do you tip?

[Mmm_food]

i was Just wondering if you all tip at the window.
i dunno if it is justified or not, help me out.

-f

[Zman179]

Tip for what? I used to tip, but I noticed that one's persona wouldn't change one iota, as if they felt entitled to it.
So now, even if I hit for $2,000, I give nothing. Screw 'em.

[Suff]

when I'm winning I spread it... karma tip'ing.

[bigmack]

I don't want to be as cold as Zman in my portrayal but - hell no.

Gratuity for hotel staff, cabbies, wait staff, etc... More than generous

Taking my bet? No.

[gillenr]

How much do the clerks give you back when you lose?

[melman]

Hard for me to tip as I bet mostly from Melman's OTB (my house) :jump: However when I do go to the Turf Club (Philly's OTB's) I always tip the eye-candy. :D

[Suff]

rushing a refund

rushing a wager

being pateint when your cap'ing/flipping through DRF at window

Checking a stack of tic's

Opening up a few minutes early when your waiting.

Friendly, cordial, and helpful.
----------------------------------------------------

like I say..when I have a day, I tip.

I never under any circumstances take change. I was taught and I believe it is very poor karma and taste to take change.
Not that it matters with machines and vouchers... but I never take coins from a teller.

[bigmack]

(Philly's OTB's) I always tip the eye-candy. :D
Philly OTB??
From my recollection this is a 10 in those joints.

[Tom]

How much do the clerks give you back when you lose?

My thoughts exactly.
I just remember that SOB took 18% of every bet I made, now I should share a win with him?

[Zman179]

I don't want to be as cold as Zman in my portrayal but - hell no.

Gratuity for hotel staff, cabbies, wait staff, etc... More than generous

Taking my bet? No.

Let me clarify that I do tip generously when it comes to hotel staff, waiters, etc., especially if they worked hard. But tellers that are often surly or rude? As the great Tom Durkin once said, "Bite me."

Suff, I hear ya when it comes to karma, but if I hit for a grand, I've got all the karma that I need. And YES, I want that 20¢. It's mine damnit. :p I already pay enough change in breakage.

[Jeff P]

I play almost exclusively from home these days. But whenever I do go to the track I almost always go to the same teller and always tip whenever I score.

When I used to play blackjack I always tipped too. I'd try to create the feeling that the two of us - me and the dealer - are in this thing together. It was amazing sometimes how far down into the deck they would sometimes deal with a good count while I was winning hand after hand whenever they had a bet riding on the next hand as opposed to when there was nothing out there for them.

Same thing with horses... Say you're two or three deep in the line... the guy at the window is taking FOREVER deciding on what to bet as they go to the gate... I make eye contact with the teller... "Sir why don't you let me help this gentleman," she says while pushing the other guy's tickets and program off to the side while motioning me up to the window.

The tellers KNOW who tips and who doesn't... guys that never tip never get that kind of service.


-jp

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[BlueShoe]

Since I use the Sams exclusively when at the track or satellite,the only time contact is made with a human is at the end of the day when the voucher is cashed in,and no,I do not tip.Since I also make frequent trips to Nevada,a bit different situation exists in the racebooks.There are no sams and all bets must be made through a mutuel seller/cashier,and there may be only a very few working the windows at one time,so that you will bet/cash with the same person multiple times.In this situation I will tip occasionaly,usually by making a small bet for them on a race that I feel very positive about,often in the form of a chalky exacta.With a few exceptions,the customer service level and efficiency of the clerks in Nevada is superior to that of clerks working at the track.

[gillenr]

The sellers at Vegas I'm sure don't make the kind of dough the track clerks do.

[QuarterCrack]

I always leave the change.

Sometimes I tip if I collect - I like to do it because it makes me feel good. It's usually short money anyway - a buck or so.

