TrendSource / MSI Mystery Shopping
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247 Discussions
What is the actual deal with TrendSource
November 30, 2023
I get, without exaggeration, at least 3 emails, 1 text and 1 voicemail a day from them asking me if I'd like to do shops "in my area" that are hours and hours away. They seem to think an $8 Property Condition Project located 195 miles away is "in my... Continue Reading
First Trend Source inspection today
March 22, 2023
Going outside of my comfort zone today with a quick, vacant (hopefully) property inspection today. I have been signed up with them for awhile but they never have good fees so I pretty much got into the habit of ignoring them. But an email and text came to... Continue Reading
Trendsource - The Source
January 06, 2023
I can't bring up anything on them with the search, just wondering what people think and do you work for them often? I used to and am getting back to it - I really like the property / biz audits.... Continue Reading
Trendsource shops?
December 08, 2022
I think I have completed 2 Trendsource shops in 10+ years. I just so happened to login just to see what clients they might have here in SoCal. I'm seeing what I feel are crap shops. Many I-9 certification shops. On the first page, I saw this... Continue Reading
Using the Trend Source app. Keeps erasing data/
April 08, 2022
I did a repo shop for Trend Source. Half way through the shop I hit to save the data. I then noticed it erased half the data I entered. It's only on these shops. Has anyone had issues of apps not saving data? I had to enter the data again... Continue Reading
Does anyone know what company is doing the shops for XXXXX? Trendsource lost the contract.
January 28, 2022
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Trendsource is really irritating me
November 16, 2021
Just got an email from them regarding a grocery store shop that I scheduled weeks ago. The shop was scheduled for this Saturday. Their email states that they have to reschedule it because they cannot have two location shops within 3 days of each other. So irritated right now,... Continue Reading
Trendsource AGAIN
November 11, 2021
So here is a new one. I did a shop for them on Tuesday (completed at 5:45 pm) when you complete the shop there is a message that says watch your email for the next 24 hours in case they have questions. This morning when I woke up at 8... Continue Reading
Trendsource App
October 15, 2021
What’s up with the app? Does it work because it doesn’t for me. I hit the submit button and “nothing”. I have an IPhone so is Safari or the other web browsers better?... Continue Reading
Trendsource Scheduling
October 14, 2021
Does anyone know what is going on with Trendsource? First off my regular scheduler got moved to another project. I hate when they do this. She always gave me jobs that were out of town but easy to do after work with nice PAD. Then they just stopped altogether and... Continue Reading
Does Trendsource have its own version of "Samantha" called "Lisa"??
September 04, 2021
Got several Trendsource texts on my phone today from someone or something named Lisa. The texts were asking if I would be interested in an assignment "near me". The only thing was, the "near me" location was a 4 hour drive away--one way!! So I replied to the text letting... Continue Reading
Trend Source App
August 05, 2021
When I do OSIs, I get a bitmap error when I take pictures through the app. I have to use my camera and then upload. Does anyone know what that means?... Continue Reading
Does Trendsource still do onsite inspection?
July 15, 2021
Does The Source (a.k.a. Trendsource) still do onsite inspections? I did many of them years ago and was hoping to get started again. I have not seen any solicitations in a while. Of course, I would need a new background check.... Continue Reading
The Source (Trendsource) Reshop Issue
June 07, 2021
I completed a grocery store yesterday and under my shop history it shows "Reshop" under Issues. However there is no other info on what could be the problem. I also received an email last night asking me to confirm a request to shop the same location in the next few... Continue Reading
Trendsource contacting me for shops two hours away
May 26, 2021
The schedulers at Trendsource don't seem to understand geography. They keep contacting me for business inspections that are nearly two hours from my house. Do they actually think I'll do it for a $10 PAD fee?... Continue Reading
TrendSource
January 12, 2021
Cancelled my ICA with TrendSource about a year ago for ethics related issue. Get a call from Dru, wants me to do some grocery shops in my community. Used to do them like clockwork. I told him wasn't keen in working with his company. So I said I would re up and... Continue Reading
TrendSource Reporting Changes
December 30, 2020
I just received an email that grocery store shops must be reported within two hours of the end of the shop - preferably onsite. I'm not sure I like this change. I usually write down notes and then report on the website when I get home. I don't like typing... Continue Reading
Trendsource groceries ended?
September 28, 2020
Hey all— I’m wondering if the gigantic Trendsource grocery program ended, or if it’s just in my area? I’m not seeing any of them within 75 miles, just the “bother the electronics rep” and insurance shops. These were very, very good to me... although I noticed they were getting really uncharacteristically... Continue Reading
Trendsource sent me big cashier check
September 10, 2020
Instructions are to buy four $500 credit cards. I am wondering if this is some kind of scam. I have been instructed to call them the day i do survey.... Continue Reading
Trendsource Pricing Games
August 25, 2020
Hey all — Has anyone noticed that Trendsource is playing major pricing games with their grocery shops? I’m just insanely frustrated right now — I basically thought I’d “paid my dues” years ago — it got to the point where schedulers knew my rates, and texted in shops when they were... Continue Reading
What's Up with TrendSource?
February 28, 2020
I loved working for them until today. I am assuming that my wonderful scheduler is no longer there, and I am not offered anymore grocery shops. Besides that, I was offered an out-of-town shop with a generous PAD; but my availability doesn't jive with their date. Instead of a personal... Continue Reading
Anyone else having checkin problems with Trendsource's "The Source" mobile app?
February 28, 2020
I keep running into errors where the app doesn't let me checkin to locations. I've spoken with other agents and they have said the same has happened to them going back several years. It's like Trendsource doesn't put time/money/effort into making the app better. Pretty annoying, especially when... Continue Reading
TrendSource: Job Listing Pay
February 21, 2020
Is there any way to sort or view the listings on The Source’s job board to see which jobs are bonuses without opening the individual shops? There are countless open shops in my and I know that at least one has a PAD attached. Locating others is... brutal.... Continue Reading
TrendSource 'Drive-by' Inspections
December 20, 2019
So finally accepted one of these because 'drive-by' sounds like you might snap a pic or two and be done. NOPE! Now that I can see the form I don't think I am qualified to answer the questions of construction quality or neighborhood quality. I don't... Continue Reading
Trendsource OnSite Inspection Supplemental Independent Contractor Agreement
December 19, 2019
Sounds like IC can opt out of arbitration. Am I reading that correctly.... Continue Reading
Sinclair vs Trendsource?
October 29, 2019
Hi all, Im just curious..both of these companies have similar jobs that are essentially the same mystery shop....I'm trying to decide which one to go with..not sure I can double dip for the same locations. How do they compare report wise and payment wise...that is pretty much the deciding... Continue Reading
Why does Trend source wait until the last hour of the due date to approve a shop?
October 10, 2019
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Trend Source question
September 14, 2019
Hey all, Im curious how many shops you can shop per day for them. In this case its the same company same city but all different locations in one city. Here is an example in case the question is confusing..I will use Shopko since I dont think Shopko... Continue Reading
Trend Source (AKA The Source) BEWARE!
