List of Costumes That Are Selling NOW
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1. List of Costumes That Are Selling NOW!
2. Becoming A Successful eBook Author: The K.E.Y.
3. Holiday Toy Guide PRESALE is coming
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Hi ~
Just like toys will be the big selling item in a couple of months… costumes are the big item now.
Some of you might think that the big profits come from selling NEW costumes – nothing could be further from the truth… USED costumes sell very well and have a great profit margin too!
Take a look at the following list of costumes that are selling NOW… then, if you want to learn more about selling used costumes Discover The Secrets of How to Find and Sell Halloween Costumes for High Profits with the eBay guide Sherah Taylor and I have put together for you.
Learn more about the eBook here:
http://www.auction-moms.com/hotsellingcostumes.html
BUT don’t buy it from that link or you will be paying too much!
Get it for just 20 bucks through the 10th with this special link:
https://wahmcart.com/cgi-bin/index.cgi?adminid=22&pid=7389&quickbuy=1
Whether you get the eBook bundle or not – you can still take advantage of selling used costumes one Bay… and here is a list of 5 that are selling RIGHT NOW! These aren’t hard to find guys… thrift shops and consignment stores are putting them out right now – this is a great opportunity for some fast sales!
5 used costumes that are selling NOW:
1)Item: Astronaut Suit Sz 4-6, Cap, Helmet, Boots, Backpack EUC
Link: http://tinyurl.com/28kjrl5
Item number: 260653983690
Ending Price: $51.00 with 2 days left
Starting Bid: $.99
#Bids: 13
The rest of 2010 and your eBay business
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1. What To Do During The Rest of 2010
2. Harnessing eBay Traffic with an eBook
2. How to subscribe or Change your subscription status
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Can you believe that we are well into the second half of 2010?!
Usually when August hits I find myself looking back over the goals I set for the year to see what kind of progress I have made. I have to admit, since my car accident – and the many months of recovery – I haven’t quite been on the track I was hoping I would be on… things are just a bit slower. Maybe you can relate?
If so – be encouraged!
I am learning that it is alright to take things a little slower… that what really matters is FOCUS. It might take me 2 months longer than I had planned to get a new course written – but, what matters is that I stick to my plan and just go one step at a time until it is done. It might take me a week or two longer to get all my listings up – but, what matters is that I keep on plugging along until they are listed.
See, without focusing on what we are doing… and where we are going with our business, we really won’t get anywhere. If I focused on the fact that things were taking me so much longer than I had planned – I would probably get overwhelmed and just stop.
But, if I have a plan… and just keep moving forward on that plan, I’ll get where I want to be… eventually.
Auction Strategists: Why eBay Sellers Need An Info Product
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1. Start Here Program: 10 Days To An eBook
2. Why Do I Need An Information Product Anyway?
3. How to subscribe or Change your subscription status
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Hi ~
If you have ever wanted to put together an information product – like an eBook)… but, you aren’t much of a writer… or you don’t really know how to get started… or you don’t know what people would be interested in hearing about… (need I go on?)… then, you’ll want to pay special attention…
I have found that many people understand the value of using things like a blog/website, mailing list, ezine or newsletter, ebooks, etc… as a part of their business strategy – but, they need someone to walk along side and show them HOW.
That’s what I have hoped to accomplish with the Start Here Program.
The whole point of the Start Here Program has always been to provide simple, step-by-step lessons to help you grow your business beyond just selling auctions on eBay.
Last year, we started with blogging with the 6 month course that gets your blog up and ready to generate traffic and revenue.
Earlier this year, I released the next module that was all about how to build a mailing list.
And, now we dig deep into how to actually write, format, and publish an information product (ebook, short report, etc.).
Announcing the next module for the Start Here Program…
10 Days To An eBook
Why eBay’s Mailing List Feature Isn’t A Good Idea
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eBay’s Mailing List Feature – Not so good
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One question I get frequently as I talk about the importance of building a mailing list is:
Why can’t I use eBay’s mailing list feature?
If you didn’t know, eBay has a feature that allows store owners to manage a mailing list so you can publish a newsletter. I say ‘manage’ loosely – because if you look closely, there are some limitations that eBay puts on your newsletter that makes eBay more likely your list manager than you… are you surprised?
