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Ready to Resell
by Leah Hess
Welcome to Ready to Resell, the ultimate destination for anyone looking to unlock the secrets of successful reselling! If you’ve ever wondered how savvy entrepreneurs turn a profit by buying and selling, you’re in the right place.In each episode, we dive deep into the dynamic world of reselling, providing you with valuable insights, expert interviews, and practical tips to kickstart or enhance your reselling journey. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to thrive in the reselling game.Join your hosts Leah and Kayla, two reselling enthusiast with a passion for uncovering the strategies that make reselling a lucrative venture. From sourcing the hottest products to mastering online marketplaces, we cover it all. And with more than 25 years of combined experience, we have seen and done it all!Expect to gain a deeper understanding of market trends, pricing strategies, and the tools of the trade that can el
Episodes
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New Year, New Systems: Money, Taxes & Reseller Reality Checks
Welcome back to Ready to Resell! In this unofficial Part 2 of our New Year’s resolutions, Leah and Kayla are tackling a topic that’s not exactly sexy—but absolutely necessary: money, finances, and taxes. Let’s be real—if you’re reselling without the intention of making money, you might just be a...
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New Year, New Reselling Goals: Setting Your Business Up for Success in 2026
Happy New Year, resellers! 🎉 Leah and Kayla are kicking off 2026 with a fun and practical episode all about New Year's resolutions for your reselling business (no gym memberships required!). If you've been staring at that death pile since last January or telling yourself "I'll list it tomorrow"...
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Your New 24/7 Reseller Sales Assistant: Poshmark Smart Sell
Hey reseller friends! Leah and Kayla are here to talk about a Poshmark feature that's actually working and making our lives easier: Smart Sell! Remember those days of lying in bed for 45 minutes scrolling through likes and manually sending offers at all hours? Yeah, we don't miss those either. In...
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2025 Was Rough—Here's How We Survived (And Actually Thrived)
Leah and Kayla are getting real about 2025—the good, the bad, and the seriously ugly parts of running a reselling business this year. Spoiler alert: it was a wild ride. From watching their sales tank in spring to scrambling to figure out what the heck was going on, the hosts don't hold back about...
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Is Whatnot Worth It? When to Choose (or Skip) This Platform
Ever wondered if Whatnot is the right platform for your reselling business? In this brutally honest episode, Leah and Kayla pull back the curtain on their three-attempt journey with Whatnot live auctions, spanning several years in the kids' clothing niche. From being early pioneers in Whatnot's...
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Tax Talk: Unexpected Changes Hitting Online Resellers
In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla tackle the "unsexy" but essential topic of taxes for online resellers. They break down two major tax changes that could significantly impact your reselling business: Part 1: The new Texas law (effective October 1, 2025) that charges sales tax on...
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💰 Save Smarter, Not Harder: Money Hacks for Resellers & Entrepreneurs
In this week’s episode, Leah and Kayla are coming to you live(ish) from their hotel room at PoshFest—yes, surrounded by couch cushions and DIY mic stands—talking all about one of their favorite topics: saving money! From snagging 90%-off clearance finds to stacking grocery fuel points and airline...
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PoshFest 2025 Day 2 Recap: New Features & Platform Updates
Join hosts Leah and Kayla as they recap day two of Poshmark's PoshFest 2025 conference. The duo shares insights from the event's major announcements, including the highly anticipated hackathon session where Poshmark revealed upcoming platform features like Apple Visual Intelligence integration,...
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Posh Fest 2025 Day One Recap: What We Learned
Join hosts Leah and Kayla as they share their unfiltered Day One experience from Posh Fest 2025, recorded straight from their hotel room just minutes after the event ended! Get an insider's look at Poshmark's premier conference, from founder Manish's inspiring farewell speech about embracing…
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4th Quarter Game Face: Your Holiday Reselling Prep Guide
It's fourth quarter - time to put your holiday money-making game face on! Leah and Kayla break down the essential steps to crush the most profitable reselling season of the year (September-December). Learn how to clear summer inventory, get your winter/holiday items listed ASAP, prep your…
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Want a Flexible Side Hustle? Here's Why Reselling Works
In this episode, hosts Leah and Kayla explain why reselling is perfect for anyone needing flexible income - whether you're staying home with kids, dealing with job changes, or want a fun side hustle. The secret to getting started? Begin with what you already have at home and ask friends for items...
