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@technsports
@technsports Жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time during your America trip & visiting us. My wife & I enjoyed your company so much and had a lot of fun. I hope this chat can be valuable to other Resellers the same way it has helped you and your business when you got back home. You are doing an awesome job and have made huge improvements already. We hope to see you again soon. This time without the death pile :o)
@fartsackjack7081
@fartsackjack7081 Жыл бұрын
like i said b4 ...i have been waiting for a new all star to pay attention too ..... cant wait to see more !!!!
@jrodriguez4145
@jrodriguez4145 Жыл бұрын
Great advice man thank you for this
@MTefera
@MTefera Жыл бұрын
Mel & Tech, Thank you!
@mrslehman3
@mrslehman3 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to do this video with Mal.
@ericbressi
@ericbressi Жыл бұрын
I’m going to challenge myself on multiple things to apply this changes.
@josephmartinez8828
@josephmartinez8828 Жыл бұрын
Running an ebay business is tough, but if I can do it anyone can. I drive an 18 wheel truck out for 3 weeks at a time. On my hometime I juggle being a good husband and grandfather along with taking enough pictures, bag and tag, to last 3 weeks until I come home again. It's rough driving 10 hours a day then trying to post 5-10 items a day. I'm hoping to be as successful as you Technsports and Mel! Ya'll inspire me to carry on!!!!
@Canuck_Gal
@Canuck_Gal Жыл бұрын
That is super impressive!!
@CallYourDaddy
@CallYourDaddy Жыл бұрын
I also drive a truck and help my gf run the eBay business, the great thing about being a truck driver you get to source all over the country while waiting to pick up or deliver a load… when my gf comes out for a week with me (we put store in vacation then) we are able to create our drafts without pictures until we get back… she runs the day to day operations and I help where I can! I hope to some day get off the road but we haven’t figured out how to get our daily sales up, from these videos we figured we just need to buy less items and better sell through rates, but we are content on sitting on items with our huge basement, but shooting for better sell through rates moving forward.
@Amy_Nicole_Sabas
@Amy_Nicole_Sabas 8 ай бұрын
how does that work for packing and shipping? do you have someone else fulfilling the actual orders while you're on the road?
@josephmartinez8828
@josephmartinez8828 8 ай бұрын
@Amy_Nicole_Sabas yes. When home I take pictures and measurements. While on the road I do the posting. My wife does the packaging and shipping. Teamwork makes the dream work ✨️
@raia9
@raia9 6 ай бұрын
@@josephmartinez8828 So you haul your inventory with you on the road?
@carynyingling4164
@carynyingling4164 Жыл бұрын
I wish I could hit the like button 1000 times!!! Thank you for filming such an informative and inspiring video! What a mentor you have in Technsports!!
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. Yes I’m very lucky to have Tech advising me and cheering me on but it’s my time to do the work. Only I can be the one to take the action. I have to do him proud 🩷
@michellecd4722
@michellecd4722 Жыл бұрын
This is a mega ripple effect though Mel, because as you push forward we push forward along with you :) This was great!!@@backfromburnout
@bonniehahn9574
@bonniehahn9574 Жыл бұрын
I have watched this video over 5 times because I felt like Tech was talking exactly to me as well. He laid it all out so well, I can’t thank you both enough!
@veronicablack7568
@veronicablack7568 Жыл бұрын
Same Here! I'm so Thankful for this Video!! ❤❤❤
@sharibrewster4153
@sharibrewster4153 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Mel and Tech for sharing with us. The secret to Tech's success is obvious and it is a challenge to apply it to our work and life in general. I realise how haphazard my own approach to reselling has been - now I have a clearcut method to follow. Seeing you sitting there Mel, so humble in admitting your own weaknesses, really touched my heart. After all you have been through this past year, please be kind and gentle with yourself. Change can come slowly and I am sure when 2024 arrives you will have everything running like clockwork. Great advice, Tech, for us all to take!
@michellecd4722
@michellecd4722 Жыл бұрын
@sharibrewster4153 I echo all these sentiments!! :)
@nancy92792
@nancy92792 Жыл бұрын
Tech hit it right on the head saying your inventory needs to at least meet your sales goal. I struggled with this when I first started. I'm part time and I wanted to do $2000-$3000 a month but one time I checked and my closet value was a little over $4000. That means I would have had to sell HALF of my inventory each month, completely unrealistic. Now I'm more mindful of the items I pick up, even if that means leaving "good" stuff behind that's not gonna sell for much or quickly. Great video and insight from both of you!