Before we dig too deep… let’s look at the value of having a mailing list:
1. Trust Builder: A mailing list is a tool you can use to build a relationship with your readers/audience/market. If you have a relationship with your readers and have built their trust, they are more likely to buy from you.
2. Takes Pressure Off of Selling Auctions: If your goal is to build a mailing list then you aren’t as concerned about your auctions selling. Instead, you begin to recognize that your auctions are really just a way for people to join your mailing list. Your listings become more of an advertisement than the single source of revenue for your business.
Secrets of Garage Sale Bargains – $10! Don’t Miss This!!
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1. Discount on Sherah’s Garage Sale Book For My Readers!
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Hello ~
Yeah!
It’s here!
Earlier this week I mentioned that I was working out a deal with Sherah Taylor (previous publisher of Auction-Moms) for her excellent Garage Sale eBook.
Although there are many different ways to find inventory… It should come to no surprise that I highly recommend garage sales.
A while back I stumbled on this wonderful resource for hitting g-sales for inventory. I had no idea other people did this – thought it was my little secret… I was getting great results buying at yard sales and reselling on eBay.
BUT THEN… I read this book and everything changed!
In fact, every year I re-read it and I pick up new strategies and tips to apply to the new garage sale season. I just finished reading the latest 2010 update to Sherah’s ebook, Secrets of Garage Sale Bargains – man, it is FULL of great ideas…
Learn things like:
- Which weekend is best to catch hot moving sales
- Tips for getting a good deal even if your best offer is refused
- Why saying, “Will you take $1 for this toy?” is a no-no
- Find out the magic words to seal the deal… almost every time!
- When the best time is to hit the sales for the best deals
The ebook sells for $17.99 – but, I was able to work out a special deal with her to offer it to my readers for only $10. I don’t think you’ll be seeing it anywhere else for this price!
It’s Not About eBay Anymore!
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In this newsletter:
1. It’s Not About eBay Anymore!
2. This Week – Sherah’s Garage Sale eBook
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Hello ~
Have you heard? A lot of people are saying that eBay is dead… again.
It just might be for some people – but, I really think it all comes down to your business strategy.
I think eBay is alive and well… read on to find out why.
Enjoy!
Jenni
PS. I’m about to close up the Start Here Blogging course for a bit. We are just about to our limit. If you are interested in learning how to set up a blog for your eBay business… and build new automated revenue streams, you’ll want to check it out. In fact, if you get in before the end of the week, I’ll knock off $5 every single month!
Learn more here:
http://www.starthereprogram.com/blogging
BUT if you want to save $30 on the course, use this special link before Friday at midnight:
https://wahmcart.com/cgi-bin/index.cgi?adminid=22&pid=5572&quickbuy=1
Here is what people are saying:
“I think overall you have taken a dificult subject and taught us how to make a blog that will be very productive for us.”
“Great course and great price.”
“The scope of the course is so comprehensive, and so clearly explained, that I really think anyone who can read and follow instructions can do it. The course broke down the most technical and complicated processes into small easily understood steps. There’s no way I could have done it on my own and come out with such a professional product.”
“I like that the lessons, especially the early ones, were clear and broken down step-by-step, and the flow into more complicated processes was gradual and well organized.”
Auction Strategists: Your Budget For Hitting Garage Sales
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1. What’s Coming Up… FREE Inventory?!
2. Garage Sale For Inventory Plan
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Hello ~
Do you have a budget for your inventory?… Or, do you fly by the seat of your pants when it comes to buying items to resell? Maybe you are just scraping by right now and just buy inventory when you can… there are so many people in this boat right now due to the economy. If this is you, stay tuned – in the next newsletter I am going to show you a strategy to get used items to resell on eBay without spending a penny! Yep – you heard me right! There is an article I wrote a few years back on this topic and I will be featuring it in the next newsletter.
Enjoy!
Jenni
PS. The Summer Toy Guide is LIVE and going strong! Know what used toys are selling on eBay this summer with the Summer Toy Guide – you get 3 months with the package for just $27!
