Austin Spaeth

8/2/2025

reviews

Wondering how to get reviews without sounding desperate or handing out discounts? You’re not alone. Most businesses know reviews are critical, but don’t have a real system for collecting them. In this guide, we’ll break down how to ask for reviews without begging, how to route happy customers to the right platforms (Google, Yelp, etc.), and how to handle unhappy customers before they go public. You’ll learn how to turn real experiences into consistent social proof, why review funnels outperform traditional review tactics, and how tools like VisibleFeedback make the whole process easier and more reliable. Whether you're a restaurant, salon, gym, or retail store, this is your honest, modern guide to getting more reviews in 2025, without the cringe.