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@zainhouse979 11 дней назад

You don’t need to justify yourself to anyone Mel. Love watching your videos. Absolutely smashing it!!

@rpierce7004 9 дней назад

My thoughts exactly 👍

@yesterdayingaming 11 дней назад

The only reason people are negative on the idea is because they need to write it off so that they feel good about not considering it. They need to feel that there isn't any opportunity in it such that they feel comfortable "forgetting" about that particular idea.There are SO many ideas out there about "how to make money reselling" so it's no surprise that people desperately need a reason to THROW AWAY any ideas that they think aren't worth their time. They are frantically searching for something that might work for them and in that frantic search, they need to discard ideas ASAP. On the other side of things, your videos are there as a beacon of hope for people who actually want to sell books. Personally, I think it's wonderful. Books are magical items that are often underappreciated. I absolutely love that you have a passion for this and share it with others. I recently subscribed and looked forwarding to your content.

@AmbersHouseDIY 11 дней назад

I was thinking how nice a work environment you have with that space. Being surrounded by likeminded people is so beneficial to keeping the momentum going and staying motivated. What a great deal at only $300/month too!

@geekyourworld 7 дней назад

Man I had to stop and agree with you. It’s been a long time since I watched because eBay was just going so badly for me. And a liver transplant but her moving to that warehouse was the best thing ever for her in my eyes. Seems like a wonderful person. Wish I could afford some advice lol…😅

@gloriaprimeau7318 2 дня назад

Tell them Mel

@ncdawn1 11 дней назад

Some people talk alot about what they know nothing about. You have me considering selling more books. Learned so much from you. You have actually changed my outlook on my business.. keep doing you!!

@kurjan1 11 дней назад

One thing I have learnt in life, both in employment and in business... unsuccessful people passionately and absolutely hate, hate, HATE successful people!

@clairebeane3455 11 дней назад

Amen.

@tiffanygaydos8997 10 дней назад

Really sad, isn't it!!

@BlissfulDee 10 дней назад

Hate is rather a strong word. I don't think it's as much hate as it is resentment born out of self-pity.

@clairebeane3455 10 дней назад

@@BlissfulDee That seems an appropriate assessment.

@cliles6764 11 дней назад

Ok...now I'm really perturbed! Please Mel, don't feel that you need to explain, or defend what you do! And no, I don't only want to see you shipping the high end books. It is soothing to me to watch you work. Somehow just watching you slap those mailing labels on the packages makes me feel like I've worked also. My bad back limits what I can do. I watch your channel because I enjoy it. Don't let those jerks make you feel less than, or not achieving as much as they think you can. I'm proud of you! Just keep going! :)

@candice8996 11 дней назад

I agree with this! I don't just care about the expensive stuff. I often watch/listen to your videos while I'm being productive. You keep me accountable 😂 I absolutely love all of what you do, whether that's a pack with me, move with me or spend the day with me. Don't let the others get you down! You're amazing and you're doing a great job! Your supporters are out here and we outnumber those jealous nay sayers! You got this!

@TCGBulkKings 11 дней назад

They are looking for reasons why they can't do it, because if there aren't any good reasons, then it's actually about them. Don't let the haters get to you Mel

@kbghubtcg 11 дней назад

Find a wild bulk king! Like both Mel and your content!

@TCGBulkKings 11 дней назад

@@kbghubtcg lol thanks for watching 😂

@unityangels2291 11 дней назад

Hi Mel. You’re doing amazing and making great profits. ❤ In the UK the market is different because we have multiple booksellers on eBay that sell every book you can imagine for low prices with free shipping. So there is little money for the average bookseller to make with that competition. If we bundle books up the shipping price is high. So it’s difficult to find a balance. I’ve swapped to selling individual rarer books and niched down. Even our top end cookery books in the UK can be found on eBay supplied by ‘world of books’ for a few pounds with free shipping. The market is just different here. But your market is way better there so continue with your success 🎉you’re doing amazing. Just wanted to try to explain maybe where the differences come in. ❤

@sarahbull770 11 дней назад

Those vintage Snoopy books were part of my childhood memories! 💕💕 Very happy that your business is doing well, Mel!