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BIG News: From Side Hustle to Conference Speaker! 🎉
Join hosts Leah and Kayla for an exciting announcement episode where Leah reveals she'll be speaking at PoshFest 2025 in San Jose, California! After 25+ years of reselling that started with college textbook flipping and evolved into a 15,000 square foot warehouse operation, Leah shares how she...
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Reality Check: Why Reselling is Harder Than You Think
Think reselling is easy money? Think again! In this eye-opening episode, hosts Leah and Kayla pull back the curtain on the reselling industry to give you the reality check you need before diving in. After years of building their business from a dining room table operation to a 12,000 square foot...
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eBay Live Training Deep Dive and Behind the Scenes Secrets
Leah and Kayla continue their eBay Live beta testing series by sharing their comprehensive training experience and hilariously disastrous first show attempt. They discuss eBay's hands-on training process, including group webinars and one-on-one coaching with dedicated staff - a stark contrast to...
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NEW! eBay Live Deep Dive: Series Launch & What's Coming
Join Leah and Kayla as they kick off their multi-part series about becoming beta testers for eBay's new live auction platform! After years of focusing primarily on Poshmark, these seasoned resellers share the surprising story of how they were selected for eBay's exclusive beta program and what it...
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Live Show Auction Disasters & How to Bounce Back Like a Reseller Pro
Ready to dive into the chaotic, hilarious, and sometimes panic-inducing world of live auctions? Join Leah and Kayla as they spill ALL the things that can (and will) go wrong during your live selling shows! From their hundreds of live selling sessions, the hosts have collected quite the arsenal of...
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The Good, The Bad, The Ugly: Buyer Complaints About Live Auction Sellers
In this episode of Ready to Resell, hosts Leah and Kayla flip the script to examine live auctions from the buyer's perspective. After diving deep into reseller forums and communities, they share the most common complaints buyers have about live auction experiences across platforms like Poshmark,...
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Why Your Listings Aren't Selling: A Buyer's Honest Take
Ever wonder why some of your listings just sit there collecting digital dust while others fly off the virtual shelves? In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla dive deep into the buyer's perspective and share exactly what makes potential customers scroll past your items or click that…
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Navigating the Reselling Business When Sales Are Slow
Join hosts Leah and Kayla for part two of their essential series on thriving as a reseller during challenging economic times. As shipping costs soar and consumer spending tightens, this episode dives deep into practical strategies for maintaining and growing your reselling business. In this...
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Pivot, Pause, or Persist: Reselling in an Uncertain Market Economy
In this timely episode of Ready to Resell, hosts Leah and Kayla tackle the pressing economic challenges facing resellers in today's uncertain market. With inflation driving up costs and sales slowing across platforms, the hosts share their personal experiences and practical strategies for...
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The Estate Sale Survivor's Guide: Sale Day Tips & After-Action Plans
In this final installment of our estate sale series, hosts Leah and Kayla guide you through the critical day-of-sale operations and post-sale strategies. Learn essential tips for running a successful estate sale, including: How to conduct final walk-throughs and properly set up your checkout area...
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Estate Sale Planning: Dates, Promotion, and Final Preparations
In this informative continuation of their estate sale series, hosts Leah and Kayla of Ready to Resell dive deep into the crucial aspects of scheduling, marketing, and setting up for a successful estate sale. The episode offers practical guidance on selecting the optimal dates for your sale,...
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Estate Sale Secrets: Execution, Setup & Pricing Strategies for Resellers
In this second installment of their estate sale series, hosts Leah and Kayla dive into the practical aspects of conducting a successful estate sale as a reseller. They share crucial insights on timing, organization, pricing, and research techniques. From determining how long to allocate for setup...
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Beyond Thrifting: How to Break Into the Estate Sale Business
In this episode of Ready to Resell, hosts Leah and Kayla kick off a new series all about estate sales! They dive into the world of estate selling from a reseller's perspective, sharing their experiences and insights on how to navigate this unique branch of the reselling business. The hosts…
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The AI Communication Hack Every Reseller Needs to Know
Attention online resellers! In the latest episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla dive deep into the transformative world of AI for small business customer service. Join them as they unpack how artificial intelligence can be your secret weapon in handling everything from tricky customer...
