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Hi! My name is Mel (aka) Back from Burnout! And if you’re a reseller wanting to learn how to sell on eBay and how I run a successful eBay business selling second hand items from the thrift store then this is DEFINITELY the place for YOU! On this channel, I upload 2-3 videos a week surrounding topics such as tips for selling on eBay and how to make money selling stuff on eBay. I help you get a better understanding of what it's like being a full time eBay reseller and I'll show you what I do all day as a eBay reseller in my weekly reselling vlogs. And I basically answer any and all questions any eBay resellers may have who are looking to grow their eBay business!
You don’t need to justify yourself to anyone Mel. Love watching your videos. Absolutely smashing it!!
My thoughts exactly 👍
The only reason people are negative on the idea is because they need to write it off so that they feel good about not considering it. They need to feel that there isn't any opportunity in it such that they feel comfortable "forgetting" about that particular idea.There are SO many ideas out there about "how to make money reselling" so it's no surprise that people desperately need a reason to THROW AWAY any ideas that they think aren't worth their time. They are frantically searching for something that might work for them and in that frantic search, they need to discard ideas ASAP. On the other side of things, your videos are there as a beacon of hope for people who actually want to sell books. Personally, I think it's wonderful. Books are magical items that are often underappreciated. I absolutely love that you have a passion for this and share it with others. I recently subscribed and looked forwarding to your content.
I was thinking how nice a work environment you have with that space. Being surrounded by likeminded people is so beneficial to keeping the momentum going and staying motivated. What a great deal at only $300/month too!
Man I had to stop and agree with you. It’s been a long time since I watched because eBay was just going so badly for me. And a liver transplant but her moving to that warehouse was the best thing ever for her in my eyes. Seems like a wonderful person. Wish I could afford some advice lol…😅
One thing I have learnt in life, both in employment and in business... unsuccessful people passionately and absolutely hate, hate, HATE successful people!
Amen.
Really sad, isn't it!!
Hate is rather a strong word. I don't think it's as much hate as it is resentment born out of self-pity.
@@BlissfulDee That seems an appropriate assessment.
Some people talk alot about what they know nothing about. You have me considering selling more books. Learned so much from you. You have actually changed my outlook on my business.. keep doing you!!
They are looking for reasons why they can't do it, because if there aren't any good reasons, then it's actually about them. Don't let the haters get to you Mel
Find a wild bulk king! Like both Mel and your content!
@@kbghubtcg lol thanks for watching 😂
Those vintage Snoopy books were part of my childhood memories! 💕💕 Very happy that your business is doing well, Mel!
Ok...now I'm really perturbed! Please Mel, don't feel that you need to explain, or defend what you do! And no, I don't only want to see you shipping the high end books. It is soothing to me to watch you work. Somehow just watching you slap those mailing labels on the packages makes me feel like I've worked also. My bad back limits what I can do. I watch your channel because I enjoy it. Don't let those jerks make you feel less than, or not achieving as much as they think you can. I'm proud of you! Just keep going! :)
I agree with this! I don't just care about the expensive stuff. I often watch/listen to your videos while I'm being productive. You keep me accountable 😂
I absolutely love all of what you do, whether that's a pack with me, move with me or spend the day with me.
Don't let the others get you down! You're amazing and you're doing a great job!
Your supporters are out here and we outnumber those jealous nay sayers!
You got this!
Mel, I watch your videos immediately and return to them if there is no new content on my feed to watch. I love Angry Mel. Anyone actively working an eBay business can see the amount of work you put in to get the results you achieve. You inspire me! Please keep up the good work!
$5k week, let’s go! May they all be $5k+ from here on!
Or even more than 5k!
It only matters what you think about your business, not other people's opinions. Regaards from the UK
I'm so happy you are doing so well! I wish you the best!
Your channel is showing the reality of the business! It's a lotta work and not all mega scores. We love it!! Don't change a thing and keep it real. REAL. You rock!
Not everyone understands business Mel so don’t worry about their thoughts/comments. As long as you are happy with how your business is growing you should be proud of yourself for your ability to look after your family through a business you’ve built from nothing. And BTW not everyone can do it, only people with goals & a hard work ethic succeed - I tell people the harder I worked for myself the luckier I got!
I just love ur attitude! It gets me coming back every time.