[point given]

No not usually. I use SAMS on track and cash out later.; mainly play at home. BUT, I do sometimes leave change ( my choice, not the tellers ! ). Did feel a bit generous the other day at the track, after hitting a P6 for a couple grand though, since the ticket has to be put thru the teller to buy the thing and went back to the same teller. I was feeling good and the teller was good guy, gave him a 10, he was happy, i was happy, bought my buds a beer and went home happy. Good karma thing, indeed. :cool: :cool:

[ELA]

This is a very interesting question. Off topic from the tellers, I am starting to see "tip cups" in places where I never saw them before. I see both sides of the coin here. What bothers me is that "people" -- not limited to tellers -- are starting to "expect" tips.

Anyway, I have tipped the tellers when I "cash" -- I've never received any direct benefit from it, although a sharp teller once pointed out that based upon my wagers, I did leave out a certain combo-use of horses in my exotic. I did have it covered in an upcoming bet, but I thought it was a good thing that he pointed it out -- kind of looking out for me, LOL.

Eric

[JustRalph]

who the hell goes to the track still?

I haven't seen a bank teller in ten years.................

[rastajenk]

I'm a mutuel clerk, and I certainly appreciate the folks who leave the change when they're cashing 80, 100, 200 bucks or more at a time. The assumption that every clerk is a rude surly SOB that couldn't be more undeserving of a tip must surely be an East Coast bias. I'm not. Suff may be an insufferable lib on the off-topic page, but he's got this issue pegged perfectly. There are lots of ways a clerk can help a patron, and a tiny financial transaction can go a long ways to insure promptness in the future.

"Blessed are they who expect nothing, for they shall not be disappointed." But I do start a shift hoping to make enough to cover a hot dog and a cup o' coffee, and maybe a couple of small wagers. I think it's natural to wish for a long losing streak on the bastard who cashes for $1439.40, and waits for those last four dimes to cross the threshold. :mad:

[Bruddah]

I am known as a generous tipper, whether a cab, restaurant or at the track.

[joeyspicks]

Dont make it to the track much anymore..........but JEFF P put it EXACTLY correct (in my opionion)....thats EXACTLY my view:ThmbUp:

[KingChas]

Since I use the Sams exclusively when at the track or satellite,the only time contact is made with a human is at the end of the day when the voucher is cashed in.

Same as above.

Depends on the service. :)

I know some will disagree.But some of the freindliest tellers I've met have been on the first floor at the Spa.(IMHO) :eek:

[Ron]

I tip for luck, not for service.

[KingChas]

I tip for luck, not for service.

Send me $100 and I'll send you some luck! :ThmbUp: ;)

[Storm Cadet]

Took my son to Monmouth Park for the United Nations race last weekend.

I didn't cash a single ticket through 5 races, so I gave my son 2 bucks each race to bet...he WON 3 races and placed in the 9th. Went to the same female teller each race and she was nice to my son (15 years old) when he and I went to the window to purchase/cash.

At the end of the day, after the 9th race, she cashed out my son's ticket and I gave her $2. She wouldn't take it....but I explained to her that I'm teaching my son...and I appreciated her kindness to my kid.

Thats the difference between NYRA and Monmouth. Nyra tries to screw ya and keep change. Monmouth payout was like $7.60 one race and I told her to keep the change but she insisted on giving my kid 6 dimes. Try to find that at NYRA.

[Ron]

Took my son to Monmouth Park for the United Nations race last weekend.

I didn't cash a single ticket through 5 races, so I gave my son 2 bucks each race to bet...he WON 3 races and placed in the 9th. Went to the same female teller each race and she was nice to my son (15 years old) when he and I went to the window to purchase/cash.

At the end of the day, after the 9th race, she cashed out my son's ticket and I gave her $2. She wouldn't take it....but I explained to her that I'm teaching my son...and I appreciated her kindness to my kid.

Thats the difference between NYRA and Monmouth. Nyra tries to screw ya and keep change. Monmouth payout was like $7.60 one race and I told her to keep the change but she insisted on giving my kid 6 dimes. Try to find that at NYRA.

