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Ready to Resell

Welcome to Ready to Resell, the ultimate destination for anyone looking to unlock the secrets of successful reselling! If you’ve ever wondered how savvy entrepreneurs turn a profit by buying and selling, you’re in the right place. In each episode, we dive deep into the dynamic world of reselling, providing you with valuable insights, expert interviews, and practical tips to kickstart or enhance your reselling journey. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to thrive in the reselling game. Join your hosts Leah and Kayla, two reselling enthusiast with a passion for uncovering the strategies that make reselling a lucrative venture. From sourcing the hottest products to mastering online marketplaces, we cover it all. And with more than 25 years of combined experience, we have seen and done it all! Expect to gain a deeper understanding of market trends, pricing strategies, and the tools of the trade that can elevate your reselling game. We explore platforms like eBay, Poshmark, Mercari, and other emerging marketplaces, keeping you up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies that can give you a competitive edge. Whether you’re reselling as a side hustle or aiming to build a full-time business, our podcast is your go-to resource for actionable advice and inspiration. Subscribe now and embark on a journey of financial independence through the art of reselling. Get ready to turn thrift store finds, online bargains, and overlooked treasures into profitable ventures. Are you ready to turn your passion for reselling into a thriving business? Tune in to Ready to Resell and let the reselling revolution begin!
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Episodes

eBay Live Deep Dive: Series Launch & What's Coming

Join Leah and Kayla as they kick off their multi-part series about becoming beta testers for eBay's new live auction platform! After years of focusing primarily on Poshmark, these seasoned resellers share the surprising story of how they were selected for eBay's exclusive beta program and what it really takes to get accepted. In this episode, you'll discover: The rigorous application process for eBay Live beta testing (hint: it's not just a simple Google form!) What eBay looks for in beta tester...

Jul 07, 202518 minSeason 2Ep. 19

Live Show Auction Disasters & How to Bounce Back Like a Reseller Pro

Ready to dive into the chaotic, hilarious, and sometimes panic-inducing world of live auctions? Join Leah and Kayla as they spill ALL the things that can (and will) go wrong during your live selling shows! From their hundreds of live selling sessions, the hosts have collected quite the arsenal of "oops" moments and recovery strategies. They'll walk you through everything from connectivity nightmares that leave you frozen on screen to those heart-stopping moments when a buyer accidentally bids $2...

Jun 21, 202529 minSeason 2Ep. 18

The Good, The Bad, The Ugly: Buyer Complaints About Live Auction Sellers

In this episode of Ready to Resell, hosts Leah and Kayla flip the script to examine live auctions from the buyer's perspective. After diving deep into reseller forums and communities, they share the most common complaints buyers have about live auction experiences across platforms like Poshmark, Whatnot, eBay, TikTok, and Instagram. The hosts discuss key buyer pet peeves including overly loud music, constant yelling at viewers, addressing buyers as "chat" instead of by name, excessive profanity,...

Jun 15, 202529 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Why Your Listings Aren't Selling: A Buyer's Honest Take

Ever wonder why some of your listings just sit there collecting digital dust while others fly off the virtual shelves? In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla dive deep into the buyer's perspective and share exactly what makes potential customers scroll past your items or click that "buy now" button. They are spilling all the tea on what works and what doesn't when it comes to photos, descriptions, and overall presentation. From the importance of that crucial cover shot to avoiding di...

Jun 06, 202523 minSeason 2Ep. 16

Navigating the Reselling Business When Sales Are Slow

Join hosts Leah and Kayla for part two of their essential series on thriving as a reseller during challenging economic times. As shipping costs soar and consumer spending tightens, this episode dives deep into practical strategies for maintaining and growing your reselling business. In this episode, Leah and Kayla explore why the current economic downturn actually presents unique opportunities for smart resellers. They discuss how reduced competition in bulk purchasing and auctions creates bette...

Jun 02, 202516 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Pivot, Pause, or Persist: Reselling in an Uncertain Market Economy

In this timely episode of Ready to Resell, hosts Leah and Kayla tackle the pressing economic challenges facing resellers in today's uncertain market. With inflation driving up costs and sales slowing across platforms, the hosts share their personal experiences and practical strategies for adaptation. What you'll learn: How the current economic climate is affecting the reselling industry Why diversifying your selling platforms is more crucial than ever Creative ways to pivot your business model d...

