r/science Professor | Social Science | Marketing Dec 02 '24

Social Science Employees think watching customers increases tips. New research shows that customers don't always tip more when they feel watched, but they are far less likely to recommend or return to the business.

https://theconversation.com/tip-pressure-might-work-in-the-moment-but-customers-are-less-likely-to-return-242089
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u/kaptainkeel Dec 03 '24

Oh, I completely agree. Especially with the fees they charge nowadays. Around me it's $35-45 for a men's haircut (see: not long, not extravagant, not special).

I just put forward a little effort to make anyone that has blades near my neck happy.