Deciding To Become A Mystery (Secret) Shopper

If you have been thinking about becoming a Mystery Shopper, you should consider the seriousness of the position and its importance to companies, policies, projects, employees, customer services and future sales.

Additionally, you should enjoy shopping and reporting on your encountered activities.

Mystery shopping companies require a detailed account of your ‘shop’ experience. The information is necessary to determine many different considerations to sales, purchases, staff, displays, procedures, pricing and more.

Therefore, you should realize that documenting your Secret Shop is as important as the ‘Shop’ itself.

In addition to the report, you must provide the documentation in a timely manner. For example, a detailed account is normally required within 24 hours after your Mystery Shop.

Enjoying the extra money you are paid to ‘Shop’ is always appreciated. However, you must remember that recording the shopping experience is necessary to receive your payment.

If or when you decide to become a Mystery Shopper, consider the reports required along with earning extra money, free-gifts (bonuses), reimbursements and completing audit shops.

The Mystery Shopping experience is not complete without the timely reporting of your activity. If you do not realize this, you may become disillusioned and frustrated with the type position that Mystery Shopping really necessitates.

Additionally, you should attach importance to the different type shops required and the scheduling of the assignments.

Mystery Shopping offers flexibility and extra income; nonetheless, reliability, responsibility and dependability weigh heavily in this profession. You should take into account these factors when deciding to take on this vocation.

There are many advantages if you are the type individual who enjoys customer service appreciation and helping companies to monitor (investigate) and report on your experiences in such activities.

Below are a few shops mentioned by Bona Fide Companies:

Mystery Shopping Scams and FTC

The practice of fraudulent marketing companies promoting bogus offers is a common practice amongst sham operations.

The FTC will execute charges against companies that deliberately defraud the consumer.

If you experience any company that misrepresents available jobs and assignments or your potential Income, you should immediately contact The Federal Trade Commission.

The FTC will charge the mystery shopping operation for violations.

One particular scam, advertised to consumers they would be hired as mystery shoppers earning a high income.

That operation faced Federal Trade Commission charges that their claims about job availability and income potential were deceptive.

“The FTC alleged that in exchange for the $99.95 fee for one year of service, consumers thought they would be trained and certified as mystery shoppers, and would gain access to job postings available through the company, with enough paid assignments available to ensure a steady part-time or full-time income. Instead, consumers received a worthless certification and access to re-postings of other mystery shopping assignments posted by other companies.”

Consumers still had to apply for jobs with Mystery Shopping companies and at much lower-paying rates.

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According to the FTC, the company charging $99.50 misrepresented the following:

1. there were a specific number of mystery shopping jobs available in the consumers’ area;

2. a large percentage of mystery shopping jobs go unfilled due to a lack of mystery shoppers; and

3. Consumers who paid the defendants’ fee were likely to earn a high income

the operation itself was hiring mystery shoppers, or hiring mystery shoppers on behalf of others;

The operation advertised in newspapers, radio, and cable television, inviting consumers to call a toll-free number for more information.

Telemarketers working for the company assured consumers who phoned that there were a specific number of mystery shopping jobs available in their area; often stating a number in the hundreds or even thousands, and that consumers could make as much money as they wanted by deciding how many assignments to accept.

Additionally, telemarketers guaranteed consumers they would earn from $200 to $500 plus per week, and make their fee paid back within one to two weeks.

You can learn the details from the FTC’s Web site at http://www.ftc.gov and also from the FTC’s Consumer Response Center, Room 130, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20580.

The FTC works for the consumer to prevent fraudulent, deceptive, and unfair business practices in the marketplace and to provide information to help consumers spot, stop, and avoid them.

To file a complaint in English or Spanish or to get free information on any of 150 consumer topics, call toll-free, 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357),

Below are a few shops mentioned by Bona Fide Companies:

What are Mystery Shopping Paperwork and Report Requirements?

If you consider yourself somewhat of a detail oriented type person, the paperwork and reporting will blend well with your actual lifestyle.

In other words, reports will not be difficult for you to achieve.

