When Shopit first launched in August 2007, there were three things we told ourselves, “Listen to our users, listen to our users, listen to our users.” We initially launched the site with PayPal being our only electronic form of payment accepted, but quickly added Google Checkout to satisfy other users requests. Our most recent addition has been the integration and partnership with Revolution Money Exchange to help give our sellers a completely free commerce experience. Now Amazon is jumping into the game with their own portable payment system and we want your opinion. Would you use this service? Make sure to let us know if you are a buyer or a seller. If we get enough of a response we will take a deeper dive into what it will take to bring this service to Shopit.
To learn more about Amazon’s new payment service click here to see what they are saying about it or read what Brad Stone of the NY Times had to say on the topic.

We try to offer our users as many options as possible without cluttering the site (hence the mention of a redesign recently). Expect to see more payment options geared towards our larger sellers with integration to larger payment gateways and processors – coming soon.

Thanks for the continued feedback and patience.

-Rhett

That’s right, your favorite social commerce site is changing it up…only this time with style (bling bling)

Style. We all have it. You’re style, his style, my style, her style. Sounds like a “Cat-in-the-Hat” book gone wrong. But it’s true. And when it comes to style, we try to keep up with the times. Of course, in our case, were not talking about fashion. Were talking about the big old “WWW”, the matrix, the spider confection we call the Internet in all it’s web page glory. On the Internet, styles tend to change dramatically, and as such web companies need to stay on top of upcoming trends, semantic technology, and user wish lists.

That’s where you come in. The user. The Site. The Magic. We want your ideas for design.

So don’t be shy. Send ‘em over. We need them, we crave them, we want them. Because once we know what you want, we can do something great. No matter how large or small, your ideas for this web site are what make it tick. Have an idea for your profile? Share the love. Want to see a new feature for the site? Pass it on. Something not working they way you think it should? We can dig it.

You are the citizens of Shopit, and we are your public servants. So let us serve you what you crave by dishing out a sizzling redesign that puts the It in Shopit. BOOM!

-Alessandro
‘the’ designer

July 16, 2008 Shopit Inc., a free peer-to-peer social commerce network, teamed up with Revolution Money Inc.,an online payment network, to offer the Revolution MoneyExchange…. [ Read More ]

Brad Stone of the New York Times recently published an article about the deal between Buy.com and eBay. This seems to signal eBay’s move to become more of a retail listing house than a true peer-to-peer commerce platform. Stone writes, “Since eBay’s search listings favor larger sellers who can add perks like free shipping, which improve their feedback ratings, Buy.com’s presence has hurt many smaller sellers that compete in those product categories.” Because of our ability to allow users to sell on their very own blogs and social network profiles, we believe we offer a true peer-to-peer experience which allows for users to effectively communicate before, during and after the purchase of an item. This user experience will cut down on some of the problems and favoritism that eBay is facing today.

We wanted to remind our current and potential users about our one-click eBay import which allows users to easily port their catalog to Shopit. Sellers can decide whether to list those items solely on Shopit or connect them to Shopit’s network of Applications on Facebook, MySpace, Bebo and AIM.

In the coming months Shopit will be furthering it’s push to be more open and portable by integrating into multiple communities and platforms. Make sure to check the blog or subscribe to our RSS to stay up to date with our latest progress.

Ben- SysAdmin Genius Kevin- Crazy Coder Matt B- Design Guru

Congratulations to our Three Winners!

Ben had the best score overall, taking home a well deserved Best Buy certificate. Matt followed suit, holding the lowest score in any round. And Kevin won a much needed massage for the most improved score from the first to second round. Good jobs guys! Everyone else- better luck next year, we better see some improvement in Tourney #2.

Please enjoy all our Mini Golf Photos!

It was an intense 18 holes. We had some serious players…some great shots…and a lot of cursing. All and all a great time!

-Stephanie

MoneyExchange Gives Shopit Users $10 for Signing Up*

(Los Angeles, CA) - July 8, 2008 - Shopit, the fastest growing free Peer-to-Peer Social Commerce Network, today announced a partnership with Revolution Money Inc. to provide its customers with a special offer for its official online payment service of choice, Revolution MoneyExchange™. This dynamic online payment service is free to sign up and offers Shopit users a $10* credit when they open a new MoneyExchange account. [Read More]

I feel like the whole world’s a-Twitter these days! So we’ve finally jumped on the Twitter bandwagon. And from the experience so far, it’s no wonder people are addicted to this new communication phenomenon.

If you haven’t heard of or checked out Twitter yet; it’s a service for friends, family and co–workers to communicate and stay connected through quick, frequent communication that pretty much answers one question: What are you doing?

On our Shopit Twitter you can find out about our latest company info, keep up with stuff were blogging about, and even see what we’re up to in the office. So start following us, and let us know if you are tweeting too!

Social-commerce company and past StartUp Beat featured company Shopit this week announced the availability of an application that it says allows AOL AIM users to buy and sell items from their buddy lists…. [ Read More ]

Fans are jumping at the one-shot chance to meet R&B singer, dancer, and actor, Chris Brown. Yes, meet Chris Brown. Chris is selling meet and greet backstage passes for his July 5th concert in Chastain Park Atlanta, Georgia. In the ATL this weekend? Or even in the country, for all you super fans? Get it too! Theres only two days left to buy passes to meet Chris.

All this talk about who’s Great on the Green? Time to put your Putter where your Mouth is!

Tournament Eligibility and Entry

Eligibility- Participants must be part of the Shopit Team or friends thereof. No handicaps under 15 allowed.

Starting Time- Tournament begins tomorrow promptly after lunch. Lunch will be served at 1:30pm, so all you early birds eat a big breakfast.

Carts and Cart Fees- Please no carts around the cubicle green.

Player Responsibilities- Show up, get in line, bring your A-Game.

Appropriate Dress- Polos, Vests, Khakis, Plaid and Argyle are the only acceptable attire in order to participate in the tournament.

Code of Conduct- Do onto other as you’d have done onto you. No heckling on the course.

Tie Breaking Policies- A sudden death playoff will be used to determine the tournament champion. All other ties will be decided by official rules and judges; ie Stephanie.

Tournament Prizes- Three prizes will be awarded for the top three contestants. Winners will have their gift of choice!

Pace of Play- It’s still a work day. Let’s get through this thing in an hour.

Electronic Measuring Devices- Whatever floats your boat, if you really think it’s gonna get the ball in the hole, by all means.

Cellular Phones and Beepers- Please have ringers turned on loud, Bluetooths in ear, and be readily available at all times.

Complaints- Complaints of any nature must be made in writing and sent to: Steven Kantor 11726 San Vicente Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90049.

Contest Pictures and Results to follow tomorrow…