September 07, 2019
I recently did grocery store shops for this company and the company is refusing to pay me because they say the answers that I received from store employees are too similar among the different stores I visited. The shopper is given a choice of four different questions to choose... Continue Reading
Trend Source
August 08, 2019
I did an Onsite Inspection today; the first one in a few years. I was able to do the entire report from the app. I liked that! I have two more scheduled.... Continue Reading
Trendsource - I need technical help.
August 07, 2019
I use the mobile app a lot. I have never been able to get the Mobile Checkin to work, but have never really worried bout it. I just accepted a shop that says Mobile Checkin is mandatory. I've tried everything I know but it still does not work.... Continue Reading
TRENDSOURCE: New msc website please
July 30, 2019
What is the new web address for Trendsource or whatever it is now called please?? Thanks Much... Continue Reading
TrendSource
June 20, 2019
Does anybody work for Trend Source and did you receive your pay today?... Continue Reading
Have you had a Trend Source (The Source Agent) reject one of your jobs?
June 15, 2019
I just had one rejected because I took too long to finish the job. It’s a shame because it was one of my best grocery checkout jobs. I went way out of my way to tell them about an incident (positive) which occurred after checkout. Here’s what... Continue Reading
TrendSource PAD Requests
May 28, 2019
Is anybody successful getting a reasonable PAD request approved by TS for their business inspections? I've been doing them for a couple of months, when they are close to where I live or happen to go frequently, & they've contacted me several times to "help them out" on some that... Continue Reading
TrendSource Job Postings Schedule?
May 16, 2019
Does anyone know if TrendSource has a set time they post available assignments i.e. 9am, 12pm, 5pm or are available assignments randomly posted throughout the day?... Continue Reading
Trend Source is also a debt collection agency?
April 19, 2019
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Cutting Trend Source from my list of companies to work for.
March 21, 2019
I'm finding Trend Source to be one of the lowest paying MSC. I'm cutting them off of my list of shops. They e-mailed me and asked if I would do a local shop they needed done today. I asked for a bonus and they said "No". I did a Medicare... Continue Reading
Fewer Grocery Shops from Trend Source This Year?
February 13, 2019
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The Source / TrendSource email notification issues
February 07, 2019
Prior to 2019, I received notifications of available shops multiple times a day via email. Since Jan 2019 I have not received any emails with the available shops. I have double checked my email address, double checked their address didn’t get marked spam and have contacted them to let them... Continue Reading
Trendsource/ MSI sign-up?
January 10, 2019
I am new to Mystery Shopping and am trying to sign up for Trendsource/ MSI mystery shopping but cannot find the correct place to sign up. I am worried about scams so I am being extra cautious. I am confused because there are so many names involved- Trendsource/ MSI/ The... Continue Reading
No texts from Trendsource?
December 07, 2018
I have been shopping with Trendsource a few times a week for the past six months. After doing ten or so shops I started consistently getting text messages from schedulers 2-3 times a week offering PAD for some of the less desirable locations, some I took and some I didn’t... Continue Reading
Trendsource Healthcare Informal events
November 29, 2018
Are these shops worth $21? I have done these for other companies and the reports are simple and easy but the instructions for Trendsource read "45 minutes input time". Any help GREATLY appreciated TIA!!!... Continue Reading
TrendSource
November 05, 2018
I’m fairly new, started last May. Been working with the same 4 companies most paying decent and paying out quickly except one company . Anyways I’ve been a nurse for 25 years and I know how facility’s work, what’s accepted in having outside companies coming into their facility. I went for TrendSource... Continue Reading
Trendsource
September 19, 2018
How is it performing shop for Trendsource? Are they a decent company?... Continue Reading
Arturo at TrendSource
September 15, 2018
I just want to give a major shout-out to Arturo at TrendSource. When I was hospitalized and unable to access my computer, he patiently took my inspection answers over the phone--even when I had to call back a couple of times because people came to examine me! He remained cheerful... Continue Reading
Did Trendsource lose their restaurant client?
September 03, 2018
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Trend source shopper requirements?
August 15, 2018
I applied for Trend source yesterday...got an email stating to upload a headshot and do a background check. The check will come back clean, but was wondering if the shops they offer are worth it and can you give me a general idea what they mostly shop..ie groceries,banks, dealerships... Continue Reading
Trendsource: EIN vs SSN
July 10, 2018
Hi folks, I didn't see this addressed after performing a search, so I hope I didn't miss something. I'm nearing the $500 mark on non-reimbursable payments from Trendsource for this year, so I'm getting e-mails telling me I need to give them an EIN, *not* an SSN. From their website: "The Source... Continue Reading
Trendsource: very annoying sending individual emails for every location in my area
April 05, 2018
Ok, I am fixing this. Trendsource keeps sending out an individual email for each individual location for the same client. Instead of working on a reasonable fee they just SPAM us. To make it worse, they sent a new batch again just several hours later.... Continue Reading
Is there are any one who works at TrendSource?
March 14, 2018
Delete. Found one.... Continue Reading
Beware of Scheduler Dru at The Source (Trendsource)
February 27, 2018
I have completed jobs for Trendsource for over two years now. I have always followed through on every job I have taken. I shop a hard to fill location for them; many times at the last minute. I was assigned a project by a scheduler named Dru for Thursday. It... Continue Reading
TrendSource Login
February 27, 2018
Is anyone else having problems logging in to The Source? I can't get on with my computer or through the mobile app. It keeps timing out and says there's a server problem and I need to confirm acceptance of a project before it drops off my list.... Continue Reading
Has any one done the revealed digital photo audit for trendsource?
February 06, 2018
15~20 photos at a restraunt. For $10 plus the $30 I requested for travel pay. Has anyone done these?... Continue Reading
Trendsource Medicare insurance shop question
November 02, 2017
I have done two of these shops so far, and have two more to complete. Each is for a different broker. When I arrived at the second shop on Tuesday there were three people in the room. Two of them were from the brokerage. The third was a... Continue Reading
Trendsource Inspections
September 22, 2017
My husband thinks this work deals with "shady people." Those are his words, not mine. Is this work dangerous? Would you recommend it or not, and why?... Continue Reading
Not confirming being the backup Trend Source
September 19, 2017
I was the backup for an assignment where I was available for the original days but now they've offered the job to me and I'm no longer available until after the 26th. Trend Source sent me an email to confirm the shop but do I need to do something to... Continue Reading
how are the trendsource pricing audits?
August 31, 2017
anyone done these? 50-75 items, and the pay is only $6-$9. fee is horrible, am I wrong? how much could I get away with asking for in PAD?... Continue Reading
What kinds of comments to write for Trendsource grocery store "general attentiveness" question
August 05, 2017
I never know what Trendsource wants for the answer regarding general attentiveness of associates. Do they want a subjective comment or something more objective (i.e., approximately half of all associates made a verbal acknowledgement)?... Continue Reading
Trend Source and Their Insulting Grocery Shop Offers
July 31, 2017
I frequently get requests from Trend Source asking me to shop a certain super market for a whopping $5 payment plus $9 reimbursement. They call it a $14 payment grocery and always try to convince me that the reimbursement should be considered part of the payment and that it... Continue Reading
Liz Lara from Trend Source...RESOLVED!
