BONANZA! ......... Odd man out.

Since the announcement yesterday on http://rantsravesrenagade.blogspot.com Renagades bolg, and on http://www.auctionbytes.com/cab/cab/abn/y10/m09/i21/s01 Ina Steiner's blog, and a million other posts, forums, facebook threads, the internet e-commerce people have been a buzz with opinions, speculation, angst, and down right upset over a venue that was promoted for two years under the bonanzle name.

*sigh*..... well, I guess I am odd man out on this one. I sat back and watched the commenting the meltdowns the thunder and lightning, like a train going to crash and this, the over all reaction to a community that most have either loved or hated. Loved because it gave them a new venue, low fee's nice people, and communications with the owners. Loved because a precedent was set and an expectation that communication and ideas would be shared within the community to further the development of the site. Hated, because not everyone can be made happy.

That is the clincher. We are back to people being un-happy, and why? Because they were not informed of the name change, or the new market that was acquired. Well here is where my opinion differ's and is probably going to upset a lot of people. Bonanzle was the only site that I have sold on, up until about a year ago. I tried Ebay and a few others, but could not afford it, and stuck with my bonanzle booth. I was never a rah rah cheerleader for the site, but I never was against it either. This is where people really need to look at the bigger picture. I am hearing how the sellers should have been informed, how some had put money into advertising, how some have just bought business cards, and NOW, all this was for naught. I have to say wrong. I know it is inconvenient, but the URL will be re-directed. The business cards are still useful, and people will still shop at the site. WHY? Because they will.

I promote me. My booth, my antiques, my store, on-line and locally. I do not confer with Bill and Mark when I need to up-grade my sign, or change business cards, or for that matter, when I made a name change about a year ago. I went from GypsyTrading, to GypsyByways. Did I tell them? Did I see blog post's all over the internet hollering at me that I "owed" it to them to tell them of my intentions? No, and you know why? It is MY business, and they know that. Bonanzle is their business, and I know THAT!

Should there have been a courtesy? Maybe, possibly, probably, if we go by the precedent that was set, but there wasn't so guess what folks? Deal with it. They do not have to inform us, consult with us, or anything else with us. This is their business. As business people you people should KNOW that. Time to move on. Think about it. You are in business for you. If you don't like the site changes, then go to another site. Simple. Sorry, that is business.

My 2 cents... like it or lump it as my dad used to say. (Still does for that matter)

Christmas in July

The best sellers on the internet. This is an amazing list of bonanzle sellers, that are all involved in one of the biggest promotions of the year.

1st I do want to say, that my heartfelt thanks goes out to Jamiro, shopatusm and sofyblu2 for all their wonderful support and up-dates on the forums and all the work they put into this. All three can be found here>>>>>

> http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/jamiro

and here > http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/shopatusm

and here > http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/sofyblu2


Also, OUR LANDING PAGE WILL BE ON JAMIRO"S SITE< THE ONLY ON_LINE WIDGET MALL!

http://www.109frontstreet.com


The Christmas in July promotion includes these fine sellers!

Vintage Porcelain and Sterling, Dancewear, Clothing, Books
http://www.bonanzle.com/abbysattic
15% discount with coupon code Christmas

Jewelry, windchimes, yard decor
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/Abrafox
Clearing out the Warehouse! Prices too low to believe!

abcdesignsart Clothing & Accessory Treasures
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/abcdesignsart
15% off Everyting the Month of July!

Collectibles, Toys and More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/alicesgiftshop
20% off with Coupon Code: Christmas

Unique Clothing, Jewelry, Art & Collectibles
www.bonanzle.com/booths/andi
25% off with coupon code Xmas25

Annapplebonanza
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/AnnappleBonanza
See booth for more details

Mia Bella Soy Candles, Soaps, Eggart, Art Gitter Products
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/annimae
15% already marked off – no coupon or code needed

Antiques, Vintage, Retro Collectibles
http://www.bonanzle.com/AntiquesRGreat
20% off with Coupon Code: Christmas

Arista’s Little Bit of This n That
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/arista
Special: 20% off with coupon code CIJ

Crafts, Ornaments, Books, Household
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/AutumnLeaves
15% off sale use coupon code Joy

Books, Toys, Collectibles, & More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/AvocadoLane
20% off with coupon code: July

Banners, Advertising, Promoting, eBooks
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/AwesomeSteals
Special offers all month long!