Reporting your shop events, occurrences, and experiences including answering questions asked, will be the same, as you would normally account for your day when speaking to a friend or family member when recapping your day’s incidents.

That is if you detail the story…

You will have to spend some time data entering your reports.

Although you may take some time to type your report into your computer or at the online site of the Mystery Shopping Company for whom you performed the shop, there are tips and techniques to use in completing your reports.

For example, reporting can be much easier if you prepare your approach and readiness upon your entrance into your shop.

You can be sure that as you do more ‘Shops’, reporting and recording the details or answering quizzes on your shopping experience becomes easier.

Additionally, reporting is much easier if you concentrate and consider your report when you first enter a restaurant or store.

You can immediately begin to look for all the details as automatic behavior.

In the example of some, you may begin by paying particular attention to a restaurant’s parking lot and if it is clean or full of litter, well lit in the evenings and has any safety features.

Upon your entrance into the location, where you are to provide undercover work, begin your report in your head. This will make it much easier when you actually sit down to type your report.

If you decide to print copies of your reports, make sure you set your printer to draft mode, otherwise you will be using a great deal of ink whether you use an inkjet or laser…

To be continued later…

Below are a few shops mentioned:

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Each day I am amazed to see the amounts of fees being paid for shoppers, auditors, evaluators and inspectors.

Each day I am additionally amazed at the great need for the rush ’shops’ that are being scheduled. Rush, in other words, bonus assignments pay an additional $10 to $25 for each shop.
It doesn’t take too much calculating to realize that 3 x $25 can add up to $75.

How many days a week would you like to complete mystery shops? You can do the addition.
You can earn fees simply by checking the mystery shoppers boards before you go out shopping to your grocery shop, beauty salon, pick the kids up from school, step out for dinner or even stop in at the fast food restaurant with the gang.

Or what about being reimbursed plus receiving a fee for your next purchase on your eye glasses, blinds or carpet for your home and more?

The next time you stop in at the cell phone shop, how about also setting up a secret shop assignment and be paid for completing a detailed report on how your experience was at the store and their customer service?

You can earn and save thousands of dollars per year in addition to receiving bonuses and free gifts.

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WATCH OUT FOR SCAMS!

There are many opportunities available for Shoppers, Auditors, Evaluators, Inspectors, Observers and Representatives to provide essay type reporting on your interaction and experiences with companies, employees, apartments, restaurants, hotels, motels, stores, banks, theaters, sports bars and more.

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You can learn, simply know more about, or follow the latest assignment postings at http://www.mysteryshoppersleuth.com about:

01 – Mystery ‘Shops’
02 – Mystery Shoppers
03 – Mystery Shopping
04 – Mystery Audits
05 – Mystery Auditing
06 – Mystery Evaluations
07 – how to become a Mystery Shopper
08 – how to become Secret Auditor
09 – how to become Secret Shopping Evaluator
10 – how to get paid to Shop at Grocery Stores
11 – how to obtain Bonus Mystery Shopper Pay
12 – what companies hire Mystery Shoppers
13 – who are the companies currently hiring
14 – how to earn a good income from Mystery ‘Shops’
15 – learn how to become a Certified Mystery Shopper
16 – and too many more to list here

You can get more information and training if you would like.

In many cases the information and training guide books do have a small cost..

Like any other informative material or certifications, these products and or services do cost.

However, that is not the same as signing up with a Mystery Shopping Company in their Database to perform ‘Secret Shops’ or other type auditing assignments and having to pay them to sign up.

You should never be required to pay a company to obtain any lists or lists of databases or companies who hire Mystery Shoppers, Evaluators, Auditors to perform and report on the assignments completed.

There are guides and ebooks to instantaneously download on your computer that provide you with the informative details and guidance if you require more knowledge!

You can visit this site and find out more: http://www.MysteryShopperSleuth.com

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QUALITY MYSTERY SHOPPING COMPANIES
DO NOT CHARGE YOU TO BECOME A SHOPPER!
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Note: I am not affiliated with Mystery Shopper, Focus Groups or Survey Companies, nor do I schedule any assignments.

