Holiday Season Tipping-- who do you need to tip and how much/what gift is appropriate?

Holiday Season Tipping-- who do you need to tip and how much/what gift is appropriate?
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Hah, that’s funny because I need to get my hair cut, but I’m waiting until after ********* so I don’t have to tip my hair dresser more. I wasn’t sure you really had to, but I figured you should. She’s already basically out of my budget, but she’s awesome!
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If I am not going to the hairdresser during the holiday season, should I still give her a "holiday tip?"?

Description : If I am not going to the hairdresser during the holiday season, should I still give her a "holiday tip?"?

Last Answer : answer:I think that depends on what your relationship with her is like, and what you’re willing to do. It’s a tough year for a lot of people. If you have a little extra, it’s a nice gesture.

Tip question #2: When you tip the hairdresser a holiday tip, is her regular tip included or extra?

Description : Tip question #2: When you tip the hairdresser a holiday tip, is her regular tip included or extra?

Last Answer : Well, I tip $5.00 but the cut is only $15 so….

What kind of holiday tip do you give to the hairdresser, mailman and other service people who help you in your life?

Description : What kind of holiday tip do you give to the hairdresser, mailman and other service people who help you in your life?

Last Answer : answer:My hairdresser gets a 20% tip every time I see her. If I have an appointment around Christmas, I will take cookies or brownies for her to share with her husband and sons. We're friends ... were regulars at a bar or restaurant, those people would simply get bigger tips during the holidays.

Im goin on holiday soon and all the reviews at my hotel are goin on bout leaving tips for the cleaner. where do i leave the tip coz i dnt wanna leave money in the hotel and they take it thinkin it a tip lol help plz?

Description : Im goin on holiday soon and all the reviews at my hotel are goin on bout leaving tips for the cleaner. where do i leave the tip coz i dnt wanna leave money in the hotel and they take it thinkin it a tip lol help plz?

Last Answer : Put your tip in clean envelope labeled “Housekeeping,” and put it in a conspicuous place.

How do you know when a tip is appropriate and when it's unnecessary?

Description : How do you know when a tip is appropriate and when it's unnecessary?

Last Answer : answer:Tipping etiquette is complicated, IMHO. This is how I determine when/where to tip-but there may be an authority who is more knowledgeable. I tip for personal services: hair dresser/manicurist; wait staff; ... I leave in a hotel room. It is complicated-so I'm not sure I've helped ;-)

Tipping gas station attendants?

Description : Tipping gas station attendants?

Last Answer : I’ve pumped my own gas since I started driving. Full service gas stations are rare to non-existent around here. To answer your question, yes. I believe that it is proper tipping etiquette to tip the gas station attendant.

What's the tipping etiquette here?

Description : What's the tipping etiquette here?

Last Answer : It really depends on if you’re splitting the check evenly, or divvying it up based on who ate what. If you’re only paying for what you ate, then you don’t need to tip as much. But if you’re all paying equally, then you need to tip equally.

Tipping landscapers?

Description : Tipping landscapers?

Last Answer : answer:Without a doubt, they’ll be happy for anything. 10–20 bucks a piece would do fine. Even more than cash tips, I know my husband brags on forever about homeowners that offer lunch and iced tea on a long day.

Is restaurant tipping of 20% applied to all checks regardless of amount?

Description : Is restaurant tipping of 20% applied to all checks regardless of amount?

Last Answer : As a former waiter, I can say that if you think the service was good, 20% is the right percentage regardless of total bill. Traditionally, 15% is a normal tip for normal service (again, regardless of total bill ... $1.50 an hour). So when you stiff a waiter, you are really docking his or her pay.

How much do you tip for this (see details)?

Description : How much do you tip for this (see details)?

Last Answer : I don’t have mine groomed, BUT, my sister in law had hers groomed and usually tipped 20 percent. Here, they have these bread trucks set up as a grooming facility complete with bathing facilities, and come to your home. So worth not having to haul the dog to the groomer.

How much to tip for newspaper delivery?

Description : How much to tip for newspaper delivery?

Last Answer : I’d give them $25. That’s 50 cents per week, maybe I am cheap, but considering there is no interaction with them, I think it is plenty.

How much to tip a caregiver that has only worked 2 months?

Description : How much to tip a caregiver that has only worked 2 months?

Last Answer : answer:If the caregiver will be working Christmas week, then wait until the last day before the holiday that she is working. For a personal caregiver who has been there a whole year, the recommendation is one week’s salary. I would think you could make it one sixth of that. So a day’s pay?

How much should I tip a pizza guy?

Description : How much should I tip a pizza guy?

Last Answer : I usually tip them about 15%. It’s a hard, crappy job that does not pay well.

Tip question #1: In this instance, would you give the body shop owner a tip?

Description : Tip question #1: In this instance, would you give the body shop owner a tip?

Last Answer : No tip. Unless you tip the actual guy who did the work. And if you do, do it in cash. The guy will appreciate it more.

If you have firewood delivered, do you tip the guy?

Description : If you have firewood delivered, do you tip the guy?

