Do you reward a regular??

[11Bravo]

So when you are always given your regular favourite table with the best view or location in the place it doesn’t deserve some reciprocal generosity? Or when the waiter comes out with your favourite drink without asking?

My reciprocal generosity is my repeat business. I call it the Cheers experience (American TV show). There are places where I walk in, sit down, make eye contact, and the server brings me my favorite drink. I don't have to say anything. Why wouldn't they if I'm a regular. Plenty of places to go for a drink at the same price, so I kind of expect to be acknowledged if I'm a regular. Tipping is not the norm here. Once, I even left the coins on the tray and the cashier remined me that they were there. I said to keep it, and she seemed very confused. $2+ certainly not really a "tip", just my ack, but misunderstood.

For me, at a shop, we've agreed on the price of the extras. Why would I pay extra - should I be expecting marginal service and be happy if it was exceptional? For marginal, it's a one-of. For exceptional, it's repeats, often weekly. It's why I repeat - I know what she provides, she knows what I like and delivers it. We don't have to start from zero.

The exception was when I departed. I would always have the exact amount for the extras, especially as I knew what they cost. I don't expect her to be a bank. But in this case, I paid $150, not $130. EVERY one asked if I wanted change - here, I told them to keep it as I wouldn't be seeing them for a long time. But for normal visits, no, it's not a slight, it's just business as usual.

YMMV

[Vincent888]

Don't believe anything sibon says, he's a self confessed liar.

No I don't tip anywhere. In normal life here in Australia we have "the minimum wage" that's so everyone gets a fair wage for their effort, even the bludgers.

In punting life the girls are earning between 3 - 10 times per week more than I am...and its tax free!

Some people lie for a living. They may lie for positive reinforcement. Any number of reasons why. If it helps them get through the day so be it.

As regards a WL’s income. They deserve every penny and more considering what they sometimes have to go through.

All the punters see is a smiling face and the show goes on…

[Vincent888]

My reciprocal generosity is my repeat business. I call it the Cheers experience (American TV show). There are places where I walk in, sit down, make eye contact, and the server brings me my favorite drink. I don't have to say anything. Why wouldn't they if I'm a regular. Plenty of places to go for a drink at the same price, so I kind of expect to be acknowledged if I'm a regular. Tipping is not the norm here. Once, I even left the coins on the tray and the cashier remined me that they were there. I said to keep it, and she seemed very confused. $2+ certainly not really a "tip", just my ack, but misunderstood.

For me, at a shop, we've agreed on the price of the extras. Why would I pay extra - should I be expecting marginal service and be happy if it was exceptional? For marginal, it's a one-of. For exceptional, it's repeats, often weekly. It's why I repeat - I know what she provides, she knows what I like and delivers it. We don't have to start from zero.

The exception was when I departed. I would always have the exact amount for the extras, especially as I knew what they cost. I don't expect her to be a bank. But in this case, I paid $150, not $130. EVERY one asked if I wanted change - here, I told them to keep it as I wouldn't be seeing them for a long time. But for normal visits, no, it's not a slight, it's just business as usual.

YMMV

YMMV is pretty apt. Why not keep the tank topped up and never run out of fuel?

[11Bravo]

YMMV is pretty apt. Why not keep the tank topped up and never run out of fuel?

I can only be certain of how she is with ME. With YOU, I have no idea, but good luck.