I just received an email from a very kind lady who gave me information on an item I am selling that will help me out tremendously. There is nothing in it for her - she was just being helpful. I wrote back and told her that people like her are what makes eBay a great place.
We all have the same number of hours in a day and what we choose to do with them varies. Therefore, when someone takes some of their precious time to help me out, I am extremely grateful. It may be only a few minutes but it means a lot to me because it can be a rare thing these days.
I try to do the same back. I have had several people buy from me who were new to eBay. I generally let them know that I see they are newbies and offer to answer any questions they have or help them out in any other way. I have given information to many people about selling on eBay offering tips and advice along with steering them towards the groups where they can get even more hints for success. Anywhere I can, I try to help out and so, when it comes back to me, I just love it.
Thanks again, Mary from Florida. You are a great asset to the eBay community!