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The eBay Business Handbook: How anyone can build a business and make big money on eBay.co.uk [Kindle Edition]

Robert Pugh
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Anyone can buy and sell on eBay. But how many people actually make serious money from eBay? How many people make enough give up the day job and run an eBay business full time? Robert Pugh has done just that and in this fully updated and revised third edition of his eBay Business Handbook he reveals the secrets of his success.

Robert covers everything you need to know; from the eBay basics through to the creation and management of your own business. It gives you the information you need to use eBay to its full potential, to maximise returns and develop a robust online business.

This book has been written for anyone who has ever considered the idea of being their own boss. Whether you want to supplement an existing income or you want a complete change in lifestyle, this book is for you - giving you the confidence and knowledge you need to make that step.

Unlike many other eBay guides, this handbook is based on the personal experiences of an established Power Seller. Everything is covered; from the practical concerns of international sales to the purchase of packing materials. With a fresh, common sense approach to selling, the book includes many hints, tips and personal recommendations that can be applied to all of your eBay activities.One of the most valuable sections is the one dedicated to finding stock to sell. Where traders obtain their stock is a closely guarded secret and often finding where to buy can be quite daunting. This guide tells you where to look, how to buy from different sources and, perhaps the most interesting of all, how to use eBay as a source of goods.

Discover how the author went from zero to over 25,000 positive feedbacks (and counting). From the very first LP record to the family car, he has sold items into almost every corner of the globe and taken every form of payment known to man. Anybody can do this, just follow the simple steps in this guide, dedicate the time, and soon you too could be living the eBay dream.

About the Author

After 24 years working for the same company, and many years within the corporate sales division, Bob Pugh realised it was time for a change. He began selling on eBay in January 2003, initially by clearing his house of unwanted items, with very little knowledge of computers and no experience of selling via the internet. The first few months proved to be a steep learning curve. But he soon became an established eBay Power Seller and has sold over 36,000 items. Now, aged 43, he has retired from full time work and uses eBay to generate an income as and when it is required. He is also editor of the popular website and blog, www.ebaybulletin.co.uk.

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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Essential for any Ebayer 14 Jun 2007
By GG
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I'd read a few Ebay self help books before trying Robert's and only wish I'd read his first!

As a seller, this has book has become totally invaluable. It is written in a very friendly manner, is easy to understand and is a total minefield of information. I now have scraps of paper marking many many pages of "projects" I want to have a go at, and his instructions are so easy to follow.

It is written in a style that makes it appear as though a friend is guiding you through the pages, and is neither too easy or too hard to follow. And it covers absolutely everything you could possible want or need to know, from creating your listing to the taxation implications.

He's also passed on a lot of tips which have really improved my sales and relationship with my customers.

He also has a free weekly email newsletter (advertised on the front cover) which is fantastic for keeping you up to date on Ebay news.

If you are thinking about purchasing a book on Ebay - don't look any further as they don't come better than this!
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101 of 106 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars Only worthwhile for absolute novices... 20 May 2008
By mark
Format:Paperback
OK, I realise that I'm sticking my neck out by disagreeing with most of the reviews here, but I was disappointed with this book.

That said, if you are a complete beginner to ebay and only intend to make a small amount of money from it, then it's probably for you - it covers all the basics in detail.

My main disappointment though is that it all seems rather obvious - anyone who has sold 2 or 3 items will know 90% of what is in this book.

A final point - do not buy this book if you intend to make a living, or a significant income, from ebay. Even in the introduction, where the author should be grabbing the reader's attention, he points out that a busy day nets him about £100 - before tax. Hardly a fortune. The fact that he considers this a good day, and moots taking the next day off because of it, does not speak of a man with ambition.

