Oh Great LJ Brain Trust, explain to me your custom of tipping

[cjsmith]

[Poll #1007086]

I'm sure I'll think of other situations shortly. Oh, and what would you do if you didn't have the right denomination(s) of money? I know it never happens in the movies, but humor me: what if?

Aw crap, I thought of another one already. How about the guy who brings you your mini-bottle of champagne and pours you a glass?

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Expensing tips

[spindle-rose.livejournal.com]

The hideous corporate expense reporting application I am forced to use has a Tips category. That must mean that Tips is an acceptable Sarbanes-Oxley reportable expense. Just report it as tips for all those necessary services you use when traveling.

I try to stock up on small bills before I leave on long trips, but don't always remember to. In general, I tip bell staff, valet parkers, and shuttle drivers unless I have appropriate denominations. Keep in mind that much of their compensation is from the tips they receive. The "butler" and guide are probably paid well enough that the tips do not make a significant difference in their incomes.