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- I’m feeling tired and overwhelmed. This is my reality of being a full time bookseller.
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When you asked "when should I put my store in time away?" I was like shouting at the screen "NOW!" This is not the time for grinding yourself to a halt working around the inventory and the move. Keep things sensible, safe and stay on top of things. You will thank yourself later!
I was trying to leave it to as late as I could but after this shipping day I knew it had to be done or I’ll end up in the looney bin lol
@@backfromburnout 100% the right decision!
I have the same idea, put the store on time away NOW and leave it there until you are moved and unpacked. You can still have sales just ship when you are prepared.
Definitely feel your pain . I did a move with about 60 aquariums with 1000’s of fish . Hard not to get overwhelmed but just had to stay positive and do step by step :) you got this :)
I agree with this 100% then I think you need lots of help once your settled to help you keep up with your demand.
I wish I the amount of business that you have. If I did I wouldn't need to work my full time job too. I'm lucky to get that amount of business in about a month or 2 usually. It's not helping that shipping prices here are getting so insane lately.
1. Move the bags of unlisted books into storage
2. Start packing books in boxes labelled with sku number, keep boxes stacked in front of relevant shelves
3. Keep shop open for another week.
4. Pull from boxes if that sku shelf has been packed
5. Put shop in time away for 2nd week. Finish packing & move
Good ideas here thank you
At least move the new books out of the shed to somewhere else for the next week.
I was thinking this same thing, definitely get inventory not listen out of the way first.
This sounds like a good plan Mel.
I was thinking the same. And count for 2-3 days extra when you move. It always takes longer than you think. You need a hand to help you when you pack in boxes too. Please find someone to help you ❤❤❤
Watching this video makes me want to jump a plane and start packing books for you. Love watching how real you are!!!! Best!
Ha ha thank you. At least when I pack I can throw on some fun music and go at my own pace with no shipping or listing deadlines
Lol! I thought the same thing. 🤦😂
Omg like 10 min ago I’m like “ hey where is our friend Mel.????” Video pops up… me yelling to the universe “ lottery numbers now please “
Go get the lottery ticket today my friend! I might buy one also x
@@backfromburnout mark my words ms Mel. If we win the big jackpot Vanessa and I are buying you a massive shed for those books
Put your store into time away, get moved and organized. Day or two of solid rest. Restart your store and hit it hard and heavy. Your store will survive and so will you! Best to you Mel!
Love this. Thank you. Once it’s done it’s going to be amazing
@@backfromburnout I have no doubts!
I bought over 5,000 vinyl records this past weekend. Loaded and unloaded by myself and was in back pain for almost a week. Hoping my hard work pays off, if not lesson learned.
Ouch! Make sure you book a massage. I have one booked for Monday next week
Fight through it Mel! You can do it! Just have to get to your new storage facility! You are such an inspiration to the rest of us!
A few more weeks and it will all be worth it :)
Honestly you are my biggest reselling inspiration. I pick up bulk lots regularly and get super overwhelmed too. It will be so worth it!
This comment is like a year too late, but that's just how I roll! I'm always amazed at how you go from inundated with unlisted inventory to full-on listed. You are definitely an inspiration. Myself, I need to change up my photography station to make it conducive to faster listing. Gotta say, I don't know how you do it. I listed books yesterday, and my back is killing me! I'm thinking on bringing over a chair next time.
I am exhausted looking at you work...I can imagine how your body must feel. Keep up the good work.👍 This shall pass.
Thank you, I will
Mel, pack the unlisted and get them from underfoot. Remember one of your New Years resolutions was to drink more water, to stay healthy this is a very important step for your health.
Yep Mel, get those new books out of there. Then decide if you need to go to time away. Small steps, you've got this.
This right here is why we love Mel, this gal keeps it real. You got this!
