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.
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