Overwhelmed by Your Death Pile?!? 6 Tips on LISTING YOUR DEATH PILE

[@jconklin86]

So I’m massively ADHD and I get overwhelmed extremely easily!! I went and bought bins!! I put everything into bins (10 bins 🤦‍♀️) which I will use for storing inventory anyway… and I pull one bin a week. I made a pact with myself not to go sourcing until I get through my 10 bins!! I’m 5 down and going strong!

[@mallorymusallam9588]

I have adhd and relate to the feeling of insurmountable overwhelm oh so much. Good for you for implementing boundaries !

[@Imitat1on]

Something I started doing is when I’m listing, I will list something new that I’m excited about, paired with a deathpile item that I’m perhaps not too excited about. It really helps to balance it out. ☺️ my goal in 2023 is to get totally caught up on mine and from there on never get more than 20 -40 items in standby moving forward.

[@Eclectista]

Great suggestion Katie! It resonates with me because it echoes one of the rules of organizing that I share with my clients, which is: one in, one out. I.e., if you suffer with too much stuff, if you buy something new, you have to part with something similar. The discipline of your one new, one old rule really appeals to me, as a part time reseller!!

[@tonyashaw4571]

I have been doing this as well. When I first started reselling I was purchasing Willy Nilly. Anything I found cheap and knew I could make money from, I’d buy it. This was before I realized I’m the type of reseller that needs to be excited about the item to want to put the work in. So now I know to be more selective but still have a lot of items with a lot of value! Something else I’ve just recently kicked into gear is selling my own personal items that I never go for. I’m keeping track and when that stuff sells I get to purchase something personal that I need. Like new shoes etc!

[@overtremendouslyblah]

Yes I do this too! I also recently took a break from writing new listings to focus on expanding to new platforms. I still made just as many sales as I did before I stopped creating new listings this month!

[@amberquibodeaux6717]

Hi Becky Park! I have a great idea for you and fellow reseller KZbin creators, use a gopro to show your listing routines, shipping routines, etc. It would be a phenomenal teaching tool as we would see first hand exactly how y'all do it! Atleast that's what I Wana see, we can listen all day but if we could see it in action that would be the best teaching tool!

[@VoidedMirror]

My best advice is to put on a Becky Park video while you're photographing, listing, organizing, even sourcing. She's the best motivator.

[@thegenxprof]

Admitting when I made a bad buy is my hardest death pile move. I don't want to acknowledge defeat! Congratulations on the move!!

[@KisnCozns51]

Had some family visit at Christmas which made me move my money pile. I boxed them up, labeled them and placed them in our garage. I had already started a "No Buy" time period until I get my money pile down to 1-2 bins, and think that keeping 1-2 is doable for times I can't get out to source, but will keep me busy. In the last few days, I've had people GIVE me items to sell, so now I have 2 trash bags full of items...of which I'm extremely thankful, but wowsa, I wish I has this all under control already so I could get busy listing them! LOL Bonus: Since I've purchased some of my inventory, I've lost enough weight that I've gone down 2 sizes! Now I'm purusing my money pile as I list and pre-shopping from it! Win for me!! Don't have to go out to get new clothes! HAHA! Blessings to all as you reduce your MONEY PILE!! ~Wendy

[@hag6842]

“Based off poor math skills and just generally not knowing what’s going on…” 😂😂😂 instant subscribe. I love it. This video is still helpful a year later. Thank ya ❤

[@kristinas2985]

I have a hard time stopping to source! Even though I have items at home it’s always that feeling of oh what if I don’t go thrift today and miss that one awesome item!!! Lol 😂

[@moniquerich5743]

Ditto! I feel like it could be my lucky day! haha!

