Online selling sure can be a challenge!

It's a slow Saturday night and I'm sitting here thinking. Online selling sure can be a challenge! What is the best way to grow a online business? Do you use the shotgun approach and list a few items each on many venues or do you concentrate on just a couple venues and list many items? I wish there was a simple answer. I think the best way to look at it is to first decide who and where your buyer is. Then present those buyers with your product and the best customer service you can. You have to do things different than your competition and set higher standards than them. Think like your buyer and ask yourself. What sets this seller apart from other sellers? Good communication, fast shipping, good selection, competitive pricing or whatever it takes. Try not to loose focus on your goals or you will get dragged down and spin your wheels. I hope these few thoughts will empower you to start thinking about making things better for yourself. Don't give up and have a great day!

Do you recycle?

Do you recycle? How many people in your neighborhood recycle? My answer to these questions is yes I do and not many in my neighborhood. We are a through away society. Think about all the stuff that you have thrown away in your life time. I admit that I don't recycle everything but I do at least fill a recycling tub every week for my local recycling service. Most people in my area don't even do that. I also try to use recycled packing materials to ship items. Just my rant for the day. Please participate in recycling. Our grandchildren will benefit. Thanks and have a great day.

Happy Easter to all:

Happy Easter to all! Easter, Chocolate Day, Bunny Day or whatever you chose to call it. Today is also My birthday, I am 55 today (Double Nickle). Today reminds me of a photo that has haunted me all of my life. Back on my 1st birthday my mother dressed me up in a BUNNY suite for Easter and to this day I cringe whenever anyone mentions it. It also reminds me of my Mom and that's worth more than anything. Have a great day.

I'm looking for a full time job!

My posting today is of a personal matter. I'm one of the unfortunate one's that is unemployed because of the bad economy. My day job has been in manufacturing but I have been selling online for the last nine years. I also live in SW lower Michigan which makes it almost impossible to find work in manufacturing. I would like to move away from manufacturing and find a full time job with a fellow online seller. If you or someone you know from my area, interested in taking on any help? Please contact me at motorheadbooks@btc-bci.com Thanks and have a great day.

Bonanzle Forum Post about Twitter !

I found a Bonanzle forum post about Twitter and how to use it. Lots of useful information about Bonanzlers on Twitter. Check it out at
http://www.bonanzle.com/forums/3/topics/17773/

New to Bonanzle?

Are you new to Bonanzle? I found a excellent posting on the Bonanzle boards by Rocknrandy. It contains a wealth of information for anyone needing help with Bonanzle. I commend Randy on his work assembling this list and suggest you check it out at. http://www.bonanzle.com/forums/2/topics/16257/

Hold an auction on Craigslist How-to !

I just found this interesting article on how to hold an auction on Craigslist. It looks like it would work with other venue's also. Check it out at
http://tinyurl.com/d38t5x/

Promote Your Selling Venues.

Promote your multiple selling venues on http://www.everyplaceisell.com/ and http://www.plumdrop.com/ . Both are free and can drive visits to your store, booth or other venue. I've used them and have seen increased traffic on my sites. Thanks and have a great day.

Help us from ourselves!

The world is falling apart and can be overwhelming. Maybe one by one we could make things better for each other. Do a good deed for a friend or neighbor. Make a donation to a local charity or food bank. Don't rely on our government to fix everything. Make time for your family and friends. Live within or below your means. Recycle your unwanted items. Support local and online small businesses. Try not to get sucked into gossip and negative news. Think outside the box. Don't get taken by scams and pie in the sky deals that only steal your hard earned money. I'm not saying do all of these things, but just one of these ideas can make a difference. These are just some of my opinions and if you disagree that's OK. Our future is in each others hands. Good luck an have a better day.

My favorite internet commerce podcast's.

I wanted to make a list of all my favorite internet commerce podcast's. If you are interested in improving your online business, than you need to check these out. I enjoy many of the topics and get great ideas from them.

• ColderICE - Internet Commerce & eBay
• B.S. Walks When Money Talks
• The Auction Wally Show
• Tips from The Top With The Savvy Seller
• Brainstorming Bonanzle
• eBay & Beyond Basics to Business
• The River The Ranch and The Bay

You can find all of them on the Talkshoe Podcast Network http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/main.jsp?pushNav=1&cmd=home or just Goggle them. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do. I have also added links in my side bar to all of my favorite podcasts.

Thanks, and have a great weekend.

So, is anyone selling or buying on Bonanzle?

Why Bonanzle? Outstanding seller support; a friendly and upbeat atmosphere; a GOOD relationship with Google Base and a connection that works; a user base that is growing exponentially; innovative and fun ways for sellers to promote their stores and sell their goods; open communication with buyers and fellow sellers is encouraged and EASY; FREE listings and booth space – and you only pay when you actually sell an item (a very small percentage compared to eBay). This is the future for small, mid-sized and specialty sellers.
Check out Bonanzle and see why everyone loves it ! http://www.bonanzle.com/ You can also check out my booth there at http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/motorheadbooks