What exactly are gratuities? I know there is a proper Latin definition in the encyclopedia, but I always defined gratuities as a customer’s way of saying Thank You for great service. I’ve received gratuities ranging from 0%-200%. The average amount of gratuity is usually between 10%-20%.

Crappy service doesn't deserve gratuities! That is where I believe most servers get confused. They think the minute someone walks in the door...here comes another 15-20%. I disagree. I think most servers should change their mindset.

Gratuities are earned!!! Most hospitality industry workers I know tip very well. That being said, I know that we would never tip on really bad service.

Work in a busy establishment, serve a lot of customers, deliver GREAT service to your customers (without the expectant attitude) and you should be able to make a terrific living off your gratuities.

Always put yourself in the place of the customer.
What kind of service do you expect?

Give that service to your customers (or better) and you'll be surprised at the amount of gratuities you'll be bringing home.

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Today's Short Tip on Tips! (new one everyday!) In every place I’ve ever worked there was one employee walking around with a cloud over their head. You must stay positive! Stay away from "Negative Nelly". Working at staying up and cheery will rub off on your co-workers and help everyone’s tips! Avoid spending time with the negative people around you and you will have a better shift.

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Current gratuities news;

Weekly Obsession: Remember, they're gratuities, not fees
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Books In Balance Savvy Accountant Saves Restaurants Thousands of Dollars on Unnecessary Taxes
Tax Expert Shares Money-Saving Tips on Taxing TipsSan Francisco, CA (PRWEB) January 29, 2012 Whether they’re called tips, gratuities, or service charges, every restaurant owner and employee needs to know the laws on taxing them. Books In Balance, a provider of tax, payroll, bookkeeping, and accounting services to the restaurant industry, has saved their clients tens of thousands of dollars by ...

Public Official Sentenced for Receiving Illegal Gratuities
Gregory Szarpa sentenced to one year in prison.

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