Jewelry and Watches
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/bama1958
20% off with coupon code 20cij

Paula’s Barntiques
http://www.bonanzle.com/Barntiques859
See booth for more informatio

Bayside Betty
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/baysidebetty
Coupon Code: July for 20% off

Books, Paperbacks, mystery, romance
http://www.bonanzle.com/betsymint
20% Off with published coupon no code needed

all kinds of things – new
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/bfruendt
code for 10 percent off is elizabeth

Gemstones, Belt Buckles, Rocks, Fossils,Jewelry Findings
http://www.bonanzle.com/blarney_stone
20% off for all orders the entire month of July

Home & Garden Decor; Collectibles
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/Blazey
15% off with coupon code Christmas

Apparel,Household, Collectibles & Gifts
http://www.bonanzle.com/bloomermo
25% Off with Coupon Code: Snow

Vintage European Jewelry, Ivory, Asian Art
http://www.Bonanzle.com/BlueBoy
11% off with Coupon Code koziol.de

Boyd Glass,Handknits,Collectibles,& Vintage Jewelry
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/bluridge2cats
15% off with coupon Christmas

Books.Movies,Craft Media for all ages
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/Bluridge2Bookshelves
20% off w/coupon Christmas

BMJ Housewares n More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/bmjhousewaresNmore
See booth for more details

Books, Sci-Fi, Cookbooks, Music, DVDs
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/Bobisbroke
coupon: July30 30% off all month

Children’s Books: Board,Toddler,Preschool,I Spy
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/Bonanzabooks
Buy 1 book, Get 1 free during Christmas in July!

Cookbooks – craft books
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/TheBookie
Freebie with purchase!

Collectibles, CDs, Quilt Fabrics, Patterns
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/BonBonAnonz
5% to 20% OFF Many Items, No Code Needed

Books, Christmas Costume & Ornament Patterns, Gifts
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/BookbinEtc
20% off with Coupon Code: Christmas

Stop by For Great Gift Ideas
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/bunnyseeu
40% off with coupon code hohoho

Earrings, Bath & Body, Handbags & More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/Buy2Sell4U
50% OFF Code: CIJ50 at Checkout

Vintage series and antique books, newer fiction
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/CALsBookInn
15% off with Coupon Code: Christmas

Alice in Wonderland Collectibles
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/canary_treasures
20% off with coupon code CHRISTMAS

Vintage Photographs, Victorian Cabinet Cards & More!
http://www.bonanzle.com/CapturedMemories
20% off with Coupon Code: Christmas

Books, Sci-Fi, Children, Science
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/ccmom
15% OFF Coupon Code: July15

Sterling Silver Jewelry & Gifts, Celtic, Chakra, Christian, Goth
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/CelticMoonRising
25% off with Coupon Code: Christmas

Handmade,Candles,Dipper Critters, More
http://www.bonanzle.com/charp77
Check booth for different weekly specials

Cookbooks, Crafts, Gifts
http://www.Bonanzle.com/Cheyenne2u
FREE Shipping + 10% Off with $25 Purchase

Treasure Today
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/ChillyDog
15% Discount with Coupon Code Christmas

Gifts, Collectibles, and Ugly Christmas Sweaters
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/chinanmore
15% off w/$50 order with code: Jingle

Soy Tarts, Soy Candles
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/chopely
10% off with coupon code JULY

Christmas Wrap
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/ChristmasWrap
See booth for more details

Children’s Clothing, Toys, Skin Care & More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/Christine_sTreasure
20% off with Coupon Code: Christmas

clothing,watches/jewelry,health/beauty,crafts,handbags
www.bonanzle.com/cici
Check the booth for weekly specials

Raikes, Boyds, Funicello, and Teddy Bears
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/CindyBear
25% OFF Coupon Code: Special25

Buttons, handcrafted, home decor, collectibles
http://bonanzle.com/booths/CleosFleaMarket
10% discount with coupon code: cleo

CLSAK free shipping over $10.00
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/CLSAK
25% off with coupon code July

