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I would just like to write a review on Mystery Shopping, having been on both the receiving end whilst working in a shop and the giving end (or whatsoever else the term for it is!) for a major... more

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  • 259 of 259 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    LostWitness

    3 Stars Is It REALLY a Mystery? [2005 Update] Diamond review 14/03/2004
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Opportunity for additional income, freebies, flexibility

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Low rates of pay, often very dull assignments, huge number of agencies to work for

    In an increasingly competitive market place, most businesses are finding it more and more important to offer outstanding service, value and quality. That doesn't just apply to retailers. Any thriving business that wants to maintain a strong position in the market will want to know how it is performing from a customer perspective. This is not something that can be established through normal day-to-day business. To get a true perspective on the customer experience for your brand, you have to ask real customers. If you want to test certain parts of your business, or get more specific details then ... more
  • 99 of 99 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 7 christina44

    Member since 23/11/2002

    Reviews written: 188

    5 Stars Myths & Mysteries- Mystery Shopping with Chrissie Diamond review 10/03/2006
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Lots of perks. Flexible hours. You can choose.

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Can be hard work for low pay. Steady income not guaranteed.

    I saw mystery Shopping in the cafe, and thought I would like to join in. So I'm wading in right now in the deep end and see what comes out of my mouth! Are you ready to keep a secret?! 1. Where do you work? All over the place and I love it! This is the best thing about Mystery shopping -it can be anywhere and everywhere. Flexible hours you can choose what you want to do,and best of all-fit it around an existing commitment,scedule job etc. An extreme (and I have to say,rare! example!), might be on a plane to Spain for the day, testing a certain budget airline or an overnight stay in a 5 star ... more
  • 109 of 111 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Malibu_jenny

    4 Stars *@* FAKE Shopping, REAL money! *@* Diamond review 20/02/2007
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Shop and get paid for it.

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Rules, regulations and uncomfortable espionage.

    After reading some great Grassroots reviews on this site, I thought I'd join up. So easily led, heh? How do you imagine Mystery Shopping if you've never done it? In my mind, I flounced through the streets of the West End in a fur coat, a little light snow drifting down. Brightly lit shop windows glistened with goodies and I was carrying several sturdy bags (the kind you get from expensive shops) and probably even a hat box. The doorman at Harrods held the door and assistants rushed to greet me, bringing all I could ever want. Everyone fell at my feet in the attempt to gain my affection and to ... more
  • 158 of 158 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Flissy

    5 Stars Show me the shopping....... Diamond review 08/01/2004
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages A little money, a lot of fun and some nice freebies

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Work can be sparce and it won't make you millions

    I have thought about doing an opinion on this subject for a long time. I have been scared off a bit because I have so much to say and I want to make sure I say it in the right way and that I don’t miss anything out. So here goes. What is Mystery Shopping? Let me first explain that I am a mother of two young children and I do mystery shopping assignments between school runs, housework and school holidays. If you think that you can give up your job to earn millions then this is not for you. I know a lot of people who do this work as a supplement to a full time job and others that do it like me ... more
  • 232 of 232 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Squiggles

    5 Stars Squiggles Guide to Mystery Shopping 09/06/2003
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Fun and varied assignments, extra income

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Sometimes poorly paid, hard work, stressful

    If you fancy earning yourself a little extra cash and have a bit of spare time to play with, Mystery Shopping could be the answer for you. It's fun; rewarding, not too time consuming and assignments are varied and interesting. So what exactly is Mystery Shopping? Do you really get paid to shop? It's not as simple as being paid to do your weekly shopping, if only! You're normally asked to complete an assignment at a specified store, or restaurant, or hotel and to act out a scenario whilst posing as a normal customer. The job involves assessing staff performance, customer service and store ... more

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  • Alfien 3/7/2010 10:37:44

    Have you tried these guy's, Consumer Itnelligence www.myconsumerintel.co.uk

    http://www.myconsumerintel.co.uk/account.aspx?t=X&r=af72020b-5c92-43e5-b288 -ffce43b0e15c

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