June 22, 2017
I have been signed up with Trend Source for a while now but have never completed any shops for them, just nothing in my area that stood out as great pay/worthwhile for me. I got a call on Monday the 19th from someone named Liz asking me to go take... Continue Reading
Question about Trend Source Scheduling
June 20, 2017
Hey guys - Just started doing shops for them. Grocery ones. I'm relatively new to The Source. I know it's a love/hate thing with forum members here. Some think they are one of the best and others hate their shops. :D I'm not sure how I... Continue Reading
Acclimating to TrendSource
June 16, 2017
So... I am just getting going with Trendsource... I've logged into their site and they literally have hundreds of shops in my immediate area. Of course, most are advertised with payment that would amount to something less than minimum wage - and that's both before I account for travel time... Continue Reading
Trendsource
May 25, 2017
Has any one worked for Trendsource and what did you think?... Continue Reading
Biggest bonus (PAD) you've been granted from Trendsource?
May 07, 2017
I see ridiculously small suggested PAD amounts in Trendsource's emails for shops they are having trouble filling. It's generally a measly $3 or so more they say is pre-authorized. Do they ever throw out real money?... Continue Reading
Requirements for TrendSource's "Premiere Network" member?
April 02, 2017
Anyone here know what the criteria is that one must meet to be deemed eligible to be a Premiere Network member for TrendSource? The TrendSource website states, "Upon completing certain pre-defined criteria to enter the Premier Network, you will be prompted to take the PN Quiz." I'm wondering... Continue Reading
Is the Trendsource grocery store client able to identify me as the shopper?
April 01, 2017
So... I shopped the grocery store where I generally do my everyday shopping. Unfortunately, I had a terrible experience and reported it objectively. I used my store card when I shopped. You know.. the one that is scanned to receive the store's discount prices. Moreover, I... Continue Reading
Trouble logging into Sentry and TrendSource today
March 14, 2017
Is it me? I'm not able to log into either Sentry or TrendSource today. With regard to Sentry, when I hit the "login" button, nothing happens. And when trying to log in to TrendSource, it says it's an invalid username or password. Uh? I then... Continue Reading
For TrendSource (The Source) shops, is a backup shopper THE backup shopper?
March 11, 2017
If a TrendSource shop has already been assigned and another person requests to be the backup, if the backup offer is accepted by TrendSource, is that person then THE backup? In other words, does TrendSource accept backup offers from several different people and then will select one from this... Continue Reading
Trendsource
February 25, 2017
I am doing my first grocery tomorrow. I have read their instructions yet do not find the four focus departments I have to evaluate. Can anyone give any guidance here. I actually sent a message to them yesterday for guidance and have not had a response. Thank you.... Continue Reading
Anyone else get a Trendsource phone call today
February 22, 2017
I received one that sounded urgent regarding how I was doing their grocery shops. I've been doing these for years without any major issue so I have no clue what the issue is. Supposedly it has to do with a quality control list they received. I've tried... Continue Reading
Trend Source, ? On rotation violation
February 17, 2017
Anyone know how to tell when someone can be eligible to be 'in-rotation' for shops on TS? I keep having an office supply shop come up, but Everytime I request the shop I get instantly notified that it would be a rotation violation. I've looked around but can't tell it... Continue Reading
Dimitri at Trendsource
February 02, 2017
Hi, do you know if Dimitri still works at Trendsource or work with the grocery programs? I was banned by him for doing shop and wondering if I can re-apply with other associate. I think the reason of banning me was not clear.... Continue Reading
Trendsource Onsite Inspections
January 31, 2017
I get a lot of emails for these. Can someone explain what these shops entail, how to get qualified, and if they are worth it.... Continue Reading
Trendsource-is there a secret to getting jobs?
January 30, 2017
I've been a shopper for 19 years, taking on a lot more shops here recently...and I've yet to get any assigned from Trendsource? Is there a secret?... Continue Reading
Trendsource Direct Deposit
January 06, 2017
They show they made payments for steakhouse shops on the 3rd and everything else on the 5th. They always post to my bank account just after midnight but neither has. Trying to figure out if it is my bank or them. Anyone else get their deposit? I wouldnt... Continue Reading
HEADS UP! Trendsource TIME FRAME CHANGE for one of their clients!
December 28, 2016
Hey all, For any of you that do the shops down South (may be other areas as well...not sure) that involve buying AT LEAST 3 items, spending $9.00 minimum and interacting in several depts including 2 in the store aisles, the TIME FRAME has changed from 9AM-9pm Sun... Continue Reading
Any Other Firefox users with problems with TRENDSOURCE (The Source) website???
December 24, 2016
Hi all, Today, when I log into Trendsource through Firefox, every area works EXCEPT when I click on the "PROJECTS" tab and then click on EITHER "Projects Assigned" OR "Request Projects"....then screwy things happen. On the click to "Projects Assigned" I get a box in the middle saying... Continue Reading
I can not believe Trendsource/The Source
November 21, 2016
They called 5 minutes before the allotted time of the assignment to cancel it. I was in the conference room 15 minutes before the start time with my phone switched off per the guidelines. I sat intently through 1 1/2 hours of a very tedious lecture. They've already canceled the... Continue Reading
The Source ( Trendsource) and time it takes for assignment approval?
November 12, 2016
Any idea how long it usually takes for The Source to approve an assignment once you apply for it? I applied for one earlier today with the intention to complete it tomorrow but it's still listed as under review.... Continue Reading
Trendsource/MSI paying three times this month?
November 08, 2016
Did Trendsource/MSI put out something about paying three times this month? I received payment on the 3rd of the month and again today on the 7th for a few shops completed in between and over the weekend. I actually received payment today for shops I performed yesterday. I checked over... Continue Reading
Is Trend Source safe and reliable?
October 30, 2016
Hi! Is trend source a good company to start with? Is it safe to upload my ID and my address? Does any one have any experience with being a field agent? Thank you!... Continue Reading
Trend source
October 28, 2016
If you do a shop regarding insurance options for senior citizens be aware that in Texas you may want to be careful that the shop is actually informal if held at a hotel, or civic center . Informal was described as a kiosk. I had an experience where I... Continue Reading
Trendsource on-site business inspections
October 27, 2016
Don't bother doing these. Trendsource will initially guarantee a high pay rate, but you will hardly ever be paid. The company will come up with some reason not to pay you. This happened to me several times. I would do my inspection, turn in my report on time, and within... Continue Reading
Kudo's to Trendsource (The Source)
October 18, 2016
I must say bravo to everyone at the Source. I just had to cancel my shop for today. Garage door broke, won't close, having valuable things in there, couldn't leave it open, guy coming out to fix...quickly email Source, and immediately get an email saying, no problem Irene,... Continue Reading
TrendSource
October 06, 2016
Is anyone else having errors trying to upload documents to Trend Source website?... Continue Reading
Has anyone done the fast food surveys for Trendsource?