As I was editing this I was thinking to myself how embarrassing I look like death 🤣
@@backfromburnout You look like a beautiful natural strong woman handling a tsunami of crap and showing the world that determination, strength, humility and humor are the keys to success. Many have been in similar situations and we cheer, cry, and laugh together 😍. I'm mean c'mon, who wants another boring 'here's what I sold, everything is perfect, not a dust bunny for miles and my organization looks like a Martha Stewart farm house. Puleeze, this right here is real. Have a glorious day Mel! And don't worry about shutting things down to make a productive move. That's the proper way to do business. You got this!
Did some thinking on this....
First, I would have the store in time-away.
2) Take shipping station and supplies to new location.
3) Pack 1 4-tiered shelving unit into the boxes labeled to the shelf, and haul that shelving unit dissassembeled with the boxes to the new location
4) Re-open store but only include THAT shelving unit's labels in the store
5) repeat with a few more shelves adding one at a time
This will give you an organized shipping station, but only for the books that have been moved to their new location.
2 Men And A Truck can haul the main portion, but I think this method would give you more of a feeling that you are making progress, and might boots the spirits.
Just an idea......
😱😱😱OMG! That was painful to watch Mel, you poor thing!!! So glad the store is in holiday mode now. The sales will slow but you can make the most of that extra time to get set up again. You have got this!!! Xx
Better days lie ahead for you. I'm sure everyone watching your channel (me included) have had our share of bad, exhausting times. They do pass and will teach you valuable lessons. God loves you.
That is overwhelming, Mel! Sending you all the good vibes! Take it easy! Don't hurt your back again!
It’s just a nightmare to work in currently
Sending good vibes Mel, you got this girl. If anyone can get through this you can 🥰
Thank you ❤️
this is going to be a crazy (stupid) suggestion. But I feel like you need to throw something. Hear me out.
Have a big bin outside your shed door.
Place a quilt "backboard" behind it somehow.
pack your orders and fling them out the door "poof" drop into the bin.
You'll feel better.
Auspost handles them like that anyways.
Don't list anything new until you get organized in your new place. Any unlisted book stays unlisted for now. Shut your store down when the stress gets too high. Guard your health! The money will come just a little later for your bills, but you will be healthy and not broken down.
time away for a decent month, you need at least 2 weeks to pack your inventory and then a week of recovery!!!!STOP - BREATHE, this is not the time to focus on sales, focus on the move and your health - take a walk and time away so that you can still keep on going
Kinda reminds of that famous laser scene in Entrapment with Catherine Zeta Jones but with our very Relatable Mel. I can relate 👏 “ow ow my legs ow” ❤
Oh, the gymnastics you have to do getting around your books. Take a breath. Eat an elephant...Pick/Ship first, then box up new inventory as much as you can. Repeat tomorrow. Do what you can do. Take care of yourself too. Sending you {{HUGS}} & Best Wishes.
Thank you ❤️
I dred the day i have to move all my 10,000 books from home and 3 storage units but i also look forward to everything in 1 spot. Just keep chewing on the elephant Mel, one bite at a time!!
Huge job Merridy. Huge.
Hi giggles LOL. So watching this video brought up a movie quote from Matt Damon in The Martian, at the end when he is addressing his class. He says "you get to work, you solve one problem at a time, and then the next, and the next" You cannot solve all the issues at one time. Pick one thing, do it, then move to the next. You looked wonderful at the beginning on this video. You looked like a person that has accomplished a ton!!!! That is inspiring. Keep on keeping on :) 😀 FL loves your vids
Thank you xxx Love that quote
Please take care of yourself. Step back, have some fun, and get some rest. Even the "Energizer Bunny" gets tired when his batteries run down. Much love from your Florida friends - xoxo
Challenging times, I'm glad you're getting some people in to shift all those books! It's so difficult when you're extremely tight for space. I wish you well Mel and best of luck with the big move!
