Starting on eBay as a BEGINNER - What I Would Do Differently if I Were Starting Over on eBay TODAY!

[@RVincents]

AMEN!!! Do your own research and find your niche!!!

[@lindaglass3118]

I watch constantly but comment rarely :) - First off, I've watched you for years. One of the first tips (and BEST tip) I learned from you, was how to fold and ship jeans...it may seem like a small thing, but hat was HUGE for me! So thank you, thank you! Also I wanted to add that, you are almost the ONLY person I watch that doesn't have a big, huge intro (animation, music, etc) before you get started on your video. I LOVE THIS!! As you know, time is precious when it comes to reselling. For your videos, I can launch the video and I know you will hit the ground running.

[@maureendoherty4424]

THIS

[@asianflygal]

Me too. I just always remember she said “ hey, if it fits, it ships!” 😂😂😂👌👌

[@keith9240]

Yes, one of the important reasons why I am a subscriber.

[@amandagomez4484]

I love this comment 100%! Keepin it simple and straight to the point👌🏼

[@stephaniemattix4978]

I too have had lots of low ball offers and have stopped accepting offers. Okay you’ve made me see the wisdom of starting accepting offers again.

[@sanchezhandymen3444]

Great Job on this video, love your no non-sense advise. Kudos to you!

[@kenthomas8114]

One of the Best as well as most Helpful Videos I have ever seen on starting out selling on eBay. I sincerely THANK YOU!

[@reforgedcriterion1471]

So many good points here. 9 times out of 10 a countertop looks way better than a light box. I need a new phone xD my old Samsung s6 is starting to show its age, still does the job though. Description reminds me of our old GeoCities accounts.. how we loaded those websites with flashy things we found all over the internet "because everyone else had them" Pages within pages.. and it only worked with my screen resolution, and looked way off for anyone else.. Got a lowball offer the other day.. countered with a decent one.. they declined.. a few hours later the item sold twice for full price. If I started over I wouldn't touch returned items pallets/boxes--the only person making money in that business is the liquidator!!! Thanks Lindey!!!

[@faizulhassan8681]

Thank you for taking time out and dropping free knowledge for us begineers really appreciate it!

[@crystalabilez531]

Thanku, finally someone whose sincere 🙌 & practical when it comes to reselling!!!

[@kyleMcf]

the backgrounds u are useing is put u on legendary status thats so simple yet has a huge impact awesome thank you so much mrs Glenn

[@michellewright9495]

Wow. So on the mark! Especially when she talks about the death pile! Great understanding of how that happens. ( not just me, yay)! Lol!

[@mcsus7823]

Amazing list! Great advice! Even better presentation!!! Love that your tone and words don’t feel overwhelming or like we r listening to a know it all. You sound experienced and wise but not better than. U r def helping the real regular person.

[@VintagePrincess27]

My house is a death pile 😣 I have an entire shabby cottage shop worth of items to sell. Thank you for the great videos. 💟

[@troymattingly3071]

After benefitting from this channel, time and again, I finally subscribed. Thank you!💯

[@humptydumpty9167]

Thank you sooo much for this video! JUST WHAT I NEEDED TO LEARN! I just happened upon you as I am in the learning phase. People like you need to be commended BIG TIME for saving us newbies so much money, frustration, confusion...etc.! I appreciate you for doing this for me & others! Your time is valuable and spread thin yet you gave from your heart...You are a special person as I can attest that not many other sellers would have done this....I know, as I have been trying to learn for a LONG time. Too long...as I tend to overdo that with everything! I also talk too much! I subscribed to your channel and will put you at the top of my list as you just hit the target of what I should have learned in the beginning! Luckily, I already have the equipment you recommended. Thanks a million for being you & blessed to have met you!

[@1104224]

My day job is listing refurbished computers on eBay. We do around $40,000 per month. Our photo booth is a piece of heavy white canvas that we got for free, 2 clip lights with paper taped over them as diffusers, and a broken LED TV that had the screen removed so all it does is illuminate the backlight. Every picture is either taken there or on a piece of scrap paper. She pretty much just read my job description in this video.

[@jodiredler7469]

All excellent advice! I was at a thrift recently and found a pair of pants with the price tag of $500--it's called Lafayette New York. The store had them priced at $88--if I'd bought them I'd have just broken even. I went back on 75% off pants day--and yes, those pants were still there. I bought them and would up selling them for around $80

[@kathrynkij5979]

I just started selling a couple weeks ago and I’m so glad I found you, because nobody else gives the advice you do and just implementing a couple of your tips is making my sales go up in just a couple days. I think I’m so overwhelmed is because I’m using eBay to declutter our hoarded house, so my whole house is a death pile. 😂😂😂😂

[@lucysnowe31]

That's so great! I just listed my first items yesterday. Felt totally nervous but excited too. It's awesome to have videos like this to help newbies like us! Best to you!