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Yes often we just get so focused on how many per day we should list without taking into consideration the value of those items.
@fantasmasnolaboratorio
@fantasmasnolaboratorio Жыл бұрын
Mel you're a super strong woman, for taking on this task where you expose yourself to saying that you're not happy with your business and a bit lost in such a PUPLIC way... but don't be so hard on yourself. You're doing what you can... according to your daily tasks/struggles/LIFE!! Advice is always good and amazing... just remeber that no one as your life, your children, your story, only you.
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I’m not afraid to share my ups and downs. It’s what makes me me. I have always been an over-sharer lol But honestly, it makes me so happy when I share my personal struggles and then it helps someone else who feels the same way. That makes it all worthwhile. We’re all in this together. None of us should ever feel embarrassed for struggling at times. Reselling is hard. Life is hard. And there are so many people who want to help if we would all just be brave enough to ask for it sometimes. 🩷
@DonPepilio
@DonPepilio Жыл бұрын
Tech deserves all the success he has had. He has helped so many people improve their business. Mel you are awesome and I know you will get everything sorted out and create the type of business that makes you happy and brings the cha-ching! 🤑
@MarylynBroomhall
@MarylynBroomhall Жыл бұрын
Mel, I feel your pain. One bite at a time, Sweetheart. Incredible video with down to earth, real advice. Loved your vulnerability and honesty.
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I'm getting there
@crystalcrespo5385
@crystalcrespo5385 Жыл бұрын
So glad that Tech let you film this.
@meganjordon
@meganjordon Жыл бұрын
This is possibly the best video you have ever launched Mel. I am so proud of you. You inspire me every day and I couldn't be happier for your success and progress. Keep hustling my friend, you've got this.
@TIM_in_DC
@TIM_in_DC Жыл бұрын
💯 agree 🎉
@KisnCozns51
@KisnCozns51 Жыл бұрын
ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS content!!! This is 100 STAR material!! Thanks Mel for being vulnerable and letting Tech evaluate your process. I learned so much! So, I'll be taking this reformatting journey with you! Looking forward to hearing your progress in making your business great!
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
It’s working and I’m doing the work to fix it
@johnroberts4984
@johnroberts4984 Жыл бұрын
Wow. All we need is Techs first vid and this to repair our Ebay store and life. Fantastic. Today I start with a plan and those Parameters. Thanks Mel, thanks Tech. This is the way.
@Aligray98
@Aligray98 7 ай бұрын
This is SO helpful! Mel, I was in this exact position two months ago. Everything you said was me. Two months ago I changed everything up and I am approaching it different and changing my mindset. Again, thank you for being so vulnerable. This was so helpful!
@carolelee571
@carolelee571 Жыл бұрын
Oh Mel, this was a gem of a video. So glad both of you were willing to share your conversation with U-Tube. Good stuff to apply to just about anything you do in life. You will get things turned around with your self-employment. I have been amazed how quickly you have started your turn around process. You are a hard-working lady. I am not a reseller, but maybe one day I will be.
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
I have good intentions and want to make life as simple for me as possible so I’ll do the work and make Tech proud :)
@shelleyocallaghan6260
@shelleyocallaghan6260 Жыл бұрын
Such good advice! I am trying really hard to apply the 'Only buy what fits your business model'. Takes so much discipline, but it works so well when I do. Great vid Mel and Tech!!!!
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
It’s honestly so hard to leave things under a certain metric when that’s what you have been used to. One of my biggest struggles
@michellecd4722
@michellecd4722 Жыл бұрын
I'm making a retail return after watching this! lol @@backfromburnout
@lisandrabefit
@lisandrabefit Жыл бұрын
OMG! Thanks so much for putting yourself out there by sharing your incredible honesty and vulnerability regarding your eBay business. And I absolutely love Tech's mild-mannered, humble, tough love approach in all his advice. GUUURL, I can't believe the number of times I stopped the video, and immediately went to apply some of the suggestions in cleaning up my eBay store and my cluttered office. 😭 I'll definitely be listening to this one over and over again. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! ❤❤❤
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for listening and commenting. I’m glad it was helpful to you and gave value. I hope it can motivate you to fix your only eBay business and get it running as smoothly as possible also.