May 16, 202523 minSeason 2Ep. 14

The Estate Sale Survivor's Guide: Sale Day Tips & After-Action Plans

In this final installment of our estate sale series, hosts Leah and Kayla guide you through the critical day-of-sale operations and post-sale strategies. Learn essential tips for running a successful estate sale, including: How to conduct final walk-throughs and properly set up your checkout area Managing security for valuable items and preventing theft Handling early bird shoppers and appointment-only viewings Strategies for dealing with difficult customers and price negotiations End-of-sale te...

May 09, 202520 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Estate Sale Planning: Dates, Promotion, and Final Preparations

In this informative continuation of their estate sale series, hosts Leah and Kayla of Ready to Resell dive deep into the crucial aspects of scheduling, marketing, and setting up for a successful estate sale. The episode offers practical guidance on selecting the optimal dates for your sale, including considerations for holidays, local events, and personal schedule constraints. The hosts share their expertise on creating effective advertising strategies across multiple platforms—from Facebook Mar...

Apr 26, 202525 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Estate Sale Secrets: Execution, Setup & Pricing Strategies for Resellers

In this second installment of their estate sale series, hosts Leah and Kayla dive into the practical aspects of conducting a successful estate sale as a reseller. They share crucial insights on timing, organization, pricing, and research techniques. From determining how long to allocate for setup to navigating the challenges of valuing unfamiliar items, they offer concrete advice based on their real-world experiences. The hosts emphasize the importance of thorough research, proper item display, ...

Apr 19, 202525 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Beyond Thrifting: How to Break Into the Estate Sale Business

In this episode of Ready to Resell, hosts Leah and Kayla kick off a new series all about estate sales! They dive into the world of estate selling from a reseller's perspective, sharing their experiences and insights on how to navigate this unique branch of the reselling business. The hosts discuss the key differences between estate sales, garage sales, and moving sales, while exploring the emotional aspects of handling someone else's belongings. They cover essential considerations when getting s...

Apr 09, 202521 minSeason 2Ep. 9

The AI Communication Hack Every Reseller Needs to Know

Attention online resellers! In the latest episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla dive deep into the transformative world of AI for small business customer service. Join them as they unpack how artificial intelligence can be your secret weapon in handling everything from tricky customer inquiries to crafting professional, empathetic responses across multiple selling platforms. Drawing from their own experiences, the hosts share real-world examples of using AI to navigate challenging customer ...

Mar 25, 202518 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Social Media Simplified: How AI Can Transform Your Reselling Business

In this episode of Ready to Resell, hosts Kayla and Leah continue their series on Artificial Intelligence with Part 3, focusing specifically on how resellers can use AI to revolutionize their social media marketing strategy. The hosts share their personal experiences streamline content creation, generate platform-specific posts, and save valuable time that can be redirected to other aspects of their business. Episode Highlights: Discover how AI tools an help generate creative content ideas, capt...

Mar 18, 202520 minSeason 2Ep. 7

AI Tools Every Reseller Should Be Using

In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla continue their multi-part series on artificial intelligence in the reselling world—this time focusing on AI tools for listing optimization! From enhancing product images to auto-generating titles and descriptions, they dive into how resellers can use AI to save time and money while also avoiding common pitfalls. They discuss AI-powered photo editing, background removal, and image enhancement tools like Canva and Snapseed, as well as how platform...

Mar 08, 202523 minSeason 2Ep. 6

AI: The Virtual Assistant Every Reseller Need

Hey reseller fam! Still writing those listings by hand? Spending hours researching comps? Well, guess what - there's a better way! In this episode of Ready to Resell, your favorite reselling duo Leah and Kayla spill the tea (or coffee!) on how AI is already making reseller life easier (whether you know it or not!). Sure, we were all promised flying cars by 2025, but instead we got something way better - smart tools that can help us crush our reselling goals! From a 4-year-old wondering where "th...

