2018-06-29 23:20
FLOWERS + VIP MEMBERSHIP FOR A CUSTOMER’S SICK MOTHER While Zappos customer service stories require a set of dedicated posts, we had to share one or our all-time fa… Read More
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We have a social mission. Help some of the lowest paid people in the United States today – the service people. The people who scratch a living through tips and gratuities.
We have a simple corporate mission. Anyone should be able to participate in new digital payments without divulging their personal info. You should be able to get and send money without the need to exchange your personal info.
For people in the service industry, we’re creating a comprehensive way for you to learn, work smarter, and receive money where cash is increasingly going away.
This blog is our way of giving back to you.
2018-06-28 11:29
TIP OF THE DAY Be the solution Read More
2018-06-28 08:55
BACON OF THE MONTH CLUB? SIGN US UP! Michael Symon, Bobby Flay. They’ve lauded this bacon club. Even vegetarians have joined in: seven to date. Thanks to the bacons from this club… Read More
2018-06-28 08:51
THE GRAY KUNZ SAUCE SPOON Chef Gray Kunz designed these spoons when he was at Lespinasse. It’s the perfect-size spoon for everything—saucing, plating, scooping&mda&hell…Read More
2018-06-27 07:16
SASSY CHEF’S TEE Keep your opinion to yourself. Trust the chef and just enjoy the recipe! Price: $22.95+ BUY IT ON ETSY HERE SASSY SOUTHERN CHEF&rsquo&hell…Read More
2018-06-26 06:43
ENGRAVED WINE BOTTLE OPENER + CORK SCREW This double-hinge wine key is made from fine rosewood and stainless steel. All keys feature a non-stick 5 turn worm that reduces friction… Read More
2018-06-26 06:29
TIP OF THE DAY If a guest orders a drink “straight up,” that could mean one of two things. They may want it “neat” (served from the bottle at room temp… Read More
2018-06-11 11:38
Great list of tips for servers and bartenders via Upserve.com: Be pleasant. Greet everyone who enters warmly. Don’t refuse to seat three guests just because the fourth isn’t… Read More
2018-06-10 10:59
400,000+ MEMBERS POLL REVEALS WHAT DINERS CAN DO TO HELP ELEVATE THEIR DINING EXPERIENCE FoodandWine.com partnered with Culinary Agents asked chefs and restaurateurs at t… Read More
2018-06-09 20:31
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU FLY SPIRIT AIRLINES Never flown Spirit Airlines before? Here are some great tips by Peter Thornton on AirfareWatchdog.com on how to fly Spirit and enjoy the… Read More
2018-06-08 13:24
LAY’S MARKETING GENIUS We all remember the “Do us a flavor” marketing-genius campaign by Lay’s that leveraged social media to spread the word and gain a larger market… Read More
2018-06-05 22:21
OUR TEAM LOVES CREATIVE TIP JARS! In case you haven’t noticed, here at TipStories.com and TipBx.com (our payment app for the service industry coming soon), we LOVE tipping and g… Read More
2018-05-29 16:11
ORDER YOUR LATE NIGHT PIZZA FROM HERE AND YOU MAY OR MAY NOT GET IT You’re in Boston carousing with friends and/or dates. Then, comes the need for carbs. Once you get past midnight, th… Read More
2018-05-25 16:26
[Photo: FLICKR User DAN DELUCA] ATTRACT TOP TALENT & RETAIN IT FOR YOUR BUSINESS Pay raises and promotions aren’t the only ways in which to motivate your t… Read More
2018-05-24 22:06
TIP OF THE DAY That moment when a difficult customer wants to complain and asks for the manager, and YOU are the manager. #RudeCustomers Read More
2018-05-23 18:23
GREAT SERVICE STARTS WITH A GREAT TEAM HUDDLE! A daily team huddle (or a pre-shift meeting) is probably the single most effective meeting that you can have with your team. The key… Read More
2018-05-17 10:01
Happiness with friends? Put away that phone. With the expansion of digital media and outreach, we’re finally starting to realize the impact of always being lost on our phones and how i… Read More
2018-05-16 12:41
My restaurant. My rules. No phones allowed. Today, 95% of Americans own some kind of a cell phone. Sharing photos your food on Instagram (and social media) have become the norm and… Read More
2018-05-14 17:33
TIP OF THE DAY If you’re under the age of 8 and stick your gum under the table, there’s a special place in hell for you. Your server/bus boys have to clean that grossness… Read More
2018-05-14 17:27
TIP OF THE DAY Ordering something as is from the menu? You just made your server/bartender’s day! #ThankYou Read More
2018-05-14 17:25
TIP OF THE DAY Sometimes, servers want to talk with their customers, but don’t really have the time for it. There might be a ton of other tables or tasks that need their attenti… Read More
2018-05-14 16:22