@ddupy
@ddupy 11 ай бұрын
I have heard Tech have these conversations before in the group. Say the same exact things. For some weird, unexplained reason, him sitting there having that same conversation with Mel ON VIDEO seems to have more of an effect on me. It's like I'm not only just hearing how to do it, but I feel like I can actually SEE how to do it. Anyone else feel this way? It's crazy!
@AMBELLINA77
@AMBELLINA77 7 ай бұрын
I do! I feel like he showed me my work space in such a different light. So many widgets and do-dads are cluttering up my mind. And so many things I feel free to let go of because they don't serve any reasonable general business model.
@jorgegonzales5723
@jorgegonzales5723 4 ай бұрын
I just found and watched this video and man did that hit home. I am new to reselling and eBay. This my first year and have done amateur sales and eventually waould like to quit my 9-5 and do this full time. This videos has really opened my eyes and made me realize I have a lot of work and learning to do. Thank you both. Time to put pencil to paper and grind grind grind. And one day that I feel like I have accomplished my goal I want to pay it forward and help other beginner reseller. Best wishes to you both.
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout 4 ай бұрын
@@jorgegonzales5723 thank you! Best of luck with everything in your business and wishing you success ♥️
@Rapunzel122-s9w
@Rapunzel122-s9w Жыл бұрын
I watch this over and over because of the great advice you received from Tech. It applies to so many of us and I’m so thankful that you shared it with us. I’m scattered and have so many piles that are not listed and every week I can’t find at least 1 item that sold. I’ve put myself on a no buy hold and try to work daily on the punishment and at night I list. I have so many items it seems that I’ll never get it straightened out or listed. Thank you so very much both of you. Awesome video filled with a ton of information.
@tamarahcharter2822
@tamarahcharter2822 Жыл бұрын
“I feel like I’m giving a little bit to everything & nothing’s doing great”….I so FEEL you Mel….This was a BRILLIANT talk with Tech….THANKS for sharing Lovey….!!!!!❤️❤️❤️
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Yes! Thank you! Everything is so spread thin!
@MrSkull-tl5iv
@MrSkull-tl5iv Жыл бұрын
He’s a really good listener.
@c.d.epling3335
@c.d.epling3335 Жыл бұрын
I'm going to listen to this over and over! Thank you for taking the time to do this and for sharing such great information.
@sassybooklover5135
@sassybooklover5135 Жыл бұрын
I felt like this video was meant for me! Thank you so much for your honesty and vulnerability. Thank you, Tech, for sharing your wisdom.
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@jerryrichardson7265
@jerryrichardson7265 Жыл бұрын
I half to watch this video again and take notes,thanks Mel for sharing your own personal challenges with us.Great advice Tech. Best wishes!
@AR-fb6lw
@AR-fb6lw Жыл бұрын
This was the most spot on informative educational video on reselling I have heard in the past several years. It exemplifies everything I do wrong. At the same time has given me great clarity on a better direction. Also very impressed with how your guest allowed you to say all you wanted/needed to without interruption. Thank you so much for this invaluable video which I will without doubt listen to again until I get my business right. My thanks to you both!
@sorcererstan
@sorcererstan Жыл бұрын
Nice motivation. All sellers (and ALL entrepreneurs) need that talk every few months to stay on track
@jillfogg2892
@jillfogg2892 Жыл бұрын
I loved watching you pick books at the book fair, because you knew what books would sell for a lot and also sell fast. You know how to do this. You are an amazing photographer. Do your Listings and watch the money come in.
