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Tipping Point: Why Your Gratuity Can Make All the Difference

The question “Why tip?” has been debated for years. In this article, we’ll explore the reasons behind tipping, the factors that influence it, and guidelines to help you navigate this social custom. We’ll also briefly explain the standards of tipping within the Tradebank network, and its participating members.

The Value of Tipping

Supporting Industry Workers

The service industry goes above and beyond to ensure that their employees provide exceptional service. Customers usually show their appreciation for the effort and time invested by tipping. It’s surprising to note that some service-based workers rely heavily on tips to make ends meet. For instance, servers earn a meager $2.13 per hour before tips, and shockingly, only seven states mandate servers to earn minimum wage before tips.

When it comes to other service professionals, you’re showing them a generosity that says, “Hey, I really appreciate what you’re doing for me. Thank you for spending 90 minutes working those knots out of my back, thank you for making sure my car was not damaged and parked efficiently, thank you for doing a fabulous job on my hair, thanks for carrying my bags to my room.”

Encouraging Good Service

Tipping also serves as an incentive for service workers to provide excellent service. A good tip can be a tangible way to express appreciation for a job well done, motivating workers to continue putting in their best efforts.

Personal Philosophy

Ultimately, your personal beliefs about cash tipping will influence your habits. Some people believe that tipping is a crucial way to support service workers, while others feel that employers should pay a living wage and eliminate the need for tipping.

Tipping as a Tradebank member

We ask that gratuities are to be paid at a minimum of 18% in cash for all industries where tipping is appropriate.

At Tradebank, we pride ourselves in our hard-working, closely connected network of clients. If you’re consuming products or services from a participating member, let the member know that you value their participation in Tradebank with a generous tip and ensure they look forward to seeing you again.

If you feel the service of a participating Tradebank member doesn’t warrant at least an 18% gratuity, we ask that you contact management before leaving the premises. And try to remember, even the best servers have bad days.

As always, ask your Tradebank broker or the proprietor of the establishment what is appropriate if in doubt.

Thanks for reading! Remember to tip generously to support workers and encourage good service. Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for more informative articles.

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