TA @ Cashrewards

tightarse on 29/10/2015 - 13:47
Last edited 30/01/2024 - 11:23 by 1 other user

Hi all. Thought I'd share my good news story with you.

Just over two weeks ago I approached Cashrewards for this deal and immediately was born a strong bond and friendship with Andrew, the owner & MD. Two days later I again contacted Andrew for this deal. He could sense in my voice something was wrong, so I told him I'd just been given notice my job had been off-shored. He told me to get on a plane to Sydney to meet and discuss a few things with him. I was blown away. What was close to being the worst day of my life, was quite possibly turning out to be the best.

So a few days later, off I went to Sydney. We met, we spoke, and we spoke some more. We came up with a stack of ways to improve Cashrewards and make it the number 1 goto shopping website in Australia. He was even kind enough to take me to his home for lunch where I met the rest of his family. Words cannot describe how genuinely kind Andrew is. His business acumen is second to none. He offered me a job that day. It was just too good to refuse.

Out of courtesy, he also arranged a call with our very own Scotty, just so he was aware what was going on, and that there'd be no conflict of interest. I'll be performing a variety of tasks but primarily focusing on vendor negotiations, bringing in new clients, getting better deals, etc etc. Obviously, posting on OzB will not stop. I will post as a 'rep' for any Cashrewards deal, as 'associated' for deals indirectly related to Cashrewards, and of course there's all the other deals I'll continue to post as per normal. I'm not going anywhere.

I find it incredible to think I'll be earning a full-time income from doing something I absolutely love. I'll be working out of Melbourne, with regular trips to Sydney. I'm 100% committed to making this work, and I'll make sure everyone benefits. I won't leave anything unexplored.

I hope you all have a wonderful day, and looking forward to posting my very first deal as a Cashrewards rep. All the very best - TA.

General Discussion

Related Stores

Cashrewards
Cashrewards
Third-Party

Comments

  • zeckem on 30/10/2015 - 22:21
    +2

    what an incredible story, so happy for you TA. all the hard work with every post you've made eventually paid off. and Andrew you didn't make a mistake, he's a good catch. telstra made a big mistake.

  • amsaini15 on 30/10/2015 - 23:15

    Congrats TA !! You are a legend.

  • Elnato on 30/10/2015 - 23:18
    +2

    Congrats TA, your a major asset to ozbargain and sound like a great person, i'm glad you've found an awesome job that you enjoy, good luck for the future and keep posting and seeking out awesome deals for everyone

  • jason101 on 30/10/2015 - 23:31
    -2

    Imagine genuine job creation based on bargain hunting - this is the type of innovation and entrepreneurship that deserves support from the government, it defines the pinnacle of efficiency and innovation in a free market economy.

  • wc on 30/10/2015 - 23:36
    +1

    Congratulations. You are the best person for the job. Well done.

  • lolmao on 30/10/2015 - 23:56

    congrats dude, this is great to hear

  • Bretlyn on 31/10/2015 - 00:03

    Congrats TA!!!

  • fusion17 on 31/10/2015 - 01:19

    Always nice to read things like this.

    Congrats

  • sentinel on 31/10/2015 - 02:06

    Congrats TA! Guess you'll have to find a new hobby as your old one has become your job :) Best wishes

  • [Deactivated] on 31/10/2015 - 04:50

    Good luck mate. Amazing effort you've made around here.

  • Buggles on 31/10/2015 - 06:30

    That's wonderful news, TA. It just goes to show the nice guys don't always finish last. Best wishes for your new job. It couldn't have happened to a nicer chap.

  • tessel on 31/10/2015 - 07:45
    +6

    TA, I don't post much, but congratulations. I saw those comments from people in the past where they thought you were making money/getting something from your posting and it saddened me to see that. It's hard for some people to think that there are those out there that just want to help others and want nothing in return. It's a weird concept because society now is all about the "joneses". Congratulations on your new job and it is great to see that you are getting paid to do something you love. I wish we could all do that. Best of luck with it all and take care.

    Jolon

  • Ahan on 31/10/2015 - 08:26

    Congrats!!!

  • pennypincher on 31/10/2015 - 09:03

    Well Done TA :-)

  • Slippery Otter on 31/10/2015 - 09:44

    Congrats :)

  • Shutterfish on 31/10/2015 - 11:13
    +1

    Great news! Congrats,mate.

  • outregis on 31/10/2015 - 11:36
    +2

    Congrats TA! I always pay attention to your posts, you are such a valuable member of the Ozbargain community. Great to hear of good things happening to deserving people :)

  • kangaroo on 31/10/2015 - 12:31
    +1

    Opportunities are everywhere, we just need to keep our eyes open, great story, Congrats!