@rodmcgrath2503
@rodmcgrath2503 Жыл бұрын
This was so good - Mel he knows what he is doing and you'll be in good hands.... Great advice
@JennLloyd
@JennLloyd Жыл бұрын
Besides everything Tech said being dead on…!!! The most aha moment for me was when he says…”if you are getting results kids will respect that mom is at work and to respect that time”! Holy crap!! That hit me hard!!! Thank you for this ginormous wealth of information Mel & Tech!!! Like holy crap a wealth of knowledge for free in this phenomenal interview / lecture / seminar video!!! Damn! Tech!! Super wisdom to the max from you!!! Thank you a zillion times over for this info.!!! ❤❤❤❤
@broughttoyoubuy4590
@broughttoyoubuy4590 Жыл бұрын
I needed this interview, I do the exact same as you except I don't do books. The inner voice in my head sounds like technsports, but then I go ahead and source more, and I buy the items that are hard to list and then I never get to them. LOL I am not alone!!!!!!!! I hope you are able to apply the sound advice, and I am going to work on it myself. Thanks Again!
@KTTreasures
@KTTreasures Жыл бұрын
Very very proud to know you to have met you and to have seen this Mel! Technsports thank you for all the knowledge you share in the group and here now! Wow wow wow!
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
My pleasure!! Loved meeting you Kristie and Tim xxx
@ItSellsItself
@ItSellsItself Жыл бұрын
Hand on heart, that has got to be the best eBay advice I have ever heard!!! This guy has simplified everything I have put in the “too hard basket”. Thanks for sharing this Mel 😊
@sAriesFFF
@sAriesFFF Жыл бұрын
Mel - this has been the best video I have watched in years on any Reseller KZbin channel. I felt seen and called out and now also motivated as I ran the numbers as Tech spoke and took a reality kick to the butt. Here I am filling my store with listings just to get me to go away for a break when in reality I'm slowly killing it and myself as I realise how much I am making per item if it even sells. Thank you for uploading this chat.
@TheAbandonedAccount7
@TheAbandonedAccount7 Жыл бұрын
I have to list anything I can find. Not worried about the profit amount as long as its profit. Anyone who can pick and choose like that is clearly spoiled and doesn't know what its like to struggle to find inventory
@sAriesFFF
@sAriesFFF Жыл бұрын
@@TheAbandonedAccount7 That was my mindset too - but for how much time and effort I'm putting in - I may as well be working back in an office job killing my soul there than working non stop for very little return.
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
It’s really hard when inventory around you is sparse. I know I now travel to Sydney and surrounds to find better stock then what I can source locally. The more we expand our Rolodex of knowledge the more profitable items we can find. Keep going x
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Thank you I’m so glad it was relatable and you found value xxx
@dahub1127
@dahub1127 Жыл бұрын
This makes my top 10 reseller videos of all time. And that's not an easy feat. Well done Mel, and rock solid advice and direction from Tech. Props when props are due.
@brush412
@brush412 Жыл бұрын
I need to watch this a few times! So much value in an hour video!
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it! Yes it’s one of those videos every time you listen you will have another lightbulb moment
@dorsetbookbuyer8701
@dorsetbookbuyer8701 Жыл бұрын
I really need to take an hour to set down with a pen and paper and watch this again. So much information. Thank you so much Mel for sharing this video and to tech for sharing his knowledge and wisdom.
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! And you can save the video and keep coming back and watching every time you need that reminder (or slap lol).
@kkinion
@kkinion Жыл бұрын
I went through 100% of my death pile last week. If i wasnt excited to list it then i threw it in the lot box. Ive been selling the lots and am more excited to list because its all good stuff. :) it was alot of work but well worth it.
@karengreene1999
@karengreene1999 2 ай бұрын
I think this is the most educational video I’ve watched on my new eBay journey. I’d like to say which thing helped but it’s the whole pile of information that is in this video and I think I now see sourcing, inventory, business management one and on in a totally different way. I’m going to try all of this now before I get to buried in stuff and unhelpful practices. Thank you both for making this video!!
@Canuck_Gal
@Canuck_Gal Жыл бұрын
This was really good and informative Mel. I got a lot of take aways from this one, but one in particular that makes so much sense is to have items sorted and waiting in queue! I'm sort of like you in that I will go ahead and list what I know well, and toss aside time consuming items to "look up later" which of course translates to death pile! I have bins and bins of unlisted items and I'll often open a bin and cherry pick from it and move on to another bin of *fun/easy stuff* Not sure if I caught the message right, but I think I will grab a bin a day and just list it all no matter how long it takes and from there I will most definitely change my model to "I know I can make at least $20, therefore worth purchasing" and for the most part, skip the bread and butter time consuming stuff. Fantastic video Mel!