[@HereatJodstas]

I am the same. Change your sentence what if someone in the world searching on eBay is looking after (say a teddy) I have and they need it and can’t find it. By listing this I can help them with their need….now what will you have time for shopping or listing? Let me know how you are going

[@luxedoll166]

I have been going through my death pile but cannot stop buying and frankly I feel my death pile is more than overwhelming , I like the idea of separating what to do with things that don’t excite me anymore and I have to admit I have never taken anything to a consignment store but it is probably a good way to get rid of things that don’t excite me anymore. I have to admit this scares me but also very rewarding.

[@DesertWashProspector]

...my death pile is two box trucks and 3 rooms... check out our gear on IG lol

[@Flymeonthebreeze]

I’ve done exactly what you’ve suggested. I’ve banned myself from buying since the middle of January, until I’ve listed everything in my death pile. Each week I make a goal, divide it by 7 days. I feel really productive, and it’s really nice to achieve a goal 👍

[@Mimi4justice]

Congrats on your new home !!! Never understood death piles . It’s such a waste of money . Early on , I made a commitment I would never thrift if everything I had wasn’t listed . It’s been 3 years and I don’t have even a death item lol !!!

[@pamwilson6717]

So much of mine is from others I need to go through🤦🏽‍♀️

[@alexandraliley9620]

Congratulations on the new home! You've motivated me to tackle my 300+ (estimate) pile🙂 I love that we will all be in it together, you're right, it's a loner's job which i normally love but the death pile needs a village, lol..

[@kristines.5348]

I have an insanely large death pile that I’m trying to chip away at. One thing I did was collect it all into one area so that as I make progress and add things to my listed inventory, I have a visual way to track my progress. I also organized my unlisted inventory by season so that I could prioritize the items that buyers are more likely to be looking for. I’m nearly done with my winter inventory (yay!) and will be ready to start listing for spring/summer by the end of February.

[@HereatJodstas]

I’m in Australia and have started doing international shipping. I’ve been selling lots overseas so just remember to list regardless of season as it’s summer in the USA but freezing winter here in Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺 atm. This is what I learnt from Technsports. The USA have so many good items we don’t get here so think about opening up your sales to international. I’ve just selected the USA Cananda and New Zealand as I’ve figured out what the postage rates with the satchels we have in Australia and weight limits (my brain works in Tetris). I have got heaps of buyers from Norway too. Great way to get rid of your deathpile by selling more too. Just because someone gives you something for free doesn’t mean you have to take it. Start practicing thank you for thinking of me at the moment I’m at capacity and don’t have space to put this. Next time you have something please don’t hesitate to ask me appreciate you thinking of me. That’s my challenge to myself. ❤ Jodie Here at Jodstas

[@islandgirlflair]

I’m here listing my death pile instead of thrifting and sourcing as I normally do on a Saturday. I also accepted a good but not great offer. I still made money and the item is out the door! I just thought of you and wanted to say Thanks for the motivation. ❤

[@HereatJodstas]

Well done, that’s another great tip make sure you are putting on offers on your listing most of my sales are from me sending offers.

[@therestylephile]

Love it! Something that helps motivate me is to move from loose piles to putting everything in bins, separating the items into things that go together, like dresses that will only look good on a mannequin, pants that can just be on a hanger, shoes, etc. It instantly makes me feel like it's much more do-able and gives me a sense of accomplishment, even if it's just moving things around a bit.

[@KisnCozns51]

I've done a bit of this too! It sure does help when taking photos!!

[@MountainStateResell]

SOOO EXCITED FOR THIS - My death pile is so overwhelming - I have done No Thrift January & I had already planned to do No Thrift February - Cannot wait to have a community to do this with

[@lozzieburger]

I’m a new subscriber. This video has come at just the right time for me! I have a giant Death Pile and not enough space to work in. Thanks to you, I’ll start with a basic rough count tomorrow and then make a plan. My biggest problems are items that I bought outside of my niche, that could be profitable but just seem too hard to list or too difficult to post. Also items that need cleaning or repairs.