@stylistswardrobe 11 дней назад

You are doing a great job , and more importantly, you're doing what you want to do and do it for you and your family. I have been doing eBay reselling for 18 years and let me tell you, people never want to understand, they just want to give their opinion without caring to see the work we put in behind the scenes. I stopped justifying what i do a long time ago. I make more money in a week than a lot of people (that tell me get a real job) do in a month for half the hours worked, but that's for me to know and them to overthink about and try to pull me down. I love what I do, and I can see you do also. I support, cheer on and am genuinely happy for anyone that pushes hard and has a supportive growth mindset. I am in Techs group and watch your zoom calls (not live yet) but I love hearing from people with the same mindset and desire to push hard doing what we love! Lets Go!!! Sam :)

@stylistswardrobe 11 дней назад

Also Mel, I’ll be Canberra first week of October, do you have any restaurant recommendations in the city/surrounds ?

@Marco21515 11 дней назад

It only matters what you think about your business, not other people's opinions. Regaards from the UK

@BiBi_Aussiesales 11 дней назад

Not everyone understands business Mel so don’t worry about their thoughts/comments. As long as you are happy with how your business is growing you should be proud of yourself for your ability to look after your family through a business you’ve built from nothing. And BTW not everyone can do it, only people with goals & a hard work ethic succeed - I tell people the harder I worked for myself the luckier I got!

@MrHandyDad 10 дней назад

Thats sad... Books are, and will always be, the basis of all knowledge... Good luck, hope things come around for you.

@lifestylereseller4398 11 дней назад

$5k week, let’s go! May they all be $5k+ from here on!

@lucyboosmom 9 дней назад

Or even more than 5k!

@brianhenry2385 11 дней назад

My response, when I am told that the items I choose to sell don't make enough profit or aren't worth selling, is to agree with them. The fewer folks selling what I like to sell the better. Then I go deposit my profits into my retirement and travel accounts, smiling all the way to the bank! 😉

@kimberlybrown33 11 дней назад

Obviously the person who made the comment doesn’t know the story of Amazon. Bezos is worth $204 billion from a platform that started with books.

@dennisferguson9129 11 дней назад

Bezos started with one book!

@kyleterran6850 10 дней назад

Hey Moneybags!!!! How are you doing Mel? Long time that I haven't written you. I hope you are doing well. Love ya girl! :-D

@Annalorraine67 10 дней назад

I would tell these naysayers that's right, no money in books no money in books more money for the smarter booksellers

@flippinfiasco 11 дней назад

I do think you do better with books in Australia than we can do here in the US.

@tinaindina7032 10 дней назад

Maybe. I’m sure there are great booksellers (making great profits) in the US too. 😊

@lorettabacy2307 11 дней назад

Why does that upset you. Yes folks assume cause they don't know. That's when you educate them. I thought the same thing until I started selling.

@mattburgessphoto 11 дней назад

Don't worry about anyone else, Mel, you are successful - that's all that matters 👍🏻

@Lupi33z 11 дней назад

I'm not going to pile on. Some people ask what seem like stupid questions to learn things. I would be a hypocrite if I critiqued someone asking a stupid question in comments because I'm sure I've probably asked plenty of stupid questions on various things I know nothing about. Its not worth getting worked up about.

@SarahAnew 11 дней назад

Yay another video! You’re a badass and so inspirational 😘

@amousanon. 4 дня назад

I just can't believe you ship paperbacks and mags in a bag. I always get complaints when shipping in a bag

@backfromburnout 3 дня назад

Padded mailers. They are high quality and strong and I never have any problems.

@louisville80 11 дней назад

The root cause is people's disbelief in the fact that people are still big readers and are willing to pay for books. Many people are still big collectors.

@TMB2789 11 дней назад

@louisville80 Exactly! 😊

@janellefrohloff2239 11 дней назад

Most retail shops are only making a 100% markup. Meaning buy for $10 sell for $20 or so. Retail selling new is usually a lower profit margin than reselling. Does anyone question someone opening a retail shop? Why does everyone think that just because it is reselling or selling 2nd hand that the profit are low? Keep going Mel, you are an inspiration for many sellers and many of us appreciate your information and enthusiasm. ❤❤❤❤

@kingston163 11 дней назад

Most retail (depends on the type of merchandise or service) don't make 100% margin.

