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SquidBids is an awesome new tool from Squdioo for ebay sellers.SquidBids allows sellers to create custom lenses to promote their eBay auctions and stores. This is such an exciting new tool for eBay sellers. Check out what SquidBids can do for you!

Check out what Head Squid Seth Godin has to say about SquidBids! 

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My eBay Story 

I am a former eBay Power Seller and store owner who has been doing eBay since 1999. I started out selling junk in my basement and ran a very successful store for a little over a year. My problem was that I was becoming too successful and too busy. As a SAHM the store got the best of me (try packing boxes at 2am) and I have since gotten out of eBay and am now a lensmaster. My However my experience as an eBay seller, store owner and trainer (I have taught my entire family eBay) has given me a ton of insight into the world of eBay.

eBook by Megan Casey Editor-in-Chief at Squdioo 

Free Traffic - Revealing the Secrets of the New eBay Elite
Megan has written an awesome 52 page eBook about how to stand out on eBay. There are also some great tips from your fellow lensmasters.

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Why SquidBids Is So Awesome! 

I have learned that a good eBay store needs good exposure and marketing. Being "One in a Million" might be good if you're a super model but on eBay you'll just get lost in the crowd. So what's the answer? SquidBids. I truly believe that SquidBids is going to revolutionize eBay marketing.

SquidBids gives you the power to market your eBay auctions and store with a lens that you build. Simply by entering your eBay ID you can create a customizable lens in minutes. Add modules for photos, polls, links, and of course your eBay items to market your goods.

SquidBids Tips 

  • Enter your eBay ID exactly as it appears. SquidBids is case-sensitive.
  • Add photographs to your SquidBids lens. Show off what you have with a picture. Use the the Flickr or Text Modules for adding photos.
  • Create multiple SquidBids. Try to be specific in what you sell like Sock Monkey's, Lampwork Beads or Baby Clothes. Make a lens for each catagory. You can then create a regular Squidoo lens or group and feature all of your SquidBids in one place for even more exposure.
  • Give buyers a reason to buy from "you". Let them know that your items come from a smoke-free home, are shipped the next day or are packed with extra special care.
  • Show off your good feedback rating.
  • Let your customer's add testimonials using a Text List Plexo or have them rate you with a Poll.
  • Sell eBay How-To books and products that compliment your eBay auction using the Amazon Module. For example if your sell Wilton Cake Pans on eBay set up an Amazon Module to sell other Wilton products. If you sell baby clothes set up an Amazon Module for crib bedding.
  • Show off your goods with a YouTube Video Module. Just think how effect a marketing tool it would be to have a video of the car, motorcycle or house that you are selling on eBay?
  • Offer your eBay store customers weekly incentives like free shipping, holiday specials or clearance merchandise. You can update your SquidBids lenses daily so encourage people to bookmark you for future savings events. This is a really great way to create a following for your store. When I ran my bead store my repeat customers were the most loyal.
  • Always add a guestbook so that people can leave you comments.

Create Your Own SquidBids

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Guestbook 

trsmurali

Thanks for providing the information..

Posted July 18, 2008
kiwisoutback

Nice work! I don't sell as much as I used to on eBay for the same reasons (late nights, lots of stuff in the house), but it does teach you plenty about selling online. I featured this one on our how to write an eBay auction lens!

Posted July 06, 2008
sellingnicestuff

Great lens.... learning about Squidbids. Great feature! Ebay sellers here.

Posted June 24, 2008
ElizabethJeanAllen

I have yet to delve into the e-bay arena. Some days I want to and others not. I know I can make money with it and that is a consideration, but I like to write. I'm not sure if I'm willing to give up the time needed to start a store.
I'm favoring this lens. If and when I make that decision I'll be back.
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Lizzy

Posted June 12, 2008
chefkeem

Than you so much for this great tutorial and inspiration lens, Bonnie! I just made my first SquidBid on Agasweet flavored agave nectar. I'm excited! 5*s, fav'd and l'rolled

Posted June 03, 2008
bipolarmomma

awesome!

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Posted November 15, 2007
JanaMurray

Looking forward to doing eBay utilizing SquidBid! Great lens :)

Posted November 03, 2007
jato

I will be using your info for eBay that for sure! Thanks

Posted November 02, 2007
GypsyPirate

You did a great job with this to get the information out. I lensrolled it to the SquidVids roster page.

Posted October 21, 2007
 
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