Below are ‘Shops’ and or assignments that are offered on forums, message boards, groups and list services.

I read and follow these daily and have been for many years.

I hope to provide you this information to assist in your further research.

If you are interested in Mystery Shopping you should become aware of actual and real facts about this type of home-based-business. You can obtain additional knowledge at Volition.com as their quote claims to be the “oldest Free Stuff site on the Internet”.

I often read or refer to inaccurate information about Mystery Shoppers, Mystery Shopping, how much can realistically be earned, the gifts, the benefits and other type resources surrounding this business.

It is for these reasons you should visit me often at http://www.MysteryShopperSleuth.com where I provide more subject matter and information regarding Mystery Shopper and Shopping Opportunities.

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Below are only a few ads for recent opportunities available in many different local areas:

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KSS International is recruiting shoppers for easy Hardware/Craft store shops on the islands of Kauai and Oahu!

You are required to browse the store with a specific scenario in mind – which will be given to you. Please take note of cleanliness, displays, and service. You will be required to make a small purchase (approx. $1).

Shops pay $14.00 and must be reported online within 24 hours.

Please apply by going to www.sassieshop.com/2sutter – register/login and check the job board for these shops.

I look forward to working with you!

Check out my BLOG for more shop offers! http://blog.myspace.com/kssmaryg

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KSS International is recruiting shoppers for a GREAT PAYING and EASY Bank project.

This project requires ONE trip to the bank, where you will perform a CSR shop, and you WILL open a checking account with the bank. The bank has a free checking account with no minimum balance and only $1/mo fee for debit card, for which you WILL be reimbursed.

After opening the account, you will only need to report back on the online form any and all communication you have with the bank after you leave. You will report back at 30 days, 60 days and completely finish your report at 90 days.

You will receive a debit card, and you should use the card at least once, to make a withdrawal at an ATM or make a small purchase, just to make sure it works. You will receive checks, which you will be reimbursed for.

The account must be opened with $50, and this money is YOURS and will remain YOURS throughout the project. When the project has been concluded (after 90 days), you can either keep the account for your personal use or you can close it.

You will be paid $65.00 for completing this 90 day project. Payments are made through PayPal in increments – $25 after opening the account, $10 at 30 days, $10 at 60 days, $10 at 90 days and a $10
bonus for following through and completing all portions of the project.

The BEST PART of this project is that you may complete TELLER shops for us at this bank once you have opened your account! Teller shops pay $12.00 each and you can do as many as you like.

The earning potential is actually greater than just the shop fee for this one project. I have 2 more rounds of teller shops that I will begin posting on or about 2/20/08.

You can apply for one of these shops at www.sassieshop.com/2kern Please register/login and check the Job Board by zip code or state for these bank shops.

I look forward to working with you!

www.sassieshop.com/2kern
Firestone – http://perform2.suttermarketing.com/bridgeaudit/index.asp
Check out my BLOG for more shop offers! http://blog.myspace.com/kssmaryg

If you require more information and training on Field Service Inspection Representatives, you can find it at: http://www.home-based-business-reps.com

3.

URGENT purchase and return retail shops now available. The shop pays $18 and bonus is an
additional $10.

All shops are paid on the 15th of the month following the month the shop was completed.

You may register with Measure Consumer Perspectives by going to:
http://www.sassieshop.com/2msr/index.norm.php

You will visit your assigned location during any hours/days that they are open.

You will be evaluating the greeting, sales associates, associates friendliness, cross selling, and check the stores cleanliness while you browse.

Choose some clothing items and shoes and carry these with you. See if the associate offers you a dressing room. If they do not offer you a dressing room, you must ask for one.

You will need to spend a minimum of 15 minutes inside the store.

In your report, you should comment on if your associate checks back on you while you are in the dressing room.

You are required to make a purchase of a shoe item on sale, please use cash only.

You will then return 20 minutes later to return the shoes claiming ‘Buyer’s Remorse’.

Please save receipt to receive payment.