Learn more here: http://www.mytoyguide.com/summer
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Garage Sale For Inventory Plan – YOUR BUDGET
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Last week I shared with you some of the strategies I use to map out my route on a g-sale day… and today we talk about the all important budget!
Your budget will really come down to the market you are in (and of course how much you have to spend on inventory). Since I focus on selling children’s items, that is going to be the point of reference for this weeks topic of budgeting for yard sales.
Calendar of Bargains for new inventory
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Calendar of coupons/bargains/sales
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One of the websites I frequent sent out an interesting email earlier this year. Buxr has been watching the trends for how stores and manufacturers run their sales. This calendar of savings they put together allows you to get a glimpse of what can be expected to be promoted by stores and what you might find as far as sales, coupons and rebates… If you are reselling new retail items, this is valuable information.
I put together a summary from the list… I just included items below from the list that tend to be sold on eBay. You will want to look at the whole article HERE.
Trends for savings
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January: furniture, carpet, exercise stuff, grills, TV’s
February: tires, tools, humidifiers
March: luggage, boots, coats/winter wear
April: car accessories, fabric, vacuum cleaners and lawn mowers
May: Patio furniture, water, party supplies, camping gear, mattresses
June: hand tools
July: early markdowns for patio furniture, outgoing theater shows on Broadway sell tickets for 50% off
August: further patio furniture mark-downs, outdoor toy sales (30-75% off), swimwear, backpacks, school/office supplies
September: bikes, digital cameras, gas grills, wines
October: large appliances, winter coats, jeans
November: left over Halloween items
December: computers, loads of bundles with electronics, wedding dresses, baby products, toys, GPS
Enjoy!
Jenni
PS. I am so embarrassed that I haven’t posted since **gasp** December! That’s what happens when I focus on the back end stuff of running a business – there is really only so many hours in a day. Not to mention… continued physical therapy and doctor visits… hoping to have all that behind me soon….
Merry Christmas! A gift for you…
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Merry Christmas To You!
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If you only have a few minutes {!firstname}…
don’t miss out on my Christmas present to you this year!
Through the end of the year, you can join my Start Here Blogging
course for only $5 a month (instead of the regular $17)…
Learn more here:
http://www.starthereprogram.com/blogging
—-> Only 5 bucks a month with THIS LINK:
http://www.jennihunt.com/merrychristmas
Merry Christmas {!firstname}!!
Jenni
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Usually this time of year I spend a lot of time reflecting… as
well as looking forward. I don’t know about you, but I have a list
of things I want to finish up before the end of the month… just
so I can simply FOCUS when January hits.
What about you?
What are your plans for 2010, {!firstname}?
As I have talked with many eBay sellers this past year… I have
found that there are a lot of sellers out there who are
discouraged. For different reasons, they feel like eBay just isn’t
what it once was and that they missed out.
Well… they are right.
eBay isn’t what it use to be. In fact, nothing is what it use to
be. The beauty of that, however, is that this change just brings us
new opportunities!
We all have a choice to either focus on what use to be… or look
forward to what could be. I must be an optimist at heart… because
I choose to look forward and take advantage of the opportunities
available to us.
What are you going to choose?
What are you going to focus on for your business this next year?
Over Half of Americans Plan To Buy THIS!
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1. 7 No Cost Ways To Bring In New Bidders
2. Over 50% of Americans Plan To Buy These This Holiday Season!
3. How to subscribe or Change your subscription status
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Happy Thanksgiving Week!!
We spent our morning hooking up a wireless printer… I know – we
are so behind the times! We actually got this printer LAST YEAR. In
fact, it was still sealed in the box this morning – but, now it is
finally up and running.
As we were pulling it out and getting it all setup with the laptop
I was blown away by how outdated the technology was. It is still a
great printer – but, it wasn’t designed to run with VISTA (and
Windows 7 just came out!)… and you have to use the CD with the
software on it to be able to set it up with a computer. Well, we
just bought one of those netbooks – and it doesn’t even have a CD
drive. Although I’m sure we can dig for a downloadable version
online… there was no mention of it in the installation
instructions.
