I’ve been a mystery shopper off and on for a few years. Stopped for a while due to time constraints. But I’m back now with a few companies – some better to work with than others.
One I’ve really enjoyed, and that pays better when you figure it per hour than the others, is Gap Busters, based in Australia. They handle McDonalds. Probably some other companies, but not around here.
Last week I did three McD’s shops in the Bozeman area. for the two that weren’t so close to home, I worked in some other errand running, so the day wasn’t wasted. Basically, I got free breakfast and lunch, more to take home (the kids don’t mind it being a few hours old) plus $20, while going in to do shopping and research anyway. I can handle that!

Next week, I’m heading out to West Yellowstone. Gap Busters called a few minutes ago and we negotiated a rate to make it worthwhile to spend half a day driving 180 miles to eat lunch. Of course, if the snow doesn’t let up, I’ll have to reschedule. But they’re very workable when they don’t have someone closer.

Might have to check out the Bear/Wolf Discovery Center while I’m there. Haven’t been in a while.