Antiques, uniques and other fun things
http://www.bonanzle.com/CollectibleCorner
20% off with coupon code Santa

O.C. Mercantile: books, videos and more
http://www.bonanzle.com/CollectibleCornerToo
10% off with coupon code Santa

Beads, Handcrafted Jewelry, Collectibles and more
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/colleenm248
25% off all month with coupon code: Christmas

Band tees, trendy clothing & brand names
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/coolshirts2cheap
Free US & Canada shipping on $20 – see store for details

Nascar, plus & junior clothing, and more
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/coolstuff2cheap
Free US & Canada shipping on $20 or more

Handbags, Wristlets & More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/countess613
20% off with coupon code: snow

Home decor, needlecraft, gifts for any occasion
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/CraftPatch
Freebie with purchase

Collectibles & More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/createstuff
Save 20% with Coupon CHRISTMAS

Home Decor~Yard & Garden
http://www.bonanzle.com/crittercreekranch
Free Candle included with every purchase

Collectibles, Crafts, Books, Dolls and Lots More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/cshort0319
12% off everything Use coupon: 12 days

Custom Xmas trees, wreaths, florals and jewelry
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/cutethings6
20% off all Christmas Items for the month of July!

Collectibles, Homer Laughlin China, Comic Books
http://www.bonanzle.com/daylily
20% off with coupon code Christmas

Deez Stuff
http://www.bonanzle.com/deezstuff
See booth for more details

Toys
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/dresstressballs
10% off all month of July. use code: stressballs

Pet Toys, Children’s Clothes, Christmas Deco
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/DiabeticSocks
10% OFF with Code: JULY

Dolls, Dolls, Dolls
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/dollcottage
Coupon code dolls for 30% off

Antiques, Collectibles and Vintage
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/DoodleDandy
20% discount with coupon code Doodle

Bibs, Blankets, Clothing, Civil War, Collectibles, Fabric
www.bonanzle.com/DoubleLLGifts
10% discount with coupon code HOHOHO

Handmade and vintage jewelry, Japanese collectibles
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/Dreamstalker
20% off and combined shipping with code: JULYSNOW

Collectibles,clothing,Christmas
http://www.bonanzle.com/driver211
20% off with code holiday

Handcrafted wire work jewelry
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/Edi
15% Discount,with Coupon Code July

Handcrafted Gemstone Jewelry
http://www.bonanzle.com/eggcentricityjewels
25% off with coupon code CIJ

Sensual, Sexy, Elegant Lingerie
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/elegantlingerie
25% off everything during July with code XMAS

Barbie dolls, Beanie Babies, Diecast Cars & More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/emmesattic
20% off with coupon code: July sale

Glass,Pottery,Jewelry,Collectibles & more
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/estatefinds4u
15% off with coupon code Frosty15

Promo Videos, Custom Banners, Ivory and More
http://www.Bonanzle.com/EuropeanGoodies
10% OFF with Coupon Code koziol.de

monkeys, jewelry ,home decor and collectibles
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/fairdeals4u
20% off monkeyboy

Women Junior & Junior Plus Clothing
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/fancyfashiongal
20% off with coupon code jingle

Folk art prints, tags, tuck-in cards, bookmarks
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/FunWithPaper
Freebie with purchase

Vintage to New Toys Books & More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/forevertoysandbooks
20% off coupon code CHRISTMAS

Antiques, Vintage, Collectibles, Eclectic, OOAK Art
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/Frolicnymph
15% OFF With Coupon Code: Frolic

Dance shoes, Better Brand Clothing, replacement dishes
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/fromlu2you
coupon: July30 for 30% off all month

Home Decor, Poodles, Tableware, Books, etc
http://www.bonanzle.com/galrion
10% off with coupon code XMAS

Clothes, plus size, misses, tops, shorts, jewelry, kids, men
http://www.bonanzle.com/gingernellscloset
20% off published coupon, no code needed, combined shipping

Lingerie, bras, panties, jammies, nightgowns, pajamas
http://www.bonanzle.com/gingernellslingerie
20% discount, published coupon, combined shipping

Welding Supplies, MSA, Jackson, Radnor, SAIT
http://www.bonanzle.com/gingernellstreasures
20% Off, published coupon

