I have just had my first (official) experience with the sharing economy via TuShare and it was quick, easy and fun!
For those who may be confused I have put together this simple guide on sharing your items online. As you know we're focusing on shoes this month.
- There are 16.7 million pairs of unworn shoes around Australia.
- 3/4 of all clothes end up as waste.
Last year, 1/3 of Australians threw away items in usable condition. 1 Million Women has teamed up with TuShare with the aim of empowering women to save 1 million kilos from going into landfill, all through sharing unwanted items instead of throwing them away. This is how:
Step 1. Your item:
Tara brought 2 pairs of brand new Van's into the office , and Babs brought a pair of beautiful black boots . For various reasons these items were no longer worn or wanted, both are as new.
Step 2. The Photo:
For the photo I just placed the shoes on the office floor and snapped away on my phone.
Step 3. Uploading:
Next I logged onto T uShare.com.au/1millionwomen (I have registered an account previously) and clicked the box in the upper right-hand corner that says, "Give Something".
A very simple to fill-out form will appear on your page, just fill in a few details and include the photo you snapped.
Press submit and your item is up and ready to be shared, looking something like this:
Step 4. When someone requests an item:
Soon, someone will request your item. You will get a notification on your TuShare account and an email letting you know.
You simply approve the request and sort out the postage/pickup details.
Step 5: Postage
- If you decide on the pick-up option - great, you're all sorted.
If you decided on the postage option the person requesting your item pays a small delivery fee ($10). The TuShare courier will come and collect your item on your chosen day, all you have to do is address the package with the 'code names' provided.
For example:
From - White flower
To - Black Rooster
And you're done! You have successfully shared and helped us on our journey to share 1 million kilos of unwanted items!