@TheAbandonedAccount7
@TheAbandonedAccount7 Жыл бұрын
Must be nice haha. I dont understand all these resellers who just have inventory lying around waiting to be listed. Im lucky if I have enough to even list 10 per day.
@Canuck_Gal
@Canuck_Gal Жыл бұрын
@@TheAbandonedAccount7 I strive to be you! In my case, I used to live in a much larger home and I had my basement set up to list like a well oiled machine. Problem is I downsized into a mobile home. I have no regrets about that, but now space is an issue with the prior inventory I had not lining up in neat little rows. I clearly need to get a grip and figure out work spaces that I don't have to tear down every single day! I don't need to source for quite awhile, and while I miss it tremendously, I need to get a hold on the mess I've gotten myself into! 😬
@sandrabentley8111
@sandrabentley8111 Жыл бұрын
No "grabbing bins and listing". Sort bin first to make sure those items in the bin fit your metric. That's the message I heard.😊
@Canuck_Gal
@Canuck_Gal Жыл бұрын
@@sandrabentley8111 I have a chuck it/donate box that I keep nearby when grabbing a bin. Hope that counts 😬 I keep thinking back to a video Chris did one time when someone said they didn't know where to start in their chaos and Chris said just turn around and grab one item and list it. I guess that's why I think just turn around and grab a bin and get er done! Lol
@Doing_It_Wrong
@Doing_It_Wrong Жыл бұрын
Tech is 100% right on a lot here. Find an antiquarian near you like the Commongrounds guy. Send them all your non-barcode and odd books.
@cyndi117us
@cyndi117us 2 күн бұрын
I know this played over a year ago, but I have found myself in this same position. Best advice I have heard on how to deal with what I created. We fresh out of the gate and were very overzealous and now we are completely overwhelmed with STUFF!
@sparkplugvintage-dh3do
@sparkplugvintage-dh3do Жыл бұрын
Great video! From what I’ve seen on social media I think you are very consistent & one of my favorite resellers to watch.
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Not always consistent especially with my listing but I’m working hard to fix this since I’ve been back and I’m enjoying sharing some of the behind the scenes over on Instagram 🩷
@TIM_in_DC
@TIM_in_DC Жыл бұрын
Mel: Great discussion. Many thanks 👏 I wish I could have given you 5 thumbs ups - well deserved. Best wishes on your new business model and metrics. You're a 🌟 Keep charging (smarter, not harder). We're rooting for you. You can do this!!
@anitahaviland3036
@anitahaviland3036 Жыл бұрын
You really planned for this trip incredibly well! You are serving top notch people!
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
I did meet and stay with the best people! I’m so grateful
@tracygarrett3952
@tracygarrett3952 Жыл бұрын
Awesome content that applies to people in any field or even running a home! That guy is a wealth of knowledge!
@Rapunzel122-s9w
@Rapunzel122-s9w Жыл бұрын
So glad I took the time today to watch you with Tech. I always appreciated his advice and him sharing his experience and insights with reselling. Both of you are amazing and I’m so happy you did this video with Tech. I learn from both of you and love all your videos. Thank you.
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Thanks. This mentoring session has changed my mindset and I’m making big changes now n
@tracees.treasuresWA
@tracees.treasuresWA Жыл бұрын
I can relate 100% Mel. I buy, I list some, I make a pile, & repeat. When I do go back I've forgotten what's there & how great some items are. My biggest hurdle now is not believing I could do this, make money & grow a business so I didn't put any procedures into place, no schedules & ad hoc storage systems. Now I'm starting on the punishment to clean things up & work a business as seriously as I did as an employee. Thanks Tech, thanks Mel, priceless reminders & kick in the butt! 😂😘😘
@casssmm
@casssmm Жыл бұрын
What a smart man Tech is. This is why he’s so successful. Amazing advice and thank you for sharing
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Our pleasure! Thanks for listening!
@helenbaxter9407
@helenbaxter9407 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. I've followed you for a while on insta but came over to KZbin to get you out on this video and the amount I have taken away from this is phenomenal (for example I'm implementing a weekly schedule -why I've never thought about that before I don't know!). Good luck with all your changes and improvement and thanks again!
