posted on January 28, 2005 09:11:21 PM
I received an e-mail today that looked authentic. It wanted me to become a powerseller. If I already wasn't a powerseller, I would have fallen for this one. Checking the header it wasn't from ebay and the links properties also are not from ebay, but for someone not truely paying attention, it will be trouble. Here is a copy of the e-mail.
eBay PowerSeller Invitation
Welcome to a community of sellers that have achieved exceptional levels of success and positive feedback on eBay! We invite you to join and learn more about the eBay PowerSeller program below.
What is a PowerSeller?
PowerSellers are eBay top sellers who have sustained a consistent high volume of monthly sales and a high level of total feedback with 98% positive or better. As such, these sellers rank among the most successful sellers in terms of product sales and customer satisfaction on eBay. We are proud to recognize their contributions to the success of the eBay Community!
When you see this icon next to the member`s user ID, be assured that the member is a qualified PowerSeller who not only maintains a solid sales record but also a 98% positive feedback rating based on transactions with other eBay users. You can feel assured that your transaction will go smoothly and that you are dealing with one who has consistently met the requirements established by eBay.
Why become a PowerSeller?
There are an array of benefits for joining the PowerSeller program. Among them are:
Membership is FREE, eBay automatically invites qualified sellers via email.
Welcome letter and certificate of achievement from Meg Whitman
Prioritized customer support
Monthly promotional offers from eBay and our partners
eBay promotional merchandise for yourself or your customers
Advanced selling education and information
Invitations to participate in research
And other special rewards
Members have five tiers to aspire to - Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Titanium. Membership is FREE and the benefits are numerous.
If you would like to accept this invitation, click here.
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