Tipping Is Not...
by Rocky
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posted Dec 6 2012 12:35PM
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I remember as a kid seeing a white bucket at the car wash with a handwritten sign that read: “Tipping is not a city in China.” It was years before I got the joke!
As we wind down another year it’s time to THANK all the people that help you out on a regular basis.
But what do you tip? How much is enough?
In most cases, the cost of one visit (hairstylist, cleaning person, personal trainer) is cool.
The way I look at it is if they provide me with a service on a regular basis, like Art our snowplow guy or Dave the Mailman, AND do a good job, then they definitely deserve something extra at the end of the year.
This season is about GIVING not receiving.
I can’t believe how many listeners this morning texted “I never get nothing, so I don’t tip.” Wow!!!
Obviously, if you are on a tight budget, it can be difficult to tip during the holidays.
And if that’s the case, a card of appreciation or simple THANK YOU is enough.
I 'd love your take on holiday tipping.
~Rock
Cleaning person: the cost of one visit.
Dog Walker: up to a week’s pay.
Hairstylist: the normal cost of a visit.
Letter Carrier: the U.S. Postal Service forbids carriers from accepting cash, and says gifts must be under $20 in value.
Newspaper Delivery Person: $10 to $30 unless you tip regularly throughout the year.
Nursing Home Worker: a personal gift like homemade cookies or fudge is a good way to thank someone.
Personal Trainer: a tip of $50 or the cost of a session
Teacher: consider giving a small gift, accompanied by a note or drawing by your child.
Trash Collectors: $10-$30.
Tags : Topics : Human Interest
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