Issue One Hundred Two

Kinesis

Company Overview: According to the company website, “The word ‘Kinesis’ is Greek in origin and means both ‘motion or change’ and, in the philosophy of Aristotle, ‘the actualization of potential.’” Founded in 2001, the company’s philosophy is to better align client’s service execution with their customer’s expectations. It does this by offering customer surveys, employee…

The Accidental Stunt Double

I trotted along at what I thought was a decent pace.  I’m not built for speed but I could definitely keep up as I tried out the suggested treadmill. Having already “pumped iron” at the weight-lifting stations while the fitness salon manager  promoted the benefits and features of their location I persisted despite the catty…

Mystery Shopping Scams: How To Stay Safe as a Mystery Shopper

Mystery shopping scams are a frequent topic of discussion on Mystery Shop Forum. Often it starts with a post asking, “Is this a scam?” The poster is sometimes posing the question a little too late—after they have deposited the fraudulent check. To those who are familiar with the scammers’ typical modus operandi, it appears obvious;…