September 18, 2016
They seem to be paying well, and I wondered if they were worth the $. I don't mind asking people's opinions when they're getting something out of it.... Continue Reading
Anybody work as a Trendsource Field Agent for ONSITE INSPECTIONS?
September 02, 2016
Before I go through the hassle of this and allow them to do the required "background check), I'd like to hear about your experiences with this. Thanks in advance!... Continue Reading
Kudos to Donald at Trendsource!
August 17, 2016
Donald is a great scheduler. If he needs someone fast he will shoot me an email to see if I am available. If I sign up for something and it isn't approved, he'll get things approved in no time. Thanks Donald for all your hard work!... Continue Reading
The Source = TrendSource
July 23, 2016
Has anyone logged into the MSC and checked out the new site? In the past, one of the things I really, really liked under the TrendSource site was the Payment history. I cannot locate that information on the new site. They have the project history but that... Continue Reading
Trendsource [client name deleted] Shops and other cheap MSCs (Stop Accepting Low Pay Grocery Shops People)
June 26, 2016
Why do people take $9.00 + $5.00 contractor fees= $14.00 grocery shops when its not even worth the gas to get there. Trendsource sucks and needs to boycotted because you are working for free people. Thes scheduler's pay depends on the shops they fill! When you guys take low... Continue Reading
Trendsource direct deposit ?? Please help experienced shoppers...
May 27, 2016
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TREND SOURCE
April 26, 2016
Why are they slow at approving my shops? I have done 8 and now they won't approve them.... Continue Reading
Trendsource request vent -- Resolved! :)
March 05, 2016
I've done several grocery shops for Trensource but I won't do them at base rate. There are a couple of shops in an area 1-1.5 hours from my house that I will do with a PAD. They've approved my PAD several times because they have a hard time filling it.... Continue Reading
MSI background check fail (Trendsource)
February 11, 2016
OK, my time to renew. Paid my $6, expected my clearance (as in prior years). A few hours after submitting, got the expected e-mail -- OK, now I'm a Certified On-Site Inspector! Yippee -- I can take that $50 job! Ooops, wait a sec -- here's a 2nd... Continue Reading
Trendsource, Two clients same inspection address??
January 29, 2016
I was wondering if anyone has had a similar experience with any Trendsource inspections? I cannot access the form until I get in touch with the business again. The different clients seem to want similar photos. I think, I understand why there are two different clients, I can't really name... Continue Reading
Anybody here having a lot of trouble with TrendSource saves....?
January 25, 2016
I just heard something slightly unsettling. Has anybody here uploaded and saved anything onto TrendSource recently, only to have it not save, but revert to the condition in which it was right before the last save? In other words, you might have hit save, and then actually lost a paragraph... Continue Reading
TREND SOURCE
January 19, 2016
Tiffany, you are the best love hearing from you and all the best to you!... Continue Reading
Trendsource is awesome!!!!!!!
January 19, 2016
in work for several companies and all are great but Trendsource is far and above my go to and standby for dependable and flexible scheduling !!!kudos to all schedulers for Trendsource... Continue Reading
missing TrendSource payment
January 06, 2016
Did any one else not get paid by TrendSource today. This has never happened before.... Continue Reading
Trendsource Scope D-E-F
January 01, 2016
Which software program are you using for floorplan sketches? MS Paint only does lines and I can't find where to insert dimensions. Google SketchUp is also recommended, but it isn't free. I'm looking for free and easy. Any suggestions??... Continue Reading
How do I "unrequest" a job from Trendsource?
December 27, 2015
I requested a job with PAD last week. Hadn't heard anything from them. Today, it's snowing very hard and the assignment is due in a few hours. No WAY would I want to drive out to the location for the small amount I requested in PAD (maybe... Continue Reading
Trendsource Grocery store shops
December 26, 2015
Happy Holidays everyone! Does anyone know if the grocery stores just released by Trendsource need to be finished by 9:00 PM or just started by that time? They are not available for me to call and my shops start tomorrow. Any help or info is GREATLY APPRECIATED!... Continue Reading
Trendsource - Please Don't Insult My Intelligence!
December 04, 2015
I was appalled when I received an email for the latest shop from Trendsource. The shop requires you to spend 20-25 minutes in the store and 10-15 minutes for input. Now, count traveling time of at least 20 minutes, ink and paper used to print out Guidelines and... Continue Reading
TrendSource
November 29, 2015
Why does Trend-source have such crappy rates for jobs that are moderately time consuming. I don't know why anyone would work for these Jack-wagons.... Continue Reading
Cancelling a request with Trendsource
November 19, 2015
Does anyone know how to cancel a request with Trendsource? I applied for one of their shops but my dates of availability have changed (thanks puking kid). I can't figure out how to cancel my app with them.... Continue Reading
Unrevealed Auto Center Audit with photos from Trendsource
October 30, 2015
I keep getting urgent pleas to do one of these in my area. They want this done at a place that mostly sells tires. I’ve only been inside the one near me once. I can’t begin to imagine trying to take covert photos in this place. I was wondering if anybody... Continue Reading
Trendsource Mobile check-in
October 21, 2015
Trendsource has a shop for a drink machine vendor in a factory. It says mobile check in, does that mean you need a smart phone? I have a cheap cell phone, for now. The shop is in a place with gates, the public is not admitted, but this is a... Continue Reading
MSI Trend Source shops
October 05, 2015
I applied for several Medicare shops with MSI during the past week. One of the shops is for tomorrow morning and it is still being reviewed for approval... along with the rest of them. It is really tough to try to schedule shops with other companies when you don't know... Continue Reading
How to get certified with TrendSource?
September 10, 2015
I'm new at mystery shopping, with over two dozen shops done. I frequently see jobs on TrendSource that I would like to do, but they require an "easy certification". I'm confused about how to get these jobs. I've registered with MSI, which seems to be their scheduling... Continue Reading
Scope D inspection (Trendsource)
August 19, 2015
Has anybody done one of these? I've done plenty of Scope A but apparently D includes an interior inspection. They're pretty high paying so they must take 3 or 4 days to do, considering Trendsource's normally cheap pay.... Continue Reading
Why is Trend Source so cheap?
August 14, 2015
I've been shopping for TS for a few months. When I started, I was excited because I really hate grocery shopping and I thought..."at least now I can get paid". I've gotten a couple calls from schedulers desperate to get a shop done and offering a whopping... Continue Reading
Trendsource- EIN ?
