More tips for tipping:
Servers in a restaurant are automatically taxed about 8% for their tips regardless of what they make, so if you don’t tip it actually costs them to serve you! So while you shouldn’t have to put up with shoddy service, think twice before you leave nothing.

That tip jar on the counter at Starbucks may make you feel obligated to contribute, but it’s actually entirely up to you whether you want to throw in a dollar or some change (although I’m sure it’s very much appreciated).

Some less frequent situations that require tipping are movers ($10 per person), a casino dealer ($1-5 per win, or you can make a side bet for them) and your wedding planner (a gift is usually more appropriate than cash).

While it may seem like you should, you don’t need to tip babysitters or the front desk clerk at a hotel, unless they do some extra service for you.

Remember that tipping is supposed to be for quality service, so if you feel someone is exceptional, it’s okay to tip them more. And if someone gives you truly abysmal service then you don’t have to tip them at all. If you are going to forego a tip it’s a good idea to talk to the manager of the business and explain why so they can fix the situation. One last tipping etiquette tip—always have money on hand and ready for tipping. That way the whole process will go smoothly and you’ll look and feel like a tipping pro.