FAQ

1) What is a Mystery Shopper? What is a Mystery Shopper? What is a Mystery Shopper?
2) Why Would Anyone Pay Me to Shop?
3) What Kind of Businesses Use Mystery Shoppers?
4) What Does A Mystery Shopper Do?
5) What Qualifications Do I Need to Become a Mystery Shopper?
6) Why the 'Mystery'?
7) Can I Really Make Money Shopping?
8) Are There Mystery Shoppers in My Area?
9) Do I Have to Shop According to Someone Else's Schedule?
10) How Will I Get Paid?
11) Why Do I Need PaidForShopping.com?
12) How many hours can I expect to receive?
13) Is This Available Where I Live?
14) How long will I have to complete an assignment?
15) What kind of work is involved in an assignment?
16) How will I get paid for the work that I do?
17) How will I learn to be a Mystery Shopper?
18) How long does it take to start work?
19) Can I refuse an assignment?
20) Do you offer an affiliate program?

Q: Why Would Anyone Pay Me to Shop?

A: Businesses use Mystery Shoppers to gain valuable insight and information on the way their branches, franchises or satellite stores operate. They are willing to pay for this information as it helps them to identify areas of their business that need improvement.

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Q: What Kind of Businesses Use Mystery Shoppers?

A: Just about any business you can think of! Car dealers; movie theaters; restaurants; department stores; cruise lines; golf courses; retail stores... any business with customers can use Mystery Shoppers to get feedback about the cleanliness of their store, level of customer service, etc.

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Q: What Does A Mystery Shopper Do?

A: Each assignment comes with instructions and a form that is to be completed and returned to the hiring company. The Mystery Shopper simply goes shopping and completes the form.

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Q: What Qualifications Do I Need to Become a Mystery Shopper?

A: All of the information you need to get your Mystery Shopping career started is contained in one helpful guide, "Mystery Shopper Plus 2006".

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Q: Why the 'Mystery'?

A: To protect the integrity of the information being collected, it is important that store staff do not recognize the Mystery Shopper. The hiring company wants the perspective of a customer who is being treated the same as any other.

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Q: Can I Really Make Money Shopping?

A: Yes! You can also earn valuable merchandise... for free! Businesses are willing to pay you for your time as well as reward you with food items, clothing, jewelry and more.

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Q: Are There Mystery Shoppers in My Area?

A: Companies across the country use Mystery Shoppers. It is a tried and true method that businesses use to collect information about the way they operate from a customer's perspective.

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Q: Do I Have to Shop According to Someone Else's Schedule?

A: No, you decide which assignments you will take and when you will complete them. Companies will set a deadline for their shopping assignment; you simply complete the shop and return their form before the deadline.

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Q: How Will I Get Paid?

A: As a Mystery Shopper, you will be performing assignments for established, reputable companies. You will have a contract with the company that will indicate the date you will receive your paycheck.

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Q: Why Do I Need PaidForShopping.com?

A: PaidForShopping.com gives you instant access to 600 legitimate Mystery Shopping companies. Simply choose the ones you wish to work with and apply!

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Q: How many hours can I expect to receive?

A: Some shoppers work as little as a few hours a month while others work as much as 10 - 15 hours every week. Keep in mind, you can work your own hours and you may also work for as many companies as you wish. The amount of hours you will receive is based on several things such as the amount of work available in your area, the number of shoppers in your area, your past experience on Mystery Shopper assignments

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Q: Is This Available Where I Live?

A: This program is available to the following regions: Australia, Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, Puerto Rico, Europe, Mexico, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Japan, Guam, Philippines, France, Virgin Islands, and Jamaica!

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Q: How long will I have to complete an assignment?

A: It all depends on the company and the assignment. Remember, you will be working as an individual contractor therefore each assignment is unique in itself. Some assignments are wide open as far as time, while others require immediate attention. Most companies would like you to submit the job he same day it is completed

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Q: What kind of work is involved in an assignment?

A: First you can select a specific assignment. You will then receive a briefing on the assignment at hand. You will then complete the assignment audit either on the site or via telephone or fax. Some companies even let you submit online

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Q: How will I get paid for the work that I do?

A: You will be paid each month by a payroll company. You can choose the money to be directly deposited into your checking account or have the check mailed. You will be paid once per month and any reimbursements for your expenses will be included in the payment.

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Q: How will I learn to be a Mystery Shopper?

A: Any training that is necessary is provided by most companies for each Mystery Shopper.

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Q: How long does it take to start work?

A: Most shoppers can start immediately. You may have to wait if your area does not have a high volume of work. Remember, there are nearly 200 companies to apply to. This will most likely keep you pretty busy if you wish.

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Q: Can I refuse an assignment?

A: Yes you can. You can choose assignments based upon your interests.

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Q: Do you offer an affiliate program?

A: Yes.  For more information click here.

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