@Ares_0926
@Ares_0926 Жыл бұрын
A book reseller I know in California used to do high volume books in ebay and Amazon. He had no interest in unscanable or low profit books. He didn't have an easy way to sell them by the palette. He would advertise a warehouse sale for a few weekends each year and sell a few hundred books each time for $1 each from all that excess that didn't meet his model.
@derrillwood2639
@derrillwood2639 11 ай бұрын
You both deserve a huge THANK YOU and appreciation for taking the time to provide a rewarding video for those of us who desire to become better resellers. Instruction about doing the necessary for a successful efficient business operation is so valuable for each of us wanting to begin a new direction for a new income adventure!
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout 11 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@jenmedved1692
@jenmedved1692 Жыл бұрын
Mel thank u for filming this so we can all learn from Tech in walking you through stuff. I have a similar juggling act & can relate so this is really helpful! So grateful for you both.
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
You can do it! Thank you for listening!
@kimnichols899
@kimnichols899 Жыл бұрын
"Uncertainty can never be successful" That one describes my life and why I don't have a successful business! The whole interview is a treasure. I'll be listening to that over and over until it sinks in You're going to pull yourself out of that "virus". Don't feel defeated ❤
@nickjohnson2480
@nickjohnson2480 Жыл бұрын
Great video! Huge fan of both of you!
@Jberrios7
@Jberrios7 Жыл бұрын
This is a great video. I’ve listened and watched tons of videos. Sometimes it’s just great to hear the same consistent advice over and over again. Now, the challenge is always applying what you know you should be doing. I appreciate you both so much. Thank you Tech & Mel!!
@KellyAnotherAdventure
@KellyAnotherAdventure Жыл бұрын
OMG this is amazing! I've only been taking the reselling (books) seriously a month or so as I work full time elsewhere but need a secondary source of income (though it'd be amazing if this becomes the main!) and this is such a great video! I'm working out of a small apartment so I really do need to be very careful about what I choose but I didn't know where to start. I've had a great time this last week culling "dead" inventory. I listened to the last video with Common Ground Finds where he mentioned about "monetising duds" and I really took that to heart. I'm getting customers who are thrilled about a great bargain in a large bundle but I'm getting a small amount of ££ to put towards better quality items. My shelves are looking much tidier and I'm much more excited about the things I'm picking up and working with. Having a plan as I move forwards is so helpful. Thank you both!!
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
I love this!!! Get a hold of it now before your business grows anymore and you will smash it. Good luck.
@KellyAnotherAdventure
@KellyAnotherAdventure Жыл бұрын
@@backfromburnout thanks for sharing so much of what you’ve learned so many of us benefit from that wisdom
@Tonystarkes888
@Tonystarkes888 10 ай бұрын
This was truly helpful 😮😮10/10 if I nod anymore to what tech is saying my head will come straight off. I haven't had a neck this sore since my head banging days in the 90s as a teenager 😂
@GinaDodd
@GinaDodd Жыл бұрын
This is good! Even for part-time, low number items stores like mine. I find it reassuring I what I am doing is not wrong, but it ok for where I am at and what I am able to do. Some good tips for now and in the future. Thank you 💪
@melissarobertson9113
@melissarobertson9113 Жыл бұрын
I'm saving this to watch whenever I need that little boost of motivation. Thanks Mel & Tech!!!
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Yes! Thank you!
@btackett2
@btackett2 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing and being vulnerable to help others. I think that a HUGE trap that resellers get caught up in is "free". We always have to remember there is no free, they all have a time cost and space cost. The amount of work spent listing something that will sell for 5 dollars in 6 months is the same amount as something that will sell for 40 in a week. Really great info (no shock there) we just have to be sure that when free comes to us we do not see it as "extra money" unless it really is.
@Apexflipper
@Apexflipper Жыл бұрын
Oh wow. Tech is so amazing to let you film and share
@justme_320
@justme_320 Жыл бұрын
Anybody else have a sudden urge to organize their workspace? lol the more he said "Punishment", the cleaner my area got!
@meganjordon
@meganjordon Жыл бұрын
lol me too
@lastchancevintage77
@lastchancevintage77 Жыл бұрын
Same 😂
@Lea_1113
@Lea_1113 Жыл бұрын
yes! My ebay rooms are an embarrasment of clutter!