The tellers have little to do with NYRA. If NYRA loses, it'll probably still be the same tellers next year and then you can say that Empire Racing is screwing us.

[bigmack]

The tellers have little to do with NYRA. If NYRA loses, it'll probably still be the same tellers next year and then you can say that Empire Racing is screwing us.
Oh - The immorality of it all.

[Vegas711]

The entire point of tipping is to reward an employee for outstanding service. Taking a wager does not justify outstanding service thus no tip. If someone wishes to part with their money that is their choice, for me its just throwing away your money.


Do you really think that pretty gal is going to go out with you becouse you give her a tip :lol:

[JohnGalt1]

I use SAMS 100% of the time so any screw up is mine.

When I have a teller write out a W2G I make a bet for the teller. If a small W2G a $5 bet, a large win a $10-15 bet. Because they performed a service for me and the "wonderful" government.

[gillenr]

Just remember jgalt1, SERVICE is what the stud gives the mare.

[KingChas]

Do you really think that pretty gal is going to go out with you becouse you give her a tip :lol:

Do you really live in Vegas? :D

. Because they performed a service for me and the "wonderful" government.

Guess that leaves out the mailman's X-mas gift. :D

[MartyZee]

I haven't been to the track for over 2 years( I used to go religiously at least once a week). On more than one occassion the mutual clerks tried to screw me out of money; My wife is a beautician so I know how to tip ; I generally tip 25-30%;> That being said- I would never tip mutual clerks-I used to use the machines; Most of the tellers are jerks and are a great excuse for automation;

[PaceAdvantage]

Thats the difference between NYRA and Monmouth. Nyra tries to screw ya and keep change. Monmouth payout was like $7.60 one race and I told her to keep the change but she insisted on giving my kid 6 dimes. Try to find that at NYRA.

I'm not sure it's fair to blame NYRA for the actions of their UNIONIZED group of tellers. If it is fair, please elaborate.

But I do agree with you. I had a bad experience Belmont Stakes day where more than one teller would tell me "I hope you don't need change" as I walked up to the window. I'm like "Huh? You're a teller....your job is to give me change!" It infuriated me greatly to be greeted with a shit attitude like that, from more than one!

And I would have gladly left the change for the teller if the service was there, my attitude had nothing to do with the extra $.40 I had coming to me....

But back to the NYRA-to-blame thing. I would venture a guess that the surly, cheating teller thing is more of a local genesis regarding Belmont/Aqueduct. The reason I say this is that up at Saratoga, most if not all of the tellers are genuinely NICE! They greet you with a smile, they engage in pleasant small talk much of the time, and they leave you with another smile and a "Good luck" send off.

Last time I checked, NYRA still runs Saratoga....

[Tom]

They make up for it in the dinning room :eek:

[KingChas]

But back to the NYRA-to-blame thing. I would venture a guess that the surly, cheating teller thing is more of a local genesis regarding Belmont/Aqueduct. ....

Let's be honest weve all seen horses in the post parade or paddock.I view tellers the same way.Take a look before approaching window.I can see an SOB that thinks he's doing us a favor a mile away.I see a smiling face,that's my teller. ;)

[Vegas711]

Do you really live in Vegas? :D








No, I used to travel to Vegas 2 to 3 times a year when I played 21, I have not been to a casino for atleast 7 years.

[speedking]

Took my son to Monmouth Park for the United Nations race last weekend.

I didn't cash a single ticket through 5 races, so I gave my son 2 bucks each race to bet...he WON 3 races and placed in the 9th. Went to the same female teller each race and she was nice to my son (15 years old) when he and I went to the window to purchase/cash.

At the end of the day, after the 9th race, she cashed out my son's ticket and I gave her $2. She wouldn't take it....but I explained to her that I'm teaching my son...and I appreciated her kindness to my kid.

Thats the difference between NYRA and Monmouth. Nyra tries to screw ya and keep change. Monmouth payout was like $7.60 one race and I told her to keep the change but she insisted on giving my kid 6 dimes. Try to find that at NYRA.

