OK, so you have expressed that you would like to become a mystery shopper! The job of mystery shoppers (aka secret shoppers) is to visit shops or designated location, disguising as shoppers, and check the service quality, cleanliness, etc. of the facility. Bosses take this information that secret shoppers provide and use it as a tool to change weak areas in their business. Companies that use this service are shopping malls, cafes, shops, and salons. Secret shoppers make higher amount of money doing this job, and they enjoy the added bonus of flexibility in working time. Many establishments would want you to visit places that are close to your home so you don’t have to be concened about going to places that are far away.
There are a lot of establishments that hires mystery shoppers. However be on alert in selecting the right company to be a mystery shopper. Despite many sad tales of people getting conned in becoming a mystery shopper, this job is still very lucrative. Just be more alert, and you will be fine.
One easy way to ascertain if the company is honest is to investigate their history and any association affiliations. There may be a fee in becoming a mystery shopper but it should be a very small amount. Having recommendations from friends will also help a lot in deciding a company to work for.
The World Wide Web is also a good research point to find more resources in becoming a secret shopper. Check out the success stories, participate in secret shopper forums and learn as much as you can from the expert shoppers.
There are a lot of mystery shopper resources available online that can assist you get jobs. It is true that some people have been able to earn a living with secret shopping, so if you want a job that has flexible schedule, and and a work that you can get paid for while having fun, this can be a ideal move for anyone!