I love how you are always so kind to Tom's workers, you always listen to them and ask how they are, and you can tell they genuinely love your company/presence.
His workers are awesome. :)
I live in California, and I absolutely love watching your videos every time you upload. So happy that you’re telling people like it is.
You are doing a great job , and more importantly, you're doing what you want to do and do it for you and your family. I have been doing eBay reselling for 18 years and let me tell you, people never want to understand, they just want to give their opinion without caring to see the work we put in behind the scenes. I stopped justifying what i do a long time ago. I make more money in a week than a lot of people (that tell me get a real job) do in a month for half the hours worked, but that's for me to know and them to overthink about and try to pull me down. I love what I do, and I can see you do also. I support, cheer on and am genuinely happy for anyone that pushes hard and has a supportive growth mindset. I am in Techs group and watch your zoom calls (not live yet) but I love hearing from people with the same mindset and desire to push hard doing what we love! Lets Go!!! Sam :)
Also Mel, I’ll be Canberra first week of October, do you have any restaurant recommendations in the city/surrounds ?
Don't worry about anyone else, Mel, you are successful - that's all that matters 👍🏻
The root cause is people's disbelief in the fact that people are still big readers and are willing to pay for books. Many people are still big collectors.
@louisville80 Exactly! 😊
Most retail shops are only making a 100% markup. Meaning buy for $10 sell for $20 or so. Retail selling new is usually a lower profit margin than reselling. Does anyone question someone opening a retail shop? Why does everyone think that just because it is reselling or selling 2nd hand that the profit are low? Keep going Mel, you are an inspiration for many sellers and many of us appreciate your information and enthusiasm. ❤❤❤❤
Most retail (depends on the type of merchandise or service) don't make 100% margin.
As someone who worked in and managed retail stores in the US, I gotta tell you that it's been many years since markup was only double the cost. Most retail stores calculate it at 2.5 to 3 times the cost. HOWEVER, the overhead costs are usually so astronomical that the profit is nowhere near even making back 50% above cost.
Mel you are an inspiration for many of us. I enjoy your videos and seeing the highs and lows that are in business reselling. Ignore the knuckleheads that post negative comments. You are a successful woman and very rich with love. Please keep doing you!
I love the ending of the video Mel. Gave me a big smile.🤩 You do you! Cause you do it well and we love you for it!😍
My major is Libraries, I have never found anyone who appreciates this value like you, thank you very much for opening up horizons for us.
My response, when I am told that the items I choose to sell don't make enough profit or aren't worth selling, is to agree with them. The fewer folks selling what I like to sell the better. Then I go deposit my profits into my retirement and travel accounts, smiling all the way to the bank! 😉
Oh Mel you don’t need to justify anything. YOU are wonderful and an absolute pleasure to watch. Keep it up, you are killing it.
Right.
Those comments clearly aren’y coming from regular viewers. You are so aware of your business and your growth is inspiring. I love your videos, thank you, thank you for sharing them with us.
Very nice to see you today. I was missing your videos the past few weeks. Hope all is ok. People who make the negative comments seem to do it on purpose. I think they just do it to torment you. You are awesome and very smart to do all you do.
Some people will always have trouble understanding the love of a good book. I have books that I stored for future reading. I was reading at the age of four and still running hot at 78.
Thanks for the new video. I love watching your pick and pack, I learn so much, which helps when I go shopping. Not sure why people are so rude about the lower profit books. Profit is profit and every little bit adds up. With experience you get better and can identify those gems that turn $3 into $125 as I did the other day, but they don't come along every day. Keep the content coming, loving it.
Hey Mel! Just wanted to thank you for being you and having this channel. ❤ I’ve been binge watching your videos for a couple of months. I started when you 1st moved to your storage unit 3 years ago and now I’m at the point of you going to America. I will keep watching to eventually catch up to current time. I sell clothing but you have inspired me to start a 2nd store with books. I bought my first bible the other day
Something for anyone doing a business, NEVER, NEVER EVER tell people how much you make, I don't care if it's even your family. I've had people make fun of me because of what I do for work,, family members who think I don't work, and I leave it like that. Mentioning the fact that you make even $1 will make you a target for many people out there. So no I do not make money, I spend 16 hours a day and I make nothing. Lol, my family is so stupid that my mom keeps getting newer items and they have no idea I am the one purchasing them.
