Mystery shopping can sound like a dream side hustle. After all, who wouldn’t love getting paid to shop, dine or visit a spa or theater while secretly evaluating their service? But it’s not all nice ...

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In an era dominated by AI‑powered cameras, smart shelves and predictive analytics, the traditional mystery shopper strategy for retailers might seem like a thing of the past. But as the founder and ...