[@HereatJodstas]

Set a time to do these. If they are worth fixing or repairing do it if not donate or trash. This is the new recording I have in my head now. Helps me with items I pick up now too. I think do I need another project do I have time is it worth the money to fix it.

[@toniapatnode5994]

I have committed to a a thrift less February. I hope to realistically get 200 item listed, my office set up, and my storage moved. It is aggressive goal for me as I work full-time as well. These are the steps I need to take as we are moving/downsizing into a our previous home which has been a rental. It is a lot for this old gal! 😊But I am excited and appreciative of this group.

[@shinobipanda2331]

My problem is that my death pile is generally consistent of items that I know will be difficult / stressful to list. I'm a bit of a perfectionist and I'm paranoid that if I list something and don't note every small flaw that I'll get an angry customer wanting a return 😭

[@amandawilcox9664]

That's totally my issue too! Items that need work or items that are going to be bulky to list wind up getting set aside for later, and later and later. And finally get listed after like 6 months.

[@HereatJodstas]

I’ve got such a big deathpile working out the math would be too crazy. Lately on my friend Jon the resellers discord group we discussed if it’s better to have listed something not perfect or waiting to list a perfect listing. Watching technsports I said what he says you can’t sell it if it’s not listed. I don’t pick up items that need to be a project this might help in the future. Make the project your project give yourself a deadline if it’s not gone by a certain time donate or bin it. To reduce my deathpile is to go through my items not selling and donating them so I have space to put new listings which is an issue if you list too much. I’ve gotten better at taking photos. Look at other listings and make sure you put everything you’ve noticed in the comments. Some items with issues buyers are willing to fix themselves and it’s their project now not yours. Good luck everyone I’m working on getting into my laundry where one of my deathpiles live.

[@TXLC7109]

Congrats on your new home, Becky! My death pile is out of control. Will be following your lead. Thank you!!!!!

[@stephaniemejia4324]

The giving your credit card away idea is brilliant! I gave mine to my husband. Of course after I doubled up on savings on Goodwills customer appreciation day and used my Birthday month 25% off discount. I'm chipping away at my death pile and will get me CC back when I sell a certain number of items.

[@amandagard284]

congrats on your new home. This video called me out for sure. I have work to do and I need to stop sourcing for a while. Great tips.

[@veronicacollopy8798]

Looking forward to thriftless February!!!

[@thecapecodder]

I hope you do another listing challenge!! I am so new to creating content here in reseller land and see so many amazing people! Only way I can do my deathpile is if I leave the pile in one room and bring ONE item to where I list.. if I look at the whole pile I get overwhelmed!

[@Tania_VolverVintage]

Challenge accepted! I for sure fall into the trap of "Organizing" and I just end up with an organized death pile instead of listed items! Let's do this! 🙌

[@HereatJodstas]

I did organise my deathlile too but now it’s easier for me to pull a box and list that rather than waste time sorting through it. Makes it easier to work out what to list too

[@KatisonYoutube]

I've had so much guilt about all the items I've collected & not listed. You made me feel normal, now I can set realistic goals for myself. I also work a full time job aside form reselling. I'm more optimistic that I can get this stuff up now. Thank you!

[@statuscheck5861]

I’m watching this because I’ve learned a lot from you and this is your next video. Not because of some sort of huge ‘death pile’. Not everyone has that to manage. I’m also doing this on the side and my resell inventory is mostly from my household. Selling is a way to recoup some of that original cost of household decor and clothes. But goodness it’s hard to pass by items I can flip for a profit, lol! My unlisted items always fit in two laundry baskets. I’m here to learn, not to be generalized with hoarder resellers or those that deal with a regular larger amount of inventory. My current 746 listed inventory is contained to a large hall closet, mostly small ship able items. If I were to expand I’d have to get an off site location for inventory storage. It’s a blessing to have a whole room and or basement to be able to scale the way you and so many other resellers have. Many sales to you.

[@faithfulrachel]

Yes... I do have a deathpile. Thank you for the wonderful tips.

