Things were going real well today with GlobalTestMarket. Unusually well. I seemed to be on a roll. Qualified for two surveys in a row (worth 30 points each - $1.50 each).
Got notified of yet another survey in my inbox. 30 market points for 10mins. Cool. I'll do it. So I clicked and started on it.
I was almost at the end of that particular survey and then I get a message that, sorry, I didn't qualify for it and that I'd get a free entry into a frikkin sweepstake. GRRRR.
Dear GlobalTestMarket. Let's do the math.
Expected survey length = 10 minutes.
Length of time member does survey before being booted off = 7 mins.
Make sense = Erm. No.
Slightly frustrating = Yes.
Good thing I got the two previous surveys out of the way and got the points for it. So at 120 market points, I have 880 more points before reaching the $50 payout. Oh the joy (note: sarcasm).
Don't mind me. I guess I'll be singing a different tune when I get the cheque. For my last two $50 GTM payouts, it took me an average of 8 months each time. Some people reach payout a lot quicker on there - it's all down to your profile. But now points per survey have been reduced and it's harder to qualify for them, I anticipate it'll take longer.
I'm somewhat of the prodigal daughter when it comes to GlobalTestMarket as I didn't use it for a while last year. Now I'm back, I'm not sure I'm ready to stick around long enough to reach another payout.
I'll give it til this time next month and reassess.
MissEb.
2 comments:
I looked into paid survey taking some time ago but in the end concluded that the time invested is not well compensated. I think blogging and web article writing are more lucrative in the long run, but a little extra money from them is fun if you have writing block and are taking a break.
Hi Maria,
I agree. Those two are definitely more lucrative. No buts about that. For me, it's a curiosity, an interest (albeit on & off at times) and a way to make a bit of pocket change.
Have a great month and thanks for passing by and leaving a comment.
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