Girls Horse Clothes & Accessories, Household, Toys
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/GirlsHorseClothes4U
10% off $100 or more purchase with coupon code – HORSE

Toys, Holiday, Crafts, Clothing, Vintage, Jewelry
URL : http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/glorsstore
Discount: 10% Off Everything – more details in booth

Collectibles, OOAK Dolls, Comics, Jewelry & More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/grabadeal
20% off with code Rudolph

Jewelry Specials Stop By and See What’s New
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/granny123
10% off on all Jewelry Plus Free Shipping

Custom made bracelets, Clothing +Much More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/granny7x
Coupon Code: PEACE for 15% discount

Collectibles, Jewelry, Decor, Kids Clothing
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/gran12345
Weekly Super Specials

sun essential Sunblock SPF 30 and SPF 20
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/grayghost
15% Discount,with Coupon Code July

Quality Antiques and Collectibles
http://www.bonanzle.com/gypsygirl
15% off for July coupon code: july

Handbags, Wallets, Bible Covers & Jewelry
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/HandbagAddicts
20% off with coupon code Christmas

Collectibles, Craft Supplies and Yummy Mixes
http://www.bonanzle.com/handmadebyjingles
Coupon Code for 15% is CIJ

Collectibles, Household, Toys and more
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/HodgePodgeLodge
Special Offers All Month Long

Collectibles, Decor, Eclectic, Oddities
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/HooliePonyRecycle
10% OFF Already Low Prices w/Code Nickers

Handmade Angels and Awareness Items
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/hopeslittleangels
Save 20% with Coupon CHRISTMAS

Eclectic Stuff & Gifts For All
http://bonanzle.com/booths/hoppyeshopper
25% off with Coupon Code: XmasNow7131

Sewing Patterns, Books, Collectibles, Clothes, Software
http://www.Bonanzle.com/Indizona
Save 25% with coupon code July Christmas

Everything from baby clothes to zebra print bedding
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/irresistiblegifts
25% off everything during July with code XMAS

For Everything Genealogy and Scottish Clans
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/J7339
20% off all Coat of Arm, Irish Surname, Clan Badge Prints

Jamiro-Eclectica ~ Vintage to New
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/jamiro
20% off with coupon code Christmas

Collectibles … Records & Sports Cards
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/jeterdaman1
30% Off Purchase of $2.00 or More

Cameos, pendants, earrings, sterling, jewelry supplies
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/TheJewelryBox
Freebie with purchase

Quality jewelry and gems
http://www.bonanzle.com/jewelrywiz
See discount in booth

Clothing, Jewelry, Accessories, Home Decor
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/JGClothing
10% off with coupon code: Christmas

JillyBeans Boutique
http://www.bonanzle.com/jillybeansboutique
See booth for more details

Antiques, Collectibles and Hand knits/crochets
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/jinx_stuff
20% discount with coupon Mickeys Christmas

Books, Home, School and more
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/jklbooksupply
15% Off using coupon code: JulySale

Books, Music, Christmas Items & More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/joangranite
Coupon Code: Santa – 20% off

Jodeze Gifts & More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/JodezeGifts
uses code jodeze for 15% off

Euro-style affirmation beads for prayer, meditation, & mindfulness
http://www.bonanzle.com/JourneyBeads
15% off with coupon code SAVE15

Home Decor, Incense, Figurines and Jewelry
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/juanitamart47
Accepting all reasonable offers

tees, sweatshirts, and mouse pads and coasters
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/judyfruendt
coupon code elizabeth for 10 percent off

Stuff’N Nonsense an Eclectic Mix
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/karenfrew
15% off on items over $10.00 and free shipping as always

Antiques, Collectibles, Vintage, & More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/kashmir31
15% Off with Coupon Code CHRISTMAS

Buy one clothing item,get one half price
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/Katherine_s
See details in freebie listing

Old Vintage Antique Goods
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/kbarrd
15% off with code: July

KB Creative
http://www.bonanzle.com/kbcreativedesigns
%20 off entire purchase for month of July

KB Store
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/KBStore
%20 off entire purchase for month of July

Hallmark ornaments, cake decorating, sewing, quilting
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/kraftykel
15% off with coupon code: xmas

