What is Mystery Shopping?

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If you have ever wondered how to become a mystery shopper, you’re in the right place! I have worked as a part-time mystery shopper for 20 years. It’s an excellent way to make some extra money, and get free products, and services. The best part is mystery shopping has enabled me to travel the world. No joke. But, let’s not jump ahead too far, too soon.

Mystery shopping is a way for company owners to see how their businesses are operating from the typical customer’s perspective. Mystery shoppers, also called secret shoppers, are sent to stores, restaurants, spas and everything in between, to evaluate the customer service received, overall experience, and goods or services purchased. Want to try out that new Cuban restaurant in your neighborhood? There might be a mystery shopping job for that! Need your carpets cleaned? Yep. There are assignments for that, too. Need new windshield wiper blades? Just got mine this week, and as you may have guessed, while on assignment as a mystery shopper. The sky is truly the limit with the types of assignments available.

Want to become a shopper? Sign up for one of my PREMIER mystery shopping digital courses! Or get a copy of the book How to Become a Mystery Shopper. The courses and book will teach you everything you need to know to get started right away. Seriously. Follow my instructions and you can be mystery shopping that same day! Order the book HERE.