Become a Mystery Shopper and Make Some Extra Cash
Becoming a mystery shopper is a very fun and easy way to make
some extra cash. You can do this job at restaurants, hotels,
apartment complexes, malls and many other locations. All you
have to do is show up to the chosen location and "shop" like you
normally would. You will know what you're supposed to buy and
what you're supposed to say to the salesperson. You will need to
pay close attention to how the salespeople interact with you and
you will report all of this back to the company you've signed up
with.
To get involved with mystery shopping, you will probably have to
pay a small fee. Most mystery shopping positions are found by
using a company that specializes in them. So, once you've paid
the $15-25 fee, you will be given unlimited access to any and
all positions in this chosen field. The good thing about this
kind of a job is that there are so many different places you can
be a mystery shopper, you will always be able to find work.
The only downside to a mystery shopping job is that you have to
pay for any items you buy during a shift upfront. Though you are
reimbursed, many people find this a hassle. So, if you have the
funds and don't mind paying for dinners, books and clothes until
you get your next check, then you would work well in the
position.
When you've signed up with a mystery shopping company, you can
let them know which places you'd like to work and which you
wouldn't. For example, if you don't like electronics or used
auto parts, let your boss know. Otherwise, you might end up
having to visit these places and your review probably wouldn't
be your best work. Mystery shopping can be a great job for those
looking for flexibility and fun, sporadic work.