General consensus from many other resellers is that sales are down at the moment across the board. My sales are ok for now but looking at the stats, I have seen a obvious decline in impressions both organic & promoted so maybe not too bad a time to put store in time away. Tough situation but your right you're have out grown the shed & you would have needed to do something one way or another. The dust will settle & you will get back on track. To give you more space, I would do a quick run to the shed with your excess packing supplies as they are lighter & leave the heavy lifting for the removalists. Last thing is doing yourself a serious injury to your back & not being able to get back to work when you have moved in. Wishing you the best of luck & look forward to seeing the new warehouse & any vid of the book fair when you have time of course! 🙂
Thank you so much. I’ve certainly outgrown it here now
Girl, you are not suppose to triple your inventory before you move lol. As always, I respect your hustle and look forward to continue watching you grow and succeed
I know but my unlisted inventory pile is very low and this is my biggest sourcing opportunity of the year so I have to take it
@@backfromburnout you have to get when you can get, I'm proud of you for keeping your head up and working forward. I went through a divorce and it can feel crushing at times. Keep killing it for you.
For CRYIN OUT LOUD MEL 😳🤦♀️🤦♀️🤦♀️ I took pretty much the whole month of January off to move my shop and all my storage units. You have to take care of yourself, cause nobody else will 💕 TURN YOUR STORE OFF 2 WEEKS AGO 😘👩🌾
Right decision for time away Mel. I’d get packing asap then you can do it at a reasonable pace plus I always find things take longer than I think :)
I suspect it’s going to be a longer job then I first expected
Also call in the local resellers - I’m sure lots of people would love to help you out.
Watching you pick your orders in the clutter was both painful to watch as well as a tad comical because of the silly situation it is 😄. I felt like I was watching an episode of Hoarders 😆.
As a fellow eBay reseller, I understand the struggle. I hope the massive move goes smoothly, and please get that unlisted inventory off the ground and out of the shed!! 😅
Ha ha love that. I sometimes feel like a hoarder when it’s all on top of me!
I don't know where you are in your move but, I hope this is helpful. As a Librarian, I keep my book based on the Dewy decimal system. I have an unhealthy amount of personal books but my collection is nowhere near your eBay collection. The dewy decimal could be organized like 900 for History and Geography, 800 for Literature and so on. For example, I know you have cookbooks, that would fall under applied science aka 600. Sending good vibes from NYC.
Work smart not hard, but that's so much easier said than done! Hang in there Mel! You've got this. So wanted to jump through my laptop screen to come and help you.
Another week and it will be all done!
It is the reality. Thank you for being real, Mel.
You’re doing it Mel!!! Such an incredible inspiration to all of us. You’re determined and should be so proud. xx
I feel like a nut case 🤣🤣🤣
Praying for you Mel. You are a tough girl for sure!
I would 100% stop all listing till after the move. The books from the haul I would have not brought to the shed, but taken to storage.
Wish I lived closer as I would totally helped move stuff for you for a day or 2.
When I get overwhelmed, I will pick 1 order, pack it, and ship it. That will help motivate me to pick the rest.
For moving, it helps just taking 1 load of death-pile to the storage, and then back to whatever I was doing. Little tasks add up over time.
God bless ya girl!!
health is your wealth dear. I know it's easier said than done (also for me) but try not to stress. Following your intuition and let it be. If you need to stop trade you can continue after the move :) fate will lead you down the right path for you
Get the unlised inventory out of your way first. Keep store open another week.
I moved a few piles of books yesterday, changed the position on my shelves… exhausting… pace yourself and enjoy the sunshine with your daily walks. I’m looking forward to seeing your new space and store set up. You seem to find the right solutions. Best wishes for the next few weeks
Hi Mel, here is my removals advice coming out in me.1) pack all those boxes u have with all the new stuff. Stack those packed boxes as high as you can in the corner. 2) I would leave the shop on all the way through and get labour help and you delegate where you want things. You will be surprised how low the cost are for removalist or Airtasker to help you.
If you go under you won’t sell anything so take the time to get super organised so when you get to the 25th you have all your ducks in a row. Try to get some rest you have multiple stresses. Love x
Thank you ❤️
You have two options for time away. 1 is that allows sales while on time away. The 2 is shutting your store down no sale's. You might want to add extra handling time to give yourself a cushion for finding and packing sale's after time away ends.
