Okay, I realize you didn't address me about this. However -- not meaning to be unkind but let's chat.
If a $20 to $25 shop takes hours to complete, you're not doing it right. I take issue with your statement the companies pay crap. What they pay is the amount required to get someone to take the shop. If no one takes it at base rate, the fee will be increased until someone does. At some point it will surpass crap and reach an acceptable level.
I assure you there are many shoppers making a living doing this and I believe some of their incomes would knock your socks off. It does not happen right away and it does not happen without developing a business model and an effective skill set. There's something here for everyone from the dabbler to the full time shopper but if you're looking for "easy" then know that Staples has a button for that. You won't find it here.
I shopped today for $166.00 plus three meals not included in that dollar total. If you consider that a crap day, then this is not for you. I assure you that you can make this work for you if you work at it. It may take some time to get your shop numbers and $$ up but it can be done. If you want flexible, interesting work and are willing to settle for less than corporate management income this can be your ticket to a more relaxed and rewarding life.
@Bharri333 wrote:
AF517....I don't see how how you can earn a living doing mystery shopping first of all. I have seen the job boards and these companies pay crap. The highest I see are maybe $20-$25 payment for a shop that could take hours to complete. You'll make more money working part time at a McDonalds. Most of these shops barely seem to pay enough to buy a beer. Lol.
Mary Davis Nowell. Based close to Fort Worth. Shopping Interstate 20 east and west, Interstate 35 north and south.