Please log in and apply for ONLY the shops you can complete.

Email any questions you may have. Thank you.
Direct Scheduling Services on behalf of Measure Consumer Perspectives

4.

Hello shoppers!

We are currently scheduling mystery shopping assignments for apartments in your area.

Please carefully read the dates below and details!

The shops pay $25.00 upon completion.

You will be calling and then interviewing the apartment community on site in this assignment.

PLEASE FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A SHOP.

Locations for any shopper from 2/16-2/17/08:
Kimberly Court 4121 Kimberly Parkway South Columbus OH 43232
Time Period Available:
Weekends only 2/16/08-2/17/08

a. IF INTERESTED, PLEASE DO NOT HIT REPLY! SEND AN EMAIL TO
info@marketviewpoint.com WITH THE LOCATION(S) YOU ARE APPLYING FOR IN THE SUBJECT LINE.
b. LIST THE FOLLOWING ITEMS
c. FULL NAME
d. ADDRESS
e. PHONE NUMBER
f. PAYPAL EMAIL YOU CAN RECEIVE PAYMENT TO.

If you are new shopper to us, you MUST sign up in our database after applying to the shop!

If you are chosen, you will then be notified regarding the assignment, with a link for instructions.

Reporting is completed online, and must be completed within 24 hours of the shop.

We will be contacting a number of shoppers and will make assignments on a first response/PayPal preferred basis, so don’t delay!

Thank you and we look forward to working with you!

Market Viewpoint
info@marketviewpoint.com

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You can learn and become educated in various type ’shops’, auditing and reporting assignments.

You can obtain a Silver Certification or a Gold Certification.

You can earn an income, benefits and bonuses including gifts…

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A Field Rep has low upfront cost requirements and can earn a very high income over time.

You can begin with no experience.

Find out more about this business today!
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You can contact me if you have questions as I am always pleased to provide my assistance.

Kindest Regards, B. Robert

You should be knowledgeable in Mystery Shopping Scams. There are companies who will promise interested persons ‘Shops’ including ‘assignments and audits that pay $75 plus.

There are Focus Groups and Survey Companies that actually do offer very high pay such as the amount noted above. However, more ‘Shops’ pay closer to $25 or less!

Naturally, there are certain types of ‘Shops’ that pay more than others!

Additionally, rush ‘immediate’ assignments will very often include Bonus Pay!

If you are willing to complete ‘Shops’ with very little notice (usually a day), you can receive $10 to $15 plus more Bonus Pay to the already agreed upon payment. Also, you still will receive you reimbursements.

It is not uncommon for many Mystery Shoppers to actually sign up for the ‘immediately required shops’ to receive the higher Bonus Pay.

If you earn $30 to $40 or more and do 2 or 3 shops per day a few days a week, you are earning $90 to $120 per day plus reimbursements for purchases made..

In an example of grocery shopping. If you purchase an item you will use, you get paid to ‘Shop’ and you actually receive reimbursement for the item you purchased.

You will have to search out the ‘Shops’ that require immediately completing your assignment to earn the extra Bonus Pay!

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A Note on my BLOG for Mystery Shoppers who want to learn more about Mystery Shopping and the tricks to earning money and free gifts.

As a Mystery Shopper you will learn it is easy, if you have the right information!I plan on providing information as often as possible with the shops and companies who are hiring people for shops!

I do offer a few eBooks, where you’ll not only learn the insider secrets to receiving FREE merchandise and services, but you’ll discover little known money making sources that save (and earn) you hundreds of dollars!

I only offer the ebooks if you would like to learn more.

It is not necessary that you purchased my offer!I still will be providing the information and resources that you can embark upon without purchasing my ebooks and bonuses offering.

For that reason, you should stop by often and make sure to read the latest of information and resources that I will be documenting for your knowledge and follow-through.

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You can find out more about Focus Groups and Survey Companies simply by searching on the Internet.

You will have to read and check out the company and groups that you plan to work with.

You can find a great deal of information about those offering the shops, audits or assignments by frequenting the forums and joining the different newsletters available.

