Something a bit different for ResourceShelf. We’re posting because this could be the beginning of a new trend. Only time will tell.

Sell and “Star” in Your Own Ad at the Same Time: RealPeopleRealStuff

Who needs text? Now you can become the host of your own home-made infomercial and sell, sell, sell. As was noted on a radio report, it’s yet another way for people to get their 15 minutes of fame. It will also be worth watching to see if eBay, CraigsList, Google Base and others begin offering similar services. We would not be the least bit surprised if they did.

Simply create a video and tell others why they should hire you, buy your product/service, ask you out on a date, buy your livestock/animals, tickets, cars, real estate, post local news, even used dental floss according to the FAQ.

Keyword search (advanced interface available) or browse by categories (antique stuff, art & photo stuff, collectible stuff, geek stuff, girl stuff, guy stuff, entertainment-music, and more) or by location (all states, some international locations).

In the entertainment area (although similar services like this already exist (including the big names)) it’s quite conceivable that RealPeopleRealStuff could be useful for both solo performers and bands looking for gigs. Heck, it could even help in finding the “perfect band” for your wedding.

Fast Facts:
+ .WMV, .AVI, .MOV, .MP4 and .MPG. The best size is 320 x 240 pixels. The best format is .MP4.
+ The service is free to use
+ This help page has much more including info on using music, still images, etc.

Btw, if you decide to make a transaction, that’s done between you and the seller. The web site plays no role in it.

Bottom Line: Like always, let’s be careful out there.

Source: RealPeopleRealStuff

UPDATE: Info about posting your video ad from your mobile phone or device.

UPDATE: Make sure to visit the Most Money, Least Money, and Most Popular Categories.

UPDATE: Several people have asked, at this time listings, search pages, etc. do not contain any type of advertisement.

See Also: Comments from News.com, Smart Company, and the Spokane Spokesman-Review, and SpringWise.

This entry was posted on Sunday, August 5th, 2007 and is filed under New Websites and Resources, Source File, Webcasts and Podcasts. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Responses are currently closed, but you can trackback from your own site.