#mystery shopper

[fictionalfoodpolls]

soylent green

*deep, world weary sigh*

i thought we couldn't do worse than the peeps & m&m's chili

[jt1674]

[ben-miller-art]

The Mystery Shopper - Pose Sheet

I've neglected my boy for too long. Time to bring back The Mystery Shopper for 2024!

[hsbrandsasia123]

What is it like to be a secret shopper?

Being a secret shopper is like stepping into the role of a modern-day detective, with the mission of evaluating and enhancing customer experiences. It's an intriguing blend of curiosity, attention to detail, and the thrill of going incognito.

Picture this: you enter a store or restaurant not as a casual customer, but as a silent observer, keenly noting the ambiance, service, and overall atmosphere. Your objective? To provide valuable feedback that can help businesses improve and exceed customer expectations.

The experience is both empowering and enlightening. You get to see firsthand how businesses operate when they're not aware they're being scrutinized. It's not about catching someone doing something wrong, but rather about understanding the nuances of the customer journey.

From evaluating the cleanliness of a facility to gauging the friendliness of staff, every aspect becomes a piece of the puzzle. It's a chance to be the eyes and ears of the average customer, offering insights that contribute to the continuous improvement of businesses.

But it's not just about evaluation; it's about playing a role in enhancing the customer experience. As a secret shopper, you become a catalyst for positive change. Your observations and feedback can lead to improvements in service, product quality, and overall customer satisfaction.

The diversity of assignments keeps things interesting. One day you might be evaluating a high-end boutique, and the next, you could be sampling the service at a local coffee shop. It's a dynamic and ever-changing adventure that allows you to contribute to the evolution of the business landscape.

In essence, being a secret shopper is like being a silent influencer, shaping the way businesses engage with their customers for the better. It's an engaging and rewarding experience that lets you make a real impact, one covert visit at a time.

[researchers-me]

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[peppermintquartz]

Hi, for the prompts / ideas. If you fancy: they just move in together, into Tommy's house. For the occasion, they go buy something to make it more their home.

They've been in IKEA for two hours by now, picking up assorted organizers and baskets now that Evan is moving into Tommy's place. Tommy picks up a vase in passing, frowning at it before putting it back on the shelf.

"Do you want that?" Evan asks, materializing out of nowhere for the fifteenth time in this shopping session.

Tommy shakes his head. "Nah. Not like we get flowers regularly."

"Hmm." Evan scowls at the trolley and takes a bathroom rug out of it, disappearing down an aisle to Tommy's left.

Tommy has got used to his boyfriend's mysterious ninja ways of shopping; his job is to man the trolley and follow the path, while Evan darts in and out of the different aisles, occasionally disappearing entirely before emerging from a different section.

It's a little harder for Evan to disappear completely in the mock-up rooms and the furniture sections earlier, though he did vanish for five baffling minutes while they were in the middle of examining a pegboard arrangement and then poof! he appeared afterwards with six Kuggis boxes.

Now they're in the decor section and Evan has put in and taken out various candles, fake plants, real plants, wicker basket, woven baskets, tin pails, cushions, photo frames. Tommy is happily resigned to having to bring at least 60% of these back for refunds.

They literally came here for drawer organizers.

After another forty minutes, they are finally at checkout, and it's their turn next, when Evan suddenly vanishes once more. With a sigh, Tommy places each item on the conveyor belt and zones out slightly, listening to the beep of the scanner.

"And this one please!" Evan weaves his way through the crowd, plopping down a round green vase. Before Tommy can take out his credit card, Evan has already passed his to the cashier.

As they push the trolley full of house goods towards the parking lots, Tommy asks, "Why the vase?"

"Because I'm gonna be getting flowers for you, and you'll need a place to put them," says Evan, grinning like he's pleased with himself.

Tommy shakes his head fondly. "Yeah? And what if I got flowers for you?"

"We'll take turns, then." Evan pinches Tommy's side, making him squeal in a decidedly non-manly way. "I'm going first."

[collectwithry]

[nando161mando]

Just make chatGPT CEO of Open AI. It shares a lot of qualities with your average CEO:

- Steals other people's ideas

- Valued by the market at much more than it's worth

- Doesn't remember things it previously said

- Says patently absurd things with absolute confidence

- Doesn't know what it's doing

- Doesn't really believe in facts so much as what it feels is probably right

[yngai]

i've given ada several (related) professions to corporate espionage, both because her job is often muddled between an intelligence operative, a private investigator & sometimes an assassin/mercenary depending on which source you are using (it's important to note here that annette's description of her in RE2R as a mercenary looking to sell golgotha to the highest bidder is pure guesswork, not ada's reasoning for seeking out g nor her profession. much like krauser describing her as the bitch in the red dress it's a case of other characters' interpretation of ada being retrofitted onto her character by the fandom) & i don't wanna hyperfocus on espionage as a driving force behind ada's role in a thread

i wanna explore more possibilities with her character & as i've mentioned a few times the most spy work she performs after RE2 is intelligence gathering (paging luis for info on the plaga through their exchanged e-mails & asking for dominant parasite as evidence) her work otherwise resembling that of a gentleman thief (sneaking into the cult to secure the sample itself while zipping about in her trademark hook-shot) &, well, i do love my lupin the third

but i also am very much led by humor & when it comes to ada spying on wesker & javier hidalgo by proxy the best way to describe her role is as, essentially, a mystery shopper for criminal organizations/pharmaceutical companies interested in bioterror. somebody sent over by the federation of pharmaceutical companies (the true identity of the organization from OG RE4, which is my own speculation to be justified eventually) to figure out the innerworkings of an organization sometimes posing as a broker, a potential buyer or infiltrating under a falsified identity & gathering information from within to be sent back to her real employers. she begins freelancing after 2004, both in the criminal underworld & working with 'reputable', publicly traded pharmaceutical companies where the illegal side of her business is more of an open secret & irrelevant because of her experience/skillset, but the nature of her profession never changes. ada likes her options & while her draw to espionage came from her early days pursuing an acting career but dreading the potential of a public reputation, she has picked up several talents on the side that not only aid her with her primary job but allow her to seek out different work if she's ever bored

[kingdomofwildwood]

I WONDER WHO THE MYSTERY SHOPPER COULD POSSIBLY BE

TRULY ONE OF THE MYSTERIES OF OUR AGE

[fictionalfoodpolls]

[mysteryshopper1]

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[ben-miller-art]

The Mystery Shopper - Poster 1

Ensuring a proper retail experience isn't always all glitz and glam.