[@kathrynkij5979]

@@lucysnowe31 awesome! Way to go!

[@Leigh1968]

That’s how I started. You’re smart

[@boostermoongazer]

this is my second video ive watched trying to learn ebay and BOTH channels said the same about filming the items. SUPER GOOD to know!! Thank you!

[@debraquinto2328]

Thank you so much! great video I learned a lot from you today, I was going to buy fancy lights, Etc. I bought a white board from the dollar tree and it works great. I also take my pictures in my backyard has lots of natural lights and my pictures looks great 👍 ❤️

[@katisugarbaker7349]

Wow. Thanks. I never realized that some people have so much emotional behaviors selling on eBay. The low ball offers reaction and the death piles. I’ve never had those reactions, but I appreciate being enlightened about that. It sure helps me understand my friend I thought was just hoarding and the furniture painters who go nuts on Facebook pages when they get low-balled. I realize it’s not just them. Lots of people who sell things. What I never understood about the furniture painters is why they’d get raging over being low-balled but would brag when they successfully low-balled someone else to get a piece of furniture to paint. And if I asked, I was screeched at in incomprehensible gibberish and then kicked out. I guess emotion has become more important than reason in many places. I’m glad you saw that it was hurting you. You’re such an excellent teacher now. One of the top 5 YouTubing resellers I’ve come across. Thanks.

[@barbaradeckert9642]

Omg u mafe me feel soooo much better! Knowing I'm not alone with my frustrations. U answered all my questions and I'm ready to reorganize and start again. Thanks ur amazing

[@klandersen42]

Lindey, THANK YOU for mentioning the long detailed descriptions being UNNECESSARY. Several years ago it would drive me crazy seeing every seller's return policies, shipping policies, personal reselling history, multiple reminders to check out their other "auctions" at the time Ebay was mostly just auctions as they were just starting to make fixed price listings available. I didn't want to read any of that stuff and often would just skim it to see if there was anything really needed. Usually there wasn't. Most sellers would make the mistake of making their descriptions SO detailed with their policies that there was not much of an item description in their item description. Now days you are lucky if a seller puts anything there at all.

[@sweettina2]

Exactly! In the description it will say any issues would be listed "here", but they have everything BUT the issues listed.

[@nwajules]

Thank you. I have watched several of these vids about starting eBay and yours is the most genuine and practical. ✌🏽

[@reforgedcriterion1471]

Procrastination in general is a barrier to success. My main reason for selling is because it's something I physically can do since I broke my back. I've been putting off so many projects, so many things that have gotten worse and worse. My roof leaking, nature taking over my back yard, my cars all breaking down, needing firewood for the winter.. these things don't go away on their own, and they are all things I loved doing before I broke my back, but in my head I still thought I could do them but years went by and they never got done... There came a point when I decided that I had to find something I could do to make money that worked around my disabilities so I started ebaying. Having quality lots of items show up at my door is a far better option for me than going out and hunting deals (although when I find the right one I'll endure about anything to chase down a few thousand dollars) Along the way I've found some items I can buy in bulk and sell all day in smaller quantities without even getting into wholesale. I've cleaned out estate sales, tried auctions, bought pallets and along the way I found that I really do enjoy this game. Funny thing is this is pretty close to what I would do for years after my injury, playing video games where I'd dominate the auction houses buying and selling and eventually becoming one of the richest people.. Now I just need to do that in real life.

[@peaceofmind18]

Congratulations

[@mandosniper01]

I've been using a poster board from day one. Winning.

[@madelynlambert9182]

Me too! Just bought 2 new white and black ones about 2 hours ago! Works great for me!💯💯

[@kevinmalone3210]

I was selling banknotes and coins on ebay back in 2002 and later, but was using a scanner to create images. Having the ebay app, and just using your cell phone to take and transfer your photos to your ebay listing makes it so much easier and faster. The info you're giving out in your videos about selling on ebay is very good. Some of the best I found. Pehaps you should write a book about becoming a successful ebay seller.

[@kimmywimmy7305]

My death piles started years before I actually started selling on eBay 😂

[@wildman0228]

LOL, I actually was about to say the same thing! OMG ! I just realized that my procrastination in starting this business, is I see all my stuff as a "death pile". Just gotta get started! Her great videos are helping!

[@HustleMagnets]

You are now my new ebay coach....