Last Answer : Who’s delivering it? Is it the seller of the firewood? If it’s the owner, I wouldn’t tip him. If it’s a worker and he stacks it, maybe $10 – $15.

Do you give a tip for a to go order that you go in and pick up?

Description : Do you give a tip for a to go order that you go in and pick up?

Last Answer : Yes. I like my food without spit.

What is the standard tip for a manicurist (or other professional, for that matter)

Description : What is the standard tip for a manicurist (or other professional, for that matter)

Last Answer : I usually tip the person who waxes my brows 20–25%. So, I pay $24—$25 for a ~20 minute procedure. I assume this rate would work for a manicurist as well.

What is a decent tip for "carhops" that bring a burger and Coke to your car?

Description : What is a decent tip for "carhops" that bring a burger and Coke to your car?

Last Answer : I tip them the same as I tip any other server: 15% – 20%. Why should they be any different? (Unless you’re in Canada).

Is he fishing for a tip?

Description : Is he fishing for a tip?

Last Answer : answer:Fairly new, is how new? A few weeks, a few months? I wouldn't necessarily see his sending a Xmas card or writing Thanks for your business as fishing for a tip, more just good PR and as a newer ... or tip him $50 or $100, $25 would be decent enough. A tip can be anything, not only cash.

When receiving service, such as at a hotel, dining out, etc. what do you consider ”good service” worthy of a generous tip?

Description : When receiving service, such as at a hotel, dining out, etc. what do you consider ”good service” worthy of a generous tip?

Last Answer : answer:While I am of a camp that tips 20% in a restaurant, 25% or more for excellent service, I don't tip housekeeping at a hotel at all. Table serves that merits a higher tip is attentive but not ... check when the plate is cleared, but I don't want to ask for it after two cups of coffee.

Do you cheat delivery people out of their tip, just because a delivery charge is included? Would you be a part of someone else doing so?

Description : Do you cheat delivery people out of their tip, just because a delivery charge is included? Would you be a part of someone else doing so?

Last Answer : I like the way you responded. The delivery person does not get the delivery fee, the restaurant does. He most likely works for tips, not the pay from the restaurant.

Why was there no acknowledgement of my tip-?

Description : Why was there no acknowledgement of my tip-?

Last Answer : answer:It's a little odd, but don't make a big deal out of it. Tips don't carry an obligation of acknowledgement. If you don't like that they didn't say thank you, next time don't tip ... Tips are not generally given to people who are contracting a service. They might not have been sure what to do.

Do you tip tailors?

Description : Do you tip tailors?

Last Answer : So you pay him and tip him? What’s the point of paying him?

What is a good tip for the mattress delivery guys?

Description : What is a good tip for the mattress delivery guys?

Last Answer : answer:What is a good tip for the delivery guys? Hmm… I guess: “Exercise regularly so you don’t throw your back out with all that heavy lifting.” Sorry couldn’t resist. But yes I think 10 dollars per person is very reasonable considering the delivery and service is often built into the price.

What percentage should you tip the guy who details your car?

Description : What percentage should you tip the guy who details your car?

Last Answer : Tip the guy? I don’t understand. Doesn’t he already charge you for his services?

What is a fair tip for a haircut?

Description : What is a fair tip for a haircut?

Last Answer : sounds fine to me!

What is a fair tip for a haircut?

Description : What is a fair tip for a haircut?

Last Answer : sounds fine to me!

Should you tip at a curbside restuarant pickup?

Description : Should you tip at a curbside restuarant pickup?

Last Answer : If you want to yes, if you don’t, no. It’s your life so up to you what you do.

Do I tip a stylist who is an owner?

Description : Do I tip a stylist who is an owner?

Last Answer : Yes. I tip my barber, and he owns his own shop.

What do you think of the tip jars at places like Starbucks and Dunkin Donuts?

Description : What do you think of the tip jars at places like Starbucks and Dunkin Donuts?

Last Answer : Maybe its like a bonus for the employs to give better service.

Should I tip a plumber?

Description : Should I tip a plumber?

Last Answer : If you think the work was outstanding and the bill was/is within reason, I see no reason not to tip.

I accidently left a huge tip for the women that cut my hair this afternoon. How should I proceed?

Description : I accidently left a huge tip for the women that cut my hair this afternoon. How should I proceed?

Last Answer : go back to her… i would imagine she’ll know that its a mistake…(but probably won’t let you know that because she might not want to embarrass you)

Are you supposed to tip the AAA driver?

Description : Are you supposed to tip the AAA driver?

Last Answer : Why bother? You already pay them an outrageously large sum of money every month…

tip counter people or not?

Description : tip counter people or not?

Last Answer : I don't understand the purpose of tipping absolutely everybody, anyway. I've heard all the arguments, and none of them really convinces me that it's the right thing to do.

If i'm tipping my hairdresser for the holidays, would the amount be the usual tip amount plus gift amount, or just gift amount?

Description : If i'm tipping my hairdresser for the holidays, would the amount be the usual tip amount plus gift amount, or just gift amount?

Last Answer : When its the holidays, I usually tip double what I normally do.