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Social Media Simplified: How AI Can Transform Your Reselling Business
In this episode of Ready to Resell, hosts Kayla and Leah continue their series on Artificial Intelligence with Part 3, focusing specifically on how resellers can use AI to revolutionize their social media marketing strategy. The hosts share their personal experiences streamline content creation,...
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AI Tools Every Reseller Should Be Using
In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla continue their multi-part series on artificial intelligence in the reselling world—this time focusing on AI tools for listing optimization! From enhancing product images to auto-generating titles and descriptions, they dive into how resellers can...
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AI: The Virtual Assistant Every Reseller Need
Hey reseller fam! Still writing those listings by hand? Spending hours researching comps? Well, guess what - there's a better way! In this episode of Ready to Resell, your favorite reselling duo Leah and Kayla spill the tea (or coffee!) on how AI is already making reseller life easier (whether…
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The Strategic Pivot: Reshaping Your Business for Major Changes
In this enlightening episode of Ready to Resell, host Leah welcomes special guest Corrie, a serial entrepreneur in the wedding industry, for an intimate discussion about navigating major life changes while running a business. As the owner of 333 Designs and multiple other ventures, Corrie shares...
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Real People, Real Sales: How to Spot the Bot as a Reseller
Are you confused about why you’re suddenly getting hundreds of followers in your Poshmark Closet? What about all of those comments and questions as soon as you post a new item? In this episode of Ready to Resell, hosts Kayla and Leah dive deep into the rise of bots and how to find genuine…
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Navigating Personal Change: A Reseller's Unexpected Journey
In this powerful episode of Ready to Resell, host Leah shares her profound personal experience of facing a near-fatal childbirth and unexpected hysterectomy. With special guest Trisha, she explores the intersections of personal transformation, entrepreneurial resilience, and the importance of...
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Is Reselling Legal? Understanding the Rules and Restrictions
Is it legal to be a reseller? This is one of the top questions new sellers have about the world of Reselling. Hosts Leah and Kayla tackle this important question from listener Christine about the legalities of reselling and discuss key considerations including: First Sale Doctrine, which makes...
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The Smart Reseller's Guide to Handling Lowball Offers
Every reseller faces them: those surprisingly low offers that test your patience and business savvy. In this practical episode, veteran resellers Leah and Kayla shares proven strategies for transforming challenging offers into successful sales. You'll learn: The secret sauce behind why buyers...
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Business Curveballs: Your Survival Guide to Riding the Wave of Change!
In today's hyper-dynamic business landscape, the ability to pivot and adapt isn't just an advantage—it's survival. Join Leah and Kayla as we break down the art of business flexibility to make those turbulent times a win! We'll explore practical approaches to: Recognize early signs of market…
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Surviving (and Thriving) While Working with Your Spouse
In this candid and insightful episode, join Ready to Resell as we dive deep into the unique challenges and unexpected rewards of running a small business alongside your life partner. How do successful couples manage the blurry lines between professional collaboration and personal relationship?...
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Loss Leader Strategy: How Free Giveaways Can Boost Your Reseller Profits
Ready to take your reselling business to the next level? In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla dive deep into the psychology of loss leaders - a powerful pricing strategy used by major retailers that you can adapt for your Closet. Learn how strategically pricing certain items below...
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Staying Safe on Facebook Marketplace - A Guide for Buyers and Sellers
Are you buying and selling on Facebook Marketplace but worried about getting scammed? In this essential episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla break down the most common marketplace scams and share battle-tested strategies to protect yourself online. Whether you're a seasoned reseller or just...
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How Knowing Your Numbers Equals More Profit for Resellers
Here we go again - Leah and Kayla tackle the 3rd (and final) episode of Poshmark Analytics. As you can see, this is a HUGELY important topic to understand in order to grow your reselling business! By analyzing data, resellers can identify their best-selling products, understand buyer behavior,...
