Oh no AI!

First, I am not a fan of Artificial Intelligence.  As a retired teacher, I fear kids will not learn to think for themselves.  They already think all they have to do is ask Google! More cheating!

So, I had an upgrade alert on my app.  When I added another listing, it was very different,  Now, it scans the pic of your item and generates a description.  You still add all the essential info but it does fill in some for you.  Trouble is, it may not be accurate.

It may generate a nice, weill-worded description but it is very generic and trite.  It is important that the title and description say what you want it to say.

Example:  I added a listing for a bodycon sheath dress that was a floral pattern of yellow and orange flowers on a teal background.  I had to type in the title three times so it said what I needed it to say.

Another was a full skirted dress and the AI said it was assymetrical because the pic was off kilter.  It called it cowl necl. It had a shiny bodice and AI said it was sequins!  It is actually polka dot.

So, good rule of thumb, double check before you hit the list button!

It does generate a generic "this will be a nice dress for a wedding or special occasion"  Pretty soon, nothing will be unique and everything will be the same unless we continue to do our own descriptions.

I am going to add a few more listings tonight and see how this new addition to Poshmark goes.  Most likely, I will continue to do my own wording and continue to giggle at the AI descriptions. Sequins! Right! 😏

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Tennis first and Posh second!

I've been totally engaged in watching Tennis.  Indian Wells is a great tournament.  Best match so far- too many to count.  American players are doing fantastic. 

Then, another uncontrollable setback.  I have Rheumatoid Arthritis and sometimes, for whatever reason, my hands hurt and I have limited movement.  So, limited typing, following, sharing.....

I did what I could and have managed to add a few new items.  I REALLY need to clear out some items.  I need to make room so I can go shopping some more.  That's my favorite part.  The adventure of looking through the thrift stores to find a New with Tag item or the perfect brand!

Today, my hands returned to practically normal.  And, the sun was shining.  I decided to take a drive and sit by the lake and read.  I think I could literally see the buds in the trees emerge!  The birds chirping.  Fresh air!  I love signs of spring.

I also made a listing on Canva to promote a sale. I REALLY need to make more room!  We are empty nesters.  My son's bedroom is now my Posh closet. Between the clothes and the picture-taking equipment, there's not much space.

Come check out my closet.  Let me know you read my blog (make a bundle and add a comment) and I will happily make you a great offer.

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 All of a sudden.....sales

There seems to be no rhyme or reason to when I make sales.  I do know that sharing, following, and listing helps.  

It is so weird.  No sales for a few days and just when I go to spend a night at my vacay home (my mom's house), there are sales!

Fortunately, my husband is a big help.  I send him the email and he gets the item packaged including writing the card and taking it to the post office.

When I was taking care of my grandsons and living near them, my husband did all the packaging and getting it posted.  In fact, he wanted all the best materials so he bought a lot of tissue paper, tape, and every box or envelope possible from USPS.  I've not had to get anything at Dollar Tree for a long while.

My son surprised me for my birthday by sending me another ring light, a tripod for my phone and a bunch of storage things so I can get organized, protect my inventory, and do a live show.

I am still scared but silent shows just are not cutting it.  I did a giveaway at a silent show and I had to pay the shipping and didn't make one sale.  And, I need to make some money here.  I cannot give this stuff away and pay for others to take them!

So, I will have to just get over my fear and JUST DO IT!

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A  little bummed........still

I am going to stay the weekend at my mom's and hope that helps to get me out of the doldrums.  Sunshine helps but it is not warm enough to put the top down yet.  I'm ready to go for rides though.  I have all my fav CD's and new adventures to enjoy.  I think this summer I will see if there are any parks I've not visted yet! 

No sales all week!  I've shared, followed, listed.  I have had some likes but no one buying.  I used one of the tools to bundle liked items for all who have liked anything in my closet and offered 40% off.  Nothing.

