Who all uses Ebay? The answer is a ton of people, but to be more specific let's look into the demographics a little. According to a survey done on Ebaypartnernetworkblog.com those who use Ebay are: 36% more likely to be men, 40% more likely to have a four year degree, 19% more likely to be politically liberal, and 30% more likely to be in a relationship. Those who haven't used ebay are 36% more likely to be female, 39% more likely to have a high school diploma, 27% more likely to be politically middle ground, and 35% more likely to be single. Although this is simply based on a survey the results are odd in that it suggests people with a higher level of degree use Ebay more than those without one. Also the fact that men typically use Ebay more might sound surprising since the common stereotype with women is that they love to shop. Although it might also be because the common stereotype for men is that they simply hate going shopping and can do it from the comfort of their own home.
Coming from the personality standpoint of who uses Ebay, the survey suggested: 14% more likely to spend money (which clearly makes since), 16% more likely to be extremely competitive (which also makes since because Ebay is a competition more or less), 10% more likely to say their mood is affected by multiple days of bad weather, 42% more likely to be happy with their job. Survey also suggested that those who don't use Ebay suggested: 16% more likely to save money, 14% more likely to say they're not competitive, 15% more likely to say their mood is not affected by the weather, 28% more likely to be unhappy with his job. As far as saving money it's understandable that those who desire to do so don't place bids on Ebay, however, I don't understand the correlation between mood and happiness with jobs. In any event, the survey was an interesting look at some of the types of people who use Ebay.
2 comments:
One of the things that I think is so great about Ebay is that it is available to everyone and there is something on there that appeals to everybody's interests. Some of the craziest things are on Ebay, so if you are willing to pay for it you can have it. I have never sold anything on Ebay, but I have bought multiple things on it. I have wondered if I should try to sell something on it, but I do not want to go through the hassle of shipping and receiving payment. Has anyone else sold anything on Ebay, and if so how easy was it?
I personally used Ebay more when I lived with my parents. I still have a Paypal account, just less money in my pocket as a college student, unfortunately. But, I have purchased many different types of clothing, watches, phone cases, Ipod's, and anything else I could find at a discounted price online.
I consider myself a very competitive person and what I'm looking for on Ebay is a competitive price. I personally like the different approaches seeing wholesalers and personal sellers. I think it creates a good boundary of online auctions and private market places.
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