Internet Services For The Mystery Shopper (Ask The Coach)

Question:

I currently have DSL, but I'm seriously thinking about switching to Netzero or another internet provider that is more cost-efficient. If I discontinue my DSL service, will this be a problem in becoming a secret shopper or limit my work assigments?

Answer From Coach Melanie:

I don't think a non-broadband-based Net Zero or dial up type ISP is the answer to cost efficiency. I used to be on dial up and switched to high speed and will never go back.

Mystery shoppers do most of their networking for assignments online as well as filing reports. You want to have reliable service that saves you time because you are not wasting valuable minutes waiting for pages to load or having issues receiving e-mail on a timely basis.

Note that since you are an independent contractor in most cases as a mystery shopper for the various companies you will work for, you will likely be able to deduct your DSL from your taxes as a business expense (but check this out with your tax advisor as I am not a tax professional).

Have a great day and happy shopping!

Taking the mystery out of professional mystery shopping--Melanie Jordan http://www.mysteryshoppercoach.com

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