I did a silent show for over an hour and only one person popped in for a few seconds.  I made two ads for stories.  I posted to Instagram too.

Just did the Feb expenses vs sales and only in the black by $12!

I spend too much, I guess. That's the part I like the most!

Maybe I will buy lottery tickets.  I may have a better chance at some money on scratch-offs. 

Here's the thing:  I have very nice items in my closet at very good and fair prices.  I really need to sell something! 

 Meh!

Did you see the Emoji movie?  I am Mom Meh and have been for a few days.  I can't shake the Meh feeling.  I need to make some sales.  That will make me feel better/

I often make the mistake to listen to or read some news.  I have to stop.  It's too depressing and scary.  I fear people are going to continue to make ridiculous decisions because they are afraid of losing power. They will cower to bullies because they do not want to lose a position that is supposed to be where they help people but that they use for themselves. It boggles my mind the avarice some people have.  Aren't they rich enough? But that is a whole other issue, Just Live and Let Live!

When I concentrate on what I can control, I am much better.  All I can do is take action on what I can do.  My Posh closet gives me the distractions I need so I do not focus on what might be but on what is.

Wednesday is a listing day.  I have pictures to take and listings to add and that is what I will concentrate on doing today. Perhaps I will do a silent show later too.

Hopefully, working on my closet will change 😐 to a 😎.

Of course, an unexpected income would also accomplish that same thing! 💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰

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Better than Goodwill!

I spent the weekend at my Mom's house.  I miss her often.  It's great that I can stay in her home whenever I want.  It came in very handy when I started taking care of my grandsons because it is only fifteen minutes away from my son's house.

I like being on my own.  Making my own decisions.  Not having to worry what anyone else may want.  No second guessing.

I just chilled and did some sharing and following.  I added a few new listings.  I did go shopping.  Bought some things for myself for a change.

There's this store in my hometown called Label Shopper.  ( Label Shopper)  It's great.  Name brands for up to 70% off.  I found two sweaters, two tops and a pair of capri jeans for myself for about $20! (Liz Claiborne, LC Lauren Conrad) It could be a good place to source as well.  Sometimes, you may find things for as little as $3!  That's better than Goodwill!

I have also bought items for my grandsons from Spyder, Champion, Under Armour.... They carry home goods and clothing for men, women, and kids. I want to go back and shop some more just by talking about it!  Addicted to shopping much?

On the closet front, I went to the Curosity Shop on Saturday and found a few bags and one Cat's Meow item. Then, I took a road trip.  Just because I could!  It was cold but sunny.  I cannot wait for top down weather! I have a Buick Cascada convertible and love my top down road trips.  

On Sunday, I stopped at a Goodwill before going home.  I was there before they opened!  This man started pounding on the door five minutes before 11.  Wow! Can you imagine? Who is that impatient to get into Goodwill?  I did find a few items.  

There was a seamstress mannequin they had priced at $50.  It had a yellow label so it would have been 50% off.  I considered it because having a mannequin would help my items look better in pictures.  But, it looked damaged, old and really ugly.  So, I decided against it.

Then, I went home to the same old same old.  Not much happens after forty years of marriage and getting up in years.

So, a relaxed weekend.  It's nice to have that once in a while.

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 An adventure and a lesson in sourcing:

I did go to Plato's closet on Saturday.  My plan was to stuff the bag with thin, small items as much as possible and get as much as I could.

So, I ended up with 14 items for $12.  Not bad.  I did not take the time to check labels, I should have.  Lesson learned.

I had 3 or 4 Shein items, a few IDK what they are items, and one ZARA sweater that may make up for all the others that I may not sell.

However, it came out to about 84 cents each item.  If I only sell the Zara sweater for at least $25.  I will still get my $12 back. 

Next time, I will take more time to look for labels and check the condition of the items.  

The salesgirl said that one of their sales is that you bring your own bag and everything is 90% off!  I cannot wait.  It will be so much fun.  I have a huge bag ready for it!!!!

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