All this got me thinking about how eBay has changed over the
years… and how technology has played it’s part in those changes.
It has provided so many ways for sellers to bring in their own
customers.
It use to be that sellers were completely reliant on eBay and it’s
own search capabilities for bidders to be able to find your
listings. Did you know that you no longer have to rely on eBays
search engine for your potential bidders to find your listings?
Auction Strategists: Getting Visitors To Click To Your About Me Page
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1. Quick Note – What People Are Saying
2. Back To The Basics – Your About Me Page Part 2
3. How to subscribe or Change your subscription status
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A Quick Note…
Are you looking for a step-by-step program to help you get started with a blog to create new revenue for your eBay business? Discounted Charter Memberships are almost gone over at http://www.StartHereProgram.com/blogging
Look at what Deena had to say about the Start Here Blogging program for eBayers:
“Hi, Jenni,
Thank you!
I just wanted to tell you what an AWESOME job you’re doing with the Blog lesson system.
I’m about to start Lesson 9, and I just can’t believe all the information, step-by-step instructions, knowledge, and advice you are providing.
I would have had to read a zillion books and web sites to learn about it, and still never be able to narrow it down and get it done. Just poking around other web sites leads to mass confusion and eventual inaction.
I’m looking forward to the next lessons…
Thanks again for a great program – I know you put a tremendous amount of work into it, and I hope it brings you wealth and fame!”
Deena
www.oakhillboutique.com
http://stores.shop.ebay.com/OakHillBoutique__W0QQ_armrsZ1
eBay ID: deenaodaniel
Thanks Deena!
If you want to learn more about the blogging program – check it out here:
http://www.StartHereProgram.com/blogging
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Also – super quick…
Are you using garage sales for your eBay inventory? Whether you want to get started finding inventory this way or are a seasoned garage saler, Sherah’s ebook – Secrets To Garage Sale Bargains is must have!
Auction Strategists – Back To The Basics With Your About Me Page
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1. Quick Note – Garage Sales For Inventory
2. Back To The Basics – Your About Me Page
3. How to subscribe or Change your subscription status
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A Quick Note…
I just found out that Sherah over at Auction-Moms is offering her Secrets To Garage Sale Profits ebook for only 10 bucks! WhooHoo! Usually she only offers this once a year, but we got lucky. So, if you missed it in April – you get another chance.
If you shop garage sales for inventory… or are interested in learning how to do this – Sherah’s ebook is jam packed with information you need.
You can learn more here:
http://tinyurl.com/85xhq
But, don’t buy it from that page or you’ll be paying too much.
Through August 5, you can get it for only 10 bucks – but, you have to use this link to get the deal:
http://www.jennihunt.com/GarageSaleEbookSpecial/auction-moms-ebook.htm
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Back To The Basics…
Do you have an About Me page? I sure hope so…
I’ve been spending a lot of time on eBay poking around, researching trends and I am always suprised at the number of sellers (even power sellers) that do not have an About Me page! And, most of those that do – aren’t using it to it’s full potential… talk about leaving money on the table.
If you DON’T have an About Me page, you need to pay attention.
If you DO, you need to pay attention. 
Your About Me page on eBay is one of your biggest eBay assets when it comes to creating multiple revenue streams. It is one of the KEYS to USING eBay to grow your business instead of eBay using you).
More Than eBay…
I’m not the only one who thinks that there is more to building a successful eBay business than eBay itself.
Jim Cockrum over at My-Silent-Team (http://www.My-Silent-Team.com) mentioned in his last newsletter that eBay is no longer enough… and I couldn’t agree more! Not only are other options for selling items becoming more and more popular for BUYERS (craigslist, amazon, and more)… but, if you really want to grow your business – you have to view eBay as a TOOL for your business not the actual business itself.
Sure, you can sell on eBay and make some money with the items you are selling — and many are doing quite well with this model still; however, many sellers are frustrated with the control eBay has over them as a seller and are looking to grow beyond just selling. Plus – it is always a good idea to NOT have all your eggs in one basket.
