Most mystery shopping companies will ask you to provide a writing sample as part of the application process. The writing sample is important because it gives them a lot of information about your abilities.
The obvious thing they get from a writing sample is that they can see if you have a good command of the language. Mystery shoppers need very good spelling, grammar and punctuation skills. They need to be able to construct sentences that make sense and communicate ideas clearly. Your writing sample lets them know if you have the writing skills they are looking for.
But there is something else they get from your writing sample. It shows your mindset and skills as a mystery shopper. Continue Reading
Question from a mystery shopper:
One of the questions I get asked most often is about how to find local mystery shopper jobs. Here are some tips on finding opportunities all around you.
Note: I am not an attorney and this should not be considered legal advice.
Each time you apply to a mystery shopping company, you fill out a shopper profile. The profile includes your contact information, demographic information about you (e.g., birthdate, gender, marital status, etc.) as well as specific things the mystery shopping company needs to match you to client requirements. These questions might include the ages of your children, if you own a digital camera or voice recorder, if you wear glasses, etc. Of course, MSPA member companies will want to know your MSPA certification status.
I hear from a lot of people who want to become mystery shoppers, but say they do not know how to find secret shopper companies that do not charge.
Lots of people are looking for work these days. If you are unemployed and looking for a job, or thinking about changing jobs, you need a good resume. Should you include your mystery shopping work on a resume? And if so, how should you list mystery shopper jobs?
Question from a secret shopper:
I have a list of 150 legitimate