In this episode of the ’What Sold’ podcast, the Brandon and Matt discuss their current transition phase, focusing on shifting from eBay to the Whatnot platform for online auctions. Matt shares his positive experiences selling on Whatnot, along with the challenges faced, and the technology and strategies he uses for efficient auctions. They also touch upon eBay’s shifting landscape and its impact on sellers. Additionally, they briefly discuss the broader themes of business flexibility and the constant need to adapt to changing environments. The episode concludes with Matt showcasing several unique items he recently sold on Whatnot.com, including a vintage magnifying glass, a brass door knocker, an antique photo album, and a vintage soda sign.

The What Sold Podcast

What Sold Podcast

The What Sold Podcast - Episode 102 - What The What (Not)?!?!?

OCT 1, 202537 MIN
The What Sold Podcast

The What Sold Podcast - Episode 102 - What The What (Not)?!?!?

OCT 1, 202537 MIN

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In this episode of the 'What Sold' podcast, the Brandon and Matt discuss their current transition phase, focusing on shifting from eBay to the Whatnot platform for online auctions. Matt shares his positive experiences selling on Whatnot, along with the challenges faced, and the technology and strategies he uses for efficient auctions. They also touch upon eBay's shifting landscape and its impact on sellers. Additionally, they briefly discuss the broader themes of business flexibility and the constant need to adapt to changing environments. The episode concludes with Matt showcasing several unique items he recently sold on Whatnot.com, including a vintage magnifying glass, a brass door knocker, an antique photo album, and a vintage soda sign.   00:00 Introduction and Podcast Transition   01:07 Matt's Experience with Online Auctions   01:57 Setting Up and Running Whatnot Shows   05:46 Challenges and Strategies in Live Auctions   13:33 Integrating YouTube and Whatnot   15:02 Adapting to Market Changes   20:46 Navigating eBay's Payment Policies   21:06 Testing New Selling Platforms   21:36 Challenges with Consignment Sales   23:30 Exploring Whatnot for Sales   23:57 Learning from Different Categories   25:20 Marketing Strategies and Buyer Engagement   27:24 Dealing with Multiple Selling Platforms   28:00 Connecting with Potential Business Opportunities   30:51 Showcasing Recent Sales on Whatnot   34:31 Efficient Order Fulfillment on Whatnot   37:38 Future Plans and Scheduling Auctions   37:57 Conclusion and Next Steps   [email protected] The What Sold Podcast Subreddit   #whatsoldpodcast #rustythereseller #whatsold #reselling #ebaystore #sellingonebay #whatnot #auctions #sellingonwhatnot   Rusty the reseller: https://www.youtube.com/@RustyTheReseller   What Sold: https://www.youtube.com/@whatsold   Postcard Planet: https://www.youtube.com/@postcardplanet   What Sold Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc513e2aPbloS20mTwuv8bA