Becoming an EBay Powerseller

Do you often wonder how to stand out from the 180 million eBay members? Wouldn't you want to be a part of the 4% population of eBay powersellers? Yes, it's a tough climb-- but definitely attainable!

There are policies to follow in order to attain the powerseller status. First and foremost, you must be an active member for 90 days with an average minimum of $1000 sales per month for three consecutive months while simultaneously achieving a minimum of 4 average monthly listings for three consecutive months. An overall rating of 100, wherein 98% is positive, is needed.

A powerseller must have a good financial standing, lives by eBay community values and follows eBay listing and marketplace policies. Powersellers have tiers which determine the benefits you enjoy as a powerseller. Bronze powersellers should have a minimum sales of $1000 per month and have prioritized support from eBay.

Silver powersellers have both prioritized online support and toll free phone support with their expected minimum of $3000 sales a month. A minimum of $10000 volume a month is needed for Gold powersellers to access all the benefits of the prior tiers plus, access to an Account Manager Software of eBay. Doing $25000 business a month, Platinum powersellers get all the benefits of the gold tier.

As for Titanium powersellers, they must have $150000 or more business monthly. Finally, on top of the food chain are diamond powersellers who have to do $500000 sales at minimum or at least 5000 items per month. To become an eBay powerseller, you need to develop good business ethics and protocol. Always keep in mind that the forefront of your operation is the customer and that the success of your business relies heavily on your reputation. Hence, active communication with your customer is essential.

Specializing is also necessity; so focus on selling a single type of product. This technique not only helps you maintain your powerseller status but also makes running your business a lot easier. As a powerseller, you need to make professional listings. This can be done by having professional photographs and organizing peak period listings. To boost your sales and reputation, it's best to have professional headlines and detailed descriptions. It would also be great if you offer a variety of paying options.

Lastly, INVEST in your business. Invest time, talent and treasure. Remember-- NO PAIN, NO GAIN!