  • serpserpserp on 31/10/2015 - 13:12
    +4

    Will Cashrewards find a job for jv to be the official "checker" of TA's work?

    • muncan on 31/10/2015 - 17:11
      +5

      "What's the normal cashback price?"

      • JuryWheel on 01/11/2015 - 16:29

        I was going to ask what job JV would be offered also….

  • grababargain on 31/10/2015 - 13:23
    +1

    Congrats on your new job TA. Glad that things worked out well for you. Btw, I think OZB turns 9 in Nov. Any special deals from CR?

  • gimli on 31/10/2015 - 13:48
    +1

    Congrats and good luck :)

  • yogiU on 31/10/2015 - 15:15
    +1

    TA you are the best and deserve the best 👍👍

  • sagi446 on 31/10/2015 - 16:24
    +1

    Congratulations TA, I am glad to hear that it has worked out for you!

    I hope your collaboration with CR can bring ARSE-mazing things.

  • aussieaubs on 31/10/2015 - 16:27

    Hey TA - this is GREAT news…. congrats mate - glad to see what you have somehow fallen into…

    often the best roles in life find you because - if you do what you love - then the money will follow…

  • brotherfranciz on 31/10/2015 - 16:36

    Wow congratulations! You'll probably need to get even more creative with the codes now… no more arseing around. :P

    I've always appreciated your efforts - I was amazed that you would actually call up reps to ask for deals for the ozb community! Even though I don't take up the offer most of the time, I do +1 to show my appreciation. :D

    I'm glad it all worked out for you in the end. What did you used to do for a living? I've always wondered how you could keep track of so many offers so quickly, and the only explanation I could think of was that you were unemployed and lived in your parents' basement/granny flat lolololololol :P

    Good luck with it all!

  • BloodSail Admiral on 31/10/2015 - 16:57

    Congrats :)

    Wish you good luck.

  • dextertheboygenius on 31/10/2015 - 17:57
    +1

    CONGRARSE mate! :P

  • denis7 on 31/10/2015 - 18:22

    Thanks Andrew for giving you the opportunity. Congrats TA!!!!!!!

  • undercut on 31/10/2015 - 18:37
    +1

    No one more deserving! Well done TA.

  • subywagon on 31/10/2015 - 19:34

    That's awesome news. Congratulations mate!

  • UNO on 31/10/2015 - 19:49

    Congrats!

  • SaveTheManuals on 31/10/2015 - 20:26

    Congrats TA!! All the best! You deserve it :)

  • MelbBargainChaser77 on 31/10/2015 - 20:29

    Congrats TA, this is awesome news. I too must add that Ive had some online interaction with Andrew from CR and he was nothing but honest genuine and helpful.

  • sajidmib on 31/10/2015 - 21:12

    congrats TightArse … more tightening of arse to come get us some good deals mate you rock

  • lancedefrance on 31/10/2015 - 22:10
    +1

    TA you are an absolute legend mate and we all appreciate all the great deals you post here so I am really glad that you managed to turn your contribution into a paying job. All the best and keep up the good work.

  • surat on 01/11/2015 - 00:55

    congratulation TA!! take care

  • kpl69 on 01/11/2015 - 13:36

    Congrats TA! Absolutely fantastic news for you and a great opportunity. Wish you good luck and all the very best in your new role. Please continue to create and post some of your legendary bargains. :)

  • melfes on 01/11/2015 - 14:37

    TA you are quite an admirable figure for doing what you r doing—approach and work out a deal

    If anyone possesses this talent I reckon he/she would do fine in business, which is about approaching and creating new things,
    So congrats!

  • TrailerTrash on 01/11/2015 - 15:41

    congrats TA - well deserved new chapter!!

  • flyingtrapeze on 01/11/2015 - 18:16

    Congrats

  • drillvoice on 01/11/2015 - 20:17

    Congratulations TA. Great to see you following your passion!

  • lemontree on 01/11/2015 - 20:56

    Congratulations TA :)

  • am274 on 01/11/2015 - 21:00

    Congrats man!! I don't think its a favour, you certainly deserved it. There are lot of people losing their job everyday, doesn't happen to all of them.

  • super bargain on 01/11/2015 - 23:20

    congrats TA

  • cktftw on 02/11/2015 - 11:24

    TA one thing you can help fix is the "pending transactions" period on CR. I've some pending since August and find I have to send an email reminder to release the transactions every few months. They've almost never come through on their own.

