KevinMD March 9, 2023
Americans are accustomed to tipping for a wide array of services. We understand that our gratuity makes up an important percentage of the wages earned by many different types of laborers: massage therapists, Uber drivers, hair stylists, tour guides, room service providers, valets — the list goes on. Much of the time, we don’t just add a tip because we’re adhering to a cultural norm but rather because we genuinely want to acknowledge good service and show gratitude.
The growing popularity of digital payment terminals has increased the number of opportunities for customers to leave a tip. The New York City bodega that I patronize several times per week is a perfect example. The checkout terminal gives me the option...