[@peglanglois8343]

Happy New Home and I have spent the past few weeks going through all of my inventory and donating the items that have been listed for a long time with no interest. Reorganizing has helped me get the energy to list 5 things each day. Sometimes more but 5 is the goal. ✌️

[@jessicasalinas207]

Congrats on the house! 😊💕👏 I have several death piles in different spots throughout my house. I’m working on them right now.

[@norafraser1238]

I'm very excited about this.

[@hiddentreasureskc]

Great information Becky! Thanks for sharing.

[@ResaleDojo]

I love resellers with death piles. They are great to source from when they want to purge lol

[@jaclynrrose]

This is so timely! I just told my partner that I wasn’t going to thrift until I tackled my listing and it’s not even a death pile it’s all from the last two weeks because the thrifts have been fire. The FOMO is so real but I don’t want to lose the joy of reselling because of the anxiety of the amount I have to list. So no shopping (😢) until it’s done. I loved these tips so much and I’m looking forward to the challenge! Thank you!

[@tracyplummer2545]

I'm not sure how long to keep something that is listed but not selling. I am just a hobby reseller and don't have a lot of room. my oldest items right now are coming up on 2 years old.

[@pearlsdaughter104]

Congrats on the new house! Tips for unlisted death pile: I hang everything up on the rack. I take 15 minutes or so and take one shot of each item thru PM app so that it starts a draft. I draft about 20 and then go and measure each... then photograph each, etc. Batch work!

[@tatianahemrich6789]

I like the idea of getting the drafts started that way!

[@amandawilcox9664]

Batch work always helps me! I fill up a rack and steam all the items, then I try to list at least 5 similar items at a time. So 5 pairs of shoes, 5 purses, 5 pairs of jeans. When I'm in a groove listing a certain type of item it goes a lot faster for me!

[@JerseyGirlThrifters]

THat is a great idea!

[@moniquerich5743]

I've seen many resellers on YT using this same method. I think it's great! Batch work is awesome!

[@shannonbradley4699]

Congratulations, Becky! My death pile is out of control as I am FINALLY recovering from a nasty bout of Covid.

[@mbjarboe]

I accept donations from my daughters soccer team and I list all of it for the teams fundraiser! I take a small percentage for my time and supplies but my problem is I get 2-3 bags a night at practice!! Sometimes 3-4! I’m overwhelmed and way overloaded so I spend my time listing that verses my own thrifted or donated items from family!!

[@dianawong3852]

Congratulations on the new house!!🥳🎉🎉 I stopped purchasing since I will be moving in 2 and a half months. I also have a small death pile to go through. I'll shop again after I get through my death pile. I took a whole month off of listing on eBay too, so I need to get the ball rolling again.

[@marcialewis2701]

So excited to join in… I need it badly!

[@TrueFan4EverBACK]

Great tips! I definitely have not sourced anything this month. A thrift store is like less than 10 minutes away from my place but I refuse to go until I make a certain amount of profit.

[@paulakurtz2702]

Hi Becky! Congratulations on the new house! I’m so glad you are doing this challenge! I go through bouts of being “consistent” in listing, then something comes up that throws me off course and I get frustrated. I’ve been on Poshmark for 3+ years, but in January I started crosslisting to eBay and Grailed. Poshmark has been so unreliable, so I figured why not 🤷🏻‍♀️. Looking forward to making some much needed progress in February!!

[@mercedesbee6582]

I can't relate to this one at all. 1- I'm usually running out of inventory. 2- I don't understand how one can create , research, photograph,edit 9 listings from scratch in 1 hour. Congrats on your home, though!

[@tparker2253]

I’m sooo late😂 just watched this video so signed up today in hopes of finding some helpful resources for motivation. I’m so excited to see the listing calendar for the year, that will help me out a lot! I’m too late for the challenge but going to join the FB group for accountability! Thanks Becky!

