Good essay on TIP ! I used to always TIP 20% , even for poor service when eating out. Waiting on tables is a hard job as you say. However, everyone has a bad day once in a while. I can't pretend to know why sometimes service is bad but I figure perhaps I can make their day better if I give them the 20% TIP anyway. You never know the effect your kindness will have on someone who may not deserve it. That being said, in today's world it seems like businesses are charging a "fee" for letting you walk through the doors ! TIP is a service fee now and not always optional. You get what you get when you get it! Prompt or otherwise. Prices are up on everything and my spending power is proportionately decreased as my income is "fixed". Therefore, TIPs have become a moot point for me (and many others) since I can no longer afford to imbibe in the local eateries as I once did when gainfully employed. However, my philosophy still stands, kindness is always my best option.
No tip for you my friend!
The only tip you get is to “stay out of the hot sun!” 😎
Good essay on TIP ! I used to always TIP 20% , even for poor service when eating out. Waiting on tables is a hard job as you say. However, everyone has a bad day once in a while. I can't pretend to know why sometimes service is bad but I figure perhaps I can make their day better if I give them the 20% TIP anyway. You never know the effect your kindness will have on someone who may not deserve it. That being said, in today's world it seems like businesses are charging a "fee" for letting you walk through the doors ! TIP is a service fee now and not always optional. You get what you get when you get it! Prompt or otherwise. Prices are up on everything and my spending power is proportionately decreased as my income is "fixed". Therefore, TIPs have become a moot point for me (and many others) since I can no longer afford to imbibe in the local eateries as I once did when gainfully employed. However, my philosophy still stands, kindness is always my best option.
TY Sharon,
I appreciate you and your comments.
Thanks, Jim, for your usual thoughtful commentary.