This is no surprise – I’ve been talking about this for a long time. In fact, my Start Here Program is designed to help you move beyond eBay and into gaining more CONTROL over your business. (You can learn more about the Start Here Program here – as of this writing, there are still a few Charter memberships available.)
I also cannot say enough about Jim Cockrum and the information he provides. Almost 7 years ago I stumbled on his Silent Sales Machine ebook and it completely changed the way I view my eBay business… I have never looked back! You can sign up for Jim’s free newsletter HERE – top right corner. You can also look at his archive… including his take on eBay not being enough anymore.
Auction Strategists: A MUST HAVE Folder On Your Computer
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1. The Simple Secret – The Folder You Need On Your Computer
3. How to subscribe or Change your subscription status
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The Simple Secret – The Folder You MUST Have On Your Hard Drive
I have had more people email me this past week asking what they should be focusing on in their eBay business right now.
“Help! I don’t know where to start – I want to automate my business, start building a mailing list, get a blog going, and better build my inventory… But, there is so much good information out there I don’t know where to start!”
Sound familiar?
My guess is that every small business owner has this question at one point or another… and the answer is very simple.
It is so simple that it is often overlooked and that is why I’m calling it the “Simple Secret”.
Here are a couple tips:
1. Find a mentor or two
There are a lot of experts out there willing to help and share what they have learned or know. Find a few that you trust and stick with them! This will help keep you from ‘being tossed by the wind’ – trying to learn everything from everyone.
2. Create An Education FOlder On Your Hard Drive
This is my most precious folder on my computer! There are a handful of people that I consider mentors… and anything and everything they send me – I know, without a doubt, it is valuable and something I want to read and soak in.
Auction Strategists: Add Some FIREWORKS To Your Auctions
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1. Adding FIREWORKS to your eBay business
2. Heads Up: Growing Your Niche
3. Heads Up: What About Information Products?
4. How to subscribe or Change your subscription status
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Hi ~
As 4th of July is coming… and in Oregon, that means fireworks stands are popping up everywhere. Yesterday, I had the privilege of taking just my 4 year old to the grocery store with me for a few things… the parking lot had the same fireworks stand that has been there year after year. In fact, I’m sure it is run by the same people. It is always in the same spot of the parking lot… the only change is that they are in a big white tent instead of a wooden shed.
Usually, the flags and bright colors are enough to get the attention of my children, but this time — it was something else.
This year, there was another fireworks tent on the other side of the parking lot. It was white with flags all over it – just like the other one that is always there… only this one had 5 (yes FIVE) huge inflatable slides and bouncy houses for kids to play in. It took up most of the parking lot!
I didn’t even drive on the side of the parking lot that had the inflatable slides… in fact, we drove right by the tent that has been there year after year selling fireworks… But, do you think my 4 year old even saw this tent?
Nope.
He was completely focused on the inflatables.
Auction Strategists: Free Blogging Report
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1. Quick News: Custom Auction Template $7 Through Friday
2. Free Report: 10 Blogging Questions
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It’s almost been a week!
My Custom Auction Template is more than 1/2 price through THIS Friday, June 19, 2009.
The slower months of summer are a great time to make sure your listings are top notch. Years ago I updated my template to a custom template that I made and my average sales instantly DOUBLED!
My template is usually $14.95 – but, I’m offering it for $7 through Friday ONLY.
You can learn more here:
http://huntedtreasure.com/Custom_Auction_Template.html
BUT – to get it for $7 you must use this link ONLY given to my readers:
http://tinyurl.com/auctiontemplate
** Note: My Custom Auction Template requires use with the Seller Sourcebook (http://www.jennihunt.com/recommends/ssb.htm)
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Hi ~
I am very excited to be coming out of a great, big, huge dry spell… have you ever been there? You know where you want to go… what you want to accomplish… heck, I even knew what I needed to get done – I just couldn’t focus long enough to do it.
I have been working on this new blogging program for you guys (I know, I’ve been talking about it for a long time) – but, even though I had most of the outline finished… I was really struggling with filling it all in. I knew the content I wanted to put in there — just didn’t have the focus or discipline… or something…
Auction Strategists: 3 Ways To Build Your Biz This Week
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2. Heads Up: Resource: Affiliate and Niche Blogging
3. Heads Up: Discover Your Niche?
4. How to subscribe or Change your subscription status
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Check It Out!
