1. The Death Pile Problem
Every reseller has one - a pile of unlisted inventory collecting dust. This is cash you set on fire.
Rule: List within 48 hours of purchase. No sourcing until your death pile is cleared.
2. Storage Organization
You can't sell what you can't find. Organize by category, size, or SKU - whatever works for your brain.
System: Bins labeled by platform or category. Take a photo of bin contents. Use a simple spreadsheet to track locations.
3. FIFO Method
First In, First Out. Your oldest inventory should sell first. Stale inventory ties up capital and space.
Implement: Mark purchase date on items. After 90 days, drop price 20%. After 180 days, liquidate or donate.
4. Know Your Numbers
Track: Total inventory value, average days to sell, sell-through rate, storage cost per item.
Goal: Turn inventory 4-6x per year. If items sit longer than 90 days average, you're buying wrong.