How much do you/should you tip? - Page 2

KrazeeStacee · 06-24-2006, 05:25 PM

I try to tip the most I can usually, unless the service is shitty of course...but I really only use food services and occassionally a hair stylist. I move my own shit, I clean my own car, and I carry my own bags and I don't use taxis, if I do someone else is paying. I gave my hair stylist a 50% tip last time. But my hair cuts aren't really expensive.

bardy · 06-24-2006, 07:48 PM

I didnt tip the people that delivered the mattress or TV. I consulted with two of my friends who actually had the job of delivering mattresses for a while and they said they hardly ever got tipped and it wasnt something they expected from people.

Junebug · 06-24-2006, 08:00 PM

I tip waiters and pizza delivery people kind of a lot, usually about 25%. I have a real problem tipping hairstylists for some reason. i'm already paying a ridiculous amount for them to trim 1/4 inch off my hair; I don't see why I have to give another 10 bucks on top of that. usually i'll give a five to the stylist and two to the shampoo person, but that's it.

sppunk · 06-24-2006, 10:57 PM

I hate tipping and the fact American companies rely on their patrons to pay the salaries of the employees.

It's bullshit and America is the really only country this is the case.

jared · 06-24-2006, 11:04 PM

cmon man, like you arent swimming in money already!

wally · 06-24-2006, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by sppunk

I hate tipping and the fact American companies rely on their patrons to pay the salaries of the employees.

It's bullshit and America is the really only country this is the case.

In Europe, money magically comes out of thin air to pay the salaries of employees? Of course the patrons pay the salaries of the employees!

skippy · 06-24-2006, 11:34 PM

I always tip 20% unless the service is real bad. More for exceptional service. Mark LeDrew is no cheapass.

Quiet CD · 06-24-2006, 11:52 PM

Food Delivery: couple of dollars
Room Service: (never had to tip for this)
Bag Service (luggage carriers): (same as above)
Car Washers: couple of dollars
Furniture/Mattress Delivery (this is for Brady): (never had to tip for this)
Hair Stylists: handjobs (i cut my own hair)
Other: Waiting 15-20%, this doesn't count places where you order your food then go sit down.

Nate the Grate · 06-24-2006, 11:53 PM

I work at a place where I get tipped regularly, and every time I do, I feel verrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrry uncomfortable. especially because they try either try to slip it to me quickly and slyly (fold up the money, hide in their hand) or make a big joking deal about it (make it a point to notice that they're putting their change in the tip jar). it's really quite awkward for me.

shattering fast · 06-25-2006, 12:35 AM

I don't think tipping is really big in Australia. I tell the pizza delivery dudes to keep the change.

Junebug · 06-25-2006, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by sppunk

I hate tipping and the fact American companies rely on their patrons to pay the salaries of the employees.

It's bullshit and America is the really only country this is the case.

I sort of agree with you, but then again I'd much rather pay 15-20% more for American-quality service in a restaurant than the service you get overseas.

Orenthal James · 06-25-2006, 12:45 AM

i cut my own hair and dont partake in most of that other shit. with food bills and shit i triple the tax and add a dollar or two.

when i go out drinking i tip the fuck out of everyone

TuralyonW3 · 06-25-2006, 02:57 AM

my answer for all of those would be 10-20% depending on the level of service, a buck or two for the stuff where % doesn't apply.

Aeroplane · 06-25-2006, 03:00 AM

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Originally Posted by TuralyonW3

my answer for all of those would be 10-20% depending on the level of service, a buck or two for the stuff where % doesn't apply.

but that's where i get confused sometime. does a buck or two suffice, or is it always percentage based (for like the stylists, etc)?

Hillzy · 06-25-2006, 03:01 AM

I thought you guys had a certain percentage you tipped everyone. This sounds like a total nightmare where you go around either pissing people off or wasting money.

Aeroplane · 06-25-2006, 03:05 AM

hell, even oprah had to do a show on it. what she says is the gospel, but fuck her - like i'm going to watch her show.

