I had heard of Mystery Shopping before, but thought it would be difficult to get a gig like this. Last week I signed up to Market Force, and after completing a test that confirmed I was able to express myself in words, I became a Mystery Shopper. I was able to limit my possible assignments to within a five-mile radius, as I did not want to travel too far. Immediately there were eight possible assignments. But they have loads of assignments at airports and major train stations, so I will definitely look into those when I next do some traveling.
My first assignment was last weekend. Although I am a Stay-At-Home-Mum and can complete assignments during the week, I like the idea of going off at the weekend and having some free/comped family time. I also like the idea that sometimes I can have some ‘me’ time whilst getting paid.
My first assignment was last weekend. Although I am a Stay-At-Home-Mum and can complete assignments during the week, I like the idea of going off at the weekend and having some free/comped family time. I also like the idea that sometimes I can have some ‘me’ time whilst getting paid.
So off I went last Saturday. My son was napping, and my daughter and Husband were building a robot. I went to a coffee shop, where I had a lovely pot of tea and a very delicious slice of carrot cake. My assignment even required me to use the WIFI, which I happily did. What a treat to have 20 minutes to myself, away from the house. And for my trouble, I had my tea and cake reimbursed. Plus I will be paid £2.75 for the assignment. I’ve decided that this money will go into my ‘Night Out’ fund. I don’t go out very often, but if I complete 2-4 assignments each month then I will have money for the occasional Mums’ Night Out. And I won’t have to ask Husband for booze money.
If you would like to check out Mystery Shopping, then I totally recommend Market Force: http://uk.marketforce.com/register/?ref=198&reu=1235197
I have also signed up with Grass Roots (recommended by Emma from From Aldi to Harrods), but they haven’t had any available assignments so I cannot vouch for them.
If you want more tips on Thrifty living, check out Gina from Cold Tea and Smelly Nappies, who runs a Thrifty Thursday linky.
How cool 😉 I’ve often wondered how mystery shopping works #ThriftyThursday
It’s really easy!
So glad you enjoyed it, that cake looks delicious!
It was sooo yummy!
I’m a mystery shopper too! It’s quite fun really. Thanks for sharing with #ThriftyThursday 🙂
I’m glad I’m not the only one having fun!
Awesome! Our programs here usually involve eating at places I would never go (ie. fast food joints) But perhaps I will look into it again! Thanks! #thriftythursday
You should! They now offer places like Pizza Express.
Ooh, how interesting. Actually getting paid to treat yourself too! I will have to look into this, it is something I have thought about before.
It’s definitely worth looking into!
Brilliant, getting paid to have some ‘me’ time, you lucky girl! I have often thought of mystery shopping, but never got around to actually having a go. Maybe it’s time.
Sounds like you have gained some good assignments – I used to have a lodger who was a mystery shopper – he once got all my shoes resoled, brilliant!
Wow, brilliant!
I’m a mystery shopper too but so nervous doing them!
I have a link to the fast food chain mystery shoppers too but I haven’t passed the test to do them yet!! #thriftythursday
I reckon a trenchcoat and hat would make you feel more confident. 😉
Getting paid to go shopping- thrifty and fun. Genius! #ThriftyThursday
I know! it’s normally food but a girl’s gotta eat, right?!
If you could just do coffee and cakes, this could be a perfect job for me and my special needs daughter – she would love it!
I normally only pick the jobs that involve cake. 😉