@jameschicago wrote:
I wonder if the companies that hire the mystery shopping companies realize how little the shoppers are being paid.
@jameschicago wrote:
I wish those people who do mystery shopping for fun or whatever would find another means by which to have their fun. Furthermore, one would think that the mystery shopping companies would want their clients to think that mystery shopping is valuable by paying more money to the people who are doing the mystery shopping.
@roflwofl wrote:
@jameschicago wrote:
I wish those people who do mystery shopping for fun or whatever would find another means by which to have their fun. Furthermore, one would think that the mystery shopping companies would want their clients to think that mystery shopping is valuable by paying more money to the people who are doing the mystery shopping.
I disagree. I think those who are doing the work they love - not working for the money - may be some of the most detailed and dedicated workers there are. In many cases, I would say they are willing to spend an extra amount of time on preparation and on completing the report that someone who is concerned about how much per hour he is making would not be willing to spend. Not just talking about mystery shopping here, I'm talking about anybody who loves their job. And I think 95% of the MSCs would probably be delighted to have all mystery shoppers who do it as a hobby and don't need the money rather than "professional mystery shoppers." Most companies want "the average customer" who looks at a shop with fresh eyes rather than a pro who has done 20 locations of the same company and the same shop. Let's face it, there are some difficult, detailed shops that require high level performance, but most mystery shops are so easy anybody could do them.
@jameschicago wrote:
Based on the email I receive and what I have seen online, I am really depressed. It is not a matter of principle; it is a practical matter. Fees are being cut all over.
@roflwofl wrote:
And I think 95% of the MSCs would probably be delighted to have all mystery shoppers who do it as a hobby and don't need the money rather than "professional mystery shoppers."
@David Hoppe wrote:
Who is the moderator? Seems to be the Biggest Mystery in the Forum. I see them taking down post and replies at their own discression, which is not how an open forum works. Omnipotent indiscriminately rejection of Topic and replies leaves little room for honest question and replies.
I have asked several questions with ABSOLUTELY no post or response. Why not is another Mystery. So what is judged as a possitive reply, is totally up to the Wizard behind the curtain.
@David Hoppe wrote:
Who is the moderator? Seems to be the Biggest Mystery in the Forum. I see them taking down post and replies at their own discression, which is not how an open forum works. Omnipotent indiscriminately rejection of Topic and replies leaves little room for honest question and replies.
I have asked several questions with ABSOLUTELY no post or response. Why not is another Mystery. So what is judged as a possitive reply, is totally up to the Wizard behind the curtain.
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