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12/10/2025

Not every tip is created equal and knowing the difference keeps your wallet safe and your money working smarter.

Here’s the rule that always cuts through the chaos: tip only when someone provides real, personalized service and depends on your gratuity.

The non-negotiables: full-service restaurants and bars where servers earn a sub-minimum wage, personal care professionals who rely on those extra dollars, and gig workers who use their own time, gas, and wear-and-tear just to get your order to the door.

These are moments where tipping is a fair compensation.

Want more rules that make tipping stress-free? Tune in to the full episode. Link in comments!

12/09/2025

Holiday spending already stretches most budgets, and “tipflation” can make it even harder to stay financially grounded.

It breaks down tipping norms before COVID, the surge in generosity during the pandemic, and how technology locked in those higher percentages. Understanding this timeline helps you avoid defaulting to inflated tip prompts and stay aligned with your real financial goals.

Catch the full episode to make more confident money decisions. Link in comments!

Happy Birthday to Coach Greg Kampe! 🎂🏀Today on What Dewey Do? Podcast, we’re celebrating a true legend with over 40 year...
12/09/2025

Happy Birthday to Coach Greg Kampe! 🎂🏀

Today on What Dewey Do? Podcast, we’re celebrating a true legend with over 40 years of leadership, passion, and grit, Coach Kampe continues to inspire players, fans, and fellow coaches alike.

In episode 103, Coach Kampe relives one of the greatest moments in his storied career – leading the Golden Grizzlies to a stunning upset victory over Kentucky and Coach John Calipari in the NCAA Tournament.

He also shares stories from his days as a multi-sport athlete being drafted by the Seattle Seahawks before choosing to pursue coaching.

If you haven’t tuned in yet, this episode is packed with wisdom, laughter, and lessons from a career built on heart and hustle.

Wishing you another year of victories on and off the court. Happy Birthday, Coach Kampe! 🎉

12/08/2025

Tipping is changing fast and knowing the rules keeps you from wasting money on guilt‑driven prompts.

“Tip creep” is reshaping the entire system. Rising frustration is pushing more restaurants toward a service‑included model, where staff earn a fair wage without relying on tips.

Until that becomes standard, the key is to tip based on genuine service. When there’s no service at all, skip the tip with confidence.

Want the updated rules for tipping in 2026? Watch the full episode. Link in comments.

12/07/2025

Holiday generosity should be intentional, not random.

The guide is simple: one week’s pay for regular helpers, the cost of one full session for pet pros, and $20–$100 for building staff. It’s about allocating money where it truly matters.

If you care about using your money wisely, this episode helps you stay generous and financially smart. Watch now!

Link in comments!

12/06/2025

A lot of people want to be smarter with their money, and understanding the difference between “greasing” and “tipping” is a surprisingly helpful first step.

It walks through the 300-year shift from promptness-based tipping to today’s guilt-driven prompts. It also explains why paying for quicker access or priority service is actually greasing not tipping.

Watch the full episode to learn how to protect your wallet and tip only when it truly counts. Link in comments.

12/05/2025

Tipping isn’t a guessing game. If there’s no service, there’s no tip and no guilt.

Tipping is unnecessary: self-checkout kiosks, takeout bags waiting on the counter, bottled drinks at a convenience store, and even high-earning professionals like doctors, accountants, and teachers who already charge set fees.

Technology may nudge you with a spinning screen, but that doesn’t mean you owe anyone extra. Save your tips for real labor, time, and service.

Want the full tipping rulebook for 2026? Watch the full episode. Link in comments!

12/04/2025

A quick money‑history lesson can actually make you a smarter spender.

In the early days of tipping back when TIP meant “to ensure promptness” and connected that history to today’s world of digital defaults, suggested percentages, and the pressure to spend more than you planned.

It’s light, fun, and surprisingly helpful for anyone trying to stay financially aware during the holiday rush.

See how understanding tipping’s past can help you make clearer decisions today. Catch the full episode. Link in comments!

12/03/2025

Tipping questions hit harder when you're trying to keep your budget tight and your financial goals on track.

The focus is on understanding where tipping truly matters and where it's okay to pause, think, and protect your wallet. It’s a practical breakdown of navigating social pressure, avoiding unnecessary spending, and choosing what aligns with your financial priorities.

Tune in to the full episode for a fun, friendly guide that helps you stay thoughtful without overspending.

Link in comments!

Tip creep is real and it's hitting harder during the holidays. Today, screens are asking for 25% on everything from coff...
12/02/2025

Tip creep is real and it's hitting harder during the holidays. Today, screens are asking for 25% on everything from coffee to bottled water, leaving people confused, frustrated, or tipping out of guilt.

Get the updated tipping playbook for 2025 and beyond. From auto-gratuities and service fees to who actually deserves a holiday bonus, it breaks down exactly when to tip, what to tip, and when it’s totally fine to skip it.

You’ll also get smart insights on how to stay generous without compromising your budget or your financial goals.

Tune in and learn the rules that protect your money and let you tip with confidence. Link in comments!

12/02/2025

Tipping used to be simple, a small thank you for great service. Now it feels like every checkout screen is asking for 25% on a bottle of water.

This breaks down the exact moments when tipping makes sense, when it's okay to skip without guilt, and how to navigate holiday expectations, auto‑gratuities, and those awkward checkout prompts.

You’ll learn simple rules that keep generosity thoughtful, protect their budget, and help them make smarter money decisions heading into 2026.

Ready to take control of your tipping habits instead of letting a tablet decide for you? Tune in to this episode.

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