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After several years selling on Amazon - and putting a way bigger share into Amazon's coffers than my own - I'm finally about to make my escape. I cannot even put into words the sense of relief I feel at leaving, even if winding up is barely any easier than selling!
My products have always been first rate and competitively priced. I've been an extremely honourable and diligent seller. But I'm sick of being treated otherwise by Amazon.
No longer will I allow myself to be treated like a worthless minion instead of a respectable seller. For far too long I've scanned my in box with a lingering feeling of dread, waiting for the next unjust infringement to land there. And as 'unjust' as it might be, how long might it take to prove my innocence, how many documents will I have to scan and submit and resubmit and resubmit and resubmit, how many times will I be rejected by a badly-programmed bot or ill-trained human who likes to say 'no' just because they can, without consequence to themselves?
Even if you're an outstanding seller - for all the right reasons - you WILL eventually fall foul of some convoluted non-sensical regulation or other, or face false accusation from a dishonest buyer or unethical competitor. Failing that Amazon's uncoordinated, unwieldy system will trip you up somewhere along the line. Try fighting for compensation, for instance, when your FBA products encounter an anomalous price-drop through no fault of your own. It's unlikely such compensation will ever materialise and more likely you'll be beaten into weary submission in the end.
To those of you just starting out I'd strongly advise, "Do yourself a huge favour and quit while you're still ahead. You probably won't be for long. No amount of money is worth the hassle you've got headed your way."
All it remains to say is "Happy New Year" fellow beleaguered sellers and "Toodaloo MF" to Amazon!
20 replies
Seller_vDsVKszLlyfXr
good luck, I will follow you shortly, sick to my back teeth
Seller_Y9fFZ8oEs17ES
Yes we are on our way out in the very near future, can't take the headaches any longer
Seller_GPLxAbyNPI33I
And as ever note the complete lack of any moderator comments in these situations, my guess is they're trained not to comment.
Seller_6P7cA7GLJuITP
Hi,
It sounds like you’re making a big decision to step away from Amazon, and I completely understand the relief you’re feeling. Selling on Amazon can be incredibly challenging, especially when dealing with the issues you’ve described.
Kudos to you for maintaining high standards and putting in so much effort over the years. Moving on to new opportunities might be just what you need to focus on your success and peace of mind.
Wishing you all the best in your next chapter, and may 2024 bring you nothing but success and satisfaction in your future endeavors!
Best regards,
Seller_zJBycRNVjmT8H
Sorry to hear this we are also winding down as cant take the stress any longer
Seller_ynXgesfGs9npl
Hi,
It sounds like you’ve made a tough but liberating decision. Selling on Amazon can be incredibly frustrating, especially when the system feels stacked against diligent sellers like you. Your dedication to offering quality products and excellent service deserved better recognition.
Wishing you much success and peace of mind in your next venture—whether it’s your own platform or another marketplace. Here’s to a fresh start and a happier New Year!
Best regards,
Seller_J94WFDdOotQh6
Hi,
I completely understand where you’re coming from. Selling on Amazon can feel like an uphill battle, especially when dedication and diligence aren’t reciprocated with fairness. It’s unfortunate that so many great sellers like you reach this breaking point.
Best of luck in your next venture—you deserve a platform that values your hard work and integrity. Here’s to a fresh start and a happier New Year!
Best regards,
Seller_SnNztJIII3ZP5
Over the last few months I have moved 90 percent of my sales volume over to Ebay, Just more straightforward in dealing with me when a problem arises.
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