@BlissfulDee 10 дней назад

As someone who worked in and managed retail stores in the US, I gotta tell you that it's been many years since markup was only double the cost. Most retail stores calculate it at 2.5 to 3 times the cost. HOWEVER, the overhead costs are usually so astronomical that the profit is nowhere near even making back 50% above cost.

@DebM122 8 дней назад

Mel you are an inspiration for many of us. I enjoy your videos and seeing the highs and lows that are in business reselling. Ignore the knuckleheads that post negative comments. You are a successful woman and very rich with love. Please keep doing you!

@mrststreasures9628 11 дней назад

regarding those types of comments...they know not that they know not 😁

@normataylor3124 11 дней назад

Very nice to see you today. I was missing your videos the past few weeks. Hope all is ok. People who make the negative comments seem to do it on purpose. I think they just do it to torment you. You are awesome and very smart to do all you do.

@LisaTalamo-oo5to 10 дней назад

Mel, I watch your videos immediately and return to them if there is no new content on my feed to watch. I love Angry Mel. Anyone actively working an eBay business can see the amount of work you put in to get the results you achieve. You inspire me! Please keep up the good work!

@jad29376 11 дней назад

You dont need to prove them wrong nor waste your time trying to understand that mentality. Let them think books are not worth it. Just means there is more for us that sell books to pick up. 😉

@Linda-hu7bg 11 дней назад

Mel, first time commenter but long time watcher here! I am in Texas and I have noticed that books sell for quite a lot less in the US than in Australia. I Iooked up the Audels books wihile you were talking and they are selling from $25-35 here with one sold comp for $34. Everytime I comp a book thinking it will be a winner, nope. Very rarely able to find books that will bring in what you are able to sell them for. I imagine it would be very difficult in the US to have a book seller niche but I imagine it can be the reverse for other niches. I would love to sell more books. They just don't bring in the profit here.

@swtcaroline93 День назад

I'm in TX too, and came to say something similar. Most books I comp are selling in the US for $2-10 by mega sellers. Also, I've looked at warehouse space in my area, and it's around $2k/mo. So I think people are just using the numbers they see in their area and it doesn't add up to what Mel is doing. I think it's awesome that it works for her. Also: I have almost every single Betty Neels book. 😁

@MintPalace 11 дней назад

I love the ending of the video Mel. Gave me a big smile.🤩 You do you! Cause you do it well and we love you for it!😍

@ianjresells 9 дней назад

Is that Thom prepping those discs ( surface cleaning/visual etc ) prior to dispatch and if so why are they not pre-sealed ready to go with all quality control checks already completed and picked off the stock bin locations! This way would eliminate the duplication of handling/checking time of the item perhaps. Unless the item has a reasonable high probability that it's not going to sell on it's own and may need to be re-sold into a large bundle format which could then mean that the early cleaning prepping process stage might work out being a less efficient way of doing things, given the high volume model approach to the business. Anyway just curious LOL. Thanks Mel for the video, you're doing very well and deserve all of your success!

@countrabricksbuildcraze8916 9 дней назад

It amazes me how well 2 hand books sale for. Mel I was just thinking it would be cool. If you had some. Thing. Sorted out where you could do a drop of thing where people. Drop book s of to you. Like how. Charity get cars. Dropping of donating. Not sure how you go about. Geting it happening .I get just. Have a spot .where the books can be dropped of at an the haveing a sign out the frunt . And advertise it around town .😊 .

@nancyarmstrong3486 11 дней назад

I love watching these type videos and really like seeing the cookbook sales. I agree that books seem to sell higher in Australia than they do here in the USA.

@Hobbywanted 8 дней назад

I am curious if the margins are different for US based sellers. The media market seems stronger in Australia. The content is great though. You do you

@backfromburnout 8 дней назад

We have a strong market as we compete less with Amazon and media buyers but I know US sellers who are killing it in sales selling second hand books

@deborahbolanos938 11 дней назад

I'm so happy you are doing so well! I wish you the best!

