All articles tagged with #gratuity
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TODAY
The article discusses the increasing prevalence and expectations of gratuity requests in various service settings, questioning whether these requests are becoming excessive and exploring the impact on consumer behavior and social norms.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KABC-TV
There is a growing backlash against tipping as new data reveals that some service industry workers are receiving fewer tips compared to last year. The debate over tipping has sparked discussions about the appropriate amount of gratuity, with some individuals experiencing "tipping fatigue" due to excessive requests for tips. Data from payroll provider Gusto shows that service-sector workers in non-restaurant jobs have seen a 7% decrease in tips, while tips for restaurant workers have increased by 3% since last November. Factors such as inflation and the proliferation of tip prompts are contributing to people questioning the nature of tipping, with discretion being emphasized when deciding whether to tip.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
Americans are cutting back on gratuity as tipping prompts become more pervasive, with tipping for service workers in non-restaurant leisure and hospitality jobs down 7% from last year. Nearly three-quarters of Americans believe tipping is now expected in more places compared to five years ago. The use of touch screens in taxis and coffee shops suggesting high gratuities has led to frustration and social media satire. The pressure to tip on every transaction has reached a breaking point, causing Americans to decrease the amount they tip. However, holiday season and end-of-year tips are still expected to increase for certain professionals.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
A Domino's Pizza delivery driver in Seattle shocked social media by revealing that she earned around $115 in tips during a typical five-hour shift, on top of her $15 per hour base salary. In a TikTok video, she showed proof of the cash she received from customers, ranging from $3 to nearly $10 per delivery. The resurfaced clip comes amid an ongoing debate about tipping culture in America, as touch screens and in-your-face tipping requests become the norm.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Life
A new study by the Pew Research Center reveals that Americans are divided and confused about tipping practices in the United States. Many dislike recent trends such as added service fees and suggested tipping amounts. The study found that 72% of people believe tipping is expected in more places today than it was five years ago, while 72% oppose service charges. There is also confusion about when and how much to tip, with 34% finding it difficult to know whether to tip and 33% unsure about how much to tip. The survey also highlights that Americans have different views on tipping, with 29% considering it an obligation, 21% seeing it as a choice, and 49% saying it depends on the situation. Advances in technology have contributed to the uncertainty, and there is a lack of consensus on tipping rules. Additionally, the survey reveals that many Americans are not generous tippers, with 57% saying they would tip 15% or less for average food and service at a restaurant.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
A new study by the Pew Research Center reveals that Americans are divided and confused about tipping in the United States. Many dislike recent trends such as added service fees and suggested tipping amounts. With the proliferation of workers expecting gratuities, 72% of people feel that tipping is expected in more places today than five years ago. The study also found that there is confusion about when and how much to tip, with higher-income and more educated individuals expressing more uncertainty. Additionally, the survey highlights that Americans are not even on the same page about what tipping is, with 29% considering it an obligation, 21% seeing it as a choice, and 49% saying it depends on the situation. Advances in technology have further contributed to the uncertainty.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by HuffPost
A survey conducted by the Pew Research Center reveals that most Americans believe the expectation to tip has increased in recent years, but they feel uncertain about when and how much to tip. Over 70% of respondents said that more businesses now expect their workers to be tipped compared to five years ago. However, only around a third of respondents find it easy to know when and how much to tip. The survey also found that Americans are more likely to tip restaurant servers (90%) compared to app-based delivery workers (76%), ride-share drivers (61%), and coffee shop baristas (25%). Respondents generally dislike suggested tip amounts and automatic tips or service charges. Most respondents believe that the tips they leave should go directly to the restaurant worker who served them.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Business Insider
Delivery drivers are weighing in on the debate over tipping on food delivery orders. While some drivers suggest a good tip is 15% to 20% of the total bill, others argue that percentage-based tips don't always account for the time and effort involved in delivering an order. Factors such as distance, travel time, and wait times can affect the value of a tip. Drivers recommend considering these factors when tipping, especially for longer delivery routes. They also highlight the costs associated with maintaining their vehicles and suggest that customers should view delivery as a separate service when determining tips.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by San Francisco Chronicle
Digital tipping screens are becoming more common in stores and restaurants in the Bay Area, prompting mixed reactions from readers. Some find the constant asks for tips frustrating and feel guilt-tripped, while others appreciate the ease and convenience of tipping screens. Many respondents believe that tipping is a poor solution to broken pay structures and that corporations should pay their workers fair wages. The use of digital tipping screens is spurring a cultural reckoning over the role of gratuity in the Bay Area.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
Americans are feeling the pressure to tip everywhere, even when they have served themselves. iPads stationed in coffee shops and airport kiosks are automatically prompting shoppers to leave a service charge, leading to "tipping fatigue." Despite frequent grousing, Americans are tipping more than they have previously. Some businesses are even mentioning tips in their job listings to try and entice applicants. However, some restaurants are building the gratuity into the bill to make sure their employees' ability to make the money they need doesn't depend on the whims of the customer. Every service doesn't require a tip, and tipping screens are basically the same as a tip jar except you need to hit "no tip" on the screen if you're not wanting to pay a gratuity.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
Self-checkout machines at various businesses are prompting customers to leave tips, despite having no interaction with employees. Business owners believe this can boost staff pay and increase gratuities, but customers are questioning where the extra cash is going. Experts say this is a way for companies to put the responsibility of paying employees on the customer rather than increasing employee salaries themselves. However, tips at a self-checkout machine might never even get to an actual employee since protections to tipped workers in the federal Fair Labor Standards Act don’t extend to machines. The influx of tipping options has sparked lots of debate with customers online.