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Does your auction include a Call to Action?

by: low_cost_neckties( 105Feedback score is 100 to 499) Top 1000 Reviewer
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Guide viewed: 1672 times Tags: call to action | bid now | buy it now


Every Auction should have “THIS” but most do not

 A Call to Action

A call to action is a very simple word or phrase that tells your potential bidder what they should do next. This may seem obvious but one of the biggest mistakes you can make as an eBay seller is to sit back and “hope” that your potential bidder actually becomes a bidder.

It is important to put aside your need to be subtle in your description. Instead, come right out and tell your customers what they need to no next. You can use words or phrases such as the following:

Bid Now and Save Money
Bid Now, Don’t Miss Out on This Incredible Deal
Bid Now, Before the Price Gets Too High
Bid Now, Quantities Are Limited and Moving Fast

 Some sellers actually make this interactive by using a gif file to increase awareness and entice their bidders to place a bid!

  This simple tactic will increase your sales immediately. I will always include at least 2 calls to action in my listings. Try it for yourself and see if it works!

GnSOhana

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Guide ID: 10000000000105738Guide created: 12/16/05 (updated 10/21/09)

 
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