https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2IeavS5MYw
I've worked in retail for over a decade.
Online shopping has been on a rise since 2010.
In this episode of Tech Made Fun - I want to share everything you should know when buying products online.
All the explanations, issues, and solutions - in one place:
Listen to the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2IeavS5MYw
Chapters to help you navigate all the talking points:
0:21 – My Background in Commerce and Selling Tech
0:52 – Emergence of Online Shopping during 2010-2020
2:55 – Transition to Marketplace platforms
3:54 – Important Disclaimer: There is no promotion in this episode
4:57 – Explanation 1: Marketplace vs Direct to Consumer vs Groups/Communities
7:12 – Explanation 2: What is Escrow?
8:47 – Explanation 3: What is COD (Cash on Delivery)?
9:36 – Explanation 4: What are Digital Wallets?
10:46 – Explanation 5: Difference in shipping services
12:23 – Issue 1: Fake reviews on Marketplaces
13:38 – Issue 2: Fake reviews on Direct to Consumer sites
14:12 – Issue 3: FOMO and fake discounts/pricing
16:05 – Issue 4: Fall of privacy and protection on Marketplaces
18:02 – Issue 5: Fake and generated product descriptions that spread misinformation
20:10 – Issue 6: Using SEO hacks to appear on top of search results
21:06 – Tip 1: How to find real reviews
22:14 – Tip 2: Finding actual discounted products
22:54 – Tip 3: Being safe using debit/credit cards to pay
23:28 – Tip 4: Being safe when dealing with new sellers
24:18 – Tip 5: Avoid direct contact with sellers on Marketplaces
24:49 – Tip 6: Make habit of leaving reviews, help others in need
26:01 – Why do sellers try to establish direct connection?
27:32 – Need to be a smarter buyer in this landscape
29:12 – Tip 7: Learn to verify existence of sellers
32:13 – Question for you
32:26 – After show – Tech ke Totkay: How TCL Smart TV SSO is abusing their access.
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