[@billcoombs273]

Lindsey - I got the distinct impression that you were starring at me when you were talking about “death piles”. Like your videos.

[@JacksMomPat]

Hi Lindey, you are so right about responding to offers not just declining. At first it might feel like an insult, but any activity is good activity. Always counter offer! 😀👍Pat

[@anamanaghan821]

Wow! Amazing video I’m new thank you Lindsey keep sharing Need a teacher like you!🤑🥰

[@the1rawdawg]

And the 2 clamp lights I have is what I will use. Here I was trying to figure out what lights I would use. Thanks. Great advice!

[@22kcoop]

Everything in this vid is spot on!!!!! I have been off and on reselling for years and have made so many of these mistakes! My house is a death pile rught now (watchin vids to get motivated!) Totally agree re the poster board! I have wood patterned on from michaels and the science project white backboard (idk what tech name is)...i do have lighting kit and mannequin...i need lighting kit bc of where i work (horrible natural light) plus i do lots of pics in evening....BUT totally. Ot necessary for beginners....backdrop even with pvc stand was too much work (i have done kt all! Lol)

[@cari1271]

Not you, but alot of resellers are telling newbies to use expensive camera equipment and lighting and backdrops for pics. I just saw them doing it in there tutorials. The tutorials for new sellers. after I saw that I researched it and there are a ton of experienced resellers teaching that you need good high money items. I couldn't believe it. Now I don't know if they do it to try and get you out of the mix but thank goodness I saw your video. I really would have thought I needed all that before I sell anything. If you don't know any better you can make that mistake easy with them telling you to do it. Thanks for your videos.

[@elizabethparkhurst2824]

You saved me @)$$$$$ 20.00 yesterday!!! I put boxes in those priority bubble bags! Thank you!!!!! Love all this advice especially to trust ourselves!!

[@raquelb731]

100 percent correct! I’m starting on my death piles. I started listing and that’s why I’m up late lol

[@mariedimuro5131]

Very helpful thank you so much as I’m just getting ready to start my eBay

[@MariaMeditates]

Good luck on your journey. It's work but it can be a lot of fun also!

[@shuny.9451]

Thanks as always for the great tips! I am new and I actually taped 2 pieces of typing paper together with clear box tape and then use scotch tape to tape it to my kitchen cabinet and take pictures there, lol. It gives me the white space and it works! There is natural light in there but if the lighting is off, I use an old cell phone for the flashlight feature to remove shadows or brighten a pic. I'm not buying anything extra if it isn't necessary lol!

[@KimsKloset2022]

Thank you! This was very helpful!

[@flamarjr2000]

Great video! I’m really glad to see your channel has grown! You deserve it because you deliver exceptional content!

[@LindeyGlenn]

Thank you so much! ☺️

[@esmelovesvintage]

I've been reselling online for almost 2 years now and still don't have the fancy lighting system, many times feel guilty, but wow, you've made my day. Thank you, Lindey!

[@bettydarling2445]

I don’t either! I still get glare from my lights, but found that I zoom in on the phone and it is better. I have a cheap ring light for my phone that needs batteries. About $3 clearance at Walmart. Keep meaning to try that

[@JJsAttic]

Your amazing I love how you kept it simple you have a new subscriber

[@sphynxkittens5894]

Excellent advice! Extremely helpful. You re-inspired me. I will now jump back into selling on ebay. Thank you

[@AlauriaAB]

I watched your video about creating fast ads and it's been a game changer. Now I use "sell similar" more often and I often create 15-20 drafts at a time then go picture-crazy the next afternoon. Done. Thank you for sharing your advice and experience with us! I found you through Hairy Tornado's Q&A ❤️

[@corpsefenn]

I got a fancy lighting set up from a yard sale it was $1 it's a ring light that holds my phone.

[@Demolition2024]

My worst experience when starting out was watching TV auction shows. Next thing you know I bought a huge 800 dollar shed full of 500 cases and a few other items. Turned out each case contained 10 new baby washing tubs due to start selling in Walmart. I then made contact with a company in New York that sold baby products around the world and they said they would pay for shipping if I sold them at a buck a bucket. After transporting 5000 baby buckets to my house and filling up my mothers garage, I was ready for the semi truck to arrive. And then it happened, the man in New York made contact with the original creator and found out the buckets had a defect. The deal fell threw, any websites that promoted the buckets were dumped and I spent a week taking buckets to the dump. The remaining items barely made my money back but talk about a hard lesson!

[@raquelb731]

Yes! You are so correct! Just use your phone and white cardboard

[@MayditaVanessa]

Omg you had me cracking up with the death pile, shopping high & anxiety. That is sooooo me. I’m working on it!