The upside of the a warehouse is that you don't work alone at home. You can pop in and chat for a few minutes and get back to it :)
no need to worry about people's judging comments. You know you best
Huge thank you for your videos (love watching your take on selling & life in general) & talking about Technsports and the reseller group. I just joined today, and after listening to one old call, I've gone in and changed all of my listing titles. Could never understand why some of these things never sold. Wishing you all the success, please know that you are valued. ☺
Thats sad... Books are, and will always be, the basis of all knowledge... Good luck, hope things come around for you.
I love watching these type videos and really like seeing the cookbook sales. I agree that books seem to sell higher in Australia than they do here in the USA.
I'm not going to pile on. Some people ask what seem like stupid questions to learn things. I would be a hypocrite if I critiqued someone asking a stupid question in comments because I'm sure I've probably asked plenty of stupid questions on various things I know nothing about. Its not worth getting worked up about.
Obviously the person who made the comment doesn’t know the story of Amazon. Bezos is worth $204 billion from a platform that started with books.
Bezos started with one book!
Book selling is very labour intensive. It can be heavy, time consuming, frustrating and you have to get out and find them most of the time. You deserve what you earn. Well done Mel.
Very true, it’s harder than it looks
As many have said already don't let others bother you, they just want excuses not to do it and drag you down with them.
People find anything to be negative. It’s crazy. I love your videos. Glad to see you back!
I picked up a lot of 38 Jimmy Swaggart Bible commentary for $1 at a thrift. Waiting for that sale between $4-600. Best profit margins ever lol
@@momio2012 🔥
Why does that upset you. Yes folks assume cause they don't know. That's when you educate them. I thought the same thing until I started selling.
Oh no. I like your long videos where you are just picking and packing! It helps when I am listing. ❤
I would tell these naysayers that's right, no money in books no money in books more money for the smarter booksellers
It follows the very effective marketing of the major online bookstores in moving to digital. In fact you could argue all the online resellers/streaming services do it. Steam gaming sells you a digital version of a game. You can’t transfer ownership, once you’re dead those game licenses die with you. With media you guys sell, your encouraging people back to tangible ownership. There’s something really wonderful in opening a favourite book, sliding a CD into a player and listening to music and so on.
No warehouse? Where do they think you would all those books and the next 10,000 coming from Tom? You do it your way because you're awesome
I do think you do better with books in Australia than we can do here in the US.
Maybe. I’m sure there are great booksellers (making great profits) in the US too. 😊
Mel you do not have to explain to anyone how much money you make good on you, love your channel, keep being you and do what you love…. I’m in Sydney and you are the best Ozzie ebayer TH-camr out there. Take care xx from a 64 year old that you inspire 💕
Your vloggs helped teach us about the value in the books we used to throw out, we shudder to think about the money we threw out for all those years before we saw your videos. It actually got us through the Victorian lockdowns to the point where we were replacing our shops income and still getting our original ebay income included just selling books that were excess to the shops requirements.
You dont need to prove them wrong nor waste your time trying to understand that mentality. Let them think books are not worth it. Just means there is more for us that sell books to pick up. 😉
Mel, first time commenter but long time watcher here! I am in Texas and I have noticed that books sell for quite a lot less in the US than in Australia. I Iooked up the Audels books wihile you were talking and they are selling from $25-35 here with one sold comp for $34. Everytime I comp a book thinking it will be a winner, nope. Very rarely able to find books that will bring in what you are able to sell them for. I imagine it would be very difficult in the US to have a book seller niche but I imagine it can be the reverse for other niches. I would love to sell more books. They just don't bring in the profit here.
Great video love seeing what sells and how efficient your system works for you.
You may not be the richest person but you sure are the hardest loveliest down to earthest!! I LOVE BOOKS. Love your channel,
You’re amazing Mel!! You’re such an inspiration! You were my motivation to resell books! I love selling media so much now that I’ve stopped sourcing clothing! The books and DVDs have been so fun to sell! And I have been able to double my income this year for my family! 🙌🏻
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I would love to do what you do! In Canada I struggle yo figure it out with shipping costs. Mel, I love watching you. Such a treasure with a beautiful mind...set 😊
Until you know the postage, weight, size limitations, ebay 15% fees - you can't work out the profit of a combination of book titles. We're lucky in Australia knowing all the satchel/padded mailer/box combinations have 5kg max weight allowance. So a set of scales and the packaging to see what fits before listing something is handy.