  • [Deactivated] on 02/11/2015 - 19:31

    One thing out of all this is CR stole our arse from under us.

  • malouphix on 02/11/2015 - 22:18

    Congratulations!

    Well deserved, thank you for all the hard work, which you love! :)

  • GreenRomeo on 02/11/2015 - 22:25

    Really late to the party (just seen the EaseUS Partition deal posted on the front page), but congrats TA for such an amazing turnaround.

    I will from now go with CashRewards first when possible when it comes to cashback deals, just to show the appreciation to both TA and CR.

  • 51ngh on 06/11/2015 - 13:55

    runs up and gives TA a tight hug…sending good vibes your way :)

  • String name on 06/11/2015 - 18:53

    What excellent news!

    Congratulations TA, keep doin you. No one else can do it better!

  • Wakety-Wack on 08/11/2015 - 19:55

    The karma chameleon strikes again ;) Congrats!

  • The J man on 09/11/2015 - 13:00

    Bit late to the party, but congrats mate.

    Good work on behalf of Cashrewards, you got yourself a productive employee.

  • treeman on 09/11/2015 - 13:02

    Wow great story, sounds like off a TV Show/Movie!

    Congratulations, hard work paid off!

  • 1stOzBargainer on 09/11/2015 - 14:13

    Congratulations!
    Your service to the OzBargain community has been significant and is greatly appreciated
    Good luck with your new job

  • Zinger on 09/11/2015 - 14:44

    Congrats mate. All the best!

  • Grado on 09/11/2015 - 15:43

    Congratulations TA, I'm sure this will mean OzBargainers will benefit from this!

  • Wally on 09/11/2015 - 16:44

    Great Story! All the Best!

  • britta on 09/11/2015 - 16:50

    I must have been under a rock. Wel done TA. Keep up the awesome work :D

  • squeeb on 09/11/2015 - 18:43

    One door closes and another one opens. Great that you can move on and be respected and appreciated for the work that you are about to do! Congratulations!

    PS How about a Coles deal to match the 5% off Woolworths eGift cards? That would be awesome!

  • ujwols on 09/11/2015 - 19:53

    Good things happen to good people ;)..Very happy for you TA

  • bricabrac89 on 19/11/2015 - 08:02

    Now that you're on the inside looking out and not the outside looking in, can you fix their system. Tired of 3 month enquiries, unpaid cashback, forever pending cashback!

  • [Deactivated] on 23/11/2015 - 22:52

    This is awesome news, I'm a little late in hearing it, but so glad for you man! Catch you around the city!

  • Clear on 08/11/2017 - 22:30
    +2

    Big CONGRATULATIONS on the job TA!!!! I'm sure you've made an excellent addition to the team and helped boost CR's success!

  • malouphix on 08/11/2017 - 22:56
    +1

    Wow! It's already been 2-years TA!!!

    Time flies!

  • shamid202 on 16/09/2018 - 23:53
    -1

    give us triple cash back for tomorrow ebay deal

  • abh_gup on 22/09/2018 - 09:47
    -1

    TA, always the legend.

  • voteoften on 04/05/2020 - 14:54
    +2

    Congratulations TA, many years late. Due to the 6 year anniversary email from CR, I was snooping to see if TA was this Andrew guy. I finally ran across this post. Wonderful story. Hope to meet you done day but all the meetups seemed to be when I was travelling. Thanks for all you do. 💐🤗🙏

    • tightarse on 04/05/2020 - 14:59

      Thank you, but I'm certainly no Andrew. I can only aspire to being like him and to what he's achieved in his life. Thanks again for the kind words and looking forward to meeting you one day soon :)

  • Twisty on 30/01/2024 - 15:41
    +2

    You have always been the best TA!

    All the best with your next chapter mate!

  • regenade on 31/01/2024 - 10:43
    +2

    All the best TA with your next escapades. I am sure you will still be around and hoping that a sparkling new gig will follow your amazing stint at CR

  • RtN on 02/02/2024 - 15:25
    +1

    Thanks for all your help these past few years TA! You were a legend and got things done!

  • sintro on 10/02/2024 - 00:34

    I will always remember that you weren't a tight arse with the good deals.
    Thanks and all the best!

  • StingyBritches on 17/02/2024 - 12:09
    +1

    Thank you TA. Best wishes for your future endeavours.

  • DanMar on 19/03/2024 - 16:31

    Any rep assigned yet in OZB?

Login or Join to leave a comment
Login Join