271260 149 Careers & Education Retail Careers true Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:12:08 -0700 becoming, mystery, shopper, store, retail, job, employment, working, paid, salary, product, service How To Become a Mystery Shopper http://www.howcast.com/videos/271260-How-To-Become-a-Mystery-Shopper http://www.howcast.com/videos/271260-How-To-Become-a-Mystery-Shopper/edit approved 0 Hilary_White http://img.howcast.com/images/icons/howto-xxlarge.png 24 101589 1 0 Step Have the right equipment Ensure you have a computer with internet access, as most companies require filing reports online. Also have reliable transportation for visiting businesses in person.

]]> 101590 2 0 Step Register online Register online with multiple companies that hire shoppers. These can be found with simple keyword searches.

]]> 101591 3 0 Tip Scams are common. Never pay to work for a company or deal with one that asks you to cash a check in advance of the job and wire money back.

]]> 101592 4 0 Step Carefully apply Fill out online applications carefully, as they are evaluated for spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Most assignments involve submitting written reports.

]]> 101593 5 0 Tip Some companies may have you submit a practice write-up before you’re hired.

]]> 101594 6 0 Step Consider jobs carefully Consider job criteria carefully, including travel distance and deadlines. If you miss a deadline, you may not get another job from that company.

]]> 101595 7 0 Tip Most jobs pay between eight and 30 dollars. If the job pays much more, be wary – it cold be a scam.

]]> 101596 8 0 Step Consolidate and organize Consolidate several trips in the same area at around the same time to avoid wasting time and gas. Keep track of all your jobs in a journal or log and include all pertinent details.

]]> 101597 9 0 Step Blend in Pose as a customer, blending in with your clothing and mannerisms, and take notes in the bathroom or in your car. If you have to make a purchase, save receipts.

]]> 101598 10 0 Step Evaluate Fill out the evaluation form and scan or fax any receipts to be reimbursed by the mystery shopping company. Then go out and find your next job.

]]> 101599 11 0 Fact Did you know? U.S. retail and food services sales were an estimated $340 billion in May 2009.

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