@agl5132 8 дней назад

Unhappy people strike out at others with their negativity to make themselves feel better. Ignore or a simple "😉 Bless" under their comments would give them something to mull over.

@shawnmariemann 11 дней назад

Every place is different and I'm sure your viewers have different costs which cause them to be critical of your setup. You don't need to justify though you might think you do. Here in the US no way could you get a warehouse for less than several thousand. Books here in the US are not profitable the way they are in Australia, you are only going to make your kind of money with tremendous quantity or doing vintage/collectible books. I think people just like to be critical of others, especially those who are successful when they themselves are not. Kick 'em aside and you do you.

@rockin323-c8z 11 дней назад

Your channel is showing the reality of the business! It's a lotta work and not all mega scores. We love it!! Don't change a thing and keep it real. REAL. You rock!

@devaultc 11 дней назад

I just love ur attitude! It gets me coming back every time.

@timronchetti4719 11 дней назад

in one ear and out the other !!! Cheers

@DaveRepairs 11 дней назад

So I watched some of this, I did think that before you got to the rant (while we was watching thom) but that’s the thing was it an Aussie comment? Uk you can’t justify it and your Amazon should be now at a mature stages like in other counties. I was also thinking you guys not bought the land yet lol anyway good to see you

@MichelleRenna 11 дней назад

Thanks for the new video. I love watching your pick and pack, I learn so much, which helps when I go shopping. Not sure why people are so rude about the lower profit books. Profit is profit and every little bit adds up. With experience you get better and can identify those gems that turn $3 into $125 as I did the other day, but they don't come along every day. Keep the content coming, loving it.

@sweetgirl4u247 10 дней назад

Oh no. I like your long videos where you are just picking and packing! It helps when I am listing. ❤

@nerdsreselling 11 дней назад

I used to sit for hours reading Garfield comics. I think that is why I drool when I see lasagna

@skydemon-u6i 11 дней назад

Something for anyone doing a business, NEVER, NEVER EVER tell people how much you make, I don't care if it's even your family. I've had people make fun of me because of what I do for work,, family members who think I don't work, and I leave it like that. Mentioning the fact that you make even $1 will make you a target for many people out there. So no I do not make money, I spend 16 hours a day and I make nothing. Lol, my family is so stupid that my mom keeps getting newer items and they have no idea I am the one purchasing them.

@juliechapman-xu4if 11 дней назад

Sourcing is the key. My local hunt now sells books for 10 cents each. I just sold one for 150.00. I also bundle. Sorry, but that statement was so stupid.

@misstheoldyoutube 11 дней назад

this is why you are successful, and they are not. You see the business model.

@jmac1814 11 дней назад

Great video Mel ❤❤❤❤❤ let the haters hate you are doing an awesome job that most wish we could do. I love your videos and can't wait for the next one.

@pennydocherty5480 18 минут назад

I would like to say that I think you are inspiring, you obviously work so hard and really should not have to justify yourself! I live in the UK and have just started watching you, after my husband, who is an EBay reseller was watching one of your episodes, I enjoyed watching you so much that I subscribed. As someone who is trying to find the niche I want to resell in I can honestly say I think it will be books! I am going to continue to watch you and take all the advice you give on your channel! Thank you Mel and great job 😁

@DeaktivierterUser1 11 дней назад

What you have a Boyfriend? 😢 That can not be thrue 😭

@jeanettedeblois7878 11 дней назад

Some people will always have trouble understanding the love of a good book. I have books that I stored for future reading. I was reading at the age of four and still running hot at 78.

@lin90210 11 дней назад

The upside of the a warehouse is that you don't work alone at home. You can pop in and chat for a few minutes and get back to it :) no need to worry about people's judging comments. You know you best

@CLFurlong 11 дней назад

I dont think there is any issue with books - I think the "idea" from the no idea folk is reselling is not possible full time. The other thing people forget is anyone that is doing this fulltime with any PLANS to grow and build a long term business, there will be some heavy overheads and costs when getting the foundations in play (storage, rent, staff, materials, systems, processes, tools, and everything else). Overtime these should all pay dividends. Stuff the assumers Mel. I had a good rant about all of this the other week. The other thing to remember when people say "it isn't worth it for them" then thats a THEM issue. Youve got this and keep on keeping on. Keep kicking butt Mel.