[@denisegruber7527]

I was so proud! I worked hard and listed a lot of my death pile on Jan 16th when I was off my job. I also have a 1 year old and 6 year old, so time is everything! I have maybe a maximum of 50 items to list yet. I l take batch photos, and it works so well. I know that if I take the photos, I will list the items throughout the week. This is also so good to know what your picking up! Some of my items I think " why" did I pick this up and do better thrifting in the future. I'm joining this challenge!!

[@edielott1901]

Happy to be a part of this challenge! I stared on my death pile earlier this month. Found I had items that I purchased as far back as 12/2020. 🙄. (Thank goodness they were from the GW $1 days. ).

[@TheCozyShire]

I did a “Death to the Death Pile” series last year on my channel. It was a good time, but of course I have a new death pile. Lol it is, however, much more organized this time around. 😂

[@HereatJodstas]

Cool I will check out your channel I’ve just subscribed to you ❤

[@gaylebartlett4631]

I need this video!!! I have a "high end" death pile... not sure why I sit on it, but I do.

[@cynthiagraham9354]

My issue is that I have items that were donated to me but brands that are are unknown to me. The research is the tedious time consuming part. But taking pictures of several pieces then researching might be the best way to go. I have found spots on some of it and then get distracted to clean them before moving on to the next item. My goal is to make some changes and just get through it.

[@juliecueva7297]

Congratulations on selling your house! Also on your new house 😊❤! Also THANK YOU for this video! Blessings to you and your family 😊❤

[@lenamartrin2898]

Love your you tube shows . Just confused on why I can’t get my yearly report downloaded . Does Poshmark send tax forms?

[@pamwilson6717]

I actually pretend to thrift from my death pile☺️So many times I don’t even remember when where WHY I bought something 🤪I want to do this challenge but heading to Florida for a couple…

[@katrinamurray1001]

Congratulations on your new home

[@dwfinds3030]

Sadly new purchases I actually get listed and usually more valuable. Agree need to stop looking the probably I ran into was during yardsale season I got so much for next to nothing and now profit of only 8-10 item seem less worth it. Ive tried to 1st step take out trash items 2nd separate by season what needs to get out now (with only so many listings a day) and 3 get in valuable items. I can get in 15-20 daily but stuff being all over the place in piles get overwhelming. Also trying to list similar items same time speed things up like put all my jeans together.

[@deniseb7370]

Congrats on your new home! I’m doing a “no buy” in February…I probably have 200-250 items to list 😆. It will be feel good to get some space freed up in my house. Good luck with packing/moving! 😀

[@christy3822]

I look at it and it all seems "boring". I feel like it's not going to being any money in, but I spent money on it so I don't want to give it back to the goodwill. I have an entire garage full of stuff and I'm super overwhelmed

[@lornastraughn7039]

Christy, one box at a time. You got this!

[@tomikles5231]

Fun new quick 🎵 song..nice. good to hear. Sign me up, yay prizes. I just listed 3 items...feels great. 🤩

[@Leigh1968]

I am home need to put away all my winter items. Save them for next year and start taking out my spring and summer. Hopefully that will motivate me

[@CeceliaTheDiva]

Congrats on the house! I think my issue is trying to think up what to say about something. My descriptions seem robotic to me.

[@TheCozyShire]

For me, I have a basic layout for every item. I don’t tell a story, I lay out the facts almost like bullet points. It’s like describing the item to someone who can’t see it. -blue in color -long sleeves -v-neck Etc., etc., etc.

[@amandawilcox9664]

The hardest part of tackling my death pile are definitely the problem items. Certain items get set aside because they have some sort of issue. Maybe it's a stack of purses that all need the interior's cleaned, or shoes that I need to take a magic eraser to, or maybe it's a bunch of sweaters that I need to sweater shave, or electronics that need to be tested or just items that are bulky and a pain to list or ship... Those items always wind up getting pushed aside and if I just made myself do the work I could get them listed. I have like 12 great purses that need interiors cleaned and I keep putting it off.

