Comments on: How could a mystery shopping book help you?

By: hannah

hannah — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 18:33:52 +0000

they should write about how to complain about an obnoxious reviewer, scheduler etc. or how to get back at them. especially when they are having a bad day, that is not an excuse. also, they should make all requirements uniform, not haphazard and random.

By: Toni

Toni — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 05:47:41 +0000

A person once told me to “keep it simple particularly, when you are training or teaching,or learning.” I believe this statement is important,for mystery shopping companies to enforce.Companies should provide shoppers,with a clear, simple explanation of the job requirements/duties. Or all companies have a meeting to work together,to provide a simple universal reference book. This book would contains a clear written synopsis of all mystery shopping jobs,expectations,telephone emergency no.contacts.Something that would be a win win situation for us all.This book may reduce possible false statements made,save time on questions and answers, all would be listed.”The written word is the final word.” There should be fewer disputes or dalays.
Considering the tedious tasks and time that shoppers experience through preparing for shops,understanding assignments,often times may be overwhelming or may be confusing. Along with shoppers anticipation in working their assignments,traveling,paper work and having other responsibilities.And with a universal reference book companies possible could save in costs for business expenses on:supplies,phone calls,working hours,etc.and with their savings perhaps shopper’s could receive an increase in pay.
Unfortunely,the companie’s job demands/responsibilites does not equal the shopper’s outcome…pay. The companie’s job expectations are extreme and should reflect higher wages.

By: Deb

Deb — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:43:57 +0000

Record mileage before you leave for a shop, set the odometer to 0 and record the distance travelled in a little book, with the name of the shop, the date and time of day. I always keep this book in the car. Postage used for reports and to run your business is another item. A percentage of your house expenses ( check with a tax accountant ) since you are running your business from your home. Car expensses, etc. as well. Keep ALL receipts. Label them according to the shop it is for, and let the accountant figure out which nones he can use. You can’t keep too many receipts! There may be more advantages for you if you register a “Name” for your business too. The minimal investment is really worth it!

By: Debra

Debra — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 13:54:21 +0000

What can be written off on taxes.