July 22, 2015
So I just signed with Trendsource & they are asking for an EIN. Can I give my Social Security # instead? I don't want to get an EIN. I'm in California.... Continue Reading
Customer intercepts for Trendsource
July 12, 2015
There are a bunch of new ones, for a FF client. Anyone done these before? They claim they pay 16 an hour to apparently stand beside the drive through and give out surveys. It sounds like the job from hell to me. Standing out in the weather breathing car fumes... Continue Reading
Trend Source [client name deleted] Shops
July 12, 2015
I have just lost my cool on a recent commitment with Trend Source to do a [client name deleted] Shop. After I commit for the shop and the day of the shop I discover I am required to submit a 15 pages of the most confusing, detailed, contradictory... Continue Reading
MSI Trend Source Business Evaluation shops
June 22, 2015
Has anyone completed the Business site evaluations for MSI/Trend Source? I have not taken the certification test and other requirements yet and wanted to see what the forum says first. Comments?... Continue Reading
Trendsource/MSI removing someone from a shop for correctly reporting results!!
June 16, 2015
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Trendsource Covert inspections
June 09, 2015
The ones where you're supposed to take a bunch of pictures of a location without telling anyone you're there and there's an "emergency" contact in case the police are called. $15 seems a bit chintzy for these. Are they worth it???... Continue Reading
How to request distance pay from Trendsource?
June 03, 2015
There are two jobs on Trendsource that are out of the way for me, but I would perform them given sufficient incentive. How do I request distance pay from them?... Continue Reading
Trendsource's EIN Requirement
May 25, 2015
I wanted to add Trendsource to the list of companies for which I shop. I went on their site to register and see that they require their shoppers to get an EIN. I don't meet any criteria for which the IRS would require that I obtain... Continue Reading
TrendSource Audits
May 17, 2015
So I really want to get into doing these so I have been looking at a tablet as that seems to be what this MSC wants their pictures taken on. I've see the words "three-eights" pictures. I'm stumped as to what that means. Anyone else with a tablet? Are they... Continue Reading
Trendsource
May 08, 2015
Trend source doesn't seem to give the exact ball amount in the mystery shops. They seem to give a range of payment and only a zip code unlike other companies that give the exact amount and address of the shop that is under consideration. On top of that one has... Continue Reading
Trendsource Scope D Shops - Yay or Nay?
April 22, 2015
I've been seeing Trendsource post these Scope D shops in my area - usually on-site inspections in my area get picked up within minutes of being posted but these Scope D inspections can sit there for days. The estimated length is between 45 minutes and 2 hours. You... Continue Reading
Trendsource website
April 18, 2015
Is anyone else having trouble logging in to the MSI Agent website? I'm trying to figure out if it's just me or if the site is really down. I am not on my home computer, so not sure which is the issue. I have tried opening multiple browsers, but get... Continue Reading
Trendsource Project Pay Ranges
March 23, 2015
I recently signed up with Trendsource and have been looking at the job listings. There are a lot of Grocery Shops in my area, and the pay range is $10-$15 . I am a little perplexed by this pay range thing. How do I request $15 and not $10 for... Continue Reading
Trendsource
March 10, 2015
I am fairly new to mystery shopping and would like your honest opinions about trendsource... Continue Reading
trendsource the 8 dollar audit
March 07, 2015
they are doing a 8 dollar audit no purchase is it worth it a lot have already been taken... Continue Reading
Trendsource
February 27, 2015
First let me say, I feel Trendsource is a good company. Their payments are consistent and the shops are good. That being said, has anyone experienced a problem with their customer service? Overall they are great, but a couple of them are very demeaning. I spoke up about it... Continue Reading
MSI Services - EIN vs. SSN
February 26, 2015
Does anyone know why MSI wants an EIN instead of a SSN for their shoppers? Do other companies require EIN's? This is the first time I've encountered this.... Continue Reading
Trendsource conflicting instructions
January 31, 2015
A question for shoppers who have completed a Trendsource project that has been around for at least 3 years, usually on the weekends, in the big box stores. Project specifications PDF lists one scenario and "My Project" printout lists another. I emailed support an hour ago, however; it is after... Continue Reading
Trendsource Cancelling shops
December 10, 2014
Anyone had a shop from Trendsource cancelled because they had someone else preform it before your scheduled date? A scheduler called and I committed to a shop 30 minutes away for a small bonus that was to be due the following day. Late that same night, I recieved... Continue Reading
Trendsource Payments
November 26, 2014
Does anybody know if they hold payment for 30 days or more. I did a shop on October 27 and still see no payment from them. I won't touch anymore shops from them until I see if they actually pay.... Continue Reading
Trendsource business inspection
November 18, 2014
Has anybody done one of these? I get offers for them a lot and they do seem intriguing. According to the instructions, I need to set up an appointment and go to a business. Instructions seem very vague. Am I doing a... Continue Reading
Trendsource emails are out of control!!
November 18, 2014
I have received over 20 emails a day for the last three weeks from this company for audits. I haven't shopped for them in over a year and have gotten extremely tired of deleting all the junk. I finally went in and changed my email address. Enough is enough,... Continue Reading
MSI Services - shop fees
October 23, 2014
When looking at jobs for MSI Services, it shows a pay range, such as $4 - $10. Is there a way to determine what the actual shop fee is for particular job before applying for it? I may be willing to do it for $10, but probably not... Continue Reading
Payments Missing/Late (Intellishop, Trendsource, Compass)
October 18, 2014
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trendsource pay.....
October 09, 2014
wow it is pathetic.......I used to shop a lot for them.....wish the old days were here again!... Continue Reading
TrendSource Healthcare Phone Shops
October 04, 2014
I signed on to do some of these and just received my assigned calls. When I log into the project there is a message as follows: "Date Posted Message 9/12/2013 PROJECT MATERIALS New project materials will be available shortly." I have submitted a question to TS regarding these materials. Has anyone ever done... Continue Reading
Trendsource payment issues
September 05, 2014
Has anyone had payment issues with them? I hate to post this here but I already messaged Trendsource. Just curious. I really like working for them but I now have two unpaid shops with bonus! :(... Continue Reading
Trendsource Reporting
September 04, 2014
I'm trying to report a few shops and everything will go through except every question that has to have a written answer (name, item, etc). Anyone else have this problem? Also, anyone have a phone number for them? I have a pay issue and I email and they request... Continue Reading
Trendsource reimbursement and taxes
August 31, 2014
I'm pretty sure I read somewhere that Trendsource lumps your reimbursements with shopper fees at the end of the tax year. Is that correct? If so, how do you handle it on your taxes? Thanks!... Continue Reading
TrendSource Not answering emails or phone calls
August 07, 2014
I have had a great relationship with TrendSource until Monday now all of a sudden they won't answer my emails or phone calls. I can't self assign and when I request a shop I never near back. Anyone else having problems with them?... Continue Reading
contact for trendsource msi
July 22, 2014
Does anyone have a phone number for a scheduler at TrendSource or an personal email?... Continue Reading
Trendsource and the grocery shops
July 21, 2014
I used to LOVE the grocery shops at Trendsource and was truly disappointed when the grocery chain dropped them a few years ago. They only paid $14 total, but I shopped the stores and didn't find the shops too difficult at all. Out of fondness, I picked them up when... Continue Reading
Shop Approval by Trendsource
July 10, 2014
Does anyone know how long it takes for Trendsource to approve a shop request? I requested a shop early this morning and have yet to be approved. The due date is tomorrow, July 10.... Continue Reading
Trendsource Interview on Mystery Shopper Magazine
July 07, 2014
We just published an interview on Mystery Shopper Magazine with Jim Caltrider, the CEO of Trendsource. Check it out: http://www.mysteryshoppermagazine.com/mystery-shopping-companies/1214/... Continue Reading
Trendsource Grocery Shops
June 13, 2014
I just completed one of the new grocery shops, well at least new for me. The pay and reimbursement is the same as it used to be but the report is different and there are up to 9 interactions counting the cashier and bagger. Plus you need to... Continue Reading
Does Trendsource/MSI Services approve projects over the weekend?