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Why Manual Crosslisting Beats Automation: A Reseller's Guide to Success
Thinking about using a crosslisting app to scale your reselling business? In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla dive deep into why these seemingly time-saving tools might actually be hurting your bottom line. Learn why seasoned resellers are moving away from automated crosslisting…
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From Data to Dollars: Poshmark Analytics for Smart Sourcing
In today’s episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla continue their conversation into leveraging Poshmark's analytics tools to boost your reselling success. Learn how to interpret sales data, identify top-performing brands, and optimize your inventory. We'll cover key metrics to watch, seasonal...
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The Weight Game: Choosing Your Ideal Reselling Shipping Strategy
In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla break down the crucial difference between weighted and unweighted shipping for e-commerce businesses. Learn which platforms do which type of shipping, and how to choose the right option to maximize profits and keep customers happy. We'll cover:...
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Poshmark Power Tools: Leveraging Seller Analytics for Success
Welcome back to Ready to Resell! In today’s podcast, Leah and Kayla dive into Poshmark's powerful seller analytics tools and show you how to leverage them to supercharge your reselling business. By interpreting your sales performance metrics, you'll have the knowledge to transform raw data into a...
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Scammer Alert: Top 3 Fraud Tactics Every Online Reseller Must Know
In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah & Kayla dive into the dark world of online reselling scams. Learn to protect your business by identifying common scammer tactics, including: Taking transactions off platforms Hacking real profiles Return fraud tricks We'll break down how each scam works…
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Bundling Basics: Boost Your Poshmark Sales and Savings
In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla dive into Poshmark's powerful bundling feature and how it can boost your sales as a seller and save you money as a buyer. Learn how to: Set up attractive bundle discounts to encourage multiple purchases Strategically group items to increase…
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eBay Stores: Unlocking Your Reselling Potential or Unnecessary Upgrade?
In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla dive deep into the eBay Store feature - a powerful tool for serious sellers on the platform. We'll explore the unique benefits of upgrading to an eBay Store subscription, including lower fees, customizable storefronts, and advanced marketing…
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To eBay or Not to eBay: Weighing Profits and Pitfalls for Resellers
Join Leah and Kayla in this episode of Ready to Resell as we divulge our love-hate relationship with one of the world’s biggest reselling platforms: eBay. We'll explore the advantages and disadvantages of using eBay for your reselling business, helping you make an informed decision about whether...
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Boost Your Online Sales: Mastering Item Titles and Descriptions
In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla dive into the art of crafting compelling titles and descriptions for online resellers. Learn key strategies to make your listings stand out, attract more buyers, and increase your sales. We'll cover: Writing attention-grabbing titles Using…
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Beyond Spreadsheets: The App That's Changing the Reselling Game
Are you a reseller drowning in spreadsheets and sticky notes? This episode is for you! We're diving into a game-changing inventory app, Binin, designed specifically for resellers. Learn how this powerful tool can streamline your operations with effortless item tracking. Discover features like...
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5 Pro Tips to Boost Your Online Reselling Business
In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla dive into proven strategies to help online resellers maximize their profits and grow their business. We discuss: Analyzing your listings for better performance Checking out the competition Diversifying your items for sale Putting items on sale...
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Jingle All The Way to Profits: Holiday Reseller Strategies Part 2
You are almost ready for the holiday rush! In this episode of Ready to Resell, Leah and Kayla continue their discussion on the importance of resellers to start preparing early for the upcoming holiday season. We go into specific tips & tricks to maximize your profits by focusing on a strategic...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Ready to Resell, the ultimate destination for anyone looking to unlock the secrets of successful reselling! If you’ve ever wondered how savvy entrepreneurs turn a profit by buying and selling, you’re in the right place.In each episode, we dive deep into the dynamic world of reselling, providing you with valuable insights, expert interviews, and practical tips to kickstart or enhance your reselling journey. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to thrive in the reselling game.Join your hosts Leah and Kayla, two reselling enthusiast with a passion for uncovering the strategies that make reselling a lucrative venture. From sourcing the hottest products to mastering online marketplaces, we cover it all. And with more than 25 years of combined experience, we have seen and done it all!Expect to gain a deeper understanding of market trends, pricing strategies, and the tools of the trade that can el
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