What's the appropriate holiday tip for housecleaners?

Description : What's the appropriate holiday tip for housecleaners?

Last Answer : answer:Andrew, there was similar post here http://ask-public.com/disc/3972/do-you-tip-housekeepers-in-every-hotel-sometimes-never/ And this nifty guide on tipping suggests one weeks of pay for a Housekeeper. Good Luck! R

When tipping at a sushi restaurant, does the tip only go to the waitress or also to the sushi chef?

Description : When tipping at a sushi restaurant, does the tip only go to the waitress or also to the sushi chef?

Last Answer : answer:Burp? That may just be Chinese custom…

People who do the "holiday thing" (i.e. decorating, gift exchanges, parties, shopping, etc.), what are some tips you can offer for avoiding stress during this busy season?

Description : People who do the "holiday thing" (i.e. decorating, gift exchanges, parties, shopping, etc.), what are some tips you can offer for avoiding stress during this busy season?

Last Answer : answer:Can you prioritize? What matters most? Gifts…coming in and going out? Food…ditto? Socializing…ditto? Decorating…let’s keep this to your digs only?

Do you give a holiday present (tip) to the service people in your life, and if so, how much?

Description : Do you give a holiday present (tip) to the service people in your life, and if so, how much?

Last Answer : yes they each get a bottle of johnny walker.

Ladies: Do you give your hair stylist a holiday tip?

Description : Ladies: Do you give your hair stylist a holiday tip?

Last Answer : No because I tip her all year.

Do you have a "eureka moment" or tip to share this holiday?

Description : Do you have a "eureka moment" or tip to share this holiday?

Last Answer : and for gourd’s sake, put down a sheet of plastic so you don’t have to mop up all those carrot bits off the counter!

What kind of holiday tip should I give my hair stylist?

Description : What kind of holiday tip should I give my hair stylist?

Last Answer : Make cookies! Yumm

How much is an appropriate tip to have our couch moved to the curb?

Description : How much is an appropriate tip to have our couch moved to the curb?

Last Answer : I consider myself a pretty heavy tipper and 10 each seems totally fine for what should only be a few minutes of work. That is assuming there is no awkward curves or small doorways they need to get through.

How much tip is appropriate for painters?

Description : How much tip is appropriate for painters?

Last Answer : It is not customary to tip painters because they are contractors and so only expect to be paid the price they quoted. However, if you feel that they did an exceptional job it is completely up to you ... also remember that, besides money, you can give tips like gift cards or a good home-made meal.

I'm going to the spa today. What is an appropriate tip?

Description : I'm going to the spa today. What is an appropriate tip?

Last Answer : you tip when you pay for the treatment. some spas offer you an envelope for each separate service provider, but I think this is being worked. Tip 20 % on the full amount at the end, and let the ... system, I have walked out of spas having paid $200 or more, for just a mani/ pedi and facial.

Are you supposed to tip a massage therapist and if so, what is appropriate amount?

Description : Are you supposed to tip a massage therapist and if so, what is appropriate amount?

Last Answer : answer:I tip 15%, i think. Let me search Ask-public, i think this has been asked before. edit: Great answers here: http://www.ask-public.com/disc/776/how-much-should-i-tip-a-massage-therapist/

What would an appropriate tip amount be to give your house keeper at ********* time?

Description : What would an appropriate tip amount be to give your house keeper at Christmas time?

Last Answer : A good Christmas tip to give your housekeeper would be $100. Anyone would appreciate $100 and they would probably do an extra good job cleaning the home! The tipping etiquette rule is to tip your housekeeper or ... , up to a month's pay is acceptable and a gift is expected along with the cash tip.

What is the appropriate amount to tip a team of movers?

Description : What is the appropriate amount to tip a team of movers?

Last Answer : According to http://moving.about.com/od/movingcompanyfaqs/f/faq_tipping.htm , you should tip $40-$60 per mover if there are just a couple movers. For larger teams, you should tip $20 per mover, with the tip given to the supervisor to divide up.

When the intern-in-charge did the skin prep and catheterized the client, the circulating nurse noticed when the intern withdrew the catheter from the vagina. What is your appropriate and immediate action? A. Stop the intern and do the catheterization yourself B. Offer to change the catheter C. Alcoholize the tip of the catheter before reinserting the catheter

Description : When the intern-in-charge did the skin prep and catheterized the client, the circulating nurse noticed when the intern withdrew the catheter from the vagina. What is your appropriate and ... . Offer to change the catheter C. Alcoholize the tip of the catheter before reinserting the catheter

Last Answer : B. Offer to change the catheter

I am married to a great guy, however my best friend is also a guy and I would like to get him a gift for the holiday to show him how much I really love and appreciate him, any ideas?

Description : I am married to a great guy, however my best friend is also a guy and I would like to get him a gift for the holiday to show him how much I really love and appreciate him, any ideas?

Last Answer : Get your friend a gift! It’s always nice to do something nice for someone else… but I suspect that this friend is more of a fantasy relationship than reality. If you love your husband, take the time to work on that relationship.