April 26, 2014
I requested a project just now, and it's due today between certain hours. Their offices are closed, so I can't call them about this. Do they check email for cases like this one? Thanks!... Continue Reading
TrendSource Door Knob Pics
April 19, 2014
Yesterday TS came out with the type of picture they want to reflect a locking door knob for their on site reports. While I understand they want the side of the door knob where the key is inserted. I think other people must have problems with this picture like... Continue Reading
Trendsource
March 18, 2014
Hi all, Monday night the 17th and I sat down to put a couple of reports on. I should have known something was up when it wouldn't let me input a date but I kept on typing....and now it won't submit or save or anything...ACKKKKKKK I have tried a couple of... Continue Reading
Need some assistance please -- with Trendsource site
March 16, 2014
I have shopped for years, but am doing my first TrendSource shop today. Their site (shopper part) is down and of course the offices are closed. I have an office product shop today and need the guidelines. I looked at them a bit the other day when I was awarded... Continue Reading
Trendsource EIN?
March 10, 2014
It doesn't seem to make a lot of sense to me that Trendsource seems to REQUIRE an EIN in order to shop for them. Am I missing something?? I'm one guy, not an employer or employee. Why would I want an EIN??... Continue Reading
Pizza shop from Trendsource
January 22, 2014
Are the pizza shops no longer shopped by Trendsource. They are not my favorite pizza but they make a great lunch when in a hurry. I have not seen them on their shop site.... Continue Reading
Trendsource had no food shops listed
January 02, 2014
Trendsource had no food shops listed in my area. Not just no fast food but no pictures ones either. I wonder if they are just redoing guidelines for the new year or if they lost them. I hope they didn't lose them as a client as they... Continue Reading
Trendsource Braved Black Friday...Employees sniff out customer service...
November 30, 2013
Trendsource sent out 3 employees to mystery shop on Black Friday! "We braved the cold and the crowds to bring you some insights into what’s going on in your favorite stores on Black Friday!" Did you guys get this letter? They had 3 pretty good experiences on Black Friday!... Continue Reading
Trendsource payday on the 20th November?
November 29, 2013
Anyone paid for that one? I have one project for them that should've been paid but hasn't. They are usually lightening fast!... Continue Reading
Does anyone else dislike Trendsource?
November 17, 2013
I've done a few grocery shops for them and they ask too much and the reports are complicated. The instructions for the pizza shops are also complicated. Is it just me?... Continue Reading
Trend Source can't process cancellations?
November 03, 2013
I saw a listing for an "XXXX Drive Thru" located a few miles from me. (The pay wasn't great, but I drive past that restaurant 2-3 times a week anyway). Once I "confirmed acceptance" I was allowed to view the full details of the job. I see that this job is... Continue Reading
Trendsource -- Should I Make the Leap?
October 23, 2013
I am not registered with TS but know they have LOTS of shops in my area. I know I need to get an ein to register with them. I have read and re-read about the EIN brouhaha here, searched the web & my state's DOR sites, etc. and am tired... Continue Reading
Trendsource HEINOUS Grocery Shops
October 21, 2013
What in the WORLD was I thinking? There are some new TS grocery shops and I took 11 this weekend!!! I was thinking, "reimbursed groceries=Christmas $$." OMG, did anyone else take any of these? Just curious. (These are new to my area, but they may have been around a while.) Count... Continue Reading
TrendSource problems?
October 12, 2013
Has anyone else had problems requesting shops the last couple days? I can't get the site to come up on my computer using several different browsers or with the mobile application. Also no emails regarding new shops.... Continue Reading
Trendsource
September 13, 2013
Does anyone else have issues with this company? First off, they send tons of email for shops (mostly inspections) that are in the middle of nowhere, yet don't seem interested in paying PAD to cover the gas costs. I apply frequently to their emails that almost beg someone to do... Continue Reading
Question about Trendsource grocery store shop
September 03, 2013
I saw an assignment for a grocery store shop offered by Trendsource in which you purchase at least 3 items, one of which has to be placed under the cart. The limited guidelines did not state what to do if you are not asked about the item. Do... Continue Reading
Trendsource Question
July 29, 2013
I accepted an assignment which just requires pictures. The problem is, the location is INSIDE a facility that requires you to pay $60 to get into. They gave me no letter to give them, and for the fee, it makes no sense to go in paid. I emailed them when... Continue Reading
TrendSource Changing Schedulers?
July 23, 2013
It seems like every time I build up a rapport with the scheduler for my favorite Trendsource client, the scheduler changes with no notice or explanation. Anyone else? Is this normal - for them or in general? Does this bother anyone else?... Continue Reading
So do we HAVE to have an EIN for Trendsource?
July 15, 2013
Is it a requirement or simply encouraged? I used to do their grocery stores years ago until they started requiring the EIN. I thought I had read somewhere on the forum that it's not required. I signed up for a shop for this Thursday. If I... Continue Reading
EIN & W9-Trendsource
June 07, 2013
Hello. I've been a mystery shopper for 10+ years, but here in the last 2 years or so, I've only done but a few shops. I've just recently started to get back into it again. I was so shocked that when I went to the site for Trendsource, that they... Continue Reading
Trendsource
June 07, 2013
Hello, I know this has come up before, but curious for current input. Has anyone completed the paid background check for MSI? Once you have that, is it difficult to get jobs or do they tend to have a lot consistently making it worth while?... Continue Reading
TrendSource and Background Check Fee
April 18, 2013
I was reviewing this company and to apply for a certified on-site inspector job, you need a background check and you must watch their 'professionalism' videos. The background check fee is about 8.00. Is this legit? I have not seen other companies charge this, and if they do, won't... Continue Reading
Trendsource lack of advance info=not for me
March 27, 2013
Yesterday I received an email from Trendsource about what they called a "revealed audit" but the info provided was pretty sketchy. From the info provided I knew the was pay $7 and I knew I was take a picture or multiple pictures of a certain display (name of display was... Continue Reading
Hi..new here...Trendsource pay question
January 22, 2013
Hi! Long time listener, first time caller. I've only been doing MSing for a little over a month and had one teeny question (so far)... Trendsource sent me an email saying I would be paid for my pizza shops as of yesterday, but apparently I wasn't signed up for... Continue Reading
Trendsource *!#*@#
January 03, 2013
Wow! I've posted here for quite a while & I hope most of you know that I'm not usually a negative person. A scheduler at Trendsource has shown herself to be completely incompetent and, dare I say it, ignorant. I would prefer to remain vague because I'd rather keep... Continue Reading
MSI Trendsource called today
December 22, 2012
So, I got a call today from Trendsource. The caller explains that they don't have my DD info so that's why I haven't been paid for my shops in March. I explained that I had trouble getting paid because I signed up during the EIN transition and decided to not get... Continue Reading
Trendsource Paid in 24 hours...