The important concept to be concerned with, regards the ‘up front fees’.

You can become a member with many companies offering Mystery Shopper assignments for no cost!

There could be a company that provides you with the assignments and job, however, if they are asking for setup fees, or membership fees, you can most likely go directly to the company without any third party fees.

On the other hand, if you want to learn more information regarding the companies who are offering ‘Shops’, and how it works, including details, techniques, tips and tricks for the Mystery Shopper; then you should purchase a few of the eBooks or Books sold on the Market that will provide you with the knowledge you seek. The cost for any of the ebooks or material are not very expensive.

If you are not an experienced or certified Mystery Shopper, I would advise you to purchase more information that will guide and teach you the ‘ins’ and the ‘outs’ of Mystery Shopping!

Having a basic background and foundation on which to determine specifics about certain companies, payments, types of shops and more is essential information if you intend to perform Mystery Shopping assignments.

It will be very important that you read a few different ebooks/books as different authors or experienced Mystery Shoppers review and provide their own side to accepting and completing these type jobs.

I can personally speak for the reason I have been familiar with Mystery Shopping companies, Focus Groups, Survey Companies and the type assignments performed since 2000.

I have seen some companies go out of business and some companies stay. I have also seen some companies be purchased by other larger companies.

When I first became aware of Mystery Shopping, I was skeptical.

Nonetheless, I proceeded in searching out as much about Mystery Shoppers as I could obtain.

It was a very interesting journey through the fraudulent and the honorable companies.

I set a policy in stone for myself, to never pay money, (except for certifications, manuals, ebooks, information and content with substance), to any company requiring payment from me to provide me with a listing of ‘Mystery Shopping Companies’!

Additionally, I joined the many groups and forums available for Mystery Shoppers.

Currently, I receive the listings of job assignments daily, weekly and monthly. This way I am always on top of the ‘Shops’ I like the best.

Most of the time they are the ‘Rush’ type ’shops’.

Naturally, I follow-up on these for the reason of the Bonus Pay I noted above.

I also do partake in the Focus Groups that do pay $75 to $125, retirement communities and apartment type ‘Shops’. These all pay much higher to complete. Especially, if they include any bonuses…

Examples Assignment Shops Offered Daily:

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1 – Mystery Shop for Satisfaction Services Inc. Mystery Shopping Company
Immediate mystery shops available USA Nationwide, Canada, Mexico City
Guadalajara Sao Paulo…
http://www.satisfactionservicesinc.com/mysteryshoppingjobs.html.

We have Mystery shops nationwide for restaurants, bars, stores, car washes, eye exams etc.

These are benefits you get but you must be reliable, accurate, pay attention to details and provide a a complete summary about your shopping experience.

We are not selling a list of Mystery Shopping Companies.

We are a Mystery Shopping Service used by leading luxury hotels, restaurants, bars, stores, retail stores, chains nationwide and internationally.

We provide the customers perspective to major companies worldwide.

We look forward to you joining our shoppers.

Call or email us
shoppers@satisfactionservicesinc.com
http://www.satisfactionservicesinc.com
954-564-6570

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2. Hello Shoppers!

I have a flooring shop available for immediate assignment:

MSPA Gold or Silver shoppers preferred. If you’re not MSPA Gold or Silver Certified but are still interested in this shop, email me and ell me about your mystery shopping experience.

During this shop you will visit the location and make several observations.

You will be required to interact with an associate.

You will be given a scenario and asked to provide specific information.

Please do not take children with you while you perform this assignment.

You may conduct the shop alone or as a couple.

The assignment will pay $15.00.

You must have a Paypal account in order to accept this shop.

The email address that is listed on your shopper profile should match the email address listed at Paypal.

To open an account, go to www.paypal.com and follow the simple steps for establishing your
account. Please be aware that our client requires a well written,
detailed report. Take pride in the presentation of your work.

If you are available for this assignment, make sure you’re registered with us at www.sassieshop.

com/2kern and email me at
ksstracyz@kernscheduling.com with your Gold or Silver Certification
code.

