I don’t usually toot my own horn, (well, that loudly anyway) but I kicked ass the other day. I prefer having specific shop days…I don’t like doing one shop on Monday, two on Tuesday, one on Wednesday, etc. I much prefer scheduling a whole bunch in one day and just getting them done and out…
Category Archives: Mystery Shopping
What is an Apartment Shop?
Buzzy, I heard that apartment buildings get shopped. Is that true? Would I actually have to rent an apartment? That just seems weird, plus I don’t have the best credit, so I would probably be denied anyway. I don’t really understand how they would work. -Agonized over Apartments Dear AA, Apartment shops are actually my…
How do I know if it’s a Real Mystery Shopping Company or a Scam?
Hi Queen! I’ve just started with Mystery Shopping, and I still can’t seem to tell a real company from a scam artist. I called on an ad in the newspaper, and they wanted me to pay them $75 to be a mystery shopper! What’s up with that? -No fee Shopper I cannot say this enough,…
Is This Assignment Worth My Time?
“Hi Buzzy! I recently received an email from a company for this assignment: Mystery Shoppers are needed in the NEW YORK cities listed below for BANK SHOPS. Payment is $20 and requires an inquiry for a new checking or savings account. Shops may NOT be done on Saturday, or after 5pm. Assignments are due before…
Organizing Assignments
Dear Buzzy, I am now signed on with 15 companies, and I’m feeling SO overwhelmed with keeping everything together. How on earth do you manage? -Dazed Diana Don’t worry Diana, you too can become a type-A, organized shopping machine. I actually have a pretty simple system that I’ve honed over the years: 1) File…
Writing Tips for Mystery Shopping Reports
Dear Queen Buzzy, I hated English class in high school, and don’t think I can write that well. How on earth can I improve my writing so I can get more assignments? -Hemmingway I’m Not Don’t worry…Mystery Shopping companies are not looking for the next great American novel for their reports. Stick to the facts,…
Do I Need a Separate Email Address?
Hey Buzz, (love your name, btw!) I just started MS-ing…got your training program…love it! And I was wondering if I really need a separate email address to do mystery shopping with. I already have so many, it just seems like a hassle! -Emailing Ernie Hi Ernie (love your name too!) Y’know, it’s totally up to…
Who Shops Walt Disney Cruise Lines?
Hey Buzz, Can you tell me who shops Walt Disney Cruise Lines? I’m also interested in doing Panera, or Shell Gas Stations…I can’t seem to find out who shops these companies, and I don’t want to waste any more time! -Eager to Shop I would tell you if I could…but this is the cardinal sin…
What is a Retail Shop?
Hey Buzz, What is a retail shop? Do you have to buy something? Do you have to spend your money, or will they give you some? Are you supposed to keep the merchandise or send it to the company? -Retail Rachel Hi Rachel! Retail shops vary by company and assignment. Here are the main points…
Compliance Issues for Mystery Shopping
Hello Queen Buzzy! What are “Compliance Issues?” I’ve heard the term, but I can’t figure out what they are! -Compliance Crazy Carrie Hi Carrie, Compliance Issue shops are those that deal making sure businesses are compliant with the law or store policies. Mostly you’ll see these in cigarette and liquor purchases. People who are underage…
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