December 20, 2012
I submitted my final report to Trendsource yesterday, the 18th. The money was in my account today:) I love Trendsource!... Continue Reading
TrendSource
November 02, 2012
Has anyone worked for this company??? They want $7.50 for a background check, and insist that you have a EIN. Has anyone worked for them and are they on the up & up???? I haven't run into this before.... Continue Reading
Trendsource dinged my pay :(
October 08, 2012
I did a shop for Trendsource that required oodles of very specific photos (you know the pizza ones) and I just realized they docked me $1 because they said it was submitted late. I did the pizza delivery shop at around 7 in the evening, started on the form... Continue Reading
Trendsource PN
October 02, 2012
Has anyone noticed a real difference in the jobs they get based on being "admitted" to their Premier Network?... Continue Reading
MSI Trendsource - picky 12am requirement
September 13, 2012
Trendsource has a strict 12 hours or midnight of same day whichever is EALIER requirement for shop report submissions. If you submit your shops late, you get penalized with deductions on your shop fees. I have no problem with penalty system since its clearly listed on the guidelines. Nor... Continue Reading
Trendsource
August 12, 2012
Does anyone notice how much narrative Trendsource makes you fill out for a $10 job? At least Bestmark pays just as much and their narratives are a lot less. I've done 3 jobs for Trendsource (audit, retail, etc) and all three have left me unpleasantly surprised at the... Continue Reading
TrendSource EIN
July 29, 2012
Help! I did one job for TrendSource and thought my social security was the EIN. Apparently not. I am scheduled for two jobs this week, but there is no way I am applying for this number. Am I out of luck?... Continue Reading
Shady request from Trendsource
July 25, 2012
First off, I send my resume to an ad for a front desk job and received and email back from Trendsource about secret shopping. I thought that was a little weird but then reasoned that maybe they were looking for someone with a certain skill set and used that ad... Continue Reading
Trendsource Customer Intercept shops
June 29, 2012
Just saying none of these are being picked up here, for a good reason. You have to have $200 cash in your pocket to give out to people who do the survey, then print out surveys, etc. But also, I would like to do some of their audits... Continue Reading
Trendsource Customer Intercept shops
June 19, 2012
They advertise this as $20/hr/ You need to do a meat/seafood customer intercept, meaning you ask people to fill out a survey and pay them $2. You have to have $200 cash on you to do this. 3-6 hr shifts and you must turn in 75 customer surveys. ... Continue Reading
MSI Services Inc
May 31, 2012
I did a search and didn't see them, so I apologize if this is a duplicate post. Anyone have any feedback on these guys? I applied for a shop on 5/25 and it hasn't been approved or declined yet. Just wondering if this is another Helion type deal where you never... Continue Reading
TrendSource Payment May 5
May 07, 2012
I did my last two shops for TS/MSI at the end of April. I was assured by Trendsouce that I would be paid on May 5th. I did not file an EIN with them. I haven't been paid as of today! Their website says that if the 5th falls on a... Continue Reading
Trendsource responds: here is why an EIN is necessary and will be with all msc's soon
May 03, 2012
As I suspected, it has to do with the gov't and coming state and federal regulations and them going the length to make sure they can't classify IC's and employees. Here is what they say(The part of Congress trying repeal section 530 of a law in effect since 1978 is... Continue Reading
Trendsource ein enforcement
May 02, 2012
Ok the EIN deadline has now come and gone. still get the same job offers. Anyone hear anything.... Continue Reading
Trendsource April shops paid May 5
April 13, 2012
I am most likely not going to get an EIN for Trendsource. If I complete a pizza shop the last week of April (to be paid May 5th) will I need a EIN since the payment is in May or will I be fine since the shop was performed in... Continue Reading
trendsource rejection
April 02, 2012
How do you know if shop was rejected by this company? Do they send you an e-mail?... Continue Reading
Trend Source reschedule
March 10, 2012
I need to reschedule all of my shops for this weekend (4), due to a family member that passed away. Are they generally good about these type of situations? It was a lot of money for me :-/ I hate thinking about money and shops right now, but I need to... Continue Reading
TrendSource
March 08, 2012
THey don't answer e-mails--they don't pay they say I have not sent in documentation to work in the US--I am a naturalized citizen-----don't bother with them.... Continue Reading
TRENDSOURCE: Let's stick together and boycott their shop bids!!!
March 02, 2012
Let's say no and not accept any shops requiring bidding. This escpecially applies to their WHOLEsome green logo supermarket chain, who's shops generally get snapped up quickly. Shoppers need to send out a hard message that we won't bid against each other for shops... Happy Weekend to all.... Continue Reading
EIN for Trendsource
March 01, 2012
Is Trendsource now requiring an EIN? When I logged in just now I had a message at the top saying they still need an EIN from me. This is the first I've heard it mentioned by them and can't find anything on the site about it being required.... Continue Reading
Trendsource Pizza Sho
January 17, 2012
Hi Everyone: I have a pizza shop with Trendsoure. Whats the secrete to success with this one.. thanks :)... Continue Reading
Trendsource website problems
December 14, 2011
Anyone else having trouble getting onto their site? I need to make a couple of calls to make appointments for some inspections I picked up last night. I'm afraid the system will kick them out of my assignments if I'm not able to make a phone call attempt.... Continue Reading
Trend Source Reports
December 05, 2011
I noticed I won't meet the 12 am deadline for my reporting. Are they very picky about that? I forgot how extra long and detailed these 3 reports I have to do are :(... Continue Reading
trendsource chicken audits
November 17, 2011
worth it? or no... says 25 questions but "only 20-30 min"... Continue Reading
Trendsource
November 13, 2011
Did a shop for them on 11/5, paid on 11/7. Gotta love it.... Continue Reading
Trend Source fee for a shop.