@Annalorraine67 11 дней назад

, if you don't have anything nice to say, don't say it at all

@Zigzagooon 11 дней назад

Those types of comments drive me nuts as well. Less competition for us though! I make good money selling books on eBay. Keep at it, Mel!

@mareecathie2476 8 дней назад

I used to own a bookshop. I sell some cheap stuff, but that is mainly for Amazon as I upload to ebay & Amazon. There are plenty of low-buy, high sell books to find if you know where to look. Just by the by, my best ever find was a book on Pre-WW II Cuban Art, I sold for $850.00 that I picked up for 50 cents from a bargain bin.

@backfromburnout 8 дней назад

Great sale! Plenty of profits out there!

@juliebailey2454 11 дней назад

Mel you do not have to explain to anyone how much money you make good on you, love your channel, keep being you and do what you love…. I’m in Sydney and you are the best Ozzie ebayer RU-vidr out there. Take care xx from a 64 year old that you inspire 💕

@cathybauer9085 10 дней назад

Ignore the nay sayers.. you are awesome...

@tiktok11150 11 дней назад

Of course you are not going to make money on mass produced books. An example: If it was in Oprah's Book Club then you are probably going to get $1-2 dollars for it. Publishers like to dump all their excess on to ebay also. I still have a Stephen King First Edition still sitting in my store because it was not a popular title.

@backfromburnout 10 дней назад

You can but you just have to sell mega volume if that’s the business model one chooses.

@0rtmasta 11 дней назад

It follows the very effective marketing of the major online bookstores in moving to digital. In fact you could argue all the online resellers/streaming services do it. Steam gaming sells you a digital version of a game. You can’t transfer ownership, once you’re dead those game licenses die with you. With media you guys sell, your encouraging people back to tangible ownership. There’s something really wonderful in opening a favourite book, sliding a CD into a player and listening to music and so on.

@kimberlyking7235 11 дней назад

Oh Mel you don’t need to justify anything. YOU are wonderful and an absolute pleasure to watch. Keep it up, you are killing it.

@Annalorraine67 11 дней назад

Right.

@RedRockShane 9 дней назад

I noticed you don't provide any cardboard backing to your packaging. Do you ever get return requests because of damaged books? Bent covers or corners during shipping?

@backfromburnout 8 дней назад

No, I don’t have any problems. The padded mailers are water resistant, thick and high quality. They’re purchased from Australia Post so also endorsed by them. I don’t buy the cheap mailers from china. I’ve sent over 20k books like this.

@karenkonz3181 11 дней назад

A KISS ….. We HEARD it….LIVE on air!!

@travisadkins3422 10 дней назад

I think you are doing a great job.

@lashere 10 дней назад

Hey Mel! Just wanted to thank you for being you and having this channel. ❤ I’ve been binge watching your videos for a couple of months. I started when you 1st moved to your storage unit 3 years ago and now I’m at the point of you going to America. I will keep watching to eventually catch up to current time. I sell clothing but you have inspired me to start a 2nd store with books. I bought my first bible the other day

@marcus3078 11 дней назад

300 per month???? wowz!! cheap cheap cheap!! =)

@momio2012 11 дней назад

People find anything to be negative. It’s crazy. I love your videos. Glad to see you back! I picked up a lot of 38 Jimmy Swaggart Bible commentary for $1 at a thrift. Waiting for that sale between $4-600. Best profit margins ever lol

@backfromburnout 10 дней назад

@@momio2012 🔥

@WinnieFinesse 11 дней назад

Lol like how does a £1 shop make money... It's bulk selling, it's not like your selling a few books and making a few pounds /dollars/whatever I sell a bunch of stuff that's not big profits but if I sell a bunch of cheap ones and a few higher items, it's greatttt People are silly winkles Woah your warehouse is only 300! That's awesome!! No wonder you travel so far for it

@backfromburnout 11 дней назад

That’s the only con, the 45min drive to get the cheap space.

