By Charles Wood


While some people dread the shopping process, there are a select group of individuals who are very meticulous when they are buying products. The latter group may be great at finding discounts, interacting with sales staff or taking advantage of deals they have just learned about. People with these types of characteristics would be great at shopping to make money and possibly receive free items.

This line of work is growing in popularity for a number of reasons. Mostly because executives and shareholders want to know how everyday operations work. Although some may see mystery shopping as spying, the ability to tell the truth and be objective are key traits that marketing companies look for.

This works for students, freelancers, those unable to work a traditional job or are between regular employment. The ideal candidate should be mobile, have a good memory, as well as the ability to pick up on small details. Details can play a large role in report findings so that management will know what kind of action to take.

For instance, a person is at a fast food restaurant placing a small order. They realize that it is taking longer than usual but may notice things like the person that was ahead of them with a large order or the small staff. Other factors like time and date are indicators of whether management should hire extra staff or provide current staff with additional training.

Some people enjoy doing food shops for the obvious reason but these can be tricky if the shop is done when the location is extremely busy. As there may be a script to adhere to, new shoppers may forget a pertinent question or fail to include details. A possible solution may be to perform the shop again if time allows.

It is also important to remain focused at all times. Beginning shoppers normally start small so they can get the hang of noting details while keeping track of time. When the environment to be surveyed is busy or the unexpected occurs, it is easy to get sidetracked.

Another good tip is to never rock the boat. If a member of sales is not communicating appropriately, it is best to remain calm until the transaction is completed. Even if a person suspects that an individual is a mystery shopper, sticking to script until the visit is complete will make everyone happy.

While this line of work may appear to be easy, the best way to capitalize is to join online member groups or earn a certification. Holding a gold certification can make a big difference for the experienced shopper but there are some conditions to consider. Firstly, assignments will require more details, as some shops may last for several hours. There are even a few clients that may require shoppers to make return trips or stay somewhere overnight.

One last note is to start small. Fast food shops or nonpurchase shops are good for learning how to write reports. While the pay may be low, it is a great way to work up to larger shops that take longer to complete.




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I am passionate about educating university students about money and careers, and have been doing so since 2007. I see the same confusion and mistakes being replicated every year. The way I help is through Save the Student. I'm always on the look out for new contributors, so get in touch if you're wanting to get involved! Aside from the site, my main interests are travelling, writing, photography, webdesign, sailing, football and cycling.

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