How to Post the Perfect Job on Gumboot (And Get Better Offers)

Not all jobs are created equal — at least not in how they’re written.

On Gumboot, a clear, detailed post will almost always get better, faster offers than something vague like “Need help ASAP”.

Here’s how to post a job that stands out and gets snapped up by the right helpers.

1. Start with a clear title

Your title is the first thing helpers see. Make it:

Short

Specific

Action-based

Great examples:

“Mow small front & back lawn in Mt Eden”

“Move couch from Ponsonby to Grey Lynn (2km)”

“One-off bedroom + bathroom clean before guests”

Avoid titles like:

“Help needed”

“Quick job”

“Anyone free today?”

They don’t tell people what they’re signing up for.

2. Add a useful description

Use the description to answer the questions helpers will have:

What exactly needs doing?

How big is the job?

Any access issues (stairs, steep driveway, parking)?

When do you need it done?

For example:

“Front and back lawn for a standard suburban section. Flat access, no steep hills. Grass is a bit long but not wild. Green waste can go in our bin. Ideally done this weekend.”

The more context you give, the less guesswork and back-and-forth.

3. Upload photos (they’re gold)

Photos are one of the easiest ways to get better offers because helpers can see:

The actual size of the space or item

Any tricky parts (tight hallway, gate, steps)

What tools might be needed

If you’re posting:

Lawn / garden – take photos from a couple of angles

Moving jobs – snap the item being moved and any staircases/doorways

Cleaning – show the current state honestly

Good photos = fewer surprises = smoother jobs.

4. Set a realistic budget

You don’t have to be perfect, but you should be realistic.

Think about:

Time it’ll take someone who knows what they’re doing

Travel and fuel

Tools required (e.g. mower, trailer, cleaning gear)

Cheap offers might look tempting, but fair pricing usually means:

Better quality work

More reliable helpers

Happier reviews for both sides

If you’re not sure, set a rough budget and say in the description that you’re open to fair offers.

5. Be clear about timing

Helpers need to know:

Is this urgent?

Is there a specific time window?

Are evenings or weekends ok?

Examples:

“Must be done before 2pm Friday.”

“Any time this weekend works.”

“After 5pm on weekdays only.”

Clear timing means fewer mismatched expectations and cancellations.

6. Respond quickly to offers

Once you post a job, keep an eye on your notifications.

Reply to questions

Accept or decline offers

Update the job if something changes

Helpers are more likely to stay engaged when they can see you’re responsive and switched on.

7. After the job: leave a review

Once the job’s done, taking 30 seconds to leave an honest review:

Helps good helpers get more work

Warns others if something wasn’t right

Builds trust for future jobs — including your own

Gumboot works best when everyone contributes to that feedback loop.

Wrap-up

Posting a great Gumboot job isn’t about being fancy — it’s about being clear:

Clear title

Clear description

Clear photos

Clear timing

Clear budget

Do that, and you’ll almost always get better offers from better people, faster.

Ready to try it? Next time you think “I should really get that done…” — post it on Gumboot and see who nearby can help.