Feb 21, 202520 minSeason 2Ep. 5

The Strategic Pivot: Reshaping Your Business for Major Changes

In this enlightening episode of Ready to Resell, host Leah welcomes special guest Corrie, a serial entrepreneur in the wedding industry, for an intimate discussion about navigating major life changes while running a business. As the owner of 333 Designs and multiple other ventures, Corrie shares her candid journey of preparing her wedding and event design company for maternity leave – and the realities that followed. From setting up a nursery in her flower shop to developing custom software solu...

Feb 12, 202526 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Real People, Real Sales: How to Spot the Bot as a Reseller

Are you confused about why you’re suddenly getting hundreds of followers in your Poshmark Closet? What about all of those comments and questions as soon as you post a new item? In this episode of Ready to Resell, hosts Kayla and Leah dive deep into the rise of bots and how to find genuine customer interactions. Learn how to build authentic relationships, engage with real customers, and boost your sales by moving beyond automated interactions and creating meaningful connections in the reselling c...

Feb 04, 202518 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Navigating Personal Change: A Reseller's Unexpected Journey

In this powerful episode of Ready to Resell, host Leah shares her profound personal experience of facing a near-fatal childbirth and unexpected hysterectomy. With special guest Trisha, she explores the intersections of personal transformation, entrepreneurial resilience, and the importance of flexibility in business and life. Discover how unexpected changes can reshape our perspectives on health, family, and professional adaptability. Happy Reselling! ☺️ Become a Reselling Pro with Binin, the re...

Jan 23, 202543 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Is Reselling Legal? Understanding the Rules and Restrictions

Is it legal to be a reseller? This is one of the top questions new sellers have about the world of Reselling. Hosts Leah and Kayla tackle this important question from listener Christine about the legalities of reselling and discuss key considerations including: First Sale Doctrine, which makes reselling legal Proper use of brand names and trademarks Prohibited items across different platforms Complex copyright issues The hosts share personal experiences with platform restrictions and flagged lis...

Jan 09, 202528 minSeason 2Ep. 1

The Smart Reseller's Guide to Handling Lowball Offers

Every reseller faces them: those surprisingly low offers that test your patience and business savvy. In this practical episode, veteran resellers Leah and Kayla shares proven strategies for transforming challenging offers into successful sales. You'll learn: The secret sauce behind why buyers lowball (and how to work it to your advantage!) Why emotion is your biggest enemy when dealing with low offers (and how to keep it in check) The hidden opportunity in every lowball offer (hint: it's not alw...

Dec 24, 202423 minSeason 1Ep. 50

Business Curveballs: Your Survival Guide to Riding the Wave of Change!

In today's hyper-dynamic business landscape, the ability to pivot and adapt isn't just an advantage—it's survival. Join Leah and Kayla as we break down the art of business flexibility to make those turbulent times a win! We'll explore practical approaches to: Recognize early signs of market shifts Develop a flexible business mindset Make intelligent, data-driven pivots Maintain customer trust during transitions You'll learn how to view change not as a threat, but as an opportunity for innovation...

Dec 18, 202418 minEp. 49

Surviving (and Thriving) While Working with Your Spouse

In this candid and insightful episode, join Ready to Resell as we dive deep into the unique challenges and unexpected rewards of running a small business alongside your life partner. How do successful couples manage the blurry lines between professional collaboration and personal relationship? Married founders Leah and Collins share their raw, unfiltered experiences of working side-by-side, revealing the strategies that help them maintain both business success and marital harmony. They'll explor...

Dec 10, 202418 minSeason 1Ep. 48

Loss Leader Strategy: How Free Giveaways Can Boost Your Reseller Profits

Ready to take your reselling business to the next level? In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla dive deep into the psychology of loss leaders - a powerful pricing strategy used by major retailers that you can adapt for your Closet. Learn how strategically pricing certain items below market value can attract buyers and increase your overall sales. Plus, discover the brand new Poshmark giveaway system that's helping sellers build loyal followings and drive consistent engagement. We'll ...

