It is true. Many companies use mystery shoppers to get information anonymously.
Mystery Shopping
Companies assign a mystery shopper to make a particular purchase in a store or restaurant, and then report on the experience. Typically, the mystery shopper is reimbursed, and may keep the product purchased. Many find mystery shopping also known as secret shopping a fun part time or full time rewarding career.
You will never get rich Mystery Shopping. At best, this is a great alternative career choice, a chance to work independently, on your own terms, for who you want, when you want to work. In fact, most Mystery Shoppers report it is an easy way to make quick cash and score many free items. Typically the shopper is paid $6 and up per assignment. The number of assignments a shopper receives in any typical week depends on the number of clients in the area. The more clients, the more assignments received. Also, to earn more the shopper should join several mystery shopper companies to keep the job assignments plentiful.
Mystery Shopping Assignments
A typical assignment begins like this: The Mystery Shopper Company contacts you by email with a new shop assignment in the area. You are asked to check if the store is abiding by standards the head office sets for employees. You review all the information sent by the company and set out to the store assigned. As you walk into the store you would notice if the establishment entrance was clean, the window display attractive. Did the clerks acknowledge your presence when you entered the store with a nod or a hello? Or did the clerks ignore you and continue what they were doing? These should be reported in detail to the Mystery Shopper Company. Also, most companies request their shoppers make a minor purchase for which they are reimbursed.
The retailers will use your findings to improve customer service and reward establishments that are up to standards. As you see, the Mystery Shopper plays a very important part in the overall evaluation process.
Mystery Shopper Qualifications:
- Organized
- Ability to read and understand assignments
- Understand English
- Able to complete assignments promptly
- Know how to write objectively and precisely
- Reliability and trustworthiness are important
- A computer, Internet, email account
- Reliable transportation
- A Digital Camera/Camera Phone
Getting Started Mystery Shopping
Many legitimate Mystery Shopping Sites actively recruit new shoppers year round. Search on Google for Mystery Shoppers or Secret Shoppers. The mystery shopping sites will supply you with the necessary information applications needed to get started.
Soon you will join the rank of successful independent Mystery Shoppers Getting paid to do what they love. Shop!
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