The slower months of summer are a great time to make sure your
listings are top notch. Years ago I updated my template to a custom
template that I made and my average sales instantly DOUBLED!
My template is usually $14.95 – but, I’m offering it for $7 for one
week.
You can learn more here:
http://huntedtreasure.com/Custom_Auction_Template.html
BUT – to get it for $7 you must use this link ONLY given to my
readers:
http://tinyurl.com/auctiontemplate
** Note: My Custom Auction Template requires use with the Seller
Sourcebook (http://www.jennihunt.com/recommends/ssb.htm)
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Hi ~
Looking for ways to give your business a little kick this week?
I’ll give you three…
1. Write
2. Get Involved
3. Improve Your Listings
1. Write
Write a short article (500 words) that talks about an aspect of
what you are selling on eBay and submit it to article directories
for others to publish on their websites and blogs.
How does this give your eBay business a kick?
I love to use what Jimmy D. Brown coined as the ‘useful, but
complete’ approach when using freebies of any kind (and articles
are free tid-bits of information). What he means by that is simply
this: You provide the reader with “useful” information (something
they find of value and are able to actually apply) but make certain
that it is ‘incomplete’ in that they can better use the information
by making a purchase from you.
Auction Strategists: Applying Internet Marketing To EBay
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1. How To Apply Internet Marketing Strategies To Your eBay Business
2. Heads Up: John Cow, Blogging and Business
3. Heads Up: Summer Toy Guide Only Available Until Friday!
4. How to subscribe or Change your subscription status
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If you run any kind of business… whether you like it or not, you are somehow involved in marketing. In fact, even if you don’t realize it, you are marketing your business. It happens whether you have a ‘formal’ plan or not… It happens when you tell other people what you do – either by word of mouth, through email, flyers on bulletin boards… or however else you communicate your business services/products to potential customers.
Here is the thing…
As an eBay seller, you have a choice.
You can A. Let eBay do all the marketing for you (and your competition)…
You can B. Let eBay affiliate marketers do your marketing (and your competition)…
Or,
You can C. Take the reigns into your own hands and do your own marketing.
What’s cool about Option C is that it is kind of an ‘all of the above’ sort of thing. Not only will you benefit from your own marketing efforts – you will continue to benefit from eBay and other affiliate marketers as well.
You must have a plan if you are going to be marketing your online business though… Before we get into how to develop a plan, I want to be very clear that marketing is not the same as advertising. Advertising can be a piece of your marketing plan; however, placing ads on various websites is not in itself a marketing plan.
Auction Strategists – Your Toy Arsenal
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1. Adding Toys To Your Arsenal
2. How Important Is A Niche?
3. Heads Up:
– That Extra Mile
– More Niche Marketing and eBay
4. How to subscribe or Change your subscription status
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One of the things I have talked about numerous times is the value of selling within a niche. When I’m talking about a niche – I’m talking about a group of products that the same audience has an interest for. The ‘tighter’ your niche is (or the more focused it is), the less competition you should have selling to that market.
So – for example…
Clothing or apparel is a niche… but a tighter, more focused niche would be women’s clothing or children’s clothing. You could sell just clothing in general – but, think about how much more you could cross-promote your items if you were only selling women’s, children’s OR men’s clothing.
If you know your customers are interested in women’s clothing – it is easy to create offers for them to purchase more from you. (And, remember, it is always easier to sell to those already showing an interest in buying from you!) On the other hand, if you are just selling clothing in general… you won’t know your customers as well and will have difficulty effectively promoting other products you are selling. In other words, if you cross promote to your other auctions and most of them are dresses – but, this particular customer is a man who has bought a jacket from you… it is likely your promotion won’t be all that effective.
Auction Strategists – Garage Sale Plan Series: Your Budget
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Auction Strategists Newsletter
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1. Garage Sale For Inventory Plan: Your BUDGET
2. Heads Up:
– April Monthly Madness: Gymboree News and Gossip Column
– The Niche Blogger Report – Correct Link (sorry!)