November 10, 2011
I finally found a shop in my area I have wanted to do. Has to do with an insurance-type program for which Federal compliance is very important. I saw the pay ($30 or $35) and thought, why not. Then I looked at the detail. 90 minutes at the... Continue Reading
I 'fired' Trendsource
October 17, 2011
I know Trendsource is a favorite of many, but I just deactivated them. When I signed up I gave them everything they wanted. Then give us your SSN, then give us the copy of your DL#, then you can't accept before you read this crap, after you read... Continue Reading
"OOPs we have encountered a problem" on Trendsource
August 01, 2011
Is anyone else getting that error message when they enter a report? I've been trying since last night to enter the same report and keep getting that message.... Continue Reading
Trendsource
July 29, 2011
Anyone do any of the audit shops for Trendsource? They seem to want you to make several phone calls during the course of the audit and take pictures too.... Continue Reading
Trendsource
May 03, 2011
I read some of the posts and agree that they are pushing too far. I have been involved in Mystery Shopping for over twenty years and resent their suddenly changing their rules.... Continue Reading
Trendsource
April 27, 2011
Is this a reputable company? I hadn't applied to them, but just got an email saying they were interested in using me for grocery store shops in my area. I am new to the game, so I'm just wondering what you all can tell me about this company.... Continue Reading
Trendsource
April 23, 2011
Is this the right website for them: http://www.trendsource.com/ They said they would only contact me if they have a need for a fieldworker in my area. The email I got said that they would contact me on an as needed basis. I know people have said they perform background checks at Trendsource. Filling out... Continue Reading
TrendSource finally forced the issue of the background check
April 11, 2011
Not doing it. BV/On Sites were a nice gravy train while they lasted, but there is not a credit reporting/background check company on Earth that I trust, least of all Experian. No mystery shopping company needs that level of detail about me, sorry-much less my $8.... Continue Reading
PREFERED SHOPPER STATUS: Who else has it aside from Trendsource??
March 29, 2011
Trendsource( msishopper.net) has a Preferred Shopper status enabling you to self schedule most ( but not all) shops in addition to other benefits. You can qualify after completing 5 shops, switching to direct deposit and passing a quiz. Do any other ms companies have such a program??? And is Trendsource's really that... Continue Reading
I totally *heart* TrendSource
March 09, 2011
You talk about reliable payment like clockwork. They pay on the 5th and 20th, the following Monday if date is on weekend. Shopped a big box on Sunday, 3/6 around 3 pm CT. They were issuing payments on Monday-checked my MS bank account and was shocked to see it paid.... Continue Reading
Trendsource background check...
January 04, 2011
I see we have to complete 3 sections to shop, and pay $7.83 to get a background check. Has anyone done this, I'm very hesitate, after working so long, to now require this tells me they have had problems with shoppers, and we now pay the price. I am... Continue Reading
Enquiring about Trendsource
December 22, 2010
Hi there Does any of you have experience, good or bad with Trendsource? I just got a ton of shop offers in my inbox from them and thought I d better check them out before I commit. Thanks for your input.... Continue Reading
Trendsource I'm not initially impressed
December 18, 2010
I signed up at at some point but hadn't heard anything from them. The other day I received an e-mail saying they had a sandwich shop in my area and went on to explain the details. The hours in which the shop must be done, what must be ordered and... Continue Reading
Trendsource....I miss them
December 16, 2010
I miss working for these guys. Extraordinary firm with superb people. I really miss them!!!... Continue Reading
Who is MSI Services Inc?
November 09, 2010
Anyone know who they are? I have obviously done MS for them, but I dont have them listed as MSI. I got a direct deposit from them, but cant figure out who they are.... Continue Reading
New Home page for Trendsource.
October 28, 2010
Anyone like the new page. There is a survey on the site, just wandering what everyone thinks.... Continue Reading
TRENDSOURCE FEEDBACK: Business Verification Shops??
October 10, 2010
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Question about TrendSource
August 02, 2010
I have heard positive things about TrendSource but how do you get assignments. I have signed up as a Field Agent but I do not see a Job Board. Can someone please help me with this? Thanks, Lisa... Continue Reading
Trendsource becoming aggressive in flagging issues
July 16, 2010
Is it just me or is Trendsource becoming a lot more of a hassle to deal with in terms of what they flag as issues as of late? There are things I have put into my reports that I feel have been crystal clear, yet they seem to... Continue Reading
Trendsource aka MSI
July 13, 2010
I have been signed up with MSI for years and finally have gotten some very rewarding shops. I applied for direct deposit and am now on self assign status which is SO much better than before. It doesn't take more than a couple seconds to apply for DD. They have... Continue Reading
Trendsource
June 05, 2010
Has this happened to anyone. I been working with Trendsource for almost 2 years on their grocery store. They informed me that I was revealed as a mystery shopper at one of the locations. Due to this, they had to remove all mystery shops from me and... Continue Reading
I think Trendsource lost a client
May 03, 2010
they've had for years. It was actually my very first shop. They haven't put May's shops for this client on the board yet so I'm wondering if they lost them. Or the client is sort of having troubles so maybe they just gave up shopping.... Continue Reading
TrendSource website down?
January 09, 2010
Is anyone else having problems accessing their site? I haven't been on for a few days. Was there a scheduled maintainence announcement recently? I get a broken link error every time I try it.... Continue Reading
TrendSource
September 21, 2009
Is it my imagination or do these people have some of the nitpickiest QC editors in the world. I am reading their "Issues" that they sent me, and I have to go back and tell them things like: "The answer to this question is already in my narrative three different time, explianed... Continue Reading
Printer Audits for Trendsource
July 13, 2009
I accepted one of the printer audits, against my better judgment. I don't trust Trendsource very much. They remind me of Market Force in many ways, so I am a little leery of them. Has anyone ever done one? I took a look at the form... Continue Reading
Business Verifications for Trendsource
July 03, 2009
Has anyone done them? They sound so simple, but as usual Trendsource has 50 pages of information and 10 notations on receipts, etc. and I'm wondering if it's worth the $17.00. I am someone who won't touch a shop for less than $10, and even those I'm very... Continue Reading
Trend Source?
April 17, 2009
Can anyone tell me if all of the hoops Trend Source is making me jump through is worth it? I am taking quizzes, sending photo ID, and more. Thanks!... Continue Reading
Bad experience with Trend Source...beware
September 24, 2007
I got contacted by this firm to make Business evaluations and reveal myself at the end of the shop. This was ok. I took my car, had it checked and everything looked smooth. They had assigned a $35 for the shop. My problem was with the paperwork. They asked... Continue Reading
Most Recent mentions of TrendSource / MSI Mystery Shopping
Most things I see are related to building inspections. [quote=hbbigdaddy] I only see the 2 letter computer company printer ink scenarios from Trend Source. (Source). November 30, 2023
Hard pass for me.[quote=hbbigdaddy] I only see the 2 letter computer company printer ink scenarios from Trend Source. (Source). November 30, 2023
I only see the 2 letter computer company printer ink scenarios from Trend Source. (Source). November 30, 2023
I washed my hands of TrendSource/The Source several years ago because of rotten interactions with their staff. (Source). November 30, 2023
I also used to do these for Trendsource. (Source). October 02, 2023
I've been doing these since Trendsource/ MSI had them way back and it paid 14$$ and at one time you had to have report on within two hours. (Source). September 30, 2023
Trendsource pays weekly, like clockwork. (Source). July 12, 2023
The Source (also referred to here by their previous name, Trendsource) pays bi-weekly. (Source). July 05, 2023
My initial Medicare supp shop paid $65+ mileage; this was when Trendsource was paying $17. (Source). June 20, 2023
It's all about the editing. The third place to do shops and get paid biweekly is Trendsource. (Source). June 06, 2023