Can you share some tipping horror stories?
Well, I heard of a situation where a person tipped a cab driver with a foreign currency they thought was valuable but actually wasn't. The cab driver was furious as he expected a proper tip in the local currency. It led to a big argument and a very unpleasant end to the ride.
There was this case at a hotel. A guest left a negative tip, like they actually took some money from the tip envelope left for the housekeeping staff. The housekeeper was shocked and felt extremely disrespected. This not only affected the housekeeper's mood but also made the whole work environment feel unfair for a while.
Can you share some good tipping stories?
Well, there was this taxi driver. A tourist took his cab and the driver not only drove safely but also gave great tips about the local attractions during the ride. At the end of the journey, the tourist was so happy that he tipped the driver double the normal amount. The driver was really grateful as it helped him a great deal that day.
Can you share some funny tipping stories?
I once heard of a barber who got a really strange tip. A client gave him a box of cookies as a tip. Inside the box was a note that said 'Your haircuts are sweeter than these cookies'. It was a really cute and funny way to tip.
What are the common elements in tipping horror stories?
One common element is misunderstandings. For example, about the tipping culture in a particular place. A tourist might not know that in some countries, tipping is not expected while in others it's a must. Another is bad attitude. Some customers might be stingy or just plain rude when it comes to tipping.
Can you share some 'as is horror stories'?
One 'as is horror story' could be about an old, abandoned house. People say that at night, strange noises come from it. There are whispers and creaking sounds, as if the house itself is alive. Shadows move across the broken windows, and those who dare to get close feel a sudden chill in the air.
Can you share some horror stories?
One horror story is about an old, abandoned asylum. People say at night, you can hear the screams of the patients who were once tortured there. The hallways are dark and cold, and there are strange markings on the walls.
Can you share some or horror stories?
One horror story is about an old, abandoned mansion. People say that at midnight, strange noises come from it. Lights flicker in the empty rooms, and there are reports of shadowy figures moving around. It's said that a family was brutally murdered there decades ago, and their spirits still haunt the place.
Can you share some of the '14 horror stories'?
Sure. One of the horror stories could be about a haunted house where strange noises are heard at night. People living nearby claim to see shadowy figures moving in the windows.
Can you share some IT horror stories?
Sure. One IT horror story is about a company that had all its data encrypted by ransomware. The backup systems also failed, and they had to pay a huge sum to get the decryption key. It was a nightmare as they lost a lot of important business data during that time.
Can you share some ride share horror stories?
Sure. One time I got into a rideshare and the driver was smoking. The whole car smelled awful and it made me feel sick during the ride.
What are some memorable good tipping stories?
At a hair salon, a stylist spent extra time with a client, listening to her problems and giving great hair advice. The client felt so good after the session that she tipped the stylist 50% more than usual. The stylist was overjoyed as it was not just about the money but also the recognition of her extra effort. The client's tip was a way of saying thank you for the great service and the personal touch.