Stay ConnectedEvery seller has a story, and every story is a unique journey. Each month, host Georgea Mpampanis explores the challenges faced, the obstacles overcome, and the insights hard-won by some of our top sellers. The eBay Seller Spotlight podcast uncovers what motivates, inspires, and keeps these entrepreneurs on the path to fulfilling their dreams.
New episodes released the third Wednesday of the month.
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eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 013 - Turning tragedy into triumph: Katelyn Pivot on making memories and sales
On this episode of the podcast: Katelyn Pivot worked as an Office Manager and sold on eBay as a side hustle. However, when she suddenly lost her husband and her work-life balance was disrupted in 2020, she decided to make eBay her full-time job. In this week’s episode, Katelyn shares how this move helped her not only support but also build lasting memories with her daughter thanks to the freedom it allows.
Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email podcast@ebay.com.
New links for Ep 013
Katelyn’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/legacysalesva
Recurring links
eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast
https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/
eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 012 - The Up & Running Grant: Jonathan & Kari Proulx on winning and growing
On this episode of the podcast: Jonathan Proulx started selling on eBay when he realized that a nine-to-five job wasn’t going to work for him. His wife, Kari soon joined him and today—the two of them not only run a successful eBay business but are also recipients of the Up & Running Grant. In this week’s episode, the Proulxs share how the grant helped them grow, plus a few tips to make your application stand out from the crowd.
Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email podcast@ebay.com.
New links for Ep 012
Jonathan and Kari’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/yeahicansellit
Recurring links
eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast
https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/
eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 011 - In a league of his own: T.A. Ewart on turning his love for comic books into a thriving business
On this episode of the podcast: T.A Ewart started selling comic books as a side hustle, but soon realized it was producing the revenue he needed to put his son through school. He’s a recipient of the Up & Running Grant and today—he shares his sourcing strategy, his plans for organizing a comic show, and his tips for sellers applying for the grant.
Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email podcast@ebay.com.
New links for Ep 011
The Value Comics on eBay - https://www.ebay.com/str/thevaluecomics
Recurring links
eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast
https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/
eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 010 - A hunger to help those in need: Laurie Wong on finding her true calling in life.
On this episode of the podcast: Early on, Laurie Wong knew she had an entrepreneurial spirit and wanted to give back. This inspired her to start Reflections of Trinity—a non-profit dedicated to serving those in crisis with food, clothing and basic needs. In today’s episode, Laurie shares the role eBay for Charity has played in helping diversify the non-profit’s revenue stream.
Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email podcast@ebay.com.
New links for Ep 010
Reflections of Trinity on eBay - https://www.ebay.com/str/reflectionsoftrinity
Laurie’s Team In Action On Thanksgiving - https://youtu.be/oLS1Yai3_c0
Recurring links
eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast
https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/
eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 009 - Making the world a better place: James Jack and Gabe Middleton on creating digital equity
On this episode of the podcast: James Jack and Gabe Middleton connected over their desire to make the world a better place and launched Human-I-T. It’s a business and social enterprise that aims to create digital equity for those in need. In this week’s episode, they share what inspired them to start this nonprofit, how they plan on scaling up, and why momentum and magic will follow if you lead with love, passion, and authenticity.
Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email podcast@ebay.com.
New links for Ep 009
Human-I-T store - https://www.ebay.com/str/humanit
Recurring links
eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast
https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/
eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 008 - Storage Wars star: Rene Nezhoda on how it all started
On this episode of the podcast: Rene Nezhoda has been an eBay seller for over 25 years and you may recognize him and his wife Casey Nezhoda from the popular reality television show, Storage Wars. He’s sold everything from comic books and cars to earth testing equipment, toys, and other items. In this week’s episode, Rene shares how his reselling journey began, the interesting sales he’s made over the years, and his advice for other resellers.
Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email podcast@ebay.com.
New links for Ep 008
Renee’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/sdpavilion
Renee’s YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX79cVC62V2V4X_QVbEz49Q
Recurring links
eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast
https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/
eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 007 - Engineering the world: Shiri Zylberman on reselling test equipment internationally
On this episode of the podcast: Shiri Zylberman leveraged her knowledge and experience in engineering to build a one-stop shop for new and used test equipment. Tune in to hear how she grew her business globally through eBay—and won the Female Exporter of the Year Award for the largest volume of sales in 2022.
Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email podcast@ebay.com.
New links for Ep 007
Shiri’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/alltest
Recurring links
eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast
https://pixabay.com/music/id-9837/
eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 006 - High profile connections: Building and maintaining a celebrity clientele with Dana Weinrot
On this episode of the podcast, When Dana Weinrot of CelebrityOwned began selling on eBay as a side hustle after maternity leave—little did she know it was the start of something bigger. Dana shares how she grew her network of celebrity clients, and connects eBay buyers with designer items.
Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email podcast@ebay.com.
New links for Ep 006
Dana’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/celebrityowned
Recurring links
eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast
eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 005 - From therapist to eBay entrepreneur: How Anna Packer leveraged her understanding of consumer shopping behavior
On this episode of the podcast, we learn why Anna Packer of Annaesthetic Miscellany left her stable nine-to-five job to be an eBay entrepreneur. She shares how she used her knowledge of human behavior to understand consumer buying patterns - and why she decided to write a book about reselling.
Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email podcast@ebay.com.
New links for Ep 005
Anna Packer’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/annaestheticmiscellany
Anna Packer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/AnnaestheticMiscellany/
Recurring links
eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast
eBay Seller Spotlight - Ep 004 - The Balancing Act: Juggling Childhood Dreams & Entrepreneurship with Alec Larson
Alec Larson of Larson Enterprises is a private pilot, a musician at Disney, and an eBay seller. This week on the eBay Seller Spotlight podcast, we learn how Alec accomplished his childhood dream and successfully manages to juggle his different passions.
Please share your comments / questions with us, call 888 723-4630 or email podcast@ebay.com.
New links for Ep 004
Alec Larson’s eBay Store - https://www.ebay.com/str/larsonenterprises
Alex Larson - Part 1 - eBay for Business - Ep127 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ebay-for-business/id449607385?i=1000508324813
Alex Larson - Part 2 - eBay for Business - Ep128 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ebay-for-business/id449607385?i=1000509324169
Recurring links
eBay for Business Podcast - ebay.com/podcast
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