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What skills or knowledge do you already have?
What products or trends are growing online?
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Denmark is known for high quality and well designed goods.
I have cutlery and other assorted tableware from Denmark that I have been using for decades. Also known for really nice furniture but that is mostly a shipping problem (very costly) so I would not go that route.
Start out with things you no longer want... then you can get a feel for how it works on something you don't have a lot invested in (beyond what you originally bought it for, but that's why I said stuff you no longer want).
Start out with things you no longer want... then you can get a feel for how it works on something you don't have a lot invested in (beyond what you originally bought it for, but that's why I said stuff you no longer want).
C.
Further to this, because you're in Denmark, you can probably sell lots of things that are common to you, but not available elsewhere. I happen to like marzipan chocolate bars and buy the by the box full when I travel there. I see lots of listings for candy in other countries.
You also get cool new coins issued by the bank several times a year, get a roll of those and list them as singles (other people do it, but there's not that many other people selling Danish coins that you would find it very hard to compete.
I've seen listings for different flavours of fisherman's friend (flavours not available to me in Canada or others in the US).
None of these things is a huge investment and people might pay good money for something they can't get at home.
I highly recommend selling items that you have knowledge of,or can easily gain knowledge, No one can really tell you what to sell or what will bring you profit, sourcing items can be a difficult task, You need to purchase your inventory at the lowest price possible, Also check the competition's pricing on the same or similar items, which can also be difficult because here the same item can be at a staggering difference in price, Also review ebays selling policies before getting involved with anything, If you can live with their policies & fees then you should continue, Good Luck!
I see you are located in Denmark. Many Sellers get started selling things around their house that they no longer want or need. I suggest you start by selling domestically in your country or the UK before going further out internationally.
You might also benefit connecting with other members on the UK Community, here is a convenient link for you: Home - UK eBay Community
What to sell? "It's all ball bearings nowadays." - Irwin M. Fletcher 🙂
Otherwise:
1) Good photos. Why is this first? Because people don't read.
2) Quality Titles and Descriptions.
3) Fast turnaround times for shipping. We live in the 'Amazon Prime' world now, so people expect to see 'your purchase has shipped' as quickly as possible.
4) Customer service. - A successful business lives and dies on how it treats its customers.
I can't tell you what to sell but I can point out a few things about selling.
The first thing to do is familiarize yourself with some of eBay's policies, especially the Money Back Guarantee, to see if this is even something you want to do. eBay is a lot of work and there are a lot of rules and policies that must be followed. You don't get to "do as you want"; you have to do as eBay says. As a new seller, the money from things you sell will be held for 30 days; this will lessen as you establish yourself.
Since you are just trying to figure things out, start with a few smaller things that you don't have to invest much money in. It's summer so there are a lot of garage sales going on. Go to some and look for a few items that you think might be resellable. Be aware that clothing, books, and electronics are some of the most over-saturated items on the internet. Also, as a new seller, you would be a prime target for scammers if you sell electronic items. Don't sell anything expensive, at least until you get some experience under your belt.
Regardless of what eBay suggests, don't do auctions. Only do Buy it Now. Auctions work best for rare, unique or highly collectible items. Do Not Dropship anything; that's only asking for trouble.
Keep in mind that there will be eBay fees to pay. You can't make money if you sell something for a couple of bucks unless you can sell hundreds or thousands of them. If you want to make it a "business", you will have to spend a LOT of time sourcing items, photographing and listing, answering questions, and shipping the item. Because of Ebay's Money Back Guarantee, buyers have 30 days to return an item, and if they bypass this for some reason and go directly to their payment source (such as a credit card chargeback), this can be up to 180 days after the sale.
You'll have to do the leg work and hustle to find something you can buy low enough to flip for a profit. It is work. EBay is not for lazy people. You don't just get to press a few buttons on your phone and the money fairy appears. Start today and spend a few hours looking for products. Nobody can or will do that for you.
muha_692706
·1 year agoIf you want to start a business but don't know what to sell, start by asking:
What problems do people around you face?
What skills or knowledge do you already have?
What products or trends are growing online?
Start small:
explore digital products, reselling, handmade goods, or service-based offers. Research, test ideas, and listen to customer feedback. You don’t need a perfect idea—just one that solves a need.
Want a list of trending business ideas to help you decide?
krazzykats
·1 year agoNorwegian Rosemaling Art on just about anything.
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slippinjimmy
·1 year agoSell what you know.....know what you sell!
Denmark is known for high quality and well designed goods.
