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Re: John Donahoe Has “Costco Envy”, He Wants To ENLARGE eBay’s Bargains

Kat Barton — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 21:21:10 -0000

My recent experience with ebay has lead me to believe this guy is certifiable! Geeze, did he run a business before this? I mean really. Lets piss the people off that put the money in your pocket, come on Mr.D! Where is your brains?
Great way to continue throwing what was a good site down the drain, and don't even get me going on Paypal policy!

Re: John Donahoe Has “Costco Envy”, He Wants To ENLARGE eBay’s Bargains

Lisa — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 10:17:29 -0000

He's delusional. At the rapid rate ecommerce is evolving, we Ebay sellers will sooner than later have a place(s) to sell that actually have a realistic vision.

Re: John Donahoe Has “Costco Envy”, He Wants To ENLARGE eBay’s Bargains

John — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 22:23:12 -0000

Gary, I doubt that move seriously would even be considered. People would not "pay to eBay". Hell, we sellers pay to eBay and that is getting OLD already, LMAO.

No, he wants buyers to find bargains like they do at Costco, but my point is that Costco operates on more than just bargains. They have:

1. Volume
2. Small Selection
3. Buyer loyalty
4. Member fees
5. A consistent buyer experience
6. Oh, and when you enter the store, they have a SHOPPING CART!!!

Re: John Donahoe Has “Costco Envy”, He Wants To ENLARGE eBay’s Bargains

GARY OVERTON — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 22:18:03 -0000

Does this mean he wants to charge the buyers a membership fee?