Resale Therapy

Episode 3: Thrift Store Etiquette That No One Talks About


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Hannah and Kendall discuss their highs and lows, including the anticipation of moving and slow sales. They then delve into thrift store etiquette, sharing their experiences and insights on navigating thrift stores, pricing strategies, and pet peeves. The conversation delves into the competitive nature of bin shopping, the impact on mental health, and store etiquette and challenges. It explores the emotional toll of competition, strategies for maintaining mental well-being, and the importance of choosing a positive work environment. Additionally, it addresses challenges with store pricing, pushy shoppers, store odor, and aisle etiquette. The conversation covers thrift store etiquette, networking and making connections, and the concept of seller circles and community meetups. It emphasizes the importance of leaving the thrift store better than you found it, building connections with other resellers, and participating in seller circles and community meetups to establish a community of resellers.
Takeaways

  • Anticipation of moving and slow sales can be challenging for resellers.

  • Thrift store etiquette involves navigating pricing strategies, pet peeves, and unique experiences. Maintaining mental well-being in a competitive environment

  • Strategies for dealing with pushy shoppers and store challenges Thrift store etiquette is important for creating a positive environment for both shoppers and employees.

  • Networking and making connections with other resellers can lead to valuable opportunities and collaborations.

  • Seller circles and community meetups provide a platform for resellers to connect, share knowledge, and build a supportive community.


Chapters

  • 00:00 Highs and Lows

  • 22:00 The Bins: Competitive Environment

  • 39:10 Store Etiquette and Challenges

  • 46:38 Networking and Making Connections

  • 58:40 Seller Circles and Community Meetups


    Connect with the Hosts:
    Podcast Instagram: @ResaleTherapyPodcast
    Kendall’s eBay Store: ⁠https://ebay.us/m/WrhPhS⁠
    Kendall’s Poshmark Closet: ⁠https://poshmark.com/closet/stylesecondhand⁠
    Kendall’s Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestylesecondhand⁠
    Hannah’s eBay Store: https://ebay.us/m/cr8wtZ
    Hannah’s Poshmark Closet: https://posh.mk/uNvhpyDQs0b
    Hannah’s Instagram: @raleighrethread

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Resale TherapyBy Hannah and Kendall