Finding the best tools and resources can be tough for resellers. Sharing what works helps everyone stay ahead and grow together. Use these proven templates to spark resource recommendations and collective learning in your reselling community.
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Recommending resources taps into the collective knowledge and real-life experience of your community. When members share tools, guides, or apps that have helped them, it creates a culture of generosity and practical learning. This approach encourages even quieter members to join the conversation, as everyone has at least one resource to suggest or benefit from.
Psychologically, sharing resources builds trust and social proof. People are more likely to try a tool if someone they respect in the community has found it valuable. It also positions your community as a go-to place for up-to-date info, making members more likely to return and participate. Over time, this practice creates a valuable library of crowd-sourced recommendations that saves everyone time and boosts results.
What is one reselling tool or app you can't live without? Share why you love it.
💡 Example: "I can't live without SellerAmp. It speeds up my product research so much."
Drop your favorite YouTube channel for learning about reselling. How has it helped you?
💡 Example: "I recommend Raiken Profit's channel. His tips on eBay listings are gold."
Share a podcast episode that changed your approach to reselling.
💡 Example: "The Side Hustle Show episode on Amazon FBA totally shifted my mindset."
What website do you use for sourcing inventory? Tell us what makes it great.
💡 Example: "I use Liquidation.com because they have consistent lots and clear photos."
Which Instagram accounts do you follow for daily reselling tips?
💡 Example: "I follow @resellwithrosie. Her stories keep me motivated."
Is there a book that helped you improve your reselling business? Recommend it here.
💡 Example: "'Rich Dad Poor Dad' helped me understand business basics."
What is the best free resource you have found for learning about reselling?
💡 Example: "Reddit's r/Flipping has daily tips and answers to every question."
Share a blog or newsletter that keeps you up to date on reselling trends.
💡 Example: "I read The Hustle's newsletter for insights on new marketplaces."
Which pricing tool do you trust for setting your listings? Why?
💡 Example: "I use Keepa for Amazon price tracking. It saves me from underpricing."
Recommend a shipping calculator or service that saves you money.
💡 Example: "Pirate Ship has helped me cut shipping costs by 20 percent."
What is your go-to resource for finding profitable niches?
💡 Example: "I use Google Trends to spot new product categories."
Which online community or forum has helped you most in your reselling journey?
💡 Example: "The eBay Community forums are full of useful advice."
Share a Chrome extension or browser add-on you use for reselling tasks.
💡 Example: "I love using Honey to find coupons for shipping supplies."
Is there a marketplace or platform you recently discovered? Share your experience.
💡 Example: "I just started on Mercari and found the listing process super easy."
Which accounting tool or method makes tracking profits easier for you?
💡 Example: "I use QuickBooks to keep my numbers in order."
Recommend a resource for learning about taxes as a reseller.
💡 Example: "The IRS Small Business page has clear info for resellers."
What social media group has offered you the best support or advice?
💡 Example: "The Facebook group 'Amazon FBA Warriors' is super active and friendly."
Share a video tutorial that helped you master a key reselling skill.
💡 Example: "I learned how to take better product photos from Rally Roots' YouTube video."
What daily habit or routine resource keeps you productive as a reseller?
💡 Example: "I use Trello to track my tasks each morning."
Recommend a resource for learning about cross-listing on multiple platforms.
💡 Example: "List Perfectly makes cross-listing to eBay, Poshmark, and Mercari super fast."
What resource do you wish you had when you started reselling?
💡 Example: "I wish I found the Scavenger Life podcast earlier."
Share a course or webinar that improved your reselling skills.
💡 Example: "The eBay Seller School webinar helped me optimize my listings."
Is there a price tracking site you use? How does it help your business?
💡 Example: "CamelCamelCamel alerts me to Amazon price drops."
What newsletter or email list keeps you informed about deals and trends?
💡 Example: "I subscribe to BoloMart's weekly deal alerts."
Recommend a resource for beginner resellers trying to make their first sale.
💡 Example: "The eBay for Beginners guide helped me list my first item."
What Facebook group do you think every reseller should join?
💡 Example: "I recommend 'Reseller Revolution' for its daily Q and A."
Share a spreadsheet template or app you use for inventory management.
💡 Example: "I use Google Sheets with color coding for tracking inventory."
What is the best source for reselling news or industry updates?
💡 Example: "EcommerceBytes always posts the latest platform changes."
Which mobile app do you use for quick product research on the go?
💡 Example: "Scoutly lets me scan barcodes at thrift stores."
Recommend a resource for learning about international shipping.
💡 Example: "I watched a Shippo webinar on customs and international shipping."
What podcast do you tune into for motivation or strategies?
💡 Example: "'The Reseller Niche' podcast keeps me inspired."
Share an eBook or PDF guide that gave you actionable tips.
💡 Example: "The 'Ultimate Amazon FBA Guide' eBook was full of practical steps."
What sourcing list or paid group has given you the best ROI?
💡 Example: "FBA Insiders paid group sends top-notch product leads."
Recommend a resource for dealing with slow sales or tough markets.
💡 Example: "I read eBay's Seller Center articles for tips during slow months."
What online calculator or estimator helps you price or profit better?
💡 Example: "The Amazon FBA calculator keeps my pricing competitive."
Share a resource for learning about product photography for listings.
💡 Example: "This eBay photo guide helped me boost my listing quality."
What tool or app streamlines your order fulfillment process?
💡 Example: "ShipStation automates my order shipping and saves time."
Recommend a resource for understanding platform policy changes.
💡 Example: "EcommerceBytes covers new eBay and Amazon policies quickly."
What email or notification service keeps you on top of reselling trends?
💡 Example: "Google Alerts sends me news about Amazon FBA updates."
Share your favorite resource for learning about vintage or collectible items.
💡 Example: "I use WorthPoint for vintage item price research."
What online course or tutorial helped you automate your reselling tasks?
💡 Example: "Udemy's automation course taught me how to schedule listings."
Recommend a resource for finding trending or seasonal products.
💡 Example: "Pinterest Trends helps me spot upcoming hot products."
Pick a template that fits your community's style and current needs. Post it as a standalone question, a weekly thread, or part of a themed discussion. Encourage members to not only name the resource but also explain how it helped their reselling journey. Follow up by tagging active members or sharing your own example to get the ball rolling. Regularly highlighting the best or most upvoted recommendations can further motivate participation.
On all platforms, keep your prompts short and clear for maximum participation. Use visuals like images or pinned threads to highlight top recommendations. Remember to acknowledge contributors publicly, and consider compiling shared resources in a central doc or pinned post for long-term value.
Aim to post a resource prompt weekly or biweekly. Regular prompts keep resource sharing top of mind and encourage ongoing participation.
Members can share articles, videos, books, podcasts, tools, apps, communities, spreadsheets, or any material that helps with reselling.
Use simple, low-pressure prompts and share your own example first. Tagging trusted members or running 'resource of the week' features also helps.
Yes, review shared resources for relevance and safety. Thank contributors and highlight the most useful or popular ones for everyone.
Encourage short explanations, allow links or screenshots, and create a central place to save top recommendations for easy access later.
Absolutely. These prompts are designed for all platforms. Just adjust the format if needed for character limits or posting styles.
Regularly invite new recommendations and periodically review or refresh the shared resource list to keep it relevant and useful.