Thank You!
See all my shop opportunities here www.myspace.com/ksstracyz

KSS International, Inc.

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3. Dear Shoppers,

Coast to Coast Scheduling has lunch and dinner shops available in various ocations in NY, NJ and Washington, DC. Each shop has different parameters, so please register first, then consult the website or email me for additional informtion at (mailto:jackyforctcss@aol.com) .

Register at _http://apply.coylehospitality.com_
(http://apply.coylehospitality.com) .

You must be a registered shopper to be considered for any of the
shops or to receive additional information.

Thank you for your help.

We look forward to working with you.

Sincerely,

Coast to Coast Scheduling
on behalf of Coyle Hospitality

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4. Part Time Field Service Rep

Are you looking for regular part time on-going work?

Do you thrive in an independent work environment?

IRI In-store Solutions Group is currently seeking Part Time Field Service Reps to collect UPC code scans and observational data in supermarkets, convenience stores and drug stores.

Using a company provided portable computer, you will scan UPC codes on product displays, answer survey questions about store conditions, activities, product counts, and other store related information.

This part time opportunity offers a flexible work schedule, with most work typically performed between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday – Friday.

This position requires approximately 10-20 hours per week depending on the weeks’ projects.

We offer competitive compensation, paid training, drive time and mileage compensations, a 401(k) plan and a friendly, supporting field team.

You must be able to stand, stretch up to 6 feet high, bend, kneel, walk for several hours at a time and lift up to 25 lbs.

You must have a landline phone to transmit your collected data and liability car insurance.

Retail and/or data collection experience is a plus!

Positions are being filled quickly so APPLY TODAY!

Submit your resume to: infores.com

To learn more about our company or to submit your
resume for other locations, visit our website at
www.infores.com

EOE

To Be Continued…..

If you have any questions, please contact me through this Blog.

Kindest Regards, B. Robert

You may be interested in another Great Field Service Representative Opportunity!

You set your own hours to work when you want to!

‘Mystery Shops’ are valuable services keeping businesses in touch with their customer needs.

Mystery Shoppers also perform a very special requirement a business has in knowing exactly how their employess, managers and staff are servicing the customer and products.

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Welcome to my BLOG for Mystery Shoppers who want to learn more about Mystery Shopping and Learning the tricks to earning money and free gifts.

As a Mystery Shopper you will learn it is easy, if you have the right information!I plan on providing information as often as possible with the shops and companies who are hiring people for shops!

I do offer a few eBooks, where you’ll not only learn the insider secrets to receiving FREE merchandise and services, but you’ll discover little known money making sources that save (and earn) you hundreds of dollars!

I only offer the ebooks if you would like to learn more.

It is not necessary that you purchased my offer!I still will be providing the information and resources that you can embark upon without purchasing my ebooks and bonuses offering.

For that reason, you should stop by often and make sure to read the latest of information and resources that I will be documenting for your knowledge and follow-through.

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Examples Assignment Shops Offered Daily:

Note: Do not accept any assignment that you think you may not be able to complete. If you accept a shop and do not perform it, the Scheduler and company will not appreciate any cancellations. They will under emergency circumstances waive any negative effects. However, under normal conditions and circumstances the Scheduler will not approve you for any additional ‘Shops’ if you do cancel!

You must consider that a scheduling company is responsible to their client to perform the required audits and reports. You must accept your responsibility very seriously and become known for your reliability to complete your shops.

With that said below you will view some of the postings I have received in the last few days.

My purpose in providing these ‘Shops’ is not for the reason of you accepting any, as much as it is for you to recognize the type assignments, and to become aware of companies offering the Mystery Shopping evaluations.

Under normal circumstances the assignments must be accepted within a timely schedule from 30 days to 2 days and under emergency requirements 1 day notice.

You can see why it is imperative you perform and complete your ‘Shop’ and its reporting.

You will find most companies make the Internet access available to accept your assignments and to also complete your evaluations online.

Payment is flexible and will depend upon the companies you are working with and how they set up. Many use PayPal and require you to open an account to receive your ‘Shop’ pay.

