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New Project Self-Assign Shopper Test

by Confero Inc.

Be on the lookout for new shops on our job board! Today we are releasing a new set of shops as self-assign only. These shops are for a new program that requires shoppers to attempt to purchase a pack of cigarettes using a competitor’s coupon. These are easy shops with a short, concise survey.

Qualifications for this program:

Shopper must have a verified Social Security Number in our system. Please visit your Shopper Profile to confirm.
Shopper must have a rating of 7 or higher.
Shopper must read the shopper guidelines and pass the self-assign shopper test.
You do not have to be a smoker to participate in this project – your final purchase will NOT include cigarettes

This project is one-time only and must be completed within only a few days. Passing the test is required for all shoppers interested in these shops. We need shoppers who are self-sufficient; shoppers who read the guidelines and follow them without issue. We need shoppers who are dependable and will complete the shop on time and at the correct location. We need shoppers who will submit their validation and online survey without reminders.

Confero Profiled in Triangle Business Journal

by Confero Inc.

Cary, NC — October 2, 2009 Confero Inc. was profiled in the Business Journal’s “Sales and Marketing: Sales Stories” section this week. Click here to read the full article entitled: Using Metrics to Help Retail Shops Sell More”.

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Confero Reiterates Consumer Warning of Scam Artist Posing as Confero Recruiter in Fake Checks Scam

by Confero Inc.

Update….
Many consumers have received checks in the mail along with a letter on official-looking Confero letterhead. These are fake.

Confero does not send checks to shoppers as payment to shoppers.

Confero does not issue certified checks for shoppers to use during mystery shops.

Confero does not shop Western Union or Moneygram.

Also, add the names Melissa Cole and Timothy Reeds to the list of fake Confero scheduler names being used.

Most of the fake checks we have been made aware of are drawn on BBVA or Compass Bank. Confero does not have an account with those banks. THE CHECKS ARE FAKE. DO NOT CASH THEM. Click here to see BBVA Bank’s consumer alert about the scam.

As discussed in earlier posts, we have received requests from would-be mystery shoppers asking that we validate the employment of Robert Preston, Micheal Thomforde, James Clayton, Paula Moore, Carlos Burnett, Chris Jordan and now Alexander Hopkins. None of these persons work for Confero. These are made-up names used in official-looking email messages from people trying to scam unsuspecting consumers. Sometimes, the scam emails have been spoofed to look like the message is from Confero and to hide the true origin of the email. Other times, the sender simply pastes the Confero name or website into his or her email message. Either way, these scammers are attempting to fool consumers into thinking they are dealing with Confero.

Persons interested in legitimate mystery shopping may visit the Mystery Shopping Providers Association (MSPA) website for information about ethical, legitimate mystery shopping companies. Confero is a member of the MSPA. To register your interest to mystery shop for Confero,please visit the Shoppers’ Center tab above for complete details.

If you have fallen victim to this scam, or if you have been contacted by any of these scammers, please file a complaint with

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Refer a friend and you could win $50! List Updated January 8, 2010

by Confero Inc.

Updated 01/08/10

We are pleased to announce our newest Shopper Hot Spots areas.

These are areas in which we need to recruit additional mystery shoppers for a variety of reasons:

We need shoppers who live near the locations being shopped, especially in this time of high gas prices!
Shoppers are rotated so several shoppers are needed in each location being shopped, even in small-town markets!
We may have new programs starting in an area.

Current Hot Spots….
These are the cities in which we need shoppers NOW and we would appreciate your referrals. At the end of each month, we will draw the name of one lucky referrer who will receive a $50 bonus from Confero (to qualify, your referred friend must have successfully completed a mystery shop). We will announce the winners here each month (in such a way that identities are kept secret!)

Just click on a city below

We welcome all referrals, but only those for the cities below will qualify for the monthly drawing.

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