It's nice to hear that you had a pleasant experience there, StormCadet. If you visited during the off-season when only simulcasting is offered, I doubt you would have found anyone as friendly and courteous. During the meet the track brings in many seasonal tellers who are, generally speaking, very pleasant people. Nighttime and when the track is only open for simulcasting you have the old timers who don't give a damn about you and they expect a tip. Surly is what comes to mind when I think about them. The Meadowlands is even worse.

I have not placed a bet with a teller in years. When necessary, I buy a voucher when wagering opens and cash out at the end of the day. I wager exclusively through Pinnacle or an automated machine, usually a Tiny Tim type device. When I cash out I go to whomever seems to be the friendliest or most efficient, (often best-looking) ;) clerk and will often leave a couple bucks to round my payout off. If I need to settle a signer, I almost always leave $10 or better.

I did have a bad experience in that type situation a few weeks ago in a Philly Turf Club. I had been there all day and had multiple signers which I was either too late to get into Pinnacle or wagers which pinnacle does not handle. I was cashing out a bit over 6 grand and it was about 10:30 at night. Only 2 tellers were open, so I had little choice whom to go to. After filling out all the paperwork and running my totals, the kid yelled out to the manager who was in another room, "I need 6 Large for this guy". Anyone who went to a window in the last 15 minutes knew I had a signer and this fool was broadcasting my figures to everyone. It took the manager close to 10 minutes to bring money back upstairs and as he took the money I watched the teller slip a $100 bill out of the stack. He counted it out for me as the manager walked back to us and announced that the money was short annd laughed and started to count it again in front of his boss. I put an end to the nonsense quickly, telling him to stop playing the F'ing games, just shut up and give me my money. I was furious! As he and the manager were still laughing together, I told him I would have thrown him a 20 if he didn't set me up to be mugged and been such a total A'hole. Fortunately I left without a problem, but this turf club has a bad reputation to begin with, having been the victim of armed robberies at the tellers windows at least 5 times that I'm aware of this year. None of which ever made the papers. (Center City location).

For any other services I usually tip 20% or better.

speedking

[alydar44]

Not only haven't I ever tipped, I've never even thought about tipping.

Hard enough to win at this game without tipping.

[Maverick58034]

I usually give away change (considering I usually drop it anyways), or if I hit a nice one I round it down to the nearest 10 or so. I usually just get a nod of approval or a smile, but all in all most tellers in my area are friendly (but there are a few who are alittle... interesting...)

[charlieparks53]

I'm a mutuel clerk, and I certainly appreciate the folks who leave the change when they're cashing 80, 100, 200 bucks or more at a time. The assumption that every clerk is a rude surly SOB that couldn't be more undeserving of a tip must surely be an East Coast bias. I'm not. Suff may be an insufferable lib on the off-topic page, but he's got this issue pegged perfectly. There are lots of ways a clerk can help a patron, and a tiny financial transaction can go a long ways to insure promptness in the future.

"Blessed are they who expect nothing, for they shall not be disappointed." But I do start a shift hoping to make enough to cover a hot dog and a cup o' coffee, and maybe a couple of small wagers. I think it's natural to wish for a long losing streak on the bastard who cashes for $1439.40, and waits for those last four dimes to cross the threshold. :mad:

Quoting scripture, from what bible is that, the bible of your own mind. Then you wish harm and use abusive language on someone. Now I know why I never tip clerks, your a good example of it.

[Tom]

Wow. that's why I tip very seldom too.
I tip when I think somebody went out of their way to give me good service. Not when they think it is expected.

That guy that cashed for $1439.40 might now be only $1756.30 down for the day, and you want a reward for doing your job!
If you need hand outs to make a few bets, maybe you should consider a better job?

When some "regular" taps out, do you throw anything his way, for being a polite customer of your window?