Vintage, Toys, Scrapbooking, Jewelry, Gifts
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/Kokokat
20% off with Coupon Code: Snowballs

French hand painted collectible Limoges boxes & more!
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/LaBoutiqueFrancais
15% off with code: xmasjuly

Ledfoots Pet Bakery
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/LedfootsPetBakery
See booth for more details

Handmade, pre-made and custom made signs
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/ALittleBitofPaint
Freebie with purchase

Antiques, Collectibles & More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/loristhisandthat
20% Off all items ~ Combined Shipping

Vintage Collectibles & Hand Crafted Leather Creations
http://www.bonanzle.com/loneelk
20% off any purchase with coupon code SAVENOW

Vintage to handmade, florals, gift baskets, home décor
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/lynsky59
See booth for more details

Novelty Car Tags, Plates, Military, Patriotic, NASCAR
http://www.bonanzle.com/maggiemays
10% Published coupon, no code needed!

Vintage Cookbooks and Sewing Patterns
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/marlenesvintage
10% discount with coupon code MV2U

Martist Music
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/martist
See booth for more details

Antiques, Collectibles and More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/marycarol
15% off on 25.00 purchase

Collectibles, Ornaments and much more
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/mcbryn7923
20% off with Coupon code Christmas

Collectibles, Books, CDs, Magazines and More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/McGester
Save 20% off in July with coupon HoHoHo

Glass, China, Collectibles
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/Memaws16
Coupon Code: July for 20% off

Gifts, Jewelry, Handbags, Wholesale, and more
http://www.bonanzle.com/miatai
15% off w/$50 order, free shipping w/$75 order

Steins, Santa, collectibles, rare books & more
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/midfield_john
20% off with coupon code: MERRY

Vintage to New Costume Jewelry, Sarah Coventry
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/MissDaisy
15%off with Code CIJ

childrens, womens & mens apparel new and gently used
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/missy2223
20% off with code CIJ

Junior Clothing,Perfumes,Collectibles & Gifts
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/misty55
20% off with Coupon Code Santa

Collectibles, Crafts, China, Vintage, Jewelry & More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/MKDesigner
15% off total with code: HOHOHO

Diecast,Model Kits
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/modelmania
Coupon Code(models)25% off

Handmade Jewelry
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/momsjewels
All Items: July 1-15 50% Off ~ July 16-31 75% Off

Collectibles, Glassware, Candles
http://www.bonanzle.com/momspennies
25% off all purchases

Clothing,Collectibles,Jewelry and Books
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/mrsdinkerson
Free shipping on everything in booth

Mystery,Jewelry, & Banners
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/MrsMysteryGal
50% OFF with coupon code: CIJ50

An eclectic mix of Collectibles
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/NANCYCRAIGN
See booth for more details

More Collectibles
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/NANCYCRAIGN1
See booth for more details

Collectibles, Houshold and More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/nancycraign2
See booth for more details

Hand Crafted Jewelry, Lanyards, Cosmetics, Skin Care, Colognes
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/NaomisNook
25% off all month – use code JULY at checkout

Nature Blank Greeting Cards Real Photo
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/NaturesInspirations
10% Off with coupon code: Inspire

Books,clothing,Avon,home decor,Christian books
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/New_Life_Resale
25% off with code Christmas

Handcrafted Bead & Jewelry Ornaments, Vintage Collectibles
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/newmillenniumbeatnik
save 20% off in July with Coupon code – NMBCIJ20

Toys, Hobbies, Collectibles, Home and Garden
http://www.bonanzle.com/newriverone
20% off with coupon code newriverone

Country Crafts, Home Decor & More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/noodles886
20% off with Coupon Code: JulySavings

Bath and Body
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/normasbathandbody
10% off all month during July. Use Code: Normasbath

Vintage & New Collectibles & Books
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/nutz4bookznstuff
20% off with Coupon code: hoho

Pottery, glass, porcelain
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/okietwo
20% off entire booth with coupon July.

Collectibles, glass, porcelain, jewelry, hand-crafted items
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/okiemarket09
20% off entire booth with coupon July.