4. How to subscribe or Change your subscription status
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Hi ~
This is a short issue because I wanted to send you the next part of the Garage Sale Plan so you can take advantage of the information right away. What could be more important than the budget, right? You can expect the next part tomorrow… and I’ll finish it up on Thursday night. I’ve gotten some great feedback – if you have a question or a comment, please share!
Enjoy!
Jenni
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1. Garage Sale Plan: Your Budget
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The Garage Sale Plan – Your Budget
Okay… let’s talk a little bit about budget for hitting those garage sales.
Your budget will really come down to the market you are in… and since we are focusing on children’s items – that is going to be the point of reference for this weeks topic of budgeting for yard sales.
I usually bring only $80-100 with me when I am hitting yardsales. This doesn’t mean I don’t stop for more – but, I’ve been able to do fine with around a hundred bucks. I like to break it down so that it isn’t all $20’s… it helps the seller as well because they aren’t having to give me change if I find a hot Blue’s Clues notepad for twenty five cents.
Auction Strategists: The Garage Sale Plan – Mapping Your Route
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Auction Strategists Newsletter
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In this newsletter:
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1. Garage Sale For Inventory Plan: Your Route
2. Heads Up:
– Monthly Madness: Gymboree News and Gossip Column
– Jumping Ahead: Blogging for Revenue
4. How to subscribe or Change your subscription status
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Hi ~
When I start talking about garage sales I always get a variety of responses. I’m surprised that many don’t really understand how many true treasures (and I’m not talking about junky “treasures”) can be found. Usually those in the market for children’s items aren’t quite as picky about buying used… But, some have a hard time with the idea of buying second hand. I can understand that; however, I believe that in this economy, some of those ideals are changing.
As the going gets tough, more people are turning to buying second hand so they can save and continue to enjoy some of the other things they appreciate about their lifestyle still. This is really good news for eBay sellers because it means that more people are turning to places where they can get things used – and eBay is one of the top hit websites/resources available!
So, whether you have always looked for used items… or are just starting out – the Garage Sale Plan series we are doing is designed to give you a strategy to get your hands on quality inventory in a time efficient manner… and with the least amount of money.
As always, if you have a question… comment… tip… whatever, please share!
Enjoy!
Jenni
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1. Garage Sale Plan: Your Route
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The Garage Sale Plan – Mapping Your Route
Auction Strategists: Taking Control Back From eBay
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Auction Strategists Newsletter
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1. Taking Control From eBay
2. Finding Inventory in This Economy
3. Heads Up:
– Miss Monday Madness?
– Offline Biz
4. How to subscribe or Change your subscription status
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Last year when I started this Auction Strategists Newsletter, I promised to only send our a newsletter when I had quality content to offer. If you are like me – you are bombarded from every direction with all kinds of INFORMATION… the last thing you need is just another thing to read.
At the same time, you have probably been looking for ways to grow your eBay business in this crazy economy… I have spent most of the last year analyzing different strategies that I’ve used and that many of my mentors have used to grow their business and I’m really looking forward to sharing with you what I have learned.
More than anything – I have noticed a gap in the helpful information that is available to you as an eBay seller… there are some great resources for learning how to sell better and increase your bids/sales/etc. But, what if you want more? Any business owner recognizes that putting all your eggs in one basket (ie., eBay) isn’t wise. What if you want to add baskets or various revenue streams? Again, there are some fabulous resources out there that teach how to grow an online business… but, who do you listen to? I’ve spent 6+ years learning about internet marketing. I’ve bought into some cheezy stuff in that time… and I’ve learned who to trust. I am more than happy to share these resources with you… and often have; however, I’ve noticed something… and this is where that gap is. Many eBay sellers are having a difficult time applying the strategies that ‘internet marketers’ are teaching to their eBay business. It is likely that you understand that adding a blog, for example, is a good idea for your business – you’ve probably heard that many times… but do you understand the why? And, if you do… do you understand how to apply a blog to your current eBay business so that it grows what you already have going instead of starting over?
Auction Strategists: Planning for 2009
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Auction Strategists Newsletter
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1. Planning for 2009 – Less Than 2 Months Away!
