Ready to Resell
Welcome to Ready to Resell, the ultimate destination for anyone looking to unlock the secrets of successful reselling! If you’ve ever wondered how savvy entrepreneurs turn a profit by buying and selling, you’re in the right place. In each episode, we dive deep into the dynamic world of reselling, providing you with valuable insights, expert interviews, and practical tips to kickstart or enhance your reselling journey. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to thrive in the reselling game. Join your hosts Leah and Kayla, two reselling enthusiast with a passion for uncovering the strategies that make reselling a lucrative venture. From sourcing the hottest products to mastering online marketplaces, we cover it all. And with more than 25 years of combined experience, we have seen and done it all! Expect to gain a deeper understanding of market trends, pricing strategies, and the tools of the trade that can elevate your reselling game. We explore platforms like eBay, Poshmark, Mercari, and other emerging marketplaces, keeping you up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies that can give you a competitive edge. Whether you’re reselling as a side hustle or aiming to build a full-time business, our podcast is your go-to resource for actionable advice and inspiration. Subscribe now and embark on a journey of financial independence through the art of reselling. Get ready to turn thrift store finds, online bargains, and overlooked treasures into profitable ventures. Are you ready to turn your passion for reselling into a thriving business? Tune in to Ready to Resell and let the reselling revolution begin!
Episodes
In this episode, hosts Leah and Kayla explain why reselling is perfect for anyone needing flexible income - whether you're staying home with kids, dealing with job changes, or want a fun side hustle. The secret to getting started? Begin with what you already have at home and ask friends for items they were planning to donate.
Don't get overwhelmed by established resellers with warehouses and expensive equipment. You only need you...
Join hosts Leah and Kayla for an exciting announcement episode where Leah reveals she'll be speaking at PoshFest 2025 in San Jose, California! After 25+ years of reselling that started with college textbook flipping and evolved into a 15,000 square foot warehouse operation, Leah shares how she overcame self-doubt to land a spot on the live auctions panel.
In this candid conversation, she takes listeners behind the scenes of the s...
Think reselling is easy money? Think again! In this eye-opening episode, hosts Leah and Kayla pull back the curtain on the reselling industry to give you the reality check you need before diving in.
After years of building their business from a dining room table operation to a 12,000 square foot warehouse, they're sharing the honest truth about why reselling is much harder than those viral "I made $100K in 6 months" stories sugge...
Leah and Kayla continue their eBay Live beta testing series by sharing their comprehensive training experience and hilariously disastrous first show attempt. They discuss eBay's hands-on training process, including group webinars and one-on-one coaching with dedicated staff - a stark contrast to other platforms where you're left to "figure it out yourself."
The hosts recount their memorable first live show where overconfidence led ...
Join Leah and Kayla as they kick off their multi-part series about becoming beta testers for eBay's new live auction platform! After years of focusing primarily on Poshmark, these seasoned resellers share the surprising story of how they were selected for eBay's exclusive beta program and what it really takes to get accepted.
In this episode, you'll discover:
- The rigorous application process for eB...
Ready to dive into the chaotic, hilarious, and sometimes panic-inducing world of live auctions? Join Leah and Kayla as they spill ALL the things that can (and will) go wrong during your live selling shows!
From their hundreds of live selling sessions, the hosts have collected quite the arsenal of "oops" moments and recovery strategies. They'll walk you through everything from connectivity nightmares that leave you frozen on scre...
In this episode of Ready to Resell, hosts Leah and Kayla flip the script to examine live auctions from the buyer's perspective. After diving deep into reseller forums and communities, they share the most common complaints buyers have about live auction experiences across platforms like Poshmark, Whatnot, eBay, TikTok, and Instagram.
The hosts discuss key buyer pet peeves including overly loud music, constant yelling at viewers, a...
Ever wonder why some of your listings just sit there collecting digital dust while others fly off the virtual shelves? In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla dive deep into the buyer's perspective and share exactly what makes potential customers scroll past your items or click that "buy now" button.