Products and services for natural health and wellness
http://www.bonanzle.com/oshunspirit1
15% off with coupon code SAVE15

Vintage, Old & New Everything Eclectic
http://www.bonanzle.com/paceset9999
15% OFF Coupon Code: Joy

Books and stuff
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/parisgirl
See booth for more information

Top Quality Mousepads Made in the U.S.A.
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/PegsPlace
Free Shipping

Contemporary, Vintage and Antique Collectibles
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/pennipete
20% off Coupon Code: CIJ

Collectibles, Vintage, Christmas and Clothing
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/pepestreasures
Coupon code pepee 15% off

The Pink Frog Shoppe
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/The_Pink_Frog_Shoppe
Coupon Code Frog, 15% discount

Clothing, Shoes, Accessories, Home Decor
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/PhoenixResale
Coupon code: Xmas 25% off

Vintage Postcards Victorian Trade Cards & More!
http://www.bonanzle.com/ThePostcardShoppe
20% off with Coupon Code: Christmas

Home Decor, Clothing & Accessories, Collectibles & More
http://www.bonanzle.com/purpleiris
See Booth for Various Specials

Vintage Farm Equipment Manuals
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/purpletractors
15% off with coupon code Christmas

Antiques, Collectibles & More
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/pwittsstuff
20% off with Coupon Code: Christmas

Christmas Items, Yard & Garden, As Seen On TV
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/KweenJessi
Free Gifts see booth and spend $50 get 10% off

Antiques, Collectibles, Vintage Christmas, Glassware
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Round Three

As some of you know, who follow my blog, I have had trouble with a person, calling one of my items into question. I did a post on this back in November, or December, the second time it had come up.

Let me bring you up to speed with a bit of background if your unaware of the situation. I had an item reserved until I could prove authenticity. That was done to the best of my ability, and in the eyes of the site that I sell on, was accepted. It Should have been end of story. A month later, it was brought up again, and that was when I posted the 1st blog on this. Now the bottom line is, I still do not have a valid reason why this person is so adamant on my item being a fake. If I did, I could look into it further and possibly this person would be right. BUT, Because I do not, we are at an impasse.

Well, now we are on to round three. Here is the current situation. Because the item was deemed authentic, the person in question decided for themselves that this was un-true. They then went to a public forum and slandered me. I reported the slander, but because it was off the site that I sell on, again nothing could be done about it.

Several months have passed. On Monday of this week, I had a sale. At that time, my booth items dropped by one item. As they should. After getting the item ready and going and marking shipped, I look, and my booth items again dropped by one more.

HUH?? Well, because I have been busy, and because the site is relatively new, I thought nothing of it. May have been a glitch, which has happened before. A week passes. On Saturday, I go into my batch edit to use my mark down manager. I had decided to run a sale on china. THIS did not happen, because low and behold, there sits my item that I thought was no longer in question, with a big "SUSPENDED" next to it.

For those of you who know the site, you know that you can go in and report an item as fake. You use the "bomb" button. Each report is assigned a value so people do not take advantage of it. Meaning, if I report it, it is coming from my ISP address, I cannot then keep hitting that button. Well, I can, but it does no good.

Apparently, because of this, this person who originally thought my item to be fake, recruited a lot of people on different computers, to go in and "bomb" my listing. This to me tells me I am dealing with a mentality of a child and not a professional dealer.

I would hate to sell anything to anyone that is not what I think it is, however, if I am not provided the information to research it further, then I am stuck with what I have, and that is the item is real.

At this point in this on going saga, I have decided to keep it listed. Even though the public slander is creating doubts about my own ability, I refuse to allow anyone to control how I do business. I show integrity, and honestly in dealing with my customers, and that is all I can do.

When Bad Judgment leads to Self-Enjoyment

It is 4am on another sleepless night.

I have spent the last several months watching a business person make a complete fool of themselves. Why you ask? Well because I am a people watcher and one of my pet peeves is watching someone else build them self up by degrading another person. So this particular situation caught my eye.

Can I do anything about this? No, probably not, but I can give an example.

I am in antiques, so we will use an example from what I might sell.

Lets say one person has an autographed picture of someone famous, and another person does not believe the autograph to be real. So the person who does not believe this to be true, makes a report against the person who has it.

