eBAY Poweruser’s Bible
Ryan Shaw, PC World Review by Bonnie Hall Targeted at both new and experienced eBay users alike, this book is the ultimate guide book on everything and anything to do with eBay. Being a novice eBay user, I was interested to see if this book would help me understand the fundamentals of online bidding and how not to get duped by some of the artificial sales that everyone hears about.The fact that there is a diverse range of things available for purchase is why eBay still remains popular to this day.
I have to admit I own no less than eight different “Bible” books so being impartial may not be relistic in describing my opinions here.
The book starts off by explaining some of the basics associated with eBay; from registering as a user, to understanding the different types of auctions available. On the buying side of things, researching, tracking auctions and bidding strategies are also discussed. For those eBay users who wish to sell instead of buy items, making a particular item attractive to the bidding masses is no easy feat. The book covers everything from creating a seller account, weeding out the non-paying bidders and placing snapshots of the product, to accepting online payments.Thinking of becoming a full- time seller and creating a business through eBay? This topic is also represented, with various sections on how to save money by taking advantage of strategic buying and selling.
Though new to the world of eBay, it gave me the confidence to buy and sell products with the best of them.
- The authoritative reference-tutorial on eBay-the world’s leading online auction service-packed with power-user tips and tricks.
- Clear explanations and illustrated step-by-step instructions take readers through the entire eBay process-from the “eBaysics”of buying and selling to running an eBay business.
- Written by an expert eBay user and veteran author, the book covers all aspects of eBay.
- Discusses eBay troubleshooting and includes useful appendices that explore hardware and software needs, eBay lingo, and basic HTML markup terms.
This comprehensive guide covers what you need to know. Learn how to bid successfully, choose items to sell that buyers want to buy, conduct safe financial transactions, take advantage of feedback, find the true bargains when buying, and get a fair price for things you sell. You’ll even find an entire section to guide you through setting up and managing a practical, profitable business on eBay.
- Understand how eBay works, what it can and cannot sell, and how to take advantage of all its services.
- Find out what makes a good User ID, why you should set up multiple inboxes, and how to protect your privacy.
The following bullets are taken from the back cover:
- Navigate the site and explore different auction types.
- Find out what makes a good User ID, why you should set up multiple inboxes, and how to protect your privacy.
- Avoid fraud and learn how to deal with questionable sellers and complicated transactions.
- Choose the right items to sell, create sales listings that attract bids, and capture images that generate buyer interest.
- Learn to pack and ship items for safe,timely delivery.
- Discover how to accept credit card and other electronic payments.
- Develop a business strategy, set up a schedule, track expenses and income, and report taxes.
- Identify good sources for building your inventory.
- Create attractive,easy-to-read auction listings using eBay’s features and HTML.
Pros: Comprehensive yet easy to understand. Well organized.
Cons: General focus; if you need more depth this is not the book for you.
5 out of 5 dog cows
