Does anyone feel that since they make a good amt of money, they must tip everyone well? For instance, I went to the bar last night and got 3 drinks, appetizer, and a wrap. For each drink, I tipped a little over $2. I usually tip an exact $2, but I didn't feel like messing w/the change. The total cost of the meal was about $16 and I tipped $5. Is that dumb on my part? Part of me feels like I should share the wealth since I'm lucky to be making money and know how it feels to be tipped well in the service industry (I've also been a waitress/bartender). Another part of me feels like I shouldn't go around so carelessly w/my money b/c I work hard to earn it, despite what others may think.
I'm trying to pay off my last semester of 4-yr college, save for vacations, and save for getting a phd. I make alot compared to others per hour, but it's not like I work 40 hours/week. Hrm...
I guess what made me notice this first was watching other people who are/have been in the service industry tip. I know, I should do what I feel is right, but I'm starting to feel just plain dumb. Last night I watched my bf's sister tip a little less than 15% on her bill at the bar. She's been a waitress, beer tub girl, and bartender. I used to watch others tip and think that they haven't been in the service industry, so they don't understand. But more often I'm seeing everyone tip not so well. Maybe I really should just keep things to 20% tip and only tip extra if service was superb?



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