I have cutlery and other assorted tableware from Denmark that I have been using for decades. Also known for really nice furniture but that is mostly a shipping problem (very costly) so I would not go that route.
simba6
·1 year agoStart small and work your way up. Have boxes and packing on hand before you list items.
sin-n-dex
·1 year agoStart out with things you no longer want... then you can get a feel for how it works on something you don't have a lot invested in (beyond what you originally bought it for, but that's why I said stuff you no longer want).
C.
sin-n-dex
·1 year agoFurther to this, because you're in Denmark, you can probably sell lots of things that are common to you, but not available elsewhere. I happen to like marzipan chocolate bars and buy the by the box full when I travel there. I see lots of listings for candy in other countries.
You also get cool new coins issued by the bank several times a year, get a roll of those and list them as singles (other people do it, but there's not that many other people selling Danish coins that you would find it very hard to compete.
I've seen listings for different flavours of fisherman's friend (flavours not available to me in Canada or others in the US).
None of these things is a huge investment and people might pay good money for something they can't get at home.
C.
inhawaii
·1 year agoI would look in to vintage belt buckles.
redlinear
·1 year agoUsed Clothing is an upcoming new niche
That maybe true but that category is very over saturated.
theteamsetguy
·1 year ago@ebooksdiva ,
Maybe that is not the case on Ebay Denmark.
slippinjimmy
·1 year agoPerhaps but since there is no "eBay Denmark" by default there is no over saturation of anything.
meme6253
·1 year agoI highly recommend selling items that you have knowledge of,or can easily gain knowledge, No one can really tell you what to sell or what will bring you profit, sourcing items can be a difficult task, You need to purchase your inventory at the lowest price possible, Also check the competition's pricing on the same or similar items, which can also be difficult because here the same item can be at a staggering difference in price, Also review ebays selling policies before getting involved with anything, If you can live with their policies & fees then you should continue, Good Luck!
mr_lincoln
·1 year agoHi @sebaref94
I see you are located in Denmark. Many Sellers get started selling things around their house that they no longer want or need. I suggest you start by selling domestically in your country or the UK before going further out internationally.
You might also benefit connecting with other members on the UK Community, here is a convenient link for you: Home - UK eBay Community
sebaref94
OP1 year agoThanks for your advice, I will look into it.
fredoniacoinandtreasure
·1 year agoIt's usually best to sell something you are familiar with, something you know about. Perhaps something that relates to a job you have had or a hobby.
rosszonebricks
·1 year agoWhat to sell? "It's all ball bearings nowadays." - Irwin M. Fletcher 🙂
Otherwise:
1) Good photos. Why is this first? Because people don't read.
2) Quality Titles and Descriptions.
3) Fast turnaround times for shipping. We live in the 'Amazon Prime' world now, so people expect to see 'your purchase has shipped' as quickly as possible.
4) Customer service. - A successful business lives and dies on how it treats its customers.
pickapaper
·1 year agoI can't tell you what to sell but I can point out a few things about selling.
The first thing to do is familiarize yourself with some of eBay's policies, especially the Money Back Guarantee, to see if this is even something you want to do. eBay is a lot of work and there are a lot of rules and policies that must be followed. You don't get to "do as you want"; you have to do as eBay says. As a new seller, the money from things you sell will be held for 30 days; this will lessen as you establish yourself.
Since you are just trying to figure things out, start with a few smaller things that you don't have to invest much money in. It's summer so there are a lot of garage sales going on. Go to some and look for a few items that you think might be resellable. Be aware that clothing, books, and electronics are some of the most over-saturated items on the internet. Also, as a new seller, you would be a prime target for scammers if you sell electronic items. Don't sell anything expensive, at least until you get some experience under your belt.
Regardless of what eBay suggests, don't do auctions. Only do Buy it Now. Auctions work best for rare, unique or highly collectible items. Do Not Dropship anything; that's only asking for trouble.
Keep in mind that there will be eBay fees to pay. You can't make money if you sell something for a couple of bucks unless you can sell hundreds or thousands of them. If you want to make it a "business", you will have to spend a LOT of time sourcing items, photographing and listing, answering questions, and shipping the item. Because of Ebay's Money Back Guarantee, buyers have 30 days to return an item, and if they bypass this for some reason and go directly to their payment source (such as a credit card chargeback), this can be up to 180 days after the sale.
toysaver
·1 year agoYou'll have to do the leg work and hustle to find something you can buy low enough to flip for a profit. It is work. EBay is not for lazy people. You don't just get to press a few buttons on your phone and the money fairy appears. Start today and spend a few hours looking for products. Nobody can or will do that for you.