TIP OF THE DAY Servers are here to make your dining experience better and serve you. They are however, NOT servants or just the cleaning crew. Show some respect! #DontBeThatGuy #DontBeThatGi… Read More
2018-05-14 16:08
TIP OF THE DAY I know you’re trying to help but I have my own system and process of how I clear tables and what my next tasks are. By helping, you may actually be creating more… Read More
2018-05-13 03:41
TIP OF THE DAY Unhappy with the service? Your food didn’t come out right? Don’t get loud and yell at your server/bartender! The louder you get, the less likely you ar… Read More
2018-05-12 03:36
TIP OF THE DAY Great friends with the owner? Oooh, I’d better do what you demand or my job will be kaput! This never works, trust us. It’s the best way to get po… Read More
2018-05-11 03:27
TIP OF THE DAY At a seat-yourself restaurant and you sit at the one dirty table when there are clean ones open? Your server: Hi. Give me a few minutes to get this table cleaned for yo… Read More
2018-05-10 03:03
TIP OF THE DAY Got a HUGE social media following or you’re an elite Yelper? We don’t care. Don’t bully your servers/bartenders into getting what you want by threaten… Read More
2018-05-09 02:48
TIP OF THE DAY A restaurant or a bar messes up on your order or their service? It’s all about appropriate compensation. A lipstick mark on your glass of wine = im… Read More
2018-05-08 02:32
TIP OF THE DAY Sometimes, you might be absolutely right to complain about the service when you go out to eat/drink, because mistakes happen. Most service staff wil… Read More
2018-05-01 13:47
DON’T BE THIS SERVER! REAL REVIEW FROM A CUSTOMER BELOW (Names have been changed for privacy.) “Great food, great atmosphere, horrible wait staff. If your waitress is going to ta… Read More
2018-04-30 23:21
TIP OF THE DAY Everything that I make is good to me. Want something specific? Tell me. Doesn’t help me when you’re vague and I have 10 customers to make drinks for. #PleaseAndTha… Read More
2017-07-11 02:50
Being a barista is a heavy burden sometimes: the early morning hours, the cranky customers, and the precision with which you need to make the customers’ drinks makes a difficult job ev… Read More
2017-07-11 02:12
Serving is a dangerous profession sometimes. The amount of sharp, flaming, or otherwise dangerous objects I have to carry on a nightly basis is astounding. I am grateful that our staff is we… Read More
2017-07-10 02:18
Getting good tips can be very difficult as a server. Customers have a lot of needs and being precise can be difficult when a restaurant is busy. Thus, good tips are always a positive experie… Read More
2017-06-25 21:26
When you go to a restaurant and tip your server, you may automatically assume that the $5 you left them means $5 in their pocket. Unfortunately this is not what happens. This is what usually… Read More
2017-06-01 23:31
Baristas have a great challenge in dealing with people before they’ve even had a chance to drink their first cup of coffee in the morning. Given the early hours and the challenge of se… Read More
2017-06-01 23:10
To be a Valet attendant you must be able to be quick, responsive and pleasant. Your duties include being entrusted with different client’s cars, which means you must be equipped to han… Read More
2017-06-01 22:30
Cocktail waitresses should be considered the unsung heroes of the weekend experience. Cocktail waitresses manage to not break a sweat whilst delivering bottles upon bottles of alcohol to awa… Read More
2017-05-26 23:50
A cocktail waitress is a female server whose duties entail bringing drinks to customers at bars, cocktail lounges, cabarets, comedy clubs and many other venues that usually have live music… Read More
2017-05-26 23:50
A cocktail waitress is a female server whose duties entail bringing drinks to customers at bars, cocktail lounges, cabarets, comedy clubs and many other venues that usually have live music… Read More
2017-05-26 23:29
10 Best Tips from Professional Housekeepers Those of us who do not use maid services for cleaning our houses, silently wish we had or at least had a window look at how the professionals do i… Read More
2017-05-26 22:56
It’s likely that reading the title of this post isn’t the first time you have come across the Uber name. Throughout the last several years, this company has made a name for itsel… Read More
2017-05-25 23:33
As a bartender or waitress, it is not uncommon that a busy shift equals pockets full of cash tips. In fact, as a server or bartender, tips are often what you have to look forward to. Though… Read More
2017-05-18 17:45
TIP OF THE DAY We feel you, homie. We feel you. #HangInThere Read More
2017-05-16 23:16