[@djphilly44]

Great video! You were speaking directly to me. Every point was tremendous advice to me as a beginner seller. I will definitely benefit from your tips. Thanks!!

[@eyelettdreamsreseller3184]

Super-good video Lindsey! Very helpful information, thank you. 😃💐

[@healthychocolatenews]

This was very neat to hear you talk about so many different things I wonder about and also it's a How to Improve and I laughed a lot with you, Thank you! Your AWESOME!

[@simiyutube]

Excellent! Thanks Lindsey ❤

[@ivangies6314]

Thank you for all your great info. I,m new to E-Bay selling (6 months) and learning new ideas everyday !!!

[@SoulInspiredSeller]

Great video!!! I am an experienced reseller and still love your videos....always learning something new. I guess the one thing I "might" disagree on a bit is the light set up. I 100% agree that natural light and a white background is all you need and you do not need to spend a ton.......if you are home during the day when natural light is the availble. I would consider myself a full-time reseller, but I am also have a Monday through Friday full-time job in the hospital. Investing in a big light box changed my life in such a positive way. Prior to, I was having to do all my photographing on the weekends and it was eating a up all my free, weekend time. Now I can take beautiful photos whenever I choose.....it's freed up my life for sure! :)

[@cardamommiami1737]

You’re my best English teacher !!!! Thank you !!!!

[@ginakowalewski1686]

Thank you thank you Thank you like x1,000,000 this video is the reason I love watching you so knowledgeable so real

[@danndeelion]

The value of something is only what people are willing to pay for it. OFFERS are the KEY to sales. We live in the West where people don't understand what the word "haggle" means because we see a price tag and that's it, you cannot argue with the price tag!! Unless you're at some scummy used car dealership then people feel confident doing that but honestly, haggling has been around since the dawn of time right back to the bartering system before money (and price tags) even existed. We, in the West, are SO offended when someone even makes an opening offer, when everywhere else in the world, offers are the bread and butter of commerce (which you obviously figured out).

[@PamsPondering]

Thank you so much for this video!! It’s so helpful to a new seller when it is narrowed down to do and don’t . I love your videos.

[@RVincents]

True Death piles happen because shopping is fun

[@Learnresellingwithme]

I took your advice on the poster board and just put my items on top of it and took pictures. Using natural sunlight the photos came out nice. Now I have five items to list and the next few days are going to be cloudy so I will see how they come out with LED lights.

[@scottpetrone6284]

As I told you I was moving to North Carolina and I'm there now however my eBay stuff isn't. It will be like starting again which is a great opportunity. Stopped for a haircut today and spoke to the barber who was a small seller imparted some of your wisdom and channel. People have to understand this is the ultimate way to make a living you can do as little as you'd like or as much as you'd like. Capitalism at its best! Thanks Lindey!

[@kittykatt9163]

Started watching after ordering my fancy lighting set up :/ Oppps.

[@daleneff89]

Thank you for another awesome video. I love your stuff and I learned the hard way a few years ago the things you talk about. You are truly one of the few I watch. Been in this business a while myself. You're good.

[@keith9240]

What a mindful of information! Thanks for all of that! Probably saved me a bundle of $$.

[@paolacade6081]

I got depth piles, so I’m learning how to start the eBay sales process and shipping. Thanks for all these amazing information.

[@shawnseekins3424]

I could listen to you all day 😆

[@jorge8915]

Thank you so much your videos are amazing thank you because of your teaching I have gained a new perspective with my ebay business

[@joanlorden6679]

Very informative! I don’t even sell and I watched this whole video!😂

[@EyeForProfit]

You did such a good job getting your message across! Kept my attention the whole video.

[@jodiredler7469]

You're so right about death piles--we've been in quarantine and I didn't have any merchandise issues because I had so much stuff just sitting here that I never listed. I've done great during the quarantine -- but could have sold these products as much as a couple years ago. The worst part of this is I've been at this for years and should have never allowed this stuff to just sit there.

[@MommaBearsCorner]

dead piles are GREAT for big yearly sales too, like black Fridays. :)

[@denise-vulturethedumpsterd6698]

Lindey this video has been so informative and encouraging to me as I set out on this journey to help my family make some money for my handicap bathroom.

[@kevingladman1018]

LIndey Great Video! OMG-The last 2 segments sound SO much like my experience as a new reseller (just over a year now). New subscriber today-Thanks Hairy Tornado! NW Hills Picker!

[@raquelb731]

Wow you are so good with your knowledge.

