It's a common dream. Saying farewell to the boss and the traditional 9 - 5 to work for yourself, making enough money to relax and enjoy life from time to time. It's a nice idea, and one that many individuals pursue, only to be disappointed. That doesn't have to be the case anymore. eBay has already been the tool that has freed many unhappy souls from the prisons of their workplaces and you could be next. But the first step is to understand exactly how to sell items on eBay in order to make you the most profit.
Before handing in your resignation without selling a single item, you will need to test the water. There's a possibility that you simply wouldn't enjoy the buying and selling process of eBay, and even if you do there is still a steep learning curve that only practice will perfect. The first step therefore is to search around your house for an unwanted product that you can use as practice in learning how to sell items on eBay. With this item and a registered account, starting to sell is an incredibly easy process. eBay itself will guide you through each step but here are a few pointers that will help your particular auction to stand out from the rest.
Take a great photo
Almost everyone has a digital camera, even if it is just the one handily located within your mobile phone. You'd be surprised how much difference it can make to a listing having a really attractive photo so take your time with it and take several shots to allow you to pick the best. Take your photos on a plain background (a white tablecloth would do the job) with plenty of light on the area. Also take the photos of your products at a slight angle, you don't need to be really arty and creative but an angled shot will look more attractive than one with your product straight on.
Write a great title
Believe it or not, one of the principle reasons that auctions don't sell well is that buyers simply can't find the item they are looking for. Your title needs to describe your item with as many keywords as you can fit in while still making sense. Those keywords are what people search for, if they aren't included within your title then your particular auction won't be found, but your competitor's might be.
Create a great description
Great descriptions are fundamental to learning how to sell items on eBay and it's not just about the content of the text, although that is obviously important. You must also ensure that your description is attractively displayed. Keep the number of fonts and the colours that you use to a minimum, instead using just one additional colour to highlight any key points regarding your item that you need to make. This will emphasise your selling points without over-embellishing it and making it difficult to read.
With the item that you have found in your house create your first listing, paying careful attention to the points raised in this information. In no time at all you will make your first sale and have learnt how to sell items on eBay successfully.
Author Resource:
Amanda O'Brien is a successful eBay Powerseller and author of 'The 2,500 Per Week eBay Powersellers Secrets' home study course. Want to learn more about starting an eBay business or simply want to improve your eBay sales? Claim your free eBay Selling Secrets Report at http://www.powersellerpod.co.uk
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