Customer Reviews

Don't Try Selling on eBay without Reading this Book!!! - By: Brandon Simpson, 11 Jul 2008
If selling on eBay is like walkingin the dark for you, Steve Weber's new book "eBay 101" is like having a flashlight; you won't run into any walls or have any surprises. I have never bought or sold anything on eBay. I've always been apprehensive about it, which is why I usually stick to buying & selling on Amazon.

"eBay 101" starts out by explaining how eBay works, how to set up an account with eBay & PayPal, & where to get help on eBay. I liked the chapter that explained where to find great merchandise. I never would've thought of any of these, e.g. estate sales, library sales, bankruptcy sales, etc. There are many more places to look.

My favorite part of the book is that it was written by somebody who has actually done everythingin it. And other eBay sellers have written little mini-sectionsin his book. So many how-to books are written by someone who has little experience. Weber has nearly a decade of experience. Steve Weber explains how he started his business with only $80. After four years, he had earned $1.4 million.

Weber also explains the importance of social networking sites like MySpace. Many assume that MySpace only appeals to children & teens. In fact, one of my college professors believed that MySpace was mainly for high school students & that FaceBbok was more appropriate for college students. I couldn't disagree more. Several adults use MySpace. In fact, I am convinced that the only reason I have sold any of the books I have written is because of MySpace. So there's no reason why one couldn't use MySpace to promote their merchandise on eBay.

I'm definitely going to read the book again. And again. And again until I think I am ready to start selling. And considering how long the book is, a retail price like $18.95 is more than reasonable. I'm sure that anyone would pay much more for it.

Brandon Simpson