@nicholewhiteside9147 11 дней назад

Hey Mel could you please direct me to the dvd resurfacing machines that Thom sells. Much appreciated in advance 😊

@backfromburnout 10 дней назад

If you DM me on Instagram or email me at backfromburnoutmel@gmail.com I can send you the link.

@MrPaulMorris 11 дней назад

It may be that some of the comments about 'low profit' books come from viewers outside Australia. Looking around the world, Australia seems to enjoy much higher book values than elsewhere. Books you are selling at $30-40 I couldn't even cover the cost of shipping here in the UK. I try my hardest as a book lover to grow my book sales but find maybe 5 or 6 decent value books per year. I'm trying my hand with antiquarian books and having some success but, of course, sourcing is much harder and research is a lot slower without the advantage of barcodes! An indication of the price differentials UK/Australia is that I make fairly regular book sales to Australia. I'm told by my handful of returning customers that, even with shipping from the other side of the world, it is still cheaper to buy from me...

@marymartin-q2y 11 дней назад

@@MrPaulMorris your jamie oliver is shocking, i can't sell his books for love or money.....some books i have listed for 10 dollars, no takers

@gwilliams1547 11 дней назад

Books are low profit in the uk

@MrPaulMorris 10 дней назад

@@gwilliams1547And, as if to prove the point, when I returned to read your comment, what ad should pop up but Zifit--who offer pennies for the minority of books they'll actually take. Out of interest, I scanned a shelf of books from my own collection and, from 30, only 5 were 'acceptable' for a total of 75p. When bought the shelf cost me the thick end of £500! I've done price comparisons from time to time on books Mel sells for $30 and they come up on eBay UK for under £3 with free shipping. That's less than the cost of shipping for we smaller sellers who don't have the benefit of sweetheart volume desks from carriers.

@MrPaulMorris 10 дней назад

@@marymartin-q2yMel's Jamie Oliver, not mine. I couldn't give away his books at any price here in the UK!

@MrPaulMorris 10 дней назад

@@gwilliams1547 which is what I was saying. As if to prove the point, when returning to read your comment, what ad pops up? Ziffit: we'll buy all your books for pennies and (help) destroy the second hand book market. Out of interest I once scanned a shelf of thirty books from my own collection. The 10 that were 'acceptable' to Ziffit rendered a total of 75p. Considering the total cover price when new was over £300 I decided to pass...

@RedRockShane 9 дней назад

Last question, I noticed you have promotions turned on. What % are you paying?

@backfromburnout 8 дней назад

I do run promoted listings but my promoted rates change as I regularly change my promoted listing campaigns. I experiment often in my store on the promoted rates. I will promote anywhere between 4-10%. I experiment with flat fee and variable rates. I’m constantly watching my impressions and analytics to try and maintain sales levels. I do not believe the same promoted rates work for everyone. I think it’s very dependent on each store and everyone should be spending time in their own analytics and experimenting.

@robynfox478 11 дней назад

Is that $100K profit on your labelmaker attainable? Keep up the hard work Mel!

@backfromburnout 10 дней назад

It’s a reminder that to make a $100k profit per year then you need to make $273 clear profit per day. :) Makes it feel more achievable

@lisaa6099 11 дней назад

Actually I DO want to see the $25 what sold books. I find it all very intetesting !

@RedRockShane 9 дней назад

Do you charge calculated shipping or offer free shipping on your books?

@backfromburnout 8 дней назад

Free shipping within Australia and paid for international orders. Free shipping works out the same price though. I either charge $10 book + $10 post or $20 free shipping. Same same.