Canadians do have it rough when it comes to postage costs.
Mel I started selling books and Magazines in my resell store just from watching your videos. I've sold Ex-Library books for up to 200 and just sold 1 magazaine for 98 a few days ago. Definitely profit to be made. I'm so thankful for the information you share.
You are killing it! Good job! Great price on the warehouse! That would be thousands in Detroit.
I had those vintage garfield books when I was a kid! I love them :)
I played Snoopy in a stage production of You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown back in the 80’s. Lol. Won an award for effectively playing a dog. Hahahaha!!! 🤣🤣🤨🤷♀️
Books are easy to take photos. Easy to look up you don't have to clean them much like clothes or shoes you got the right idea girl
There are always “doubters” out there. And now you even used that comment to make a video. Good on you. You are a professional. 😊 good to see you back.
I only see a successful hard working woman with a great profitable business doing an awesome job!
Always great to see and hear from ya mel!
I used to sit for hours reading Garfield comics. I think that is why I drool when I see lasagna
keep on doing what you are doing Mel, you run a successful business, haters will always be haters because it's easier to criticise than do anything themselves, one of my favourite sayings "Never Explain your friends don't need it and the others won't believe you anyway" you are an inspiration to us all
Perhaps that comment came from a person in the US, I have noticed here in the US that there are VERY LOW priced book sellers, we are talking like $3 or $4 with FREE SHIPPING! How do they do it? VOLUME! There are also a lot of US booksellers (and other media, too, like CDs and DVDs) that always have a sale going like buy 3 get one free with FREE SHIPPING! So perhaps that is why that comment has been made and continues to pop up for you occasionally Mel. It is near to impossible to compete with the volume sellers like that with those prices. But I do actually find some books that are worth more (I think books worth $20 or more are worth my time to list, if I get them cheap enough) and I do sell a good amount of books. I have also learned from YOU to bundle like authors or genres and make money off those deals. I remember you telling us years ago that you make far more profit in AUS that we do here in the US with book sales! Keep up the good work and much continued success to you & Tom! 🥰
Your loyal followers understand the success you have. Don’t let the negative comments bristle you stay positive Mel.
You’re right about being a small seller. I’m just trying to sell off my personal book collection and have to compete with the mega sellers in the U.S. who sell books for $3.50 with free shipping. One pound media mail here is $4.63. So obviously the only way they make money is volume. It’s frustrating.
Hi Mel. You’re doing amazing and making great profits. ❤ In the UK the market is different because we have multiple booksellers on eBay that sell every book you can imagine for low prices with free shipping. So there is little money for the average bookseller to make with that competition. If we bundle books up the shipping price is high. So it’s difficult to find a balance. I’ve swapped to selling individual rarer books and niched down. Even our top end cookery books in the UK can be found on eBay supplied by ‘world of books’ for a few pounds with free shipping. The market is just different here. But your market is way better there so continue with your success 🎉you’re doing amazing. Just wanted to try to explain maybe where the differences come in. ❤
in one ear and out the other !!! Cheers
I dont think there is any issue with books - I think the "idea" from the no idea folk is reselling is not possible full time. The other thing people forget is anyone that is doing this fulltime with any PLANS to grow and build a long term business, there will be some heavy overheads and costs when getting the foundations in play (storage, rent, staff, materials, systems, processes, tools, and everything else). Overtime these should all pay dividends. Stuff the assumers Mel. I had a good rant about all of this the other week. The other thing to remember when people say "it isn't worth it for them" then thats a THEM issue. Youve got this and keep on keeping on. Keep kicking butt Mel.
Yay another video! You’re a badass and so inspirational 😘
Wow Mel! I have watched you for along time and from the shed to now you are a completely different person. You have a vision and you’re much happier! You have done so well and I am so happy for you. As I always say Go Mel Go! 😊💕🌺
Awesome sales! You are top notch! Keep doing what you are doing. Wish I knew what books to search for. You definitely have an eye for them! Love your videos!
People are jealous of your success. You’re amazing and you be u. Thanks Mel, Sue 😊😊
A KISS ….. We HEARD it….LIVE on air!!