Good luck Mel.
I know the feeling of fighting through a messy workspace after some huge hauls! Glad you're taking some time away to get everything squared away, it can get all sorts of crazy!
You've got this! :)
A quick temp fix would be to move all the packing boxes off the large table in the middle. Than move all new stock into boxes (ready for move) onto that table. Dont worry if no room to remaining packaging as unlike single books easy to move in and out when working. If this does not immediately give you the space you need then would suggest moving bench on LHS over to large table in middle and then repeat filling up boxes with remaining new stock and stack against wall where bench was.IHopefully new stock would now be all packed away. Finally you could start packing existing SKUs into boxeds and continue stack on LHS outside wall once stack is above workbench level move bench back over. All in all this approach would enable you to begin move prep at same time as service orders for as long as possible. Good luck and have Fun. You've got this Mel!
WOW MEL! YOU'VE CERTAINLY TOPPED IT WITH THIS VIDEO! I nearly fainted when I saw you doing 3 days at the book fair and then when I saw your shed I nearly died. You need a Wonder Woman T shirt! First of all pack up all those new books on the floor into boxes and get them either to your storage unit or friends warehouse if he has the space. Then you will be able to start packing your listed books. I certainly agree with you on putting your shop on time, away. Good luck with the move. Nice to hear you hired 2 men with a large van to help you. Take care of your back and rest up when you can. Xxxxxx
Oh and if one nearby book yourself in for a massage at end of all these high intensity days or at least every other day, this will significantly help you survive
Oh Mel! This is so much. Definitely unlisted books out of the way first which I believe you stated in your comments you did. Your boys to help you pack, it's a caring duty for their mom. Friends I am sure to help you as well, then the movers. If I was closer I would be there. Plenty of fluids, good food, rest, more fluids, electrolytes and massages and chiropractic care after it all said and done. Blessings! Safety first!
Awwww Mel…So proud of you😊 It will all come together. You’re doing Amazing! Good things are coming your way. Good luck on the move 😊
Shut down the store on time away. LOCK IT DOWN. You have the inventory. Take the time to deal with it all. At least a few days to give yourself complete control of your time.
Bless you! When you’re that tired it’s hard to see straight or make sense of anything. I’m so glad you’re putting your store on hold!
Yes I’m a bit scattered with so many thoughts on so many things going around my head
YAY YOUR STORE IS IN TIME OUT G R E A T DECISION!!!!!!! PLUS you are MOVING - YOU GO GIRL!!!!
Mel you are an inspiration and very strong. You can do this. Sending love and positive vibes from Washington USA 💜
Mel! Are you OK? Not a word in 2 weeks. I bet you're working night and day to get everything situated. I'm so sorry. I would help you if I were there. And I wouldn't charge you at all. You're one of my favorites and I miss you. Drop a 5 minute video to let us know you're OK. Wishing you the best!
Rick
Wow - that was quick a ride you took us on there Mel. Glad you were smiling at the end! 😊
Odd coincidence... I've just put my store in 'time away' too. But you do right to get as much help as possible. ☝🏼
Deep breaths- you've got this! Glad you have help with the heavy lifting!
Go Mel! We're all rooting for you!!! 👏👏👏
Go Mel! Makes sense to take the time and be good to yourself. You matter! Your store will bounce back for sure. Cheering you on from Canada!
Thank you!
You are an amazing woman. I so appreciate your honesty and openness. Thank you for not giving up!
Thank you for watching me even on my bad days ❤️
You are not going through this alone .🙂
You're so strong Mel. You can and will do this. You're nearly there. :)
You're better than I doll. I would have been very unorganized at this point and would have probably not got to where I was in the beginning. Overwhelmed is a strong demotivateur. Sending love, hugs and motivation your way sweetie. You got this.