@tiffanydeangelo8575 11 дней назад

Huge thank you for your videos (love watching your take on selling & life in general) & talking about Technsports and the reseller group. I just joined today, and after listening to one old call, I've gone in and changed all of my listing titles. Could never understand why some of these things never sold. Wishing you all the success, please know that you are valued. ☺

@sherfinds 11 дней назад

I would love to do what you do! In Canada I struggle yo figure it out with shipping costs. Mel, I love watching you. Such a treasure with a beautiful mind...set 😊

@davidnorton7464 11 дней назад

Until you know the postage, weight, size limitations, ebay 15% fees - you can't work out the profit of a combination of book titles. We're lucky in Australia knowing all the satchel/padded mailer/box combinations have 5kg max weight allowance. So a set of scales and the packaging to see what fits before listing something is handy.

@BlissfulDee 10 дней назад

Canadians do have it rough when it comes to postage costs.

@nixieoz3770 11 дней назад

Hi Mel, Does Tom sell the dvd/cd cleaners. i'm look to buy one.

@backfromburnout 10 дней назад

Yes he does. He has them in stock also. You can message me on Instagram or email me if you want to make contact with him for them.

@darrenstokes5274 11 дней назад

No video for weeks and then make a video for a hater? What about all the loyal followers 😢

@backfromburnout 10 дней назад

I didn’t intend to have a few weeks break and I filmed that video a few weeks ago. I’ve actually been really sick for weeks which is why I’ve been absent on socials.

@olimat81 11 дней назад

My major is Libraries, I have never found anyone who appreciates this value like you, thank you very much for opening up horizons for us.

@gwilliams1547 11 дней назад

Do you think you can still do this in your 60's Mel as its quite physical?

@backfromburnout 10 дней назад

Yes. My mum is 70 and still hustles. Systems and processes will get adjusted as need be and staff can be implemented for most tasks.

@davidatdcactradingpl4839 10 дней назад

Book selling is very labour intensive. It can be heavy, time consuming, frustrating and you have to get out and find them most of the time. You deserve what you earn. Well done Mel.

@backfromburnout 10 дней назад

Very true, it’s harder than it looks

@Beardkingpicker 8 дней назад

Books have some of the best ROI in reselling so yeah i don't know why people would say there is no money in books 👑

@backfromburnout 8 дней назад

I just never understand it.

@timetraveller9321 День назад

I sell on eBay but what kills books off for me is the postage it’s around £4 just to send a small book in the post as it has to go as a small parcel rate and people can go to 2nd hand shops and buy a book for £1 the uk postage is far too high but it will only get more expensive as time goes by ,all the best to you from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@Annalorraine67 11 дней назад

Books are easy to take photos. Easy to look up you don't have to clean them much like clothes or shoes you got the right idea girl

@CuriousCatBookstore 11 дней назад

I have had multiple people say "why do you do it? I can't imagine you make much" 🤦🏼‍♀️ i find it kind of disrespectful

@christinahager7624 9 дней назад

Hello Mel from Michigan! I found your channel yesterday and can't stop watching! Do you ship to the states? How much is it or does it depend on the bundle? I love your channel. Keep 'em coming!

@backfromburnout 8 дней назад

I do ship internationally, my international post is set quite high as I don’t have the weights of all the books and bundles in the system and some of them are very heavy. If international buyers message me about discounts on shipping rates normally they will pay for the order and the shipping and then I can refund additional shipping costs if there was any.

@christinahager7624 8 дней назад

@backfromburnout Thank you for responding and explain how you ship your packages. I seen a collectable book set from when I was growing up in the eighties that my grandmother had and the Mr Men books, I had to laugh....brings back good memories. Thank you again. Do you also have an email address? Sorry for all the questions!

@nicholewhiteside9147 11 дней назад

Go Mel!!

@Scoutarella5168 10 дней назад

Mel, I'm interested as to how you do your postage. At what point do you weigh the books with the envelope to work out the cost. From your videos it looks like you take the book off the shelf and then package it without weighing. Considering you only use padded envelopes would 5 kg satchels save you money ?

@backfromburnout 10 дней назад

I use flat rate padded mailers so they all have 5kg weight limits. I only have to weigh them if they’re multi orders that are heavy or international

@Scoutarella5168 10 дней назад

Hi didn't realise that the Australia Post padded mailers were up to 5 kg and were fixed price the same as satchels and boxes. So when do you work out what size envelope the books go in as this would before you print the labels?

