American tipping culture is changing thanks to the new Fair Wage Act

In this episode, A.B. Ridgeway tackles the ever-growing complexity of tipping in today's economy. As tipping expectations continue to rise, consumers are left wondering how much to tip, when to tip, and whether service fees really count as a tip. We explore the impact of tipping on both consumers and workers, as well as recent changes in wage laws that could shift the burden off the customer.

Key Takeaways:

1. Tipping Confusion: With so many service charges, delivery fees, and added costs, it’s difficult to know when to tip and how much. Many consumers mistakenly believe these fees include gratuity.
2. Wage Laws Are Changing: Several cities like New York and Seattle have introduced laws raising the minimum wage for app-based delivery drivers, which could ease the burden of tipping on consumers.
3. Is It Our Responsibility?: A.B. Ridgeway argues that tipping shouldn't be the consumer’s responsibility, especially when employers should be paying their workers a living wage. He emphasizes that tipping is becoming an unfair burden on customers.

Top Quotes:

1. "It’s not the consumer's responsibility to pay a fair wage to someone they just met five minutes ago."
2. "I’m glad they are raising the minimum wage. Unfortunately, they should have done that before."
3. "Jobs that are truly impactful, like helping someone save for retirement, don’t get tips—but we do the hard work."

Tune in to hear how A.B. Ridgeway breaks down the confusing world of gratuity and explores ways to navigate this tipping fatigue.

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