eBay Online Store

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Ever since I got my PowerSeller badge from eBay, I had started to take online selling seriously.  And by saying seriously, I meant renting a store from eBay and paying for it monthly.

Renting a physical store is nothing compared to renting a store at eBay.  With only a few clicks you'll be able to set-up you're own store and have your merchandise arranged by category.  This makes browsing for customers a lot easier, plus they would be able to see your other item under the same category.  A plus for the eye marketing scheme.

There's no set-up payment.  I got the very basic store where I can have as much as 30 main categories and up to 3rd level category under it.  This basic store costs me only 150pesos a month.  And hey! I get to pay that 150pesos after 30days when I created the store.  Cool huh!

PinayShopper eBay store

I had labored day and night to transfer my normal listings to this store.  This is where labor comes in.  I had decided that since almost all my items are on pre-order basis and lasts up to 2months, then better that I list it as virtually forever (until I cancel them).

Another good side of renting an eBay store is that you can create sales.  If you're an avid eBay buyer you'll have noticed that small ball on the right hand corner of the listing photo telling you that the item is currently on sale, or discounted for.  Great in catching those bargain hunters.

On Sale Items

Take a look at my PinayShopper eBay store and start thinking about getting yours too.

PinayShopper is now a PowerSeller

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Yup, that’s right! PinayShopper is now a certified eBay Bronze PowerSeller.  After a year of selling in eBay, I have finally managed to be a PowerSeller.  But what is a PowerSeller, you might ask?

eBay defines PowerSellers as a community of sellers who are committed to upholding and embracing the core values that are the very foundation of eBay.  They are exemplary members who are held to the highest standards of professionalism, having achieved and maintained a 98% positive feedback rating and excellent customer service as reflected by high detailed seller rating scores.

Ever since I took online selling as a serious extra source of income I’ve been looking for ways to increase my sales, build up my credibility and show case my work.  Becoming a PowerSeller had become a goal for me since all those I want can be sum up in this tiny icon.

To my customers

A very big thank you to all repeat and new customers.  There were mishaps, delays and sometimes unavailability of items; and yet all of you were patient with me.  Ensure that I will continue to serve your orders gladly.

To ERIM, Xend & LBC

These are the real partners in growing a business.  You can’t be wrong with support groups such as these.

To FN members & online sellers

Fountain of wisdom.  Backread all posts about online selling and running a small business.  Each and everyone’s experience is an eye opener.

To my suppliers

Never would have made it without the great staff that you have.

To you!

Whether you are a buyer, an experienced seller or a newbie.  Take a leap of faith.  Just make sure you don’t go blinded.  Read all information.  Work hard for your business even if it’s only a extra source of income.

Read eBay.ph primer about PowerSeller and how to be one here.

Year Round FREE Shipping @ PinayShopper

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Because I love all my customers (whether returning or new)!  Every single transaction worth 1500.00 and more is entitled to a FREE shipping service.

Yes, this is the PinayShopper shopping spree experience.

Buy as many items you like and when the total amount reaches a minimum of 1500.00, then shipping fee is on me.  The promo is open to all items and all customers wherever you are in the Philippines.

Grab this opportunity and enjoy your online shopping at PinayShopper!

How ERIM Saved My Shipment

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Situation
2 weeks ago, a customer from Tagbilaran returned a Sophie wallet due to wrong item shipped. It was a case of mistaken identity. The item code was DSM214, and by some reason DSM241 was given to me which I hastily shipped to the customer. The box and contents looked like a wallet, so I left it at that without thoroughly checking the item I was getting.

February 8, Tuesday
I drove several kilometers after 6pm to return the item where I got it. Almost missed the store, since they were ready to close when I came. To top it off, it seems that they didn't receive any of my messages regarding the item that I want to exchange. So, I had no choice but to leave the item on the store and wait for Saturday when they said the replacement item will be available.

February 12, Saturday
With my 2 exuberant boys, I went to the Sophie store to pick up my replacement wallet and other items that a dealer texted me. There were several other dealers inside the store and we were cramped. The store manager wasn't there and only a friend of her or an assistant was left to see to all the dealers. I had to wait until the other dealers were catered too. I gave my story of the wrong item. She checked it with the store manager to be true. Looks like my luck is finally making a turn. The correct wallet I need is there! Hooray!

The assistant picked my other items and went on creating a sales invoice; but she has no change for my bill. So, I went back to the car and picked some loose changed here and there. After going back to the store to check out, the assistant remembered to add in the catalog on the invoice. I paid for the item and carried the plastic bag supposedly containing all my items and put it on the trunk of the car.

February 13, Sunday
Since I have an 8 – 5 work, I had to ready all my items for ship a night before the shipping. I packed the items on the pouch and written the address on the waybill. When it's time to pack the faithful wallet; lo and behold! The wallet is not on the plastic bag I thought it was on! Frantically, I looked on my other bags and items, but it's not there. What rotten luck! After going all the trouble of getting the wallet, I had the gall to leave it on the store! Or the assistant was distracted enough to forget to add the wallet on the bag! Either way, I was left with a dilemma of having a no item to ship to a customer who's been waiting for almost 3 weeks now!

The Solution!

At exactly 10am Monday, I texted ERIM and told that I have an item for pick in Imus and want it delivered to a customer. I also, have an item at home to be delivered to another customer. After a few minutes, the sweet voice of ERIM's assistant phoned me and told me that they will pick up the item in Imus first, and then proceed on picking up my other shipment at home.

At 2pm the rider was already in our door-step with the wallet from Imus, ready to pick up my 2^nd shipment, and bring them both to their final destination!

ERIM saved my shipment! More power ERIM!!!

My First Foray In Online Selling

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It is always my dream to have a small boutique.  A store that would show case the clothes that I hand picked and thought would be perfect for anyone to wear.  However, having an 8 - 5 job made that dream a bit difficult to accomplished, but not impossible.

Photo by:  clipartof.com

So, two years ago, I started buying clothes from Divisoria 168 mall and selling them to my office mates and neighbor.  The business was profitable but easily I saw that doing this would require having loads of clothes to offer my friends.  Clothes of different styles, in different colors and in different sizes.  The tight budget that I have would not permit for such a huge inventory, not to mention the big capital needed.  And so, I decided to stop.

After having my second kid and a change in job, the dream never left me.  And so, I decided to sell online.  I saw many people doing it.  They posted pictures of beautiful clothes online and someone actually buys them.  Picking a place to sell was simple.  Readily I picked Ebay.ph thinking that it's the equivalent of malls where people frequent with the intention to buy.

I took pictures of stuffs that I own but never got around using, then listed them on Ebay.  After waiting patiently, it had paid off.  I had my first customer.  I wrapped the item, and shipped it as soon as I got the payment.

I was ecstatic.  Selling online is like a waiting game.  But it's ok since I still have my day job to do.  Posting pictures was easy.  The problem?  I need to think of more items that I can sell.  The ideas of what to sell came right to me.  But that's another story.

To cut it all short.  PinayShopper was born right after the first sale.  For me, you're not yet an online seller until after somebody bought your item, pay for it and you ship.

 Photo by:  FreeAuctionDesigns.com

Happy selling!