Archive for January, 2010
What eCommerce Merchants Need to Know About the Amazon Buy Box
From the viewpoint of a 3P merchant, listing and selling on Amazon is very different from other marketplaces. There is always competition for sales on platforms such as eBay and Bonanzle but the competition on Amazon is much more direct. And the unique aspect of competing on Amazon is that Amazon chooses to promote one [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 5 so far )I am a Smart Entrepreneur Who has Made Some Dumb Mistakes
To me, writing blog posts are kinda like writing in a journal. It’s a nice release from the daily stressors. It’s no secret that my blog is my hobby. And it’s really enjoyable to know that others have an occasional interest in my ramblings. In making plans and developing strategies for 2010, I’ve had some folks who know [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 5 so far )Amazon Selling Coach sent Special 2009 Holiday Alerts to 3P Sellers
In July 2009, I reported that Amazon was sending emails to sellers alerting sellers when previously sold items were out of stock so that merchants could put desirable items back in stock. Just a few months later Amazon began sending emails to sellers much sooner so that inventory with low stock status, not just out of [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Holiday Hangover in January: Dealing with Online Shoppers’ Returns
We sell a variety of items including gifts and toys so November and December is an incredibly busy and lucrative time of year for us. We absolutely love it. But then comes January… the Holiday Hangover month as we call it. It’s the time of year when I wish I could just disconnect the phones [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 5 so far )Endicia Customers Take Advantage of the new USPS Parcel Select Shipping Service
Beginning January 2010, the United States Post office began offering a new service class called “Parcel Select”. The new Parcel Select service was created for medium to large size companies who were looking for an affordable ground service. For small companies who want to take advantage of the cost savings, the US Postal service provides a [...]
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