Selling on CC

[TheDoctor]

I actually quite like Brommies. I'm chuffied to bits with my one.

 

[yenrod]

I've seen a system implemented on other sites whereby you cannot sell unless you have a certain number of posts and have been a member for so long.

It crossed my mind, after recent For Sale's that the system might be useful here? The aim of the whole thing is to stop buyers being taken advantage of and only sellers known on the forum could sell.

That turns the place into a clicque ???????

 

[TheDoctor]

Not really, Yenners.
Unless one becomes part of a clique by virtue of posting every now and then.
It's more to stop CC turning into a free version of Ebay, only with less in the way of safeguards.

 

[Ben M]

Some form of "trust" system would be good. Whereby after you trade with someone, you leave feedback, saying how the trade went etc. like ebay as well I guess

There's a trust system on the overclockers uk forums (much bigger forums than these) that works very well.

 

[bagpuss]

Hey leave my.http://www.flickr.com/photos/74418119@N00/2101711744/in/set-72157594456892668/ alone

 

[spandex]

Whats up bagpuss?

 

[TheDoctor]

I'd like one. I think they look great.

 

[montage]

Hmmmm, I disagree with this idea, I think one post-posters should be allowed to sell. It opens up the opportunities to regular forumers to benefit from good deals etc.

 

[Sittingduck]

I probably wouldn't respond to an advert posted by somebody who had only made a couple of posts. I like the idea that somebody's reputation might be scarred if they were doing shady deals. It adds a comfort factor for the prospective buyer IMHO.

SD

 

[montage]

I would just advise people to exchange cash with 1 posters in person.
Job done.

 

[montage]

Also from Admin's point of view, he has put that classifieds section there for our benefit and use. The moment he begins to control who can and cannot sell, then he becomes more involved with transactions i.e. "You said people who have over 200 posts can be trusted yet xxxxx didn't pay me - I blame you". The less interference the better - aslong as spam is kept to a minimum, tis fine.

 

[go_slow]

Afternoon all. I did look through the FAQ but cant find an answer to my question so I figured this thread looks like a good place to ask.

We have just opened a B&B on the Isle of Wight, my partner is a very keen cyclist and insisted that we cater for cyclists (and cycle groups) as our primary focus. Obviously we have only just started so I was hoping to mention who we are, what we do and our website on here - business for us and a place dedicated to cyclist needs for yourselves, we could offer a discount to members if that would be agreeable.

So what is the protocol for doing this, is it allowed?

Thanks

 

[Sh4rkyBloke]

Afternoon all. I did look through the FAQ but cant find an answer to my question so I figured this thread looks like a good place to ask.

We have just opened a B&B on the Isle of Wight, my partner is a very keen cyclist and insisted that we cater for cyclists (and cycle groups) as our primary focus. Obviously we have only just started so I was hoping to mention who we are, what we do and our website on here - business for us and a place dedicated to cyclist needs for yourselves, we could offer a discount to members if that would be agreeable.

So what is the protocol for doing this, is it allowed?

Thanks :?:

No. You're fired.

There is a section for discounts for members, so part of your post could be placed in there (maybe contact Admin?) - unsure about the 'marketing of your B&B' on here though... but as it is cycling related and you're not directly trying to flog anything (just raising awareness) then I would have thought it was okay... Nice of you to check first.

Welcome, btw.

 

[go_slow]

No. You're fired.

Oh. I'll get me coat.

There is a section for discounts for members, so part of your post could be placed in there (maybe contact Admin?) - unsure about the 'marketing of your B&B' on here though... but as it is cycling related and you're not directly trying to flog anything (just raising awareness) then I would have thought it was okay... Nice of you to check first.

Thanks. I'll drop Admin an email, didnt want to just barrel in and do something wrong.

Welcome, btw. :?:

Fankyew

 

[grhm]

I'd also suggest that you (or your partner) could also become an active member here. Have your profile and signature link to your business website, and just get involved in the happy banter.

That way CC gains another member/point-of-view, you can gleen further cycling knowledge or socialise etc. and you get legitimate links back to your business.

I doubt anyone would mind you linking to your own website - as long as you were contirbuting to the forum/discussion - i.e. you don't just start post spamming.

Come-on join us, you know you want to....