Nov 23, 202421 minSeason 1Ep. 47

Staying Safe on Facebook Marketplace - A Guide for Buyers and Sellers

Are you buying and selling on Facebook Marketplace but worried about getting scammed? In this essential episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla break down the most common marketplace scams and share battle-tested strategies to protect yourself online. Whether you're a seasoned reseller or just getting started, you'll learn: Red flags that signal a potential scammer (hint: if it sounds too good to be true...) Best practices for safe meetups and transactions How to verify legitimate buyers and ...

Nov 12, 202420 minEp. 46

How Knowing Your Numbers Equals More Profit for Resellers

Here we go again - Leah and Kayla tackle the 3rd (and final) episode of Poshmark Analytics. As you can see, this is a HUGELY important topic to understand in order to grow your reselling business! By analyzing data, resellers can identify their best-selling products, understand buyer behavior, optimize pricing, and make data-driven decisions to grow their online businesses. They can spot seasonal trends, understand which marketing tactics are working, and find opportunities to improve the custom...

Nov 04, 202424 minSeason 1Ep. 45

Why Manual Crosslisting Beats Automation: A Reseller's Guide to Success

Thinking about using a crosslisting app to scale your reselling business? In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla dive deep into why these seemingly time-saving tools might actually be hurting your bottom line. Learn why seasoned resellers are moving away from automated crosslisting and embracing manual methods. We'll cover: Why automated listings often fail to capture item nuances and key selling points How crosslisting apps can lead to costly inventory management mistakes The import...

Oct 25, 202425 minEp. 44

From Data to Dollars: Poshmark Analytics for Smart Sourcing

In today’s episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla continue their conversation into leveraging Poshmark's analytics tools to boost your reselling success. Learn how to interpret sales data, identify top-performing brands, and optimize your inventory. We'll cover key metrics to watch, seasonal trends, and practical tips for using these insights to increase your profits on the platform. Happy Reselling! ☺️ Become a Reselling Pro with Binin, the reseller Inventory app - 30 day FREE trial - www.B...

Oct 09, 202421 minSeason 1Ep. 43

The Weight Game: Choosing Your Ideal Reselling Shipping Strategy

In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla break down the crucial difference between weighted and unweighted shipping for e-commerce businesses. Learn which platforms do which type of shipping, and how to choose the right option to maximize profits and keep customers happy. We'll cover: Defining weighted and unweighted shipping Pros and cons of each method When to use weighted vs unweighted shipping Tips for accurate cost calculation Common pitfalls to avoid Whether you're new to online ...

Oct 02, 202419 minSeason 1Ep. 42

Poshmark Power Tools: Leveraging Seller Analytics for Success

Welcome back to Ready to Resell! In today’s podcast, Leah and Kayla dive into Poshmark's powerful seller analytics tools and show you how to leverage them to supercharge your reselling business. By interpreting your sales performance metrics, you'll have the knowledge to transform raw data into a roadmap for success. So get out your pen and notebook and get ready to unlock the full potential of your Poshmark store and join the ranks of data-savvy top sellers! Happy Reselling! ☺️ Become a Reselli...

Sep 26, 202421 minSeason 1Ep. 41

Scammer Alert: Top 3 Fraud Tactics Every Online Reseller Must Know

In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah & Kayla dive into the dark world of online reselling scams. Learn to protect your business by identifying common scammer tactics, including: Taking transactions off platforms Hacking real profiles Return fraud tricks We'll break down how each scam works and provide practical tips to spot red flags and safeguard your online store. Whether you're new to reselling or a seasoned pro, this essential guide will help you stay one step ahead of fraudsters. Ha...

Sep 16, 202416 minEp. 40

Bundling Basics: Boost Your Poshmark Sales and Savings

In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla dive into Poshmark's powerful bundling feature and how it can boost your sales as a seller and save you money as a buyer. Learn how to: Set up attractive bundle discounts to encourage multiple purchases Strategically group items to increase average order value Use the bundle feature to negotiate private deals with buyers Optimize your closet for bundle-friendly shopping As a buyer, leverage bundles to score better deals and save on shipping Whet...

Sep 11, 202423 minEp. 39
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