[@rachellatty903]

Such great tips, just what I needed 😊

[@susananoriega6415]

Hi what app is good to resell teenegers clothes? Ty

[@MonarchAlley]

I’m so excited for this!! 🎉❤

[@Oldsoles2]

I had a thriftless Jan. I have been using a bins sorting method for donation ect. This month has made me acutely aware of the importance of choosing sellable items when thrifting. Thanks for putting this in managable bites. Now to get listing. How do i find your FB group? congrats on the move

[@user-ms6rm1fc9x]

My death pile is as big as Mt Everest

[@michellebrickner9307]

Last year my husband talked about getting a new job, which would have meant moving. We didn't know when that would be, but I didn't want to be overwhelmed when it did happen, so I focused on my already listed inventory first. I was running sales, relisting, taking better pictures, and purging before focusing on the death pile. Of course after four months of this, my husband changed his mind. 😫😂

[@heyitsmisskim]

Hi Becky! Love your stuff. When it comes to listing on eBay, do you find that having more recommended specifics about your listing, the higher your sales?

[@samanthadarbonne4736]

I wish I had a death pile. I’m struggling to find enough inventory for my 5 listings per day goal.

[@cnunesoregon]

Same here. I wish I had enough to even have a death pile.

[@cassandraknight8804]

Interesting.

[@sarahgallazzi7870]

You guys don’t have goodwill outlets nearby? I always find 60+ items when I spend the day there 😅

[@samanthadarbonne4736]

@@sarahgallazzi7870 I do but mine is very small and half the time I leave with nothing. I’m pretty picky with my asp.

[@glendaroy8707]

Great tips

[@tinamarino6581]

Sign me up please !!!

[@kt68866]

Um. Is there anyone else who watched this and had a small breakdown over her generous 2 hour estimate or am i just super slow at this?

[@angelalittle7522]

My Death pile is horrible. My goal is no more pickups until I get everything listed. It may be summer before I can source again 😂

[@hankster4071]

DITTO!!!!

[@BrookeUchytil]

My death pile needs to be cleaned out of my spare room. Due to I’m pregnant and need it. My goal is to not go sourcing until it’s listed and put into the inventory system 😅

[@brunomclovin8413]

Congratulations on your new home! Question when does it go from a pile you need to get listed to a death pile ?

[@TheCozyShire]

I think a lot of people use the term “death pile” to describe items that have flaws or they aren’t particularly interested in listing. I tend to call mine more of a “money pile” because I have the motivation, I just lack the time and keep chipping away at it.

[@babettelehew2569]

I don’t have a death pile. I didn’t buy anything in the month of January.

[@kathrynconard2905]

Are you going to do some whatnot shows?

[@SiriusReality]

1) Know the extent of your death pile 2) Stop sourcing 3) Set listing goals 4) Schedule time 5) Accountability 6) Start listing

[@bbpjohnson]

Came across this video by accident and it seemed interesting but I have no idea what a "death pile" is? 😬🤷🏻‍♀️

[@pamprier4710]

@Bethany Johnson All of your inventory that you haven't yet listed.

[@CurliesCuriosites]

I just saw a video with someone selling on Instagram 🤔 might be another platform for you to cross post

[@ladettea1qaanderson908]

I don’t have a death pile I have a money pile

[@factbasedreality]

I have a death pile and a bill pile - sounds like I need to get to work!

[@dirtisbetterthandiamonds]

I have (21) 27-gallon totes of curated clothing and I call it my profit piles Lol. Try to change your mindset first and it will be more enjoyable. A death pile sounds like stuff you know you aren't going to profit on so why list it? That's where the depression creeps in, when you realize the items really aren't worth the time or effort and that's why you aren't excited about listing. Gotta get better product and be happy to sell it to someone.

[@thesoundofeverything8023]

3000😮😂