eBay Drop Off Store, Start Your Own

A new section of each course starts monthly. If enrolling in a series of two or more courses, please be sure to space the start date for each course at least two months apart.

All courses run for six weeks, with a two-week grace period at the end. Two lessons are released each week for the six-week duration of the course. You do not have to be present when lessons are released. You will have access to all lessons until the course ends. However, the interactive discussion area that accompanies each lesson will automatically close two weeks after the lesson is released. As such, we strongly recommend that you complete each lesson within two weeks of its release.

The final exam will be released on the same day as the last lesson. Once the final exam has been released, you will have two weeks to complete all of your course work, including the final exam.

Lesson 1
If you've ever wanted to try earning a living from eBay, you're in luck. Over the next six weeks, you'll learn how to open your own eBay drop off store. In this first lesson, we'll explore a basic inventory of the entrepreneur skills that will help you become a success on ebay, and you'll learn how to register with eBay so you can begin selling. We'll also go through a quick tutorial of PayPal so you can find out how to accept online payments.

Lesson 2
Any business-online or not-requires you to take some common first steps. Picking a name, deciding on a structure, and figuring out all the financial and legal aspects are all important investments in your future success. We'll walk through all of these basics in today's lesson.

Lesson 3
Have you ever heard the adage that "if you fail to plan, you plan to fail"? A good business plan will help you map out the kind of success that can bring your business both profits and longevity. Though every business plan will be different, they all have six criteria in common. You'll learn how to shape your plan around those elements in this lesson.

Lesson 4
The key to keeping a steady stream of business coming through your doors is a smart marketing plan. In today's lesson, you'll learn the basics of creating and implementing a marketing plan. If you want to know the secrets of attracting and satisfying the very people who will keep you in business, you'll get a lot out of this lesson!

Lesson 5
A store that's customer-friendly and efficient is fun to work in every day. On the other hand, a store that's difficult to navigate and not very welcoming makes work a drudgery. In this lesson, you'll learn the secrets for selecting the right location, attracting walk-in traffic, and organizing your workspace for maximum efficiency.

Lesson 6
Do you know how to set up a contract and quote service fees? Neither did I-in the beginning. But these are crucial elements in a successful drop off store business. Every day, you'll need to write contracts, quote fees, and control your inventory to maximize your efficiency. I promise it's not too difficult to organize these tasks once you're headed in the right direction, and I'll point you there in this lesson.

Lesson 7
There will be times when your walk-in traffic gets slow, so how can you keep your store going? Prospecting! Retailers, manufacturers, and nonprofits can give you a steady stream of eBay items. In this lesson, you'll, learn how to energize your inventory with additions from these unexpected sources.

Lesson 8
Did you know that you can secure your chances for eBay success long before you actually list an item? It all begins with smart research and killer photographs-the kind you're going to learn about in today's lesson.

Lesson 9
To be an eBay selling star, you have to create listings that stand out from the crowd. In this lesson, we'll look at some of the secrets for creating catchy titles, dynamite descriptions, and sizzling listings. Along the way, you'll pick up insider tips that will make the process a lot easier.

Lesson 10
If you want to see your sales explode, you have to be able to manage your listings. In this lesson, you'll discover all the ways that eBay can help you run your auctions more efficiently. Then you'll learn automation techniques that will save you time and effort while substantially increasing your bottom line.

Lesson 11
Are you ready to learn how to create customer delight and encourage repeat business? In this lesson, you'll take your eBay sales to the next level by learning how to build a reputation as a seller who's honest, customer service-oriented, and friendly. It's not as hard as you might think!

Lesson 12
Even the best eBay entrepreneurs are going to face some unexpected setbacks. From handling nonpaying bidders to avoiding scams and frauds, in our final lesson, you'll discover ways to protect and enhance your selling activities. Give yourself an edge by learning the best ways to curtail minor setbacks before they become major.