[speedking]

I don't know if this is a local habit (NY,NJ,Philly), but it's one I hate. When I cash out these days, probably 50% of the time, the teller automatically breaks the last $10 or $20 into small bills and often fans those last bills out in a blatant attempt to coerce a tip. I never leave a dime to any of them who pull this stunt.


speedking

[rastajenk]

For one, the quote is from a movie, "The Trouble With Harry," a Hitchcock film.

For another, sometimes I do round up to make the process quicker (thereby getting more people through the line), and when the patron stands there looking surprised, I just shrug and say, "Close enough." I have also "loaned" money to a few regulars to get them through their day.

And for yet another, it's a part-time gig in an environment I love. Why would I want a "better" job?

And for yet another, where did you get the notion that I use abusive language towards the customers? Not only does it never happen, it never enters my mind to do such a thing.

[Tom]

I walk up and bet a total of $21 dollars on a race, throw you a twenty and say Close Enough. What's you reply? After, it gets more people through the line, you not having to break a fiver.

[bigmack]

the teller automatically breaks the last $10 or $20 into small bills and often fans those last bills out in a blatant attempt to coerce a tip
Next time they do it speed tell em here's a tip: Don't eat yellow snow.

[DrugSalvastore]

I do the vast majority of my betting away from places like simulcast centers and race tracks...where tellers will take my bet.

When I do go to such places, I will tip.

I think it is fair to tip change---and if you are having a spectacular day---to tip the teller a few dollars.

If they make mistakes, they do have to eat the losing bets---and in most places it's not a decent paying job.

I'm very stingy with my money in general...but, sometimes you have to help people out a little bit if you can.

[keilan]

Do any of you hire contractors (painters, plumbers etc) and provide them lunch and drinks on top of their wage? This would seem absurd to most of you but the pay-back is ten fold. Edmonton has a skilled labor shortage now that it has never experienced in its history yet I never have a problem getting the best guys on short notice. Here’s the gig as I see it – I’m paying a trades-person a whole lot of money for his skill so it makes perfect sense for me to spend a couple hundred more making sure that he eats properly each day on the job. The guy/s understand that I’ve made the effort to look after them when I didn’t have to, so right away I’m getting more bang for my buck and secondly they pick up the phone when it rings. Why because they have a history with me of being treated square.

I could give lots of examples about tipping/lunches/gift certificates/ or simply a hand-written note but the thread is about tipping tellers. I choose to tip and occasionally I buy a teller a win or exactor ticket that sometimes pays them more then a hundred dollars easily because I never get shut out, I’m always greeted politely and with a smile. Kinda like the chicken and the egg, what came first? To me it’s a cost of doing business plus it makes life easier all around. I’ve had tellers ask other patrons whom were playing other tracks to step aside so she could take my play. I appreciate that type of service especially when I hit something nice.

I know some good players who never tip and they probably don’t pick up lunch for employees either but that’s what makes the world go around. Everyone has their own style and gives where they feel the need.

I remember a few years ago one of the tellers was leaving for greener pastures and the guys had bought a card for her last day and were going around asking who wanted to through in some cash to send her off. When they approached me I told them I’d match whatever the room contributed. I thought it was fitting because she had probably cashed more big tickets for me than the everyone else combined and some of those scores were a result of her maneuvering other players to accommodate me.

Wow -- as of right now 57% of the poolsters do not tip

[KingChas]

Just out of high school (18) I worked for a man in N.J. That did the same thing(construction).When we went out to lunch or after work,we were not allowed to open our wallets or even leave a tip.He handled everything.
When he walked into a place the second time there was a hush like the king arrived.In our eyes he was one.I'll never have a boss like that again or forget him.(RIP).
Maybe it's an ego thing or just human nature.But as Kelian and Suff said it feels a lot better spreading the wealth on a good day.Even with a stranger.
Sometimes in this rough world the only thing that matters on this topic is how does it make you feel? ;)

Ps; If I'm up a couple K's at the Spa I'm buying. :D

[DrugSalvastore]

Keilan makes a pretty good point.

