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7 Ways to optimize AuctionAds
I've been using AuctionAds for a while now, most notably on my strength-training site Straight to the Bar. With their recent purchase by MediaWhiz has come a great deal of speculation regarding possible improvements. They can, however, be extremely effective as they are; with a little optimisation, that is.
Best advice I ever received
The other day a question on Internet Marketing Blog caught my eye :
Book fair
This past weekend a nearby school held a book fair - an annual fundraising event and a great opportunity to stock up. For readers and booksellers alike.
eBay mini tip : little things make a big difference
Whether you're on a long-distance flight, a lengthy stay in a hotel or hiring a car for a vacation; little things can make a big difference to how you remember the occasion. A drink which doesn't taste quite right, or a strange noise each time you turn a corner. Whatever it is, it'll take your attention away from the main event - even if only for a second or two.
Specialising in half-frames
I'm currently surrounded by piles of books, cameras and assorted paraphernalia ready for their relegation to eBay. After a little thought, I decided to focus on the particular aspect of camera-collecting which initially drew me in to this strange world - Half-Frames. These were cameras made largely in 1960s Japan (most notably by Olympus) which squeezed two photos into a single 35mm negative; instantly doubling the number of photos you could take (not to mention reducing their quality somewhat). Beautiful things.
eBay Mini Tip : Information to include in your auctions
When you put an item up for auction on eBay there are several standard items that everyone simply expects to see. Without these, you'll find yourself answering your fair share of questions; a time-consuming process. To avoid spending your life in your My eBay inbox, make sure you include the following :
eBay : Closing an auction early
There are times when it becomes necessary - or simply desirable - to end an eBay auction early. This article looks at the various reasons for doing this, and how to do it in such a way as to maintain your good reputation.
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- Rediscovering eBay | 23 May 2007
- 5 ways to reduce your car's fuel consumption (and save you money) | 10 May 2007
- Get Rich Slowly | 27 Apr 2007
- Now, I'd buy this guy a drink | 15 Apr 2007
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