1.
Know your company: Mystery shopping scams are huge on the internet.
Do the necessary research to find out as much as you can about the company you wish to apply for.
2.
The Application: The application may be lengthy or my even be accompanied with a test.
It is very important that you read all information, paying close attention is a strong part of being a mystery shopper.
And accuracy determines where and what types of shops you will become eligible for.
3.
Picking an Assignment: Choosing assignments is a rather easy task.
Make sure your home office is set up to complete the assignments you apply for.
Also make sure you the shopper are what they are looking for to complete the shops.
Too much time can be wasted at the office denying unqualified shoppers.
So again pay attention to detail of shop requirements.
4.
Filling out Report: The actual typed report is what determines your worth as a shopper.
All reports must be detailed descriptive and turned in on time.
Failure to do any of the following may result in lose of pay.
Remember you are the eyes and ears for the companies you shop for.
You need to paint a picture of your shops to the receiver of your shop.
5.
Getting Paid.
This is the part we all like.
Getting paid by a reputable company shouldn't be a problem.
Here are a few ways companies pay.
Reimbursement of product plus pay, pay per assignment, reimbursement only.
There are a few others but these are the usual methods.
TIPS: Know your company Keep good records If the mystery shop company you are applying for promises results that sound too good to be true, it probably is.