Try taking it one step at a time. Its overwhelming and worse if you dont take it task by task, minute by minute
Love seeing your journey, I've been there before. You will need to treat yourself to some serious self care soon when it's all done. Take care 🙂 💕 💜
well done! grabbing some snakes from coles in my top up shop lol. all the best with the moved😀. look forward to tour (of cause when your ready)
Plan Your Work, and Work Your Plan.
Love this
Honey you have to bite the bullet - put it in time out get yourself sorted and then go hard once you've rested from the move and stress from it all.
I agree. Thank you for watching x
Oh geez Mel I was getting anxiety looking at this video! Please be careful you don't trip or hurt yourself. Best of luck with the move and yes put your store on time away & rest before you hit it hard.
two men and a truck are awesome in our area. They moved everything in just a few hours. It's worth the money and gives you a little break.
If your shelfs are labeled you can ask them to put the boxes labeled with that shelf on the floor. That way you won't need to move the boxes around as much. I hope that makes sense.
I am lucky the boys at the warehouse are planning to lay down pallets for me so the removalists can stack them and then they will move them all around the shed with a pallet jack where I need them to be. So that’s one bonus and less carrying heavy boxes of books for me!
Girl, you've got grit. Admirable!
You’ve got this Mel 🎉🎉🎉
I’m sending lots of positive vibes your way 💪💪🎉🎉
Thank you so much!!
I hope the move goes smoothly for you Mel! Thinking of you
Glad you put your store on away mode. I did it for a month when I moved. Sales picked back up once I started listing again so I'm sure yours will pick up right where you left off. Get that inventory out of there and in the warehouse so you can work on the rest. Good luck with the move you got this Mel.
I moved across country and thought I would only have to put my shop (Poshmark) on vacation for two weeks... I ended up closing it up a week earlier, and kept closed it a week later. I still felt unprepared to start back up, but it was close enough that I just got it done and made it work. I don't regret the extra two weeks. I wasn't expecting them, but everything worked out and my mental/physical health were better off for doing it. I would say close up shop now, work hard and focus only on getting your place moved and set back up properly. You will have CZcams content you can make from all of that to keep the $$ rolling in. Give yourself credit for all of that hard work!!!
Keep a sippy bottle of cool water within reach when moving those mountains! Don't punish yourself>>>hydrate & keep up on self care in order to slay this dragon :)
Looks like you need a vacation to destress! Hope things start to go better for you! :)
Mel you just have to ACCEPT that this is your NEW NORMAL!!!! Acceptance!!! You will get through it all because you are MEL!!!! Remember to breathe 😊 PUT THE STORE ON TIME AWAY BECAUSE THIS IS TOO MUCH STRESS. I am anxious watching how anxious you are.
Omg I found my twin here!!!! 😅😂… I am changing what I do now and am so worn out …it has to change. Lent is 40 days for us….great time to change and slowdown…I hear me in your voice! But we differ in moving…just paid house off at Christmas….ain’t going anywhere! But time to move ALL store stuff out of my house to my she cabin work place!
I would set time away the first week with time away and accepting sales. And in the process, the items that are not listed get them over to storage. Second week put the store on time away without accepting offers.
I feel your pain, I find that I'm getting dehydrated often and it really does a number to your body and mind. I have my death pile room that looks similar. I'm not moving, but I get so overwhelmed that I just close the door sometimes. I'll be looking forward to your progress and keep you in my thoughts for an easy transition
Hi, lovey! One step at a time. Put the store on away. One less thing to worry about. I can feel your over wellness here. (PENNSYLVANIA) USA. I will be praying and asking God for strength and a healthy back. Love you kiddo!!!!
Yes get the unlisted inventory out if you have someplace to store them. Then you can still stay open for a few more days.