@JimiHL
@JimiHL 9 ай бұрын
This information was so good for me. I am a great thrifter and a lazy lister. I have a backlog that I need to list. Too much money going out and not enough coming in, or "spending myself out of business." I really like the ABC pile thinking, as opposed to cherry picking. I am going to implement this concept. I will watch this video a few times until I memirize his advice. Also, thanks, Mel, for your honesty and vunerability. I can relate and it helps to hear both your issues and his advice.
@PaulApollonia
@PaulApollonia Жыл бұрын
Mel, Thank you for being Open, Honest and Transparent
@cole2404
@cole2404 Жыл бұрын
This was awesome Mel and Tech. Very motivating
@judyc7786
@judyc7786 Жыл бұрын
Your video with tech is invaluable to all of us trying to grow our business. Thanks Mel for all your videos 😊
@boldfinds
@boldfinds Жыл бұрын
This was fantastic! You can see it hitting home as Tech speaks. Thanks for sharing with us all!
@jimlloyd7459
@jimlloyd7459 Жыл бұрын
Great interview Mel....Tech is a brilliant business man .
@josephmartinez8828
@josephmartinez8828 Жыл бұрын
Love both you guys!!! I always learn. Thank you ❤
@mrslehman3
@mrslehman3 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant! Raw info everyone needs to run a clean business. Gosh, I have a lot of punishment coming my way! It's hard too when you only do this part-time. I feel like everything is a half finished project.
@deettetripp9227
@deettetripp9227 Жыл бұрын
Glad you Reached out, I had the same look you had, But Glad he said it just a Big Fat Reality Check!! Lots of Help in the Right direction. Get er Done Mel!
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Yes it really is thanks for listening
@mrs.donaldson8940
@mrs.donaldson8940 Жыл бұрын
Watched this twice already, and I'm certain I'll watch it again! So much useful information! Thank you Mel & Tech for making this awesome video!!!
@sarahbrown1929
@sarahbrown1929 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant stuff on working out your metrics. Your vulnerability, openness and receptiveness to receiving that information was very brave. I could see the anxiety and tightly sprung coil relax at the end with a plan. Minimalist living in business and outside was a eyeopener for me. I'm in a similar situation and only a beginner in the field but I'm going to do the 5 listing's and have already banned anything else coming in and will allocate more doom time to sorting . Great interview and your youtube content has improved also.. I respect that you don't use clickbait titles that are usually at someone elses expense. Love the mystery shaded mystery figures and no nonsense title's. Technsports still waiting for that Golden Ticket.. thank you for setting our Mel at ease and sharing your no nonsense plans with no arrogance..
@TalbotCountyPicker
@TalbotCountyPicker Жыл бұрын
This was exactly what I needed. Lots of great information. Thank you
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@TIM_in_DC
@TIM_in_DC Жыл бұрын
Hi Mel: An idea 💡 for future videos: Bloopers 🤣 at the ends. You have such a wonderful personality, I think they'd be an awesome addition
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
No bloopers in this one. I literally cut a few long pauses from my first five minutes as I was trying to gather my thoughts and I didn’t edit or cut Tech once. Straight raw video as it was. :)
@cindydragisic4739
@cindydragisic4739 Жыл бұрын
Mel, I feel the same way as you!! I am going to take Tech’s advice and apply it all aspects of my life!!! Let’s do this!!!
@bacoomba4843
@bacoomba4843 Жыл бұрын
Powerful conversation! Thank you for sharing!
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@nettwoel
@nettwoel Жыл бұрын
Thank you for so much wisdom. I appreciate the lady's honesty because I am facing a lot of the same issues. And he was so full of great advise. Thanks again!
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Thank you for listening and hope it can help you!
@MarkerMagic781
@MarkerMagic781 Жыл бұрын
Some of the best advice I have seen Tech give was spend 30 minutes a day for 30 days on researching brands in your niche. I am a week into the 30 for 30 and have doubled my thrift finds(15 items to finding 30 this week).🎉🎉🎉
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
This is amazing!
@carolc764
@carolc764 Жыл бұрын
Excellent! Thanks for putting this out there!
