Do you have a product that you want to sell online? Still do not know what to sell and are looking for the perfect product? Are you interested in expanding your market but don't know where to look for new clients?
Do not worry, these are questions that all entrepreneurs of today ask, fortunately here we give you some ideas about the platforms that give the time in terms of promoting products online. Of course, we warn you that these tools will serve you but not much without an adequate analysis of your market, the level of competition and the excellent service that should characterize your company.
Alibaba. "Import from China at low prices"
If you are an entrepreneur looking for new and innovative products, we recommend Alibaba. In this marketplace you will find thousands of products from companies around the world and with a little work you can find the perfect product to sell to your community.
From clothing to technological gadgets, although in Alibaba you can find everything you should take into account:
Advantage:
- Access to thousands of products and services. Great prices can be found. Producers around the world publish their offers. There is a free service for those who prefer not to pay.
Disadvantages:
- Many fictitious companies offer products or services, so it is important to verify the existence of the company and make payments to it through Paypal in case of making a purchase agreement. Not all products they sell are of high quality, so it is advisable to request samples.High competition
Amazon. "A complete platform to sell to the world"
For those who want to sell to the world and have a virtual store there is Amazon. The platform created by Jeff Bezos also allows you to buy, offer products to the world and have a virtual store linked to your account with all the features that every virtual store must have.
Here are some facts to take into account:
Advantage:
- Professional platform with modules for online sales. Free version for people who start selling. Possibility of having a positive ranking based on customer feedback. Possibility of reaching clients in the United States and Canada.
Disadvantages:
- High competition. Price war in some categories since Amazon is characterized in offering lower prices. Commissions are charged even on free accounts.
Ebay. Is the auction your thing?
If the auction is your thing and you have products that deserve to be offered through this type of sale, you must enter Ebay. This platform, which also works with Paypal, offers you the possibility of auctioning your products until a deadline and conditions of sale established by the seller.
Ebay also allows you to offer products in the normal sales modality by offering the seller a virtual store and a profile of comments with which you can measure the satisfaction of the seller's buyers.
Advantage:
- It allows reaching international markets on a single platform. Possibility of having a seller and virtual store profile within Ebay. It offers a customer ranking that can be a source of trust for future buyers.
Disadvantages:
- Charges sales commissions and advertising commissions (on the amount of the sale made). Highly competitive market. Artificial rises in prices have been reported from many auctions which hurts buyers. Fraud protection has an additional cost.