Playing around and fleshing out more Mystery Shopper stuff

[cxeinc]

How to Choose the Right Secret Shopper Company for Your Business Needs?

Choosing the correct secret shopper company is crucial for companies looking to boost customer service, sustain brand standards, and attain meaningful insights into their operations. With so many mystery shopping companies available, the choice can be overwhelming.

Before going ahead, let us understand mystery shopping.

What is Mystery Shopping?

Mystery shopping, also known as secret shopping, is a process businesses use to assess their service quality, team behavior, and overall customer experience. It involves deploying trained individuals to act as regular customers, observe interactions, and evaluate diverse service standards without revealing their identities.

Unlike other data collection forms, such as customer feedback or surveys, mystery shopping delivers a neutral and firsthand account of how services are offered at the base level. This strategy helps businesses find areas that require refinement, assures compliance with brand policies, and sustains consistency across multiple touchpoints.

This article will help you guide the selection process and find the best mystery shopper companies that align with your business goals, assuring you get the most value from your investment.

Recognize Your Business Goals

Before engaging with any mystery shopping service, it is critical to define your objectives. Do you want to?

Improve customer service and staff behavior?

Evaluate the presentation, quality and employee knowledge of products?

Ensure compliance with brand policies and service standards?

A retail store might focus on how employees engage with customers, while a hospitality chain may prioritize service quality and delivery. Clear goals ensure the service aligns with your expectations and delivers targeted insights.

2.      Choose Industry-Specific Expertise

Not all secret shopper companies specialize in every industry. To gain relevant insights, look for a partner with experience in your sector.

A transportation provider would require a mystery shopping service with experience assessing customer interactions and focusing on quality delivery standards. Choosing an industry-specific partner ensures the evaluation meets industry norms and expectations.

3.      Evaluate Reporting Capabilities

The best mystery shopping companies deliver thorough, actionable reports that can be used to make informed decisions. Assess what type of reporting the company offers—are they delivering real-time analytics, extensive summaries, or tailored recommendations?

Daily reports deliver service consistency across multiple customer journey touchpoints and quarterly performance insights.

4.      Assess Their Reputation and Case Studies

Look for companies with proven track records. Research reviews, client testimonials, and case studies to understand the company’s strengths.

If a mystery shopping company has worked with recognized labels in your industry and delivered measurable results, it’s a satisfactory trustworthiness indicator. Client success stories provide insights into the company’s ability to meet your expectations.

5.      Consider Flexibility and Customization

Every business is unique, so choose a mystery shopping service that offers customizable solutions. A flexible provider will tailor their approach to your needs, ensuring you receive relevant data and actionable feedback.

A retail store with seasonal collections may require more frequent evaluations during peak seasons and periodic assessments for promotional events. Customization ensures your business gets the precise insights it needs to grow.

6.      Understand the Costs and ROI

While budget is essential, it is equally important to focus on the value provided. Assess the mystery shopping service based on its potential return on investment (ROI).

A company that offers higher-quality insights, better-trained secret shoppers, and advanced reporting tools may have a higher upfront cost but will likely deliver more significant long-term benefits by preventing revenue loss and enhancing customer experience.

Make an Informed Decision

Choosing the right secret shopper company involves:

Understanding your goals.

Selecting industry-specific expertise.

Ensuring the service provides meaningful insights with detailed reports.

The best mystery shopping companies can help businesses determine areas of concern, build transparent customer relationships, and enhance operational efficiency.

Partnering with a company that delivers customization and proven results assures your mystery shopping actions align with your business strategy and drive measurable success.

Ready to elevate your customer experience? Partner with a trusted mystery shopping service today and unlock valuable insights for your business!

About the Author: CXE, a recognized industry leader, works with airports, hospitality, food and beverage, retail, and business and government clients to create some of the nation's most innovative and successful customer (CX) and employee experience (EX) improvement programs. With a stronghold in the airport arena, CXE is known for designing strategic airport customer experience and service culture programs that span all airport passenger-facing teams. 

CXE builds each client strategy utilizing a comprehensive approach to CX and EX, including service measurement, training, recognition and appreciation programs and performance coaching. CXE has earned the trust of airport executives and service partners, including airlines, security, TSA, retail, concessions, and duty-free operations teams in over 100 airports across North America. CXE is headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland and brings together some of the industry's most successful customer experience professionals to help clients BOOST employee engagement, SPARK customer delight and DRIVE organizational success.

[jadeannbyrne]

Rebirth of Wings: Behind the Pink Curtain at Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2024 Triumphant Return To Flight

Jade Ann Byrne: The Great Imposter Bringing Wings Back to the Victoria’s Secret Runway By Jade Ann Byrne, Live from the Pink Carpet New York, New York I wasn’t just a spectator. I wasn’t just another press pass dangling from a lanyard. I was embedded, deep within the heart of one of fashion’s most highly anticipated events—today. A mystery shopper in designer heels, slipping through backstage…

[collectwithry]