They are spilling all the tea on what works and what doesn't when it comes to photos, descriptions, and overall present...
Join hosts Leah and Kayla for part two of their essential series on thriving as a reseller during challenging economic times. As shipping costs soar and consumer spending tightens, this episode dives deep into practical strategies for maintaining and growing your reselling business.
In this episode, Leah and Kayla explore why the current economic downturn actually presents unique opportunities for smart resellers. They discuss how ...
In this timely episode of Ready to Resell, hosts Leah and Kayla tackle the pressing economic challenges facing resellers in today's uncertain market. With inflation driving up costs and sales slowing across platforms, the hosts share their personal experiences and practical strategies for adaptation.
What you'll learn:
- How the current economic climate is affecting the reselling industry
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In this final installment of our estate sale series, hosts Leah and Kayla guide you through the critical day-of-sale operations and post-sale strategies. Learn essential tips for running a successful estate sale, including:
- How to conduct final walk-throughs and properly set up your checkout area
- Managing security for valuable items and preventing theft
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In this informative continuation of their estate sale series, hosts Leah and Kayla of Ready to Resell dive deep into the crucial aspects of scheduling, marketing, and setting up for a successful estate sale. The episode offers practical guidance on selecting the optimal dates for your sale, including considerations for holidays, local events, and personal schedule constraints. The hosts share their expertise on creating effective a...
In this second installment of their estate sale series, hosts Leah and Kayla dive into the practical aspects of conducting a successful estate sale as a reseller. They share crucial insights on timing, organization, pricing, and research techniques. From determining how long to allocate for setup to navigating the challenges of valuing unfamiliar items, they offer concrete advice based on their real-world experiences.
The hosts em...
In this episode of Ready to Resell, hosts Leah and Kayla kick off a new series all about estate sales! They dive into the world of estate selling from a reseller's perspective, sharing their experiences and insights on how to navigate this unique branch of the reselling business.
The hosts discuss the key differences between estate sales, garage sales, and moving sales, while exploring the emotional aspects of handling someone else...
Attention online resellers! In the latest episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla dive deep into the transformative world of AI for small business customer service. Join them as they unpack how artificial intelligence can be your secret weapon in handling everything from tricky customer inquiries to crafting professional, empathetic responses across multiple selling platforms.
Drawing from their own experiences, the hosts shar...
In this episode of Ready to Resell, hosts Kayla and Leah continue their series on Artificial Intelligence with Part 3, focusing specifically on how resellers can use AI to revolutionize their social media marketing strategy. The hosts share their personal experiences streamline content creation, generate platform-specific posts, and save valuable time that can be redirected to other aspects of their business.
Episode Highlights:
...In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla continue their multi-part series on artificial intelligence in the reselling world—this time focusing on AI tools for listing optimization! From enhancing product images to auto-generating titles and descriptions, they dive into how resellers can use AI to save time and money while also avoiding common pitfalls.
They discuss AI-powered photo editing, background removal, and image e...
Hey reseller fam! Still writing those listings by hand? Spending hours researching comps? Well, guess what - there's a better way! In this episode of Ready to Resell, your favorite reselling duo Leah and Kayla spill the tea (or coffee!) on how AI is already making reseller life easier (whether you know it or not!).
Sure, we were all promised flying cars by 2025, but instead we got something way better - smart tools that can help us...
In this enlightening episode of Ready to Resell, host Leah welcomes special guest Corrie, a serial entrepreneur in the wedding industry, for an intimate discussion about navigating major life changes while running a business. As the owner of 333 Designs and multiple other ventures, Corrie shares her candid journey of preparing her wedding and event design company for maternity leave – and the realities that followed.
From setting u...
Are you confused about why you’re suddenly getting hundreds of followers in your Poshmark Closet? What about all of those comments and questions as soon as you post a new item? In this episode of Ready to Resell, hosts Kayla and Leah dive deep into the rise of bots and how to find genuine customer interactions. Learn how to build authentic relationships, engage with real customers, and boost your sales by moving beyond automated in...
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