What if the places you shop, dine and enjoy could become an opportunity?
Mystery shopping goes far beyond retail. From dining and entertainment to sporting events and attractions. The Savvy Shopper Mystery Shopping Guide shows you how the process works, where to find legitimate resources, and how to get started with confidence.
See What’s InsideMystery shopping is about evaluating real customer experiences.
Retail stores, restaurants and service businesses may use mystery-shopping programs to learn what the customer experience is really like.
Shop
Complete assigned retail experiences and observe the details requested.
Dine & Experience
Some assignments involve restaurants or other service-based experiences.
Evaluate
Follow the assignment instructions and provide the requested feedback.
Why I Created This Guide
I created The Savvy Shopper Mystery Shopping Guide because I wanted to share what I’ve learned firsthand and give others a clearer way to get started. Instead of spending hours searching online and wondering which opportunities are legitimate, I’ve brought together the information, tools, and resources I wish I had when I first started.
“Mystery shopping is something I really enjoy. I get to experience new things on my own schedule, and of course, the extra income doesn’t hurt. It’s also about having more time freedom and more time with my family. This doesn’t feel like work. It feels like I’m literally going out on a ‘blind date,’ and nobody knows but me.”
— Shay Knight
Less searching. More clarity.
The Savvy Shopper Mystery Shopping Guide was created for people who are curious about mystery shopping but don’t want to spend hours piecing together information, wondering which resources are legitimate, or unnecessarily exposing personal information to questionable sites.
Know where you’re submitting your information.
I know how important it is to start with legitimate mystery shopping companies. That’s why I’m sharing companies I personally complete assignments with, along with guidance to help you recognize important red flags as you explore other opportunities.
“As a bonus, I’m sharing three of my go-to mystery shopping companies to help you get started with confidence.” — Shay
You don’t have to figure it all out by yourself.
Instead of searching from site to site trying to determine where to begin, the Guide brings the essential getting-started information together in one place.
I can’t wait for you to become a Savvy Mystery Shopper!
— Shay Knight
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Opportunities, assignment availability and compensation vary by company, market and assignment. Purchase of the Guide does not guarantee earnings.