Below you can read some of the assignments available and by whom.

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My Personal Comment:

If you normally eat breakfast out, you might as well get paid for it and reimbursed for all or most of the cost.

1. KSS International, Inc. is scheduling great BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER shops!

*Breakfast – 6 am to 9 am

*Lunch – 11 am to 3 pm

*Dinner – 5 pm and 9 pm.

*Shopper must bring a Digital Camera in order to take of the required photos.

*The shop fee is $6 with up to $6 reimbursement for the required food

*Shoppers must be 21 years of age or older

Check with the company for Available Locations.

This is a fun place with great food!

I look forward to working with you!

Thanks,

KSS International, Inc.

www.sassieshop.com/2kern

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2. WE NEED NEW DEPENDABLE PEOPLE for MYSTERY SHOPPING

REQUIREMENTS ARE:

You must be reliable, observant and able to follow instructions.

Satisfaction Services Inc has mystery shops all areas USA

NEW Shoppers ONLY sign up with the following link

http://www.satisfactionservicesinc.com

If you are already a Shopper for us email us email us at

satserv5@satisfactionservicesinc.com

or call 954-564-6570 for immed shops!

We need Mystery Shoppers in Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, Mississippii, Texas, California, Colorado, Indiana, Arizona, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, Ohio, South Carolina, Ft lauderdale, Key West, Miami, West Palm, Orlando, Naples, Ft Meyers, Ocala, Atlanta, Denver, and more..

Visit our site at http://www.satisfactionservicesinc.com

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3. THE MS list Independent Contractor Opportunities

Greet America, Inc. is searching for representatives all over the country in order to fill openings for different part-time and temporary assignments

We constantly have different projects going on all over the United States.

The different assignments that are available include product demonstrations, merchandising, sampling, retailtainment,

placement programs, and mystery shopping.

Please go to our website at www.greetamerica.com and click on JOIN US.

You can enter your contact information there, and we will notify you of opportunities in your area.

There is no fee to apply. Please contact our representative at our site if you have any questions.

We appreciate your time, and look forward to working with you!

Sincerely,

Your Greet America Team

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4. Hello Shoppers!

Subject: $85 Retirement Shops-

Market Viewpoint is looking for senior shoppers to evaluate retirement communities in some areas.

THIS SHOP HAS 4 PARTS, INCLUDING TWO SEPARATE VISITS TO THE COMMUNITY:

1- A telephone shop-this is a recorded call

2- Attend a FREE group luncheon (first visit)

3- One-on-one visit with a retirement counselor (second visit)

4- Evaluate the marketing material packet you will be sent.

Payment for the completed shop (including all of the above aspects) is $85.

REQUIREMENTS:

You must have Microsoft WORD to complete this project.

COMMENT:

http://www.OpenOffice.org has a free download Suite version 2.3 that is a compatible application.

The Software can be downloaded and installed and used to save your evaluations in the same format as Microsoft Word.

If you are of senior status (65 years and older) and think you might be able to help us out, please email me at this address.

Also, if you are not of retirement age but have a parent or older friend who would like to accompany you for the valuations, please contact us.

Thank you,

Market Viewpoint, LLC.

Glenmoore, Pennsylvania

www.marketviewpoint.com

info@marketviewpoint.com

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5. Apartment Shopping Assignments Available-

Hello shoppers!

We are currently scheduling mystery shopping assignments for apartments in your area.

Please carefully read the details below and contact us.

The shops pay $25.00 upon completion

You will be calling and then interviewing the apartment community on site for these type assignments.

1. IF INTERESTED, SEND AN EMAIL TO info@marketviewpoint.com

SEND THE LOCATION(S) YOU ARE APPLYING FOR IN THE SUBJECT LINE.

2. LIST THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:

a. FULL NAME

b. ADDRESS

c. PHONE NUMBER

d. PAYPAL EMAIL YOU CAN RECEIVE PAYMENT TO.

PLEASE FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A SHOP.

Also, if you are new shopper to us, you MUST sign up in our database after applying to any shop!