Well, that's good, because really who would want to buy something that is not what it says it is? Not me, and I would certainly want to know if what I thought I had was indeed not what it appeared to be. So.. ok, now the report has been made, there are emails, and verification, and then everything appears to be settled. In the ensuing weeks and months, all is quiet and the person selling the autograph is doing good, and going about their business.

Then all of a sudden, out of the blue this issue pops up again, on this same autograph. The one that has been verified. So what is this seller going to do? To stay professional and keep their reputation intact, they need to address this. So, off go some more emails and then.... poof... silence.

THEN, the bomb... it appears since the person who has done the reporting, based on little to no reasons, is now slamming this other person because they feel this person is being "protected". "protected"? From what you ask? Why does this person have such a stake in something that has already been verified?

So you may ask how I would handle this, or how you your self would handle this, but at this point, I think the best thing to do is let this person, who has NEVER contacted aforementioned seller, hang themselves.

I saw a blog post recently done by a very good friend of mine, Susan Leak, "Are you talking to me, YOU, taking to me"? Found here>>> http://rantsravesrenagade.blogspot.com/2010/01/are-you-talkin-to-me-you-talkin-to-me.html Well you should read it, because they are. All over the internet and it is very easy to track down someones reputation and see what they are saying about people that maybe they should not be saying. very bad for business, very bad.

and here's the thing.... now they know who you are!

Enough said. Here's the deal people, when you try to ruin someone else, you shoot yourself in the foot. It is bad business to talk about another seller in a bad light. If you have an issue, take it up with them in private. If it is not satisfied to your liking, then there is not much you can do about except to move on. Slamming the other person, and insinuating horrible things about them, only makes you look bad, not the person your trying to discredit. It can also lead to lawsuits, based on defamation of character. I don't think any of us wants that. Do you?

Taking the plunge

Well hello!

I have taken the plunge. This is scary business. I have had my own website now for almost a year, and never really went anywhere with it. I spent the 1st month building it, and then had some other things that needed attending, so put Gypsytradingcompany.org aside. In November of 2008, I found bonanzle. http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/gypsygirl and planted myself there. Now, The people who have come to know me, KNOW that I am not tech savvy. Ask anyone, www.bonanzle.com/booths/renagade, Susan Leak is one of the greatest people I know on bonanzle, and just a bevy of information for running your business and being successful at it. (waiting for her call now! :) ) www.bonanzle.com/booths/jamiro, Note, jamiro, did the lovely banner in my booth, which will now have to get modified! Help Jamiro! I just love this lady! nuff said! www.bonanzle.com/booths/auctionwally, Now, Wally, he is an auctioneer, and the best in my eyes, but also does consulting and appraisels and offers a host of other on-line services, including but not limited to live auctions! www.bonanzle.com/booths/attheboutique, Phaedra, one of my favorites that I have met since being on-line, is Wallys co-host during his talkshoe programs, and makes wonderful lotions and skin care products. (still waiting for my gallon jug too, and you can label with black permant marker! lol...I'll take it.) www.bonanzle.com/booths/ActionHealthyLife, Sonja, another favorite of mine offers a wonderful variety of healthcare products, and helps whenever she can, and several others including www.bonanzle.com/booths/bonanzlemark
I rerally cannot name everyone that has given me help along the way, and do not have all the words for my appreciation of them.

Since following the progression of on-line business, a whole new concept to me, I have learned terms like optimize, brand, transparency, and a host of other things, but not tech stuff. One of the things I was given advice about was the .com business. In order to get high search engine results, (I didn't know what that was either) I needed to go with a .com. Thanks Wally. :) So, here I am, the proud owner of Gypsybyways.com, and at a complete standstill! Arrgghhh...this is scary! I have to change everything. My user names will stay the same in most cases to keep my branding in place. My avatar will also stay the same. It is all the places I am listed at that I now have to go in and change. Bonanle, (which means changing my lovely banner that Jamiro made for me, and www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=31369&followVal=true&cmd=follow, and everyplaceIsell, and avcosa.ning.com/, and ......the list is a mile long.

This is a daunting task, but I have made one goal a day towards getting this completed, and incorporating it into bonanzle. Todays Goal, is getting Ms. Susan Leak on the horn to settle me down!
She has a godaddy site, and so I am really looking forward to talking with her about the ins and outs of this!