If you want some basic advice on selling low-value items and are new to ebay, then this book probably gives good advice. If your sights are set higher, don't bother.
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96 of 101 people found the following review helpful
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I was not new to eBay when I read this book, but wanted to build a business and work from home. After reading Robert Pugh's personal diary, I was convinced that this was achievable. Having taken his advice on where to locate stock, the benefits of using HTML codes and how to use several photographs at no additional cost, I now sell on eBay for a living. This book is a must for anyone wanting to start their own business, whether they are new to eBay or are an established user. It is full of hints, tips and recommendations, is written in plain English and you really will not be disappointed!
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent easy to read ebay bible!! 16 Aug 2007
Format:Paperback
Well... my dad originally bought this book to try and get himself buying and selling on eBay. Needless to say he didn't get very far reading it because it somehow ended up in my possession because i just couldn't put it down. Now im not very computer literate but this book make it so easy to begin selling and buying on ebay. It is written in a very easy to read style and is also written so you can just dip in and out of it when you need something. Its an excellent book and i would highly recommed it to anybody wishing to buy or sell, or start a business on ebay.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Essential book for any ebay seller 19 July 2007
Format:Paperback
This book is an excellent read for anyone interested in selling on ebay. It does not matter wether your an ebay virgin or an old hand.
Very easy to dip in and out of it. I found it hard to put down. A must buy for anyone who is thinking about selling on ebay. GREAT BOOK by an excellent author.
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35 of 37 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect! 6 Jun 2006
Format:Paperback
This books is one of the best starting points you need to start making money on ebay. I work in a bookshop myself and got bored one day and came accross this book. I starting reading it and now I have a good knowledge on how to sell things on ebay. It is written by an experienced gentleman who is very willing to help others in their ebay business!! Brill read!!
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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
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Use this book if you're just starting out as an eBay business. Keep it by your PC as you'll find yourself referring to it again and again. It's full of useful information, helpful and funny anecdotes, PLUS it's also got a link to the author's website, where he will personally reply to any questions you may have. It also tells you where in the UK and on the Web to source items to sell. This book is a must for those who want to start selling on eBay.co.uk, there are no Americanisms to wade through, no US laws, everything is geared towards the UK eBayer.

I'm just starting out, so I won't be using HTML as yet, but it's great to know that when I've reached the stage when I want to improve on my listings, the book is already by my PC.

Well done Mollybol!
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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A definite must have! 19 Aug 2007
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I'm computer literate, but have always shied away from eBay thinking it 'geeky'and time consuming - but with a friend now averaging £2000 a month selling there, I've revised my opinion. I needed to learn as much as I could as quickly as possible and spent time on Amazon looking at many different books on the subject. Most are American, and although that is no bad thing, they are a written for a different audience. I will be working on eBay UK and needed something specific to here.
Having read the reviews below, I decided to buy Bob's book and have no complaints whatsoever. Few authors can pull you in quickly and talk to you as a friend, but Bob has the knack, (and the knowledge) to help you get started very quickly. He offers every buyer of his book unlimited email access to him for advice, and his newsletters are invaluable.
If you're new to eBay,this is all you need to hit the ground running.
Drop it in your shopping cart - you won't be disappointed.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Handbook on ebay
Interesting read and quite humorous in places. Had some good tips. Not as much information on where to get stock from as I would of liked. Read more
Published 10 days ago by Caroline Savage
5.0 out of 5 stars Really helpful book
After reading this book I was brave enough to list my first items. I'm sure that I will be returning to it for guidance many times in the future. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Sue F
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
Ive been on eBay for 5+ years just selling things around the house, but have been thinking about starting a business for a while. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Book Worm
4.0 out of 5 stars Great refresher
An excellent book for refreshing you on the basics. And those are the things that matter. I'd recommend this book to anyone considering using eBay seriously. Read more
Published 2 months ago by John Fowler
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read
A very informative book and a great place to get a 'crash course' on selling on ebay.

Only small issue is that the product sourcing section was a little brief.
Published 3 months ago by K t
4.0 out of 5 stars Recommended
Bought this for my ebay business found very useful indeed. Thought I knew most thingas about selling on ebay but this certainly showed me some more!!
Published 4 months ago by Mrs. E. J. Mcbrien
5.0 out of 5 stars Review
Fantastic food for thought

Will try my luck with eBay feeling more confident now. I aim to make money soon.
Published 5 months ago by Jenny Croome
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent guidebook. Not just for beginners!!
If you are new to eBay then this book will take you by the hand and show you how to sell and how to maximize your items telling potential. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mistermark21
5.0 out of 5 stars Good
Have read right through, excellent explanations, so hoping now to make my fortune following Robert's tips. Easily read and easily understood, now to put everything into operation.
Published 6 months ago by brandywalker
1.0 out of 5 stars Total tosh don't bother
If I could have given this book no stars I would have done. Quite frankly there is nothing in this book which can't be found online for free "how to sell on Ebay" can be found on... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Izzy45
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