctions.
Learn How To Sell On Ebay 7 Dec 2006 2:13 PM (18 years ago)
I get a lot of questions about how to get started selling on eBay. I have answered this question so frequently I have decided to compile all the answers into one article and put it on the web. The best way to learn how to sell on eBay. . .
Selecting The Best Category And Keywords For Your eBay Auction 2 Dec 2006 4:23 PM (18 years ago)
Finding the best eBay category is extremely important because most eBay searchers quickly learn to limit their searching to specific categories. Additionally, ebay will show you the most searched keywords for each category. Knowing these keywords will allow you to write a better title and description.
Planning Your eBay Auctions For Success 30 Nov 2006 2:41 PM (18 years ago)
When we think of eBay auctions, we usually think of them as a way to convert items into cash. That's probably the simplest goal of an eBay auction, but there are other reasons. This article explores the reasons we sell things on eBay. Some of them might surprise you.
Improving Your eBay Auctions Through Testing 3 Nov 2006 6:41 PM (18 years ago)
This article explains a few things to test in your auctions. You'll learn some small changes that might raise your selling prices.
Proper Packaging of eBay Sales 13 Aug 2006 5:49 PM (18 years ago)
What do your eBay buyers think when they get packages from you? I recently opened two eBay purchases in front of a video camera in order to examine how packaging effects buyer remorse.Watch the video here.
Building Trust With Hesitant eBay Buyers 5 Aug 2006 5:41 PM (18 years ago)
Many would be purchasers have little or no experience buying on eBay. To make matters worse, the media is full of stories about eBay scams and rip offs. This article explains eight ways to get hesitant eBay shoppers to bid on your auctions.
Finding People With Products You Can Sell On EBay 16 Jun 2006 8:44 PM (18 years ago)
I wrote a few weeks ago about the importance of selecting products based on groups of people. Today, I am going to turn it around, and discuss finding people with products. When we start by looking for people with products we can sell we are more likely to find items with low competition. Even better, by creating our own opportunities, we lower the chances others can copy our efforts.