My father (who is much more generous with his money than I am) and his friends would always tip the tellers and waitresses very well. I would go to the simulcast parlor with them A LOT when I was a kid. Whenever I was at there table, You seem to get your drinks much faster and service was better all around.

One summer, when I was either 14 or 15, one of the tellers told me that if I'd bring a VCR tape, he'd tape me the simulcast feed of the entire card for the track I wanted. And when he wasn't there, other tellers would gladly do it for me. It gave me access to head-on replays, the post parade, and warm-ups. Now that I think about it--I'm not so sure all of the tellers would have been so willing to do that for a kid if my dad and his friends weren't tipping.

[bigmack]

I’ve had tellers ask other patrons whom were playing other tracks to step aside so she could take my play. I appreciate that type of service especially when I hit something nice
So when I generously tip @ Ruth's Chris Steakhouse I should expect that the next time I arrive that they ask the people in front of me who also have a reservation to step aside so that I can be seated prior to them because the establishment thinks I'm a good tipper?

[KingChas]

Ok, no more Bullsh*t...... I overtip.
I know what it feels like to be really treated like a " King for a Day" :faint:
Do you Guys?
Physchoanylize (sic) me I'm purely Hedonistic. :jump:

[Bruddah]

for treating others, the way I would like to be treated, if I were them. Does it get appreciated or acknowledged every time...NO!!! BUT IT DOES MORE THAN 90% OF THE TIME. And you are rewarded with more than good service and recognition on return visits.

Personally, I am rewarded, if it puts a smile on someone's face. Life is hard enough without being an ungrateful a$$ toward others who provide service. My personal philosophy is, if I can't afford to tip, then I don't require service by others. (JMHO)
:kiss:

[bigmack]

Life is hard enough without being an ungrateful a$$ toward others who provide service
Just to review that service is: Take money, punch in numbers, hand over ticket - Accept ticket - hand over lettuce.

There has to be a value to that besides patting yourself on the back for tipping and keeping the expectation circle alive by want of good things or preferential treatment as a result.

Don't be throwing around accusations of "ungrateful ass" to people who more than likely treat many people far better than you would expect.

I tip the valet at my club $10 everyday. How you doing with valets?

I'm grateful God gave me the wherewithall to figure out how to be profitable in this game and certainly don't need for someone to insist that I tip a situation where the value of service is within the realm of a bank teller.

I just picked up a large cashiers check the other day from an investment. Should I have tipped them for doing their job in the transaction?

[Suff]

I just picked up a large cashiers check the other day from an investment. Should I have tipped them for doing their job in the transaction?

In that business the Gratuity is included. And quite generous usually.

[Bruddah]

I hadn't realized my post was directed specifically to you. I must of hit a nerve. If so, it had some value.

Best Regards
Bruddah

P.S. I am very happy for your Valet at the club. Keep up the benevolent work.

[Jeff P]

So when I generously tip @ Ruth's Chris Steakhouse I should expect that the next time I arrive that they ask the people in front of me who also have a reservation to step aside so that I can be seated prior to them because the establishment thinks I'm a good tipper? If you do it right... yes.

Yesterday afternoon, after hitting a few races in a really nice way, I turned off the computer and walked down to the sand to catch a little sun and do some body surfing. While there I met a really cool group of girls from the U.K. who are staying at the hostel right on the beach. They suggested we meet up later that night to get drinks. Yeah, I know, it's a really hard job, but somebody's gotta do it. :)

There's an area of town not too far from the water with several nightclubs. So I meet them at the hostel at 10:30 and we're walking the sidewalk from the beach to where the clubs are. I'm reading these girls - there are five of them - they are young and they want to dance and party. The club within walking distance that best fits their state is called "The Tavern." As we get closer I see there's already a line and it's long - down the sidewalk and wrapping into the parking lot of the grocery store down the street. I walk right up to the doorman, who BTW doesn't know me. We make eye contact. I ask him if Keith is working behind the bar tonight. He smiles and says yes. Keith is the head bartender there. I'm not in his club all that often but he KNOWS I tip way more than the college kids who pack the place five nights a week do. He's told me before that if I ever want to cut the line just mention his name to the guys at the door. The doorman and I shake hands. He pats me on the back like we're old friends, tells me to have a great night, and in we go. BTW, U.K. girls rock - they kept buying ME drinks all night!

