How to Become a Mystery Shopper: The Only Book You'll Ever Need (Paperback)

by Elaine Moran (Author) "The purpose of a business is to provide a competitive service or product and make a profit for its owners..." (more)
Key Phrases: New York, Social Security Number, Private Investigator

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This book was more than I expected. It is complete, thorough and easy to understand. -- John, Mira Costa College, March 2006

Product Description
A comprehensive guide to becoming a Mystery Shopper includes a step by step and easy to follow approach.

Explains what a mystery shopper is, how to avoid scams, where and how to apply, and how to write evaluations.

A full listing of legitimate companies and contacts is also included.

Learn from a professional shopper and educator.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Mystery Shoppers Training Group (March 2006)
• ISBN-10: 0977736504
• ISBN-13: 978-0977736508
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #431,637 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Mystery Shopping taught by a teacher and shopper, May 13, 2007

By	Linda M. Maass "Professor Linda" (Los Angeles ,CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

A few years ago, I was a student in Elaine's class. We got handouts and lots of information. Elaine has had years of mystery shopping experience, which gives geat credibility to her information. She has worked with all of her references. I recently got an email from her that her book was available. I ordered it and a couple of other Mystery shop books. There was no comparison of her book to the others. Her book is large 8 X 10 size with easy read print. It has lots of sources for Mystery Shopping Companies, plus online survey companies, and local focus groups, so there are many ways to make money . She has charts and graphs and what to keep track of as you would for a business. She has samples of retail reports,retail shopper scenarios, and all sorts of insiders tips. This book is the bible of mystery shopping. It is the only one needed.

5.0 out of 5 stars Read it cover to cover!, May 28, 2007

By	T. Williams "T. Williams" (Orange County, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I've read How to Become a Mystery Shopper cover to cover and found it to be very informative and easy to follow. It's an amazing industry and Ms. Moran has helped me learn how to take advantage of free restaurant meals, carpet cleaning, movies, glasses, and even hotel stays. I've attended her college course, but still found the book to be full of useful information. I recommend it highly for anyone interested in mystery shopping or who wants to develop their mystery shopping skills.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Secret Shopping Made Easy, February 5, 2008

By	J. Vogel "Shopgirl" (Windsor, Colorado) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book made my first shop so easy. It also made applying for secret shops a snap. There are so many questions on the applications of various companies. This book prepared me to complete the questionnaires with confidence. My first shop I was rated a 10 on a scale of 1-10 with 10 being the highest. The higher the rating, the more shops you are eligible for. A great book.