Wow that definitely looks like a time to go time away. I would focus on building your draft bank. You could even just box up your new inventory and give the box its own SKU distinct from your shelf stock. So when you get to the other side you already have a few days listings up your sleeve. The main priority is to make sure the transition to the new shed rubs smoothly and so everything is boxed and labelled. All the best on your new journey of discovery:)
I was so happy to hear that you had footage of the book fair!! Do you already have racks set up for the extra books you bought? I've had a couple of small stores in a swapmeet and each time I used paper and pen to make lists of things I needed to buy. One of the stores was a self-help candystore. I designed the store on a piece of paper, and then decided which candy would go in which acrylic bin. Somehow, it worked out great. Bottom line - pen and paper are your best friends. I would suggest either a sit/stand desk for your computer, or just the piece that sits on your desk that you can raise. You don't want to have to bend down to see the screen! With your pen and paper, design where you will set up tables for taking photos, computer, packing station, mailers, and so on. Enter every item that you use on paper (just write down what you currently have), from all the different tape you have, to scissors. Know where it will all go. Where are you placing tables for books that will need photos, tables to put a new haul on, and so on. When you work with books, you need flat surfaces!! Figure out a place for the book bags when you come to the warehouse with new books, going forward. Creste a plan that doesn't have you lifting new books repeatedly. Decide on the best way to pick books that sold. Don't allow yourself to go back to a section you were already in. Always have a clear path to walk through. Have a trolley available and USE it. This business will become your joy. People like you. You network well. Have a great time setting up your store and maybe make a new ebay video of it. Look at what you have created, Mel! Bravo!!
I will have additional racks in the new warehouse for inventory waiting to list so hopefully I don’t get into this position ever again!
Thank you for such a lovely comment x
I like all the colours. They are my favourite lollies.
Thanks for being so honest Mel love your content, look after yourself, and try not to hurt yourself anymore🙂 🙃 Can't wait to see you in the new space. My favorites are the green ones 🤪
❤❤❤❤ Hope the move goes well! Can’t wait to see your new warehouse 🎉
Thank you. I’ll show you all soon!
oh Mel, please please please look after yourself, it's all very well getting loads of sales but no good if you are too ill to do them,, you need to spend some time doing important stuff , from organising your stock, getting ready for your move and of course taking a break even if it is just going for a walk, your body will thank you in the long run, you are an inspiration to us all
Mel, your muscles need hydration to heal. Drink lots! It will help the soreness to go away faster. Take care of yourself please. Hugs!
Yes lots of water and magnesium baths!
Pink, purple or yellow 🐍 you've got this mel, look forward to your future videos, onwards and upwards! 🌠
Those moving boxes are giving me anxiety, I’d move them into the back of the shed and only bring out as you go. Can’t wait to see your new setup in the warehouse. Take care of yourself You Can Do It!
Close your eyes.take a few deep breaths. Take unlisted things out. Pick your orders. Take a few breaths. You need more than 2 days to pack. How do you plan to lable listed books in boxes?
I’ll box them up by shelf SKU or as unlisted so nothing will get mixed up.
Greetings Mel, wow 🤩 a lot of books you have. Good to see you smiling 🙂 You are working so hard it is all going to pay off. 💵
I’m excited to see the new warehouse.
Good Day 🧘🏾♀️🪴💜
I would be worried about boxes crushing - books are very heavy, you could have all kinds of issues... and trying to stack pallets on two pallets of single or double boxes could be problematic.. since the pack books are not going to fit exactly to the top... FYI you're looking very trim & slim - flexible... even if you feel like a truck is hit you... the last thing you need to do is overwork yourself & become bedridden, because your back is gone on vacation.... LAXVESPA-LOSANGELES
Keep strong you've got this
Whatever you decide to do I have faith you can manage it! Good luck with the move❤
Thank you!
You've got this! Idc how meticulous you are when planning goals, you can plan them to the T but there are going to be times that you may not have been able to plan for (after all life can be unpredictable some times)...and there will be times where mess and stress are part of the journey and road to success BUT you grow and keep getting better and things become more efficient and goals start getting hit. A one man band show is where it all starts.
I'm so glad you outsourced the moving of your books from the shed to the warehouse - I was getting worried you were going to grind yourself into the ground. Better to have a bit less money or revenue now and a healthy body, than bring in some more cash but be a broken wreck. Take the extra week - you will be better off in the end