posted on January 19, 2005 08:06:22 AM new
Just got one of those telemarketing calls from eBay. They are trying to promote eBay Stores and Gallery by offering a free 30 day free trial. I told the woman on the phone that because of eBays increase in store fees that are coming in February, I wouldn't be interested in using this service. Never used it before, don't intend to use it now that is going to be more expensive. Besides, my inventory is ever-changing and I sell mostly antiques and vintage items and I think that people who would benefit most from stores are those who have quantities of the same type items. Just one persons opinion, I welcome yours...
posted on January 19, 2005 08:13:17 AM new
Sure wish I got one of those calls. I have a lot to say to them. Greedy, greedy, greedy!!! No store for me! I do have customers ask about where they can see all the items I sell in one place since I don't have a store. There is a good gallery service out there that works on donations. Out of respect for Vendio, I won't say who it is. However, their gallery is fantastic and for a small donation each month it's fully customizable. It's funny the things I'm finding now that eBay has increased their fees. It's given me incentive to stop using the expensive services I've been using and to start patronizing the smaller guys out there.
Cheryl
"No drug, not even alcohol, causes the fundamental ills of society. If we're looking for the source of our troubles, we shouldn't test people for drugs, we should test them for stupidity, ignorance, greed and love of power." ~ P.J. O'Rourke
posted on January 19, 2005 09:05:09 AM new
Cheryl,
Would you mind emailing me at [email protected] and tell me a little more about the free gallery you have discovered? I sure would appreciate it.
Thanks!
Lynne
~ Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way, when you criticize them, you're a mile away and you have their shoes. ~
posted on January 19, 2005 09:12:48 AM new
Before VD came up with their GALLERY, I always used for MY auctions, an AUCTION GALLERY by the imaginative name of MAG
He is very responsive to any problems & very professional!
Donna know why I switched (http://tinyurl.com/5pmpc) I just ended up liking my VD better by a smidgen
Pricing is similiar...
VISIT: Ralphie's Eclectic Garden of Earthly Delights & Swedish Marital Aids here: http://tinyurl.com/3rd5a
posted on January 19, 2005 11:15:07 AM new
Cheryl, Sorry you have opened this door? Would you mind also sending me the name website address? Thanks
[email protected]
posted on January 19, 2005 12:38:47 PM new
my ebay store if fantastic. I sell enough to offset my fees and then some. Low insertion fee, now on major search engine and a great omniture ready out of how the store was found, what were they key words and more. The best thing going on ebay, especially for stock that does not move on auction. I love it!
posted on January 19, 2005 01:00:37 PM new
Stock that does not move on auction, really won't move in stores. I think some sellers are crazy to have their inventory tied up in eBay stores.
posted on January 19, 2005 01:23:02 PM new
Stock that does not move on auction, really won't move in stores. I think some sellers are crazy to have their inventory tied up in eBay stores.
I disagree, you have a chance of moving your inventory within 30 days where the auction fees would kill you. If you have 300 items or over (unless the items sell for big moola) even with a lower sell through rate you are better off in fees going with a store with the price increases. I would also say I think the stores will soon have a shoppping cart option. If E-Bay calls me I will tell them I won't re-open my store for another month untill I get new merchandise in. But your best bet is to increase the number of items you carry in your store and keep the auction listings down.
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posted on January 19, 2005 01:31:54 PM new
tomwiii
Right on the money. It's improved with a category feature now. Way better than it used to be. Even has a mini gallery.
Cheryl
"No drug, not even alcohol, causes the fundamental ills of society. If we're looking for the source of our troubles, we shouldn't test people for drugs, we should test them for stupidity, ignorance, greed and love of power." ~ P.J. O'Rourke
posted on January 20, 2005 02:10:34 PM new
E-Bay calls me today letting me know about the two for one promotion,I decided a nap was more important.
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