A guest post by Ginger for Budgest Are Sexy

You never know who I am, when I’m coming, or where I’ll pop up. Today, I’m just a random customer buying a bagel with cream cheese on the way to work. Two weeks from now, I’ll be the stupid lady at the electronics store testing employee product knowledge (and patience) by asking annoying questions about the “features and benefits” of the latest LED TV.

Sometimes I can be spotted from a mile away based on my actions, but more than likely I’ll remain discreet in my behavior, so as not to be obvious and cause a scene. Why? Because I’m a mystery shopper and remaining as anonymous as possible is the name of the game.

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