So yeah, tipping in the right venue pays off in ways very few really ever get to see.

-jp

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[46zilzal]

I am told that the word is short for To Insure Promptness

[John]

WITH SUFF,THAT'S A RACE TRACK THING !!! [ people on the inside ]

A racetrackers mentality.....You score you share.....you share you make friends. :)

[ELA]

Those that tip do so for their own reasons. Perhaps they have a motivation, perhaps they don't.

Those that don't also do so for their own reasons. It is not automatically an issue of being ungrateful.

And, from the movie "My Blue Heaven" with Steve Martin, he so eloquently states "it's not tipping I believe in . . . it's overtipping, that's my philosophy"

Eric

[Tom]

I am told that the word is short for To Insure Promptness

Uh oh.
At the Sartoga dining room, it is To Insure Table! :eek:

[DrugSalvastore]

It will be interesting to see how that works without Manny running the show.

[Suff]

Manny's assistant, is also named Manny.

Manny will be running the downstairs in the AM... and upstairs in the PM, so I have been advised.

[John]

Manny's assistant, is also named Manny.

Manny will be running the downstairs in the AM... and upstairs in the PM, so I have been advised.

Suff, Remember that day we walked over to say hello to Manny in the middle of the Saturday race card. Manny said, Suff, you want a table. Suff,said, " Manny you don't have room for a cockroach." Manny, said, Suff, I'll move some tables around and get you set up. Of course we refused.
A nice guy Manny, to the people he liked.

[abuttry]

I use the sams but if I do use the tellers I usually leave the change.

There are a lot of people who tip the guy selling the programs..........Buddah makes a killing on saturdays

[Buddha]

Buddah makes a killing on saturdays

Just had to bring me into this, didnt you

[BarnieClockerbigal]

I bet self machines and internet and most of the time I wire the money into straight into my bank account from my account wagering account. (on the good days of course :p ).

On the days I do have to deal with a teller. Nope I don't tip. I remmber when I cashed out of my account about 800 bucks went to the nearest teller
the exact amount was like 780 somthing and change. used the slow count on me. i waited until they finished and said where's my change.

I don't tip tellers at a bank.

I sure ain't gonna do it at the track.

Allan

[Tom]

The las time I tipped, I was wearing Earth shoes!

[bigmack]

The las time I tipped, I was wearing Earth shoes!
Contact Beijing to start production - I smell a come back (or is that the shoes?)

[Rookies]

I would venture a guess that the surly, cheating teller thing is more of a local genesis regarding Belmont/Aqueduct.Unfortunately- NOT.

There are surly, ill mannered tellers everywhere. There is one guy at the Greenwood Teletheatre in Toronto, that I frequent, who rarely has customers. That's because he's PR # 1 & people can't stand even giving in their bet.

There is one just like him at The Spa the past couple of years, late 30s black woman, near the IRS window, 1st. floor, near the Pizza & Bar. Same temperament as this jackass in Toronto- NEVER smiles, blasts out the tickets without a word. Appears to seethe all the time.

WHO needs that ?

Now, both at The Spa and at home at WO/ Teletheatre, I have met some raelly nice people, who carry on conversations. And, yes - I've tipped THEM !

[pjbc77]

Agreed, most of the tellers at Saratoga that I've encountered have at the least been pleasant, but there are always exceptions.

I'll tip if I'm having a good day and cash a nice ticket, I agree with those who say that there's really no need to, but it's a nice thing to do when you're winning.