TuralyonW3 · 06-25-2006, 03:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Aeroplane

but that's where i get confused sometime. does a buck or two suffice, or is it always percentage based (for like the stylists, etc)?

i'd keep it percentage based if there is a tab involved. like if it's a $50 haircut i'd probably tip 5 bucks or so.

dean moriaty · 06-25-2006, 04:22 AM

in britain i tip waiters and sometimes food delivery people, occasionally taxi drivers but nothing else.

when i've been in america i ask liz what to leave or just hand her my wallet when the bill shows up :D

06-24-2006, 05:25 PM	#31
KrazeeStacee Immortal Location: Sherwood Forest Posts: 21,296	I try to tip the most I can usually, unless the service is shitty of course...but I really only use food services and occassionally a hair stylist. I move my own shit, I clean my own car, and I carry my own bags and I don't use taxis, if I do someone else is paying. I gave my hair stylist a 50% tip last time. But my hair cuts aren't really expensive.

06-24-2006, 07:48 PM	#32
bardy Immortal Location: helllllloooooo!! Posts: 20,831	I didnt tip the people that delivered the mattress or TV. I consulted with two of my friends who actually had the job of delivering mattresses for a while and they said they hardly ever got tipped and it wasnt something they expected from people.

06-24-2006, 08:00 PM	#33
Junebug Minion of Satan Posts: 7,072	I tip waiters and pizza delivery people kind of a lot, usually about 25%. I have a real problem tipping hairstylists for some reason. i'm already paying a ridiculous amount for them to trim 1/4 inch off my hair; I don't see why I have to give another 10 bucks on top of that. usually i'll give a five to the stylist and two to the shampoo person, but that's it.

06-24-2006, 10:57 PM	#34
sppunk Netphoria's George Will Location: Fenway Park Posts: 37,125	I hate tipping and the fact American companies rely on their patrons to pay the salaries of the employees. It's bullshit and America is the really only country this is the case.

06-24-2006, 11:04 PM	#35
jared Apocalyptic Poster Location: sacramento, ca, usa Posts: 2,193	cmon man, like you arent swimming in money already!

06-24-2006, 11:34 PM	#37
skippy Apocalyptic Poster Location: NJ Posts: 4,096	I always tip 20% unless the service is real bad. More for exceptional service. Mark LeDrew is no cheapass.

06-24-2006, 11:52 PM	#38
Quiet CD Apocalyptic Poster Location: wherever you aren't Posts: 3,241	Food Delivery: couple of dollars Room Service: (never had to tip for this) Bag Service (luggage carriers): (same as above) Car Washers: couple of dollars Furniture/Mattress Delivery (this is for Brady): (never had to tip for this) Hair Stylists: handjobs (i cut my own hair) Other: Waiting 15-20%, this doesn't count places where you order your food then go sit down.

06-24-2006, 11:53 PM	#39
Nate the Grate Minion of Satan Posts: 6,212	I work at a place where I get tipped regularly, and every time I do, I feel verrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrry uncomfortable. especially because they try either try to slip it to me quickly and slyly (fold up the money, hide in their hand) or make a big joking deal about it (make it a point to notice that they're putting their change in the tip jar). it's really quite awkward for me.

06-25-2006, 12:35 AM	#40
shattering fast Ownz Location: Under the sycamore trees Posts: 652	I don't think tipping is really big in Australia. I tell the pizza delivery dudes to keep the change.

06-25-2006, 12:45 AM	#42
Orenthal James Minion of Satan Location: standard hotel accommodation Posts: 9,399	i cut my own hair and dont partake in most of that other shit. with food bills and shit i triple the tax and add a dollar or two. when i go out drinking i tip the fuck out of everyone

06-25-2006, 02:57 AM	#43
TuralyonW3 Immortal Posts: 25,567	my answer for all of those would be 10-20% depending on the level of service, a buck or two for the stuff where % doesn't apply.

06-25-2006, 03:01 AM	#45
Hillzy Apocalyptic Poster Location: Posting Rules You may post new threads You may post replies You may post attachments You may edit your posts Posts: 4,184	I thought you guys had a certain percentage you tipped everyone. This sounds like a total nightmare where you go around either pissing people off or wasting money.

06-25-2006, 03:05 AM	#46
Aeroplane Minion of Satan Location: fine. i must finally admit it: LA, CA Posts: 8,587	hell, even oprah had to do a show on it. what she says is the gospel, but fuck her - like i'm going to watch her show.

06-25-2006, 04:22 AM	#48
dean moriaty lion of saloons Location: ^ Posts: 7,370	in britain i tip waiters and sometimes food delivery people, occasionally taxi drivers but nothing else. when i've been in america i ask liz what to leave or just hand her my wallet when the bill shows up :D