Post-Holiday Blues and Reselling Chat | Pocket Change Episode

In this laid-back episode of Pocket Change, Joel and his co-host dive into a casual conversation about their week, reselling updates, and the challenges they face post-New Year. They discuss the ups and downs of the reselling business, including the difficulties of January sales on eBay, the importance of having a solid shipping plan, and their thoughts on using AI for listings. The hosts also share amusing anecdotes, touch on Funko Pops collectors, and debate the effectiveness of different shipping services. Tune in for some light-hearted banter and valuable insights for resellers.

00:00 Introduction and Banter

01:19 Reflecting on the New Year

02:02 January Sales Struggles

04:12 AI Tools and Listing Strategies

06:15 Cross-Listing and Platform Expansion

18:57 Shipping Challenges and Cost Increases

29:58 Funko Pops and Collectibles

32:08 Wonder Woman and Funko Pops

32:28 Star Wars Lego Collection

33:47 Comic Book Shipping Dilemma

35:28 Packaging Materials and Costs

36:37 Shipping Challenges and Solutions

37:45 Dumpster Diving for Boxes

47:40 FedEx vs. UPS: Shipping Stories

55:28 eBay Returns and Tax Documents

56:56 Random Reseller Conversations

58:07 Concluding Thoughts and Sales

Pocket Change: New Year, New Goals & Listing StrategiesWelcome to the first episode of Pocket Change for the year! Join us for an engaging discussion about our podcast's evolution, focusing on listener feedback about video content and our goal-setting strategies for the year. We delve into the importance of continuous listing to maintain sales momentum, the impact of artificial intelligence on efficient listing processes, and Ben's upcoming move back home. Tune in for valuable insights into eBay selling tactics, understanding AI listants, and designing effective store management plans.00:00 Introduction and Opening Banter02:16 Podcast Evolution and Video Integration03:16 Challenges of Listening Platforms05:59 Sales and Listing Strategies15:38 Favorite Sales and Feedback24:07 Customer Feedback and Shipping Adjustments25:26 New Feedback Policy on eBay26:07 New Year Goals and Moving Plans27:57 AI Listing Tools and Cross-Listing29:40 Partnerships and Sponsorships30:49 Listing Strategies and Goals47:13 Final Thoughts and Store Upgrades

Pocket Change: Wrapping Up AI Tools & Reflecting on 154 EpisodesIn this special episode of Pocket Change, we wrap up our AI tool evaluations and reflect on reaching our 154th episode! We discuss our journey with various AI listing tools, giving you the inside scoop on what worked and what didn't. We also celebrate the incredible support from our listeners, marking milestones on Spotify and sharing some exciting stats. We chat about the highs and lows of eBay sales, explore the impact of AI-generated titles, and offer some heartfelt thanks. Plus, Ben introduces a fun new segment to the show. Whether you're a longtime fan or a first-time viewer, join us for some laughs, insights, and a look back at a memorable year. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe!00:00 Welcome Back to Pocket Change00:08 Reflecting on Past Episodes02:05 Spotify Wrap-Up and Listener Appreciation06:00 Discussing eBay Sales and Strategies09:24 Comic Book Sales and AI Tools22:35 Feedback and eBay Insights38:07 The Importance of Titles and Descriptions38:15 Debating the Value of Descriptions39:10 Challenges with eBay Returns39:55 Reviewing Easy Lister40:41 Pricing Comparisons and Alternatives45:07 Exploring Other Listing Tools53:18 List Easier: A Disappointment01:04:14 List Agent Pro: A Game Changer01:11:20 Final Thoughts and Farewell