I acknowledge that it’s definitely a fine line to walk but one that will only guarantee progress and to be blunt, I think the answer lies with all of us. Not just me. It is in everyone’s best interest – authors and audience alike – to remain honest, transparent and authentic as we contribute to the eBay Ink conversation.

We need to ask the honest questions and search for honest answers. Authors and commenters alike are tasked to look for solutions that serve the community at large (employees and executives; the buyers and sellers; the operators and analysts; the technologists and executives).

The “You Say…” and “We Say…” modules will further provide candid snapshots to online sentiment and by asking the right questions and providing the honest answers eBay Ink will help to integrate all opinions into the strategic discussion within eBay, ultimately strengthening the company.