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[quote=Anonymous]I have read close to every post and all I can say is "wow."  First and foremost, I agree with the person who said that tipping has gotten way out of control.  There is a HUGE difference for tipping wait service providers with tipping- they work for $2-$3+change per hour (at least in the U.S.).  I type on the level of service: 20% for excellent service, 15% for average service, 10% for ok but somewhat mediocre service as well as buffet style, and zero for subpar or terrible service at all.  I believe that tipping for terrible service only allows mediocre service to continue and give the server the belief that their crappy service is acceptable.  Let's not forget hair salons....tip the person who washes your hair...and then the hairdresser....and how about when on vacation and traveling, first the taxi driver at the airport....then taking you to the hotel, the tip for bell hop taking out your luggage and bringing it to the lobby....then of course the other bell hop bringing your luggage to the room and a standard rate of at least $1 per bag (at each "drop off" spot).  Before you get to your room.....you have tipped a total of $15! Again....OUT OF CONTROL.  I have heard the majority of the MT's on this forum complain about the lack of income and most industry practices. I agree with the person that asked if you looked into all this prior to going to school  to get licensed, etc.  What ever happened to the love of your industry and feeling great about what you do and accomplish.  I am not opposed to tipping at all and I do tip when I get a massage but it can get out of control.  My "wow" is over some of the comments that I just won't extend great service to those who don't tip me what "I THINK I DESERVE."  I worked as a heath care provider in the optical industry for many years which requires state licensing taking 2-3 to acquire and CE as well.  The going rate is anywhere from $15 -$30 per hour depending on what state you live in (cost of living) and experience.  Try this out for size: standing on your legs and walking for 8-10 hours a day, touching people behind their ears and hair all day (and many not smelling so great), children screaming yelling and at times even vomiting, people changing diapers in the office, cock roaches running out of their purses, etc. (yes - too true), changing out filthy lenses and nose pads filled with years of perspiration, patients complaining about poor vision (bad Rx from doctors most of the time), and some cursing at you. And you know what.......there was no tipping.  Once should ask why someone would stay in an industry in which they had to put up with such things.....and answer would be because you love what you do.  I agree with the person that said, then change your circumstances.  If you don't like nasty bodily fluids - DON'T BE A NURSE......if you don't like working long hours behind a steam table or heat- DON'T BE A CHEF.  Stand up to the hotel you work for or the salon and force them to make a change.  Tipping is not an absolute and should be offered if and when the patron wants to show appreciation for services rendered.[/quote]

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