Angela Megasko
Market Viewpoint, LLC
After many years of fine-tuning her marketing skills in corporate America jobs, Angela decided to venture out on her own. Being the daughter of an entrepreneur, it was only natural for her to be interested in starting her own company. In 1996, Angela established Market Viewpoint, a market research firm specializing in mystery shopping.
I thought doctors were supposed to be smart people. The more I encounter this population in the medical community, the more I see that...
Vacation – it's a beautiful thing, isn't it? Apparently not in the United States. ABC News reports that only 57% of Americans take all...
Like a constellation of praise, the little stars that represent restaurant and hotel ratings tell us we're looking at something special. We do the...
Ever see a receipt bearing the words "thanks to you, our valued customer" – and how often do you scoff? Especially when the receipt...
In these tense economic times, job seekers are constantly told by experts to bring something extra, stand out from the crowd. "It's the added...
The credit card commercial's catchphrase tells us to blithely charge all those pesky expenses like clothing, computer accessories, or even hot dogs at the...
A small business owner who'd had success selling online decided to expand, opening a real bricks-and-mortar shop. Yes, it's the reverse of so many...
The ultimate illustration of perseverance in action took place 31 years ago this month. At the Lake Placid Olympics, a youthful team of amateur...
Have you ever had an idea you know others would applaud if they'd just take time to embrace it? And when their reaction is...
We've all heard the mantra: "If at first you don't succeed, try, try again." How many of us apply it to customer service? It's...
Bright red envelopes and heart-shaped cards, cupcakes with pink frosting and "conversation hearts"-BE MINE! U'RE SWEET—remember Valentine's Day in those grade school days? Getting...
I love snow days. Even though I am now the owner of a mystery shopping company and long past grade school, the forecast of...
I hate sappy New Year messages and if I read one more blog, article, letter, card, or email wishing me a Happy New Year,...
The holiday season is upon us. Whatever your business may be, we all have to get wrapped up in this season in some form...
A wonderful friend and mentor of mine once explained the difference of a job, career and calling to me. He explained that how...
What's the rush? Why are we all in such a hurry? Why do we all seem to be moving at the speed of light...
With the busy holiday and end-of-year season approaching, are you sure your employees know what NOT to say to a customer? You might...
Here at Market Viewpoint- our co-worker, Shannon, saw a story on one of the morning news shows the other week where they profiled a...
Let's face it. It's the rare employee who likes to be evaluated. Most employees tremble in fear as managers announce performance review time and...
A wonderful friend and mentor of mine once explained the difference of a job, career and calling to me. He explained that how...