If you are chosen, you will then be notified regarding the assignment, with a link for instructions.

Reporting is completed online, and must be completed within 24 hours of the shop.

We will be contacting a number of shoppers and will make assignments on a first response/PayPal preferred basis, so don’t delay!

(Please note: I will be unable to contact everyone who responds. You will be notified via email, only, if you are chosen.)

Thank you and we look forward to working with you!

Market Viewpoint

info@marketviewpoint.com

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6. 2008 is going to be a busy year for Insula Research, so we’re looking for professional auditors who are interested in handling a lot of assignments.

Insula Research, needs professional auditors who are interested in handling a lot of ssignments. All projects listed below have locations in all parts of he United States. Below is a list of upcoming projects, as well as he name and email address of the person you should contact for more nformation or questions.

Contactless Credit Card Tests

Insula Research manages an on-going study which tests new types of

credit card readers.

These readers are used in various different merchants, so there several locations to choose from.

Because of the high visibility for this study, auditors must be professional and etail oriented.

To conduct this test, auditors will be asked to test everal credit card readers at each location by making a very small purchase.

Each audit, except for those conducted at movie theaters, pays $10 each.

All purchases are reimbursed.

Interested auditors will be asked to apply for this type of credit card. Please contact Insula Research, for more information.

Delivery Truck Audits

Another on-going study that Insula Research conducts is an audit of

delivery trucks.

The audit consists of taking temperatures of boxes of food as they are being delivered to the restaurant.

Most deliveries occur between the hours of 11:30 am to 1:30 pm.

A temperature probe (which retails at $15), as well as a digital camera,

is needed to conduct the audit.

Auditors normally conduct between 5-8 audits per quarter.

Because auditors are responsible for determining which restaurant the truck will be delivering supplies to and when, it requires a high level of organization.

The base price for each audit is $50; if an auditor completes and submits his/her audits on time, a $25 per audit bonus is awarded at the end of the quarter.

Please contact Insula Research, for more information.

Price Audits

Starting in February, Insula Research will be completing thousands of

Price Audits at various fast-food restaurants.

At each restaurant, audits will record the prices of targeted items by referring to the indoor and/or drive-thru menu board.

The hours of operation and information about the site will also be recorded.

A digital camera is needed in order to take approximately 4-6 pictures.

Each audit takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. Base pay for each audit is $8 + $1 for submitting a clean report and $1 for purchase reimbursement.

Certain restaurants must be visited twice in order to obtain the prices for breakfast items; the base pay for those audits is $13 + $1 for a clean report + $1 purchase reimbursement.

Restaurants are generally grouped together in groups of three, so we’re looking for auditors who are willing to take an entire cluster.

Emails will be sent out to shoppers in our database when the study is ready to launch.

If you are interested in being contacted, sign up to be a shopper at www.insularesearch.com.

Drive-Thru Time Study

Starting this Spring, Insula Research will conduct its annual

Drive-Thru Time Study at various fast-food restaurants. For this

research, auditors make a purchase through the drive-thru, timing the

process along the way. Auditors will also record information about

the signage, appearance and equipment at the location, as well as

observe and time another vehicle in line. Pay for each audit is $10.

Emails will be sent out to shoppers in our database when the study is

ready to launch, so if you’re interested in being included, sign up to

be a shopper at Insula Research,

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The above assignment ‘Shops’ normally and regularly available are only a sample of a few…

There are litterally thousands upon thousands of Mystery Shoppers needed to complete the many evaluations and audits required.

You should look upon this type of work and the company offering the contracting assignments as very important to the structure and consumer services of businesses and customers alike.

You will find this type of work can lead to being scheduled often (daily) and with many assignments.

It is possible to earn more than you would imagine from a part-time contracting position such as this.

Additionally, you should consider the reimbursements you will be provided.

Many benefits derive from being a part of Mystery Shopping.

You also will receive a great many gifts and bonuses that may be included with the ‘Shop’.

To be Continued….. Make sure to visit here often to receive your info.

Kindest Regards, B. Robert