Those types of comments drive me nuts as well. Less competition for us though! I make good money selling books on eBay. Keep at it, Mel!
Thanks for your time and video, and motivation 😊
I think the people who say that do not understand the love of books or the intricacies of business.
I used to own a bookshop. I sell some cheap stuff, but that is mainly for Amazon as I upload to ebay & Amazon. There are plenty of low-buy, high sell books to find if you know where to look. Just by the by, my best ever find was a book on Pre-WW II Cuban Art, I sold for $850.00 that I picked up for 50 cents from a bargain bin.
Great sale! Plenty of profits out there!
Experienced sellers know there is plenty of profit in books.
Keep doing what you are doing and don't let the jealous ones get you down.
Your reply to the comment you highlighted first I think you mistook the question. It I think is just an honest question as people wish to know. Being self employed is indeed tough, and you are obviously a success at it. These kinds of questions will be something people are curious about.
Sourcing is the key. My local hunt now sells books for 10 cents each. I just sold one for 150.00. I also bundle. Sorry, but that statement was so stupid.
The song at the end was hysterical. 😂. Love your videos ❤
Books have some of the best ROI in reselling so yeah i don't know why people would say there is no money in books 👑
I just never understand it.
It's a shame people pass judgement on others with little to no facts. Mel, you don't have to justify yourself to anyone. You know your profit and I've watched enough of your videos to see how much thought you put into your business to make sure you are successful! ❤ You are awesome and I so wish I could be your assistant! ❤❤❤
Mel I would guess whoever left that comment was not a regular viewer. Anyone who watches you knows not only how well you are doing, but how you've been growing by leaps and bounds. Your work ethic always amazes me and I'm very proud of not only the growth of your business, but the growth in your personal life. A+ Mel ! We all love you!!! Oh, and the man who created and drew Garfield, Jim Davis, was from my hometown Marion, Indiana here in the US. He is well loved.
Amazing ! and you sure work hard (for your money) and continuing to improve your efficiency - super well done ! Some good sales there !
"but she sure don't work for free"!! 😂😂😂😂😂Yay Mel!! You are so funny.
Wow! Great Video! You are so inspiring! Learn so much from you! Thank You!!
Media is still a strong category for our store, especially magazines & vinyl .....
With hard work those books are worth a fortune, the commenters (trolls) are jealous of your success. Great work and thanks for the knowledge that comes with your channel.
I like that you share the small and large sales because it's real. In fact thats why i watch all of your videos because you keep it real. The real hurdles of reselling. We all love having big sales but its our bread and butter that keep us in business. Also i dont own a kindle/nook and never will. I enjoy reading a book.
The boys might need to wear ear protection around those whirring machines at the start of the video. A bit of an OH&S risk
Your videos are ace! Really inspiring, ignore any negative people, you clearly enjoy what you do and are very successful
I’m a weeny seller compared to you, and sell a bit of everything but my ASP on books this month is over $70. So yeah, no money in books!!!!! I’ve learnt so much from you Mel. Tell em to naff off.
Is that Thom prepping those discs ( surface cleaning/visual etc ) prior to dispatch and if so why are they not pre-sealed ready to go with all quality control checks already completed and picked off the stock bin locations! This way would eliminate the duplication of handling/checking time of the item perhaps. Unless the item has a reasonable high probability that it's not going to sell on it's own and may need to be re-sold into a large bundle format which could then mean that the early cleaning prepping process stage might work out being a less efficient way of doing things, given the high volume model approach to the business. Anyway just curious LOL. Thanks Mel for the video, you're doing very well and deserve all of your success!
You tell ‘em, Mel! I’ve routinely sold books online in the US with staggering profit margins. I think people believe no one reads real books anymore, mixed in with a bit of resentment that they’re not living the life they want to live, as you are. Who knows. Delete the negative Nellies and move past them! Woman owned, woman operated and some people just are haters. So, oh well!
Love what you’re doing and damn, that profit for a WEEK! Gives me hope and even more enthusiasm for what I’m doing here in the US! Keep going strong! 💪🏼
Shipping Cost are WAY BETTER... at least here in the USA. What a Inspiring set up, Thank You and your Krewe for sharing this with all of us on You Tube
I get so excited when I see your videos drop ! Your a legend with your honesty . Xoxoxox
regarding those types of comments...they know not that they know not 😁