2. Heads Up:
- 6 Keys To Getting More Email Results
- Holiday Toy Guide Weekly Updates Start THIS week
3. How to subscribe or Change your subscription status
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1. Thinking Ahead – Plans for 2009
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It’s November already… and before we get too into the Holiday Season, it is important to look ahead to the New Year. I know… I know… crazy – but, time flies and I guarantee if you take the time now to look ahead, it will be time well spent.
Some people like to get into great detail when they look ahead to the next year… I’m not one of those people. First of all, I just don’t have the time to plan every week out… but, more importantly, I have learned first hand, that things don’t always go as planned. Life happens… One of the beauties of working from home and having your own online business is that you are able to be flexible when life get’s in the way – besides… isn’t that why you have your own business? So life CAN get in the way? 
The best piece you can add to your plan for 2009 is flexibility. Start with an umbrella or high level plan for the year — think of 4-5 ways you want to grow your business or business goals and write them down. You could include things such as:
- find more inventory resources for reselling
- implement a plan for building a mailing list
- learn how to set up my own blog
- find blogs that I will regularly visit and comment on to become a part of the community and help establish myself in that particular market
- write a report to give away as incentive to join my mailing list
- increase ebay revenue by 20%
- add 2 new revenue streams
I could go on – but, you get the idea.
Fortune in Helping The Offline World
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Auction Strategists Newsletter
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1. Fortune in Helping The Offline World
2. Heads Up:
- Holiday Toy Guide weekly updates
- New Online Auction Expert
3. How to subscribe or Change your subscription status
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It’s MONDAY MADNESS…
This week… Monday Madness won’t cost a dime (again)!
Keep reading to find out more about this week’s Monday Madness… it’s the topic of the main article in this newsletter.
You can jump right to it by visiting www.helpofflinebiz.com and request your copy of this new ebook on the top left corner.
www.helpofflinebiz.com
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1. Helping The Offline World… YOU Can Do This!
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Do you understand the value of having a blog? Or… how to use an autoresponder to keep in touch with a mailing list you have created… or, the value of giving away a free report to build your reputation and drive traffic to your website or auctions?
These are simple internet marketing strategies that we have been discussing this past year… (If these ideas are new to you – I encourage you to browse through my blog a bit to learn about these revenue growing strategies www.jennihunt.com/blog)
Do you remember your ah-ha moment when you realized that you could comment on other blogs and leave a link to our auctions for more visitors?
There are many… MANY… businesses that don’t have a clue what is out there online. Even being an eBay seller – puts your leaps and bounds ahead of these businesses when it comes to the internet and technology.
5 Benefits of Outsourcing For Online Business Owners
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Auction Strategists Newsletter
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1. 5 Benefits of Outsourcing for Online Business Owners
2. Heads Up:
– Can I Pay You For Advice?
– F’ree-Ebooks Online: Resources For Your Mailing List
3. How to subscribe or Change your subscription status
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It’s MONDAY MADNESS…
This week… Monday Madness won’t cost a dime!
This ebook is put together by a few friends of mine and has some great information about how to get the most from your mailing list.
If you are building a list from your eBay customers and visitors you’ll want to take a look at this easy read…
No need to leave your email address… or your name… just go straight to the report:
http://www.free-ebooksonline.com/books/MakeMoneyFromYourList.pdf
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1. 5 Benefits of Outsourcing for Online Business Owners
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When you are in business for yourself, especially one that is conducted online like selling on eBay, you’ll find there are a number of different things for you to learn about that can save you time and make you money. Outsourcing is by far one of the more exciting things to discover and put to use.
All too common is the business owner who feels they have to do everything themselves in order for things to go smoothly in their online venture. This couldn’t be farther from the truth! Lately, we have covered a lot of ground about different ways to grow your eBay business. We have discussed using blogs to drive traffic to your auctions… and the value of a mailing list… how to use small reports to help build that mailing list… and more. But, a lot of these topics are new to eBay sellers and even though we have discussed them in some detail recently – many sellers don’t have the time to really figure out how to implement some of the new ideas they have. Outsourcing could be the key you are looking for…
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