How to Properly Tip Workers
During the COVID-19 Pandemic When it comes to tipping essential workers
during the COVID-19 pandemic, there are a
few things to take into consideration. On one hand, it's important to remember that these workers
are risking their own health to provide services to us. On the other hand, many people,
including customers, are experiencing
COVID-19 caused financial difficulties. Tipping is dependent on who
you’re tipping and what your
financial situation is. For grocery deliverers, customers tips
are a large portion of their income. If you can afford to, tipping 15% to 20% on an order
helps make the trip worthwhile for them. When it comes to home
delivery drivers, most employees
aren’t allowed to accept cash or
cash equivalents as a tip. Instead, you could set out mini hand sanitizers,
bottled waters or individually packaged snacks as
a “thank you” for their hard work. If you didn’t before, it’s strongly recommended
that you start tipping on restaurant takeout
orders and curbside services. You don’t have to overtip, but
remember that these workers
are in a tough spot as well. Although healthcare workers aren’t the type of
essential workers you leave a tip for, it would be
kind to show your appreciation in other ways. Consider leaving a positive online
review or even publicly expressing
how much you appreciate their work.