Book Review: What to Sell on eBay and Where to Get It

(by Chris Malta and Lisa Suttora,  copyright 2006 by the McGraw-Hill Companies.  eBay is a registered trademark of eBay, Inc.)

Really, I guess this will be a Chapter Review, since I'm not done with the first chapter yet!  I just started this book a couple nights ago, and I've already learned something.  I bought it hoping to get some information about market research and product selection.  The whole book discusses developing a product line and product sourcing, but market research goes hand in hand with that.  I've already gotten several good ideas, so I think this book will be a great resource for me, and one that I'll keep to refer back to when I need a refresher. 

Chapter 1, Fundamentals of Product Selection, discusses myths and fundamentals of product selection.  I'm hoping to bolster my skills in not only selecting products that consumers want to buy, but also in doing the necessary research and planning, so that I'm not at a loss when there's a trend shift.

You can pick up your own copy here, or try the local library.  If you're looking to boost your skills in identifying your market and market research, trend predicting, product sourcing and similar topics, I recommend this book!  Other chapters will discuss The Product Sourcing Mindset, Idea Hotspots, How to Find and Identify a Niche Market, Getting Legal, Wholesalers, and the pitfalls to avoid while you're chasing  your dream products!

Have a SAFE and Happy New Year!  I have a feeling that 2010 is going to be GREAT!