Any profession where one has to work and see the worst parts of humanity is a difficult profession. Bartending is one of those positions. It is a job where night-in and night-out, intoxicate… Read More
2017-05-16 23:12
Bartending goes beyond just mixing drinks for customers. Bartenders are often expected to have the ability to not only make them feel good, but also serve as a sort of impromptu psychologist… Read More
2017-05-11 21:03
Retail workers have a difficult position in terms of trying to keep their store maintained as well as serving customers. There are certain behaviors which can be really irritating to deal wi… Read More
2017-05-10 20:58
Bartending is an appealing job choice for many. Decent pay, unique hours, and opportunities to be creative and social are among the varying reasons that students, young adults, or those look… Read More
2017-05-09 23:39
A key question which arises when rushing around the airport is, “how much am I supposed to tip the bag carrier, or the cart driver who helped me get across the airport?” In any s… Read More
2017-05-08 23:19
It is undeniable that Uber revolutionized the taxi service, making it one of consumer’s favorite taxi services. As an Uber driver, you get an opportunity to be your own boss at your ow… Read More
2017-05-07 23:14
Driving can be a relaxing hobby and a profitable one given the innovation of the Uber app. Now anyone with a driver’s license and who meets some basic requirements can register to be a… Read More
2017-05-06 22:35
Being a bartender can be a great job, especially if it’s one that your enjoy. It allows you to be creative, social, and the pay itself is pretty decent. Having said that, like any othe… Read More
2017-05-06 22:33
Though being a waitress is a job that has its perks, such as meeting new people, working flexible hours, and going home with pockets full of tips on a good night, there are also its less des… Read More
2017-05-05 00:43
It’s well known that there is no hospitality like good ole Southern hospitality. Southern hospitality, unlike other, gracefully met at the door. It’s like a warmth that&rsqu&hell…Read More
2017-05-04 23:20
There are tons of ways to increase your tips as a barista. Some are pretty standard, but others use a little more creativity and will definitely generate bigger and more consistent tips from… Read More
2017-05-04 22:39
My parents never taught me how to tip. For years I was either under or over tipping based on the day of the week, color of the server’s hair, etc. If you have kids, teach them about ti… Read More
2017-04-30 00:47
There are many delivery services that are booming and rising right now. Delivery services such as UberEats or DoorDash. The two companies are becoming popular and a great employment opportun… Read More
2017-04-21 00:43
If you ask someone how hard it is to be a waiter, you can immediately tell based on their answer whether or not they have ever been one. It seems like an easy job, right? They write down you… Read More
2017-04-20 00:29
It seems like there is a worldwide plot to alter trends in sunglasses on a nearly yearly basis. It fails of course, but eventually something that should have never been in the first place be… Read More
2017-04-18 00:17
The family with kids: If they have young kids, make sure they have a booster seat or high chair if the hostess has not already provided them one. Also, if your restaurant offers coloring she… Read More
2017-04-17 00:04
A tip should be a reflection of the service you received, so if you received awful service then of course you would not be expected to leave a great tip. But some people leave poor tips; or… Read More
2017-04-17 00:01
We all know vacations are expensive, but one thing you may not budget in is tipping. What may seem like a few dollars here and there can add up quicker than you think. When you go on a trip… Read More
2017-03-31 22:49
There aren’t a lot of people that like to start their day off without a cup of tea of coffee. I’ll admit I am not functional until about half way through my morning cup of Joe. S… Read More
2017-03-31 22:15
Working in the service industry can be fulfilling and fun, not to mention a great way to make money. Follow these ideas to increase your tips and overall cash flow. Friendliness goes a long… Read More
2017-03-31 19:56
As a server and bartender, I really do love my customers (well, most of them anyway!) and I know that they really do mean well. However, there are a bunch of things that our customers do whe… Read More
2017-03-31 19:37
The following pet peeves are from both sides of the coin in the service industry. Many of these issues are frustrating to both customers and industry professionals…sometimes for the s… Read More