@sam-iu5dy 11 дней назад

Some people are idiots! They just don't get it! I'm a self employed cleaner in Canberra, people talk down at ne like um stupid....I'm not I actually run a very lucrative and successful business! Don't bother explaining business to idiots! 😊

@buzzweebee8685 10 дней назад

It might be because people are looking at it from where they live. Like here in Canada, books wouldn't sell for that much and there is a lesser demand for them here. Also, to ship a book will cost a minimum of $15 within Canada. To rent a warehouse in Canada, it would not be anywhere near $300. I would guess a few thousand for that. For $300 you might get a very tiny closet storage locker. So maybe, people are looking at it from their perspective costs. When you said $300 for your warehouse I nearly fainted... haha Regardless, what you do takes a lot of work, not everyone can do it. I am always frustrated by friends saying I am lucky I don't have to work (I am also a reseller) That is what bothers me!

@RonDale-jy8et 11 дней назад

Mel, you are an inspiration with your videos and all the things you do. Don't let the @ holes get you down...!! Regards...!!

@GenosFinds 11 дней назад

Was that a real kiss or a sound effect? LOL I enjoy all your videos

@charlenepetrie4011 10 дней назад

Perhaps that comment came from a person in the US, I have noticed here in the US that there are VERY LOW priced book sellers, we are talking like $3 or $4 with FREE SHIPPING! How do they do it? VOLUME! There are also a lot of US booksellers (and other media, too, like CDs and DVDs) that always have a sale going like buy 3 get one free with FREE SHIPPING! So perhaps that is why that comment has been made and continues to pop up for you occasionally Mel. It is near to impossible to compete with the volume sellers like that with those prices. But I do actually find some books that are worth more (I think books worth $20 or more are worth my time to list, if I get them cheap enough) and I do sell a good amount of books. I have also learned from YOU to bundle like authors or genres and make money off those deals. I remember you telling us years ago that you make far more profit in AUS that we do here in the US with book sales! Keep up the good work and much continued success to you & Tom! 🥰

@JewelsNcrime 10 дней назад

Oh no books are a big deal, well at least to me they are . I will pay up if I have to. There's so much more knowledge which is not available on the Internet. I refuse to limit my education to just the Internet. Books offer more than just education or entertainment. Education is extremely valuable and books fall right into that category. I don't doubt you make a good living from selling people an education. Whether it's a cook book, love novel, DIY, self help, comics, coin collector, bible, poems, childrens book or a vintage jewelry identification book. Books will always have a spot in the market because we have people like you who keep them alive for people like us who love to read as an escape and to expand their knowledge. You are in a very good niche for sure.

@Kelly-yk3xd 2 дня назад

" the time has come, to talk of many things...of cabbages and kings" Tom reminded me of this story. Haha

@bobhale8325 6 дней назад

No one making those comments has watched your videos. You regulary show good profit sales and large quantities of sales. OF COURSE, my book sales are pathetic since I don't know books, don't bundle what I have and CDs are the same for me, but obviously you and Thom do very well with your sales. So, book selling is terrible and cannot support a warehouse (for me) LOL

@TopherPettitGaming 11 дней назад

I just don't think people understand profit or business economics, and if it is even the worth of a small profit (which it isn't your case either). Like I always ask people, what is more profitable... Marvel and Star War brand with movies, figures, books, etc or the Candy Crush app company selling things at $0.99? Candy Crush is worth $8 Billion and combined Marvel and Star Wars is a $7 Billion business. People take their 9-to-5 job lifestyle and apply it to business, but they never understand that the businesses they work for spend on their employment and the increased profit made from that investment. And also for the viewer... I wouldn't want to store this large of a business in my house or rent/buy a large house at a higher per square foot then a warehouse to run the business. The correct place is in a warehouse space, especially at $300 a month.

@thevlogofmanythings 10 дней назад

Your reply to the comment you highlighted first I think you mistook the question. It I think is just an honest question as people wish to know. Being self employed is indeed tough, and you are obviously a success at it. These kinds of questions will be something people are curious about.