JHB South East - July 2021

PASSION IS THE SPICE OF LIFE
Ormonde resident Edgar Nche
was raised in Dube, Soweto, and
mostly attended schools in the north
of Johannesburg.
He is all about passion. He is passionate
about conversations and learning
from people, certainly passionate
about his job and what you would call
a passionate family man.
‘I am the only child of my mother, but
on my father’s side I have a younger
sister (Cynclaire) and a younger
brother (Lysander). I also have a cousin
(Tokelo aka Tk), whom I consider my
younger brother from my late aunt.
‘I am a big family man and I think that’s
where I draw most of my energy from
when I do get the chance to see them.
We are all a vibrant bunch and when
we’re all together it’s like we never lost
time but gain a lot of great memories
of happiness.’
Being more of an outdoors type of
guy, some of his favourite spots to visit
are Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve and
the North Cliff Eco Park, where he can
let go and be free to recharge.
Describing himself as a young, driven,
charismatic individual who has a lot to
offer the world, he loves to explore his
artistic side.
‘When I do get the chance, I tend to sharpen my drawing skills on my next art
piece. I love it.’
Matching character with his career
Being an extrovert who enjoys being around others, having great conversations,
laughing and loving happy environments, he thrives among people and takes
the opportunity to learn from people.
‘My passion for property developed quite early. I recall as a young boy playing
outside with friends and then always rushing home to be in front of the TV to
watch Top Billing. Seeing all the properties that were showcased enabled me to
see what job opportunities would match my character.
‘I enrolled myself into the One Learner programme in 2015, which was introduced
by the EAAB (Estate Agency Affairs Board) and SETA (Service Sector Education
and Training Authority).
‘From there, I decided to do more research and self-development programmes
while juggling my internship and varsity years, and here I am, constantly looking
for new business/opportunities every day. This includes sourcing new sellers
and buyers.
‘There is an endless list of what gives me job satisfaction. I enjoy meeting new
people and showing beautiful and amazing properties that have a different flair,
structures and architectural styles. The best satisfaction is the final key handover,
where I get to prepare awesome gifts and roll out amazing red carpets.’
The tougher side of the job, as he would describe it, is trying to make everyone
happy with the challenge of trying to close the gap between the buyers and
sellers and keeping the deal alive.
Inspired by people
Edgar explained the people he meets are what motivates him in his career.
‘The individuals you come across in this industry are highly motivating in their
own unique way. They have awesome life lessons to share and gift you with wisdom
to achieve success.’
The key to his success is understanding that people are different and that you
have to be sensitive to that during negotiations. To serve both parties, buyer and
seller, equally and fairly is a priority.
His most expensive property sold is a three-level house in Bassonia, which sold
for R3 750 000.
‘I had the opportunity to run with my mentors’ buyers who were looking in the
south of Johannesburg for over two months, in three different areas. We finally
found a property that had most of the qualities they were looking for.
Any side hustles?
‘No side hustles at present. For now, I need to strengthen my skills in and around
the real estate and property industry. I would like to be well-known in real estate
and, hopefully, later find myself back and forth closing deals in Cape Town too.’
And will he choose the same career again?
‘I would choose real estate again. I believe this is one of the careers that will teach
you more about yourself and life, as you are learning constantly. One should grab
as many opportunities as possible with zero limits but the limits you set
for yourself.’
BEHIND THE SCENES
Working behind the scenes as the production company for Listing Jozi are Nico
Nel and Trevor Kaplan from AlternaTV.
Nico grew up in Port Shepstone and moved to Pretoria after school to study
information design and as he said, ‘Fast forward through a few course changes
I eventually graduated with a BIS Publishing Degree at the University of Pretoria.’
His career in publishing started at Uppercase Media soon after obtaining
his degree.
‘From there I was hooked on the media industry that eventually saw me doing a
few years at MNet, more specifically looking after the marketing and PR requirements
for kykNet’s Afrikaans channels.
‘After my daughter and my new business, AlternaTV, was born, my wife and I
swopped the bustling city life in Randburg for scenic Meyersdal and have never
looked back. I guess we are back in a small town again.’
Trevor grew up in the north of Joburg and attended a boarding school in KZN,
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