2017-03-31 01:42
It doesn’t matter what they’re actually called, the term “Dad shoes,” most aptly describes this season’s trend in men’s sneakers. Kevin Hart was recently… Read More
2017-03-25 22:45
Many servers have experienced not being tipped after serving guests. But what if the restaurant you work at has a no-tipping policy? This new trend is slowly becoming a reality for many peop… Read More
2017-03-24 19:44
In the service industry, we come across a wide array of customers…not all of them are pleasant and enjoyable. In fact, a large percentage of them are rude and condescending. Now I am… Read More
2017-03-23 19:53
Top 3 Picks for Shoes We Love to Wear on Our Server Job Let’s take a look at some of our tried and true favorite shoes we have found to be a perfect fit on yo… Read More
2017-03-23 01:10
Let me clue you in on something that valets deal with everyone. People acting like they are better than them or that they do not even exist. For your information, just because I park… Read More
2017-03-22 21:51
We already know that front of house restaurant work can be stressful. Dealing with rude and demanding customers every day can be psychologically draining. But the problems don’t end wi… Read More
2017-03-20 19:40
Let’s face it. As much as servers and wait staff complain about the rude and obnoxious tendencies that restaurant and bar patrons tend to have… there are definitely things that… Read More
2017-03-17 13:52
A Bartender’s Diary It’s great being around people who are having a good time. I like seeing people coming in to celebrate. Once in a while, I’ll see a couple (friends or p… Read More
2017-03-13 18:47
This is a topic not often talked about, in or out of the service industry, but it is an important one. The physical demands of a job in the service industry are nothing to make light of and… Read More
2017-03-12 18:53
1. Research the Venue Research the place before walking through the doors. While there is no 100% guarantee that in doing so you will have a great time, it certainly heightens your chances… Read More
2017-02-24 01:26
Fast food delivery is a booming industry now that people can order anything online or through apps on smart devices. What used to be just the local pizza guy is now the Korean BBQ guy or Veg… Read More
2017-02-24 00:49
Driving a car is not a unique experience. In fact, in the United States alone, there are over 250 million cars on the road which is mindboggling given our population. So you would think that… Read More
2017-02-24 00:41
1. Declutter Declutter the area or room you are attempting to clean. Do not just wipe items or pick up wipe and put down. Replacing items on a wet surface leaves rings which can do damage an… Read More
2017-02-24 00:39
How much do you tip? Do you know how much to tip? Everyone has their own standard as far as tipping is concerned. In order to keep the staff and guests happy, the best tipping practices must… Read More
2017-02-24 00:38
The United States of America, a wonderful country full of devoted and hardworking people, attracts a lot of visitors each year. These visitors to the US are often puzzled about the right amo… Read More
2017-02-15 18:20
Ladies and gentlemen! As your servers, we GET that we are here to serve you and ensure that you have a pleasant experience with us…and that is what we want. However, that does not mea… Read More
2017-02-02 14:42
We’re always asked by friends and family for the funniest, oddest, unusual requests that we see at the front desk of hotels. Well, here is a list of some of the top contenders! Variety… Read More
2017-02-02 14:38
We all know that managers serve a purpose, and are an integral part of any business. We also know that the general public seems to think that just demanding to speak to a manager gets you sp… Read More
2017-02-02 14:32
The word hospitality sounds almost glamorous, and at the very least it doesn’t sound vulgar or disgusting. Oh how wrong we all were…getting ourselves into this industry with dre… Read More
2017-02-02 14:31
We all know that getting into an Uber is kind of a toss-up as far as what kind of driver you will get and what type of experience it will turn out to be. As a driver we have that same moment… Read More
2017-02-02 14:29
We’ve all got them. Pet peeves, warranted or not, are a fact of life. Part of our day to day activities and something that overall we all just have to grin and bear it and move on. Bei… Read More
2017-02-02 14:25
Housekeeping is probably one of the most thankless jobs in the service industry and certainly in the hospitality industry. Most of the time guests don’t even look those employed in hou… Read More
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