Online trading sites like Gumtree have enabled millions of South Africans to make and save money but Claire Cobbledick, Head of Core Business for Gumtree SA, warns that consumers always need to stay alert for scammers. “The overwhelming majority of online transactions pass off safely, but as platforms sharpen their security and new players enter…
HOW TO MAKE MONEY (AND BUILD A NETWORK) USING GUMTREE
Gumtree South Africa is the country’s biggest online classifieds site and many entrepreneurs have used it to generate extra income and to save money. Micah Fourie, a mom who works from home in Brackenfell, uses Gumtree daily and shares a few of her tips for finding great deals and selling unwanted items. Give items a…
The ins and outs of being a leader
In a world filled with choice, customer expectations are higher than ever and competition between businesses is increasingly fierce. For business leaders, this translates to a constant need to reinvent and innovate around product offering, customer service and marketing. These are the eight leadership principles that have helped me succeed in this exciting and challenging…
Posting a domestic worker advert on Gumtree
At Gumtree, anyone in our community can post an advert looking for help around the home, albeit a domestic worker, tutor or driver. However, it is vitally important for both employers and job seekers to understand the relevant labour laws before advertising or responding to a position. For example: Domestic workers should work no more…
SMART WAYS TO MAKE CYCLING LESS EXPENSIVE
The 40th Cape Town Cycle Tour on 12 March has attracted its usual sell-out field of 35,000 registered riders. The event has become massively popular. It has also become increasingly expensive to take part but there are ways to save money without compromising your performance in the big race. The Sports & Leisure category on…
Avoid the holiday rental scam trap
Most of us have started planning our December breaks already, and the online world has made it so much easier to compare prices and hunt for bargain holidays. However, there have been reports of unlucky vacationers who have been duped by fraudsters. There are definite safety tips that one has to follow before putting down…