@idflipthat
@idflipthat Жыл бұрын
This was absolutely fantastic video! Thank you so much for sharing his insight on how Tech runs his business!
@jmac1814
@jmac1814 Жыл бұрын
Great video Mel thanks for posting I learned a lot in this video. I wish you much success. I know you can do it.❤❤
@sarahs5575
@sarahs5575 Жыл бұрын
So many gems! Thank you both for sharing this with us!
@jaycho2277
@jaycho2277 Жыл бұрын
no bs interview i love it alot of the advice Tech gave definitely works in different aspects of life not just in reselling 👍👍
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Boom! Simple systems in all areas of life will make life easier
@shannonmorrison457
@shannonmorrison457 Жыл бұрын
Mel, thank you for being so honest and this great interview with Tech:)
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
My pleasure! I hope it helps you if you need it and it gave value x
@FrugalFunMum
@FrugalFunMum 8 ай бұрын
This was a great interview. I'm not a reseller but I resonated a lot with what he said about having rules and getting organized! Thanks so much for sharing!
@brittanycurry7039
@brittanycurry7039 Жыл бұрын
So helpful. Thank you for making this video. I am right where you are now. Will be making a plan, cleaning up my mess and setting rules.
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! You can do it!
@lisasmith8721
@lisasmith8721 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Mel for making this video. Tech has such a great concrete way of explaining the process and I was floored by how it seemed like he was talking straight to me. From what I’ve experienced over the past several months it appears to me that many resellers have some form of attention deficit disorder including myself. It’s HARD to sit and concentrate on one task for long periods but that’s exactly what’s needed. I watched you’re body language and how you kept twisting yourself into a pretzel- you knew what he was talking about fit you exactly. I squirmed too believe me. But this has helped me immensely and I’m going to do what Tech says. I think it’s the only way to make a functioning business and not go crazy in the process! Thank you again Mel!
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Yes! It’s also easy when you work for yourself to not work to any rules. And easy to break any you do have because you’re the boss. We have to set the metrics and boundaries and stick to it.
@lisasmith8721
@lisasmith8721 Жыл бұрын
@@backfromburnout By the way- I love watching your videos!
@Pke6853
@Pke6853 Жыл бұрын
Every interview you have done has been terrific I have learnt so much. You are a fabulous human I know you will be successful you have the support and drive. Will be looking forward to the future. This is my number one channel .
@cindyroach9503
@cindyroach9503 Жыл бұрын
So many many truth bombs Not enough to watch this once or twice but will necessitate multiple replays I use Thrifters Scorecard for my inventory because it does provide the sell through info; your cost of goods all of the factors needed to make great business decisions and can be looked at by category I am in the process of culling now and niching down using that information. I am going to go now and finish rewatching this again. Truly love this Thank You Mel and Technosport!
@victoriabrown5587
@victoriabrown5587 Жыл бұрын
This is a keeper video. I save some of Chris's videos and listen to the calls that tech and chris do...this goes on the list to refer to! Thanks to both of you
@mariemitchell6625
@mariemitchell6625 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic video. I’m about to go full time and I’m super excited for this advice!
@yesmum2
@yesmum2 Жыл бұрын
Wow this is golden all of it. Thanks so much for posting this and Mel I have seen your progress!🎉
@hustysemporium6359
@hustysemporium6359 Жыл бұрын
Tech makes it sound so simple because the theory is simple, sometimes as resellers the organisation can go a bit wrong and that's so important to have it organised
@cynthiawells9295
@cynthiawells9295 Жыл бұрын
My favorite video yet! Such great content and the message resonates. Good job Mel!
@jroady79
@jroady79 Жыл бұрын
Mel, this is so good!! I learned so much. I felt like he was “yelling”/guiding me also ☺️
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Tech has a way of “speaking to the masses”. His methods are simple and relevant to both small sellers and large sellers and everything in between. X
@airheather
@airheather Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU SOOOOOO MUCH! This is infinitely helpful!!!
@backfromburnout
@backfromburnout Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped! It’s changed my life coming back and putting in the work!!
@PatDees
@PatDees Жыл бұрын
Ok finally got around to watching - nice chat Mel - enjoy listening to @technsports
@R33L_Love
@R33L_Love Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this with us Mel!
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