[@nemofinder22]

Wow! this was amazingly helpful! Thank you so much!

[@rageoid]

Been selling for 12 years and I enjoy your videos. Your methods have made me quite efficient ! I learned the white poster board from you and take most photos outside. Inside I use 2 clamp lights and the regular room light. May try that fancy ring light thing ! On low ball offers I try to respond with a "thank you for the offer, I do appreciate it" with my counter. I buy a ton on E-bay as well - if a seller counters my usually sane purchase offer with a low-ball counter I do decline that one and move on to a different seller !

[@herasmarket]

The key folks is volume. Once u hit 1000 u r on your way. Our sales r up.

[@MIND9988T]

Thanks so so much young lady 😃

[@MuhammadZubair-zubaire]

brilliant i always see you videos they way of speech / teaching / describing is great stay happy .

[@wendybanker6347]

Thanks so much for sharing your hard-earned wisdom with us newbies. It is very kind of you.

[@dondees_ace520]

I think I love you..

[@nateypie]

I just wanted to say thank you for encouraging me to buy a whole ninjas personal care box! It has been a game changer for my business and I'm so grateful for the information and discount! Another great video! I'm sending positive vibes to you and your family!

[@The-Grateful-Hippie]

The best investment I have made in my reseller journey was the umbrella lights and the bulbs you have a link to. Since most of my products are hand dyed by me having the colors show up their been is super important. Two things I needed but have left behind is the backdrop holder and soft box. I needed them because in our old house I was literally working in a dark storage area in the basement. Now that we moved I can use the white wall, umbrella lights and fotofuze 🙂

[@kimberlyyetta2332]

I work from my basement room currently and use a light set, but still dark photos. Any tips would be greatly appreciated!:))

[@marlenemcmillan8891]

First time viewer..and very thankful for this...so.much good knowledge from.an excellent speaker.

[@acolose]

Love your videos! Thank you for your help.

[@capone3468]

I love your videos! So very informative! Thank you so much!

[@michelleoakden2284]

Love everything about this video!!! Thank you for sharing!!

[@rachelgannaway4114]

My ring light is all I use now I put up my umbrella lights. They were worthless.

[@corinazell6542]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Every single advice you had are the questions or things that i see myself doing. Well, thank you!! You have helped me to get my answers." I almost got that photograph studio set up" thank you! Thank you- just saved couple hundred dollars

[@HustleMagnets]

I'm also a streamer so I'm taking this and applying it there as well.

[@ThatandThisforYoujenn]

Got a Great deal on eBay...12.99 light box with both black and white backgrounds, heavy plastic that snaps together and a carrying case. Works beautifully!

[@kckara6952]

Excellent info Lindey! Thank you for posting this video!!!

[@LSantiago65]

Thank you for this video. I’m about to launch my reselling career full time on different platforms and even though I’m intimidated by eBay I’m giv8ng it a go ! Thank you!

[@AnnieOkiesgreatfinds]

I am new at this. Where do you find bulk items? Where can I start?

[@angelamillino7666]

Lindy can you make a video on how you store and organize all you pc goods You inspired me to switch from clothing to pc and I love it !!!!

[@LindeyGlenn]

It’s in the works!

[@maureendoherty4424]

I was just about to ask the same thing. Would love to see your storage set up.

[@madelynlambert9182]

@@LindeyGlenn Awesome!💯💯

[@carolhall2275]

Just started watching Lindey and I am very impressed she has lots of great tips and yes I do take notes.

[@jacicervin8840]

That scrapbook is genius!!

[@swanp1767]

I take notes because otherwise i have to watch video twice. Im soon to get started.

[@summershirley7511]

Also, does anyone else actually “take notes” during her videos the way I do? 🤷‍♀️ Just curious 😄

[@Rusouv3]

I thought it was only me. H5 ✋

[@jacquelynvalentine5987]

Me too!

[@texfactortracy3219]

Same!

[@jumpnpuddles5674]

@@texfactortracy3219 Yes and I turn on the open transcript. But I am new.

[@texfactortracy3219]

@@jumpnpuddles5674 I also keep a "Tricks & Tips" playlist for those kind of videos so I can go back to them later.

[@sunnyartist1785]

Thank you. I am just starting sell again on Ebay. I appreciate your honesty and your tips. This is so helpful.

[@lifewithpa5862]

I have a question... I visited ur ebay store n noticed some items are priced just as high or even higher than say Target or Amazon. I guess I'm just confuse how this works... wouldn't someone buy it from another place that priced lower? Say... the Revlon Hair One Step dryer and styler... could u explain a little here? How do we price things?