As we approach the end of the year, this is the perfect time to show appreciation for those who provide necessary services and little luxuries in our daily lives.
Whether it’s through tipping or gifting, and even if you’re limited in what you can give, a little extra thoughtfulness can go a long way.
Determining who to share extra tips or gifts with, and how much to give, can be stressful and confusing. Here’s suggestions from your BBB and other sources to help you provide your gratitude while staying within your budget:
Consider your budget. Begin planning your tips by looking over your holiday budget or creating one if you haven’t already. Tips aren’t obligatory, so if you don’t have the extra cash, consider other ways to show your gratitude. According to the Emily Post Institute, homemade gifts or a simple thank you note are perfectly acceptable ways to say “thank you” when funds are short.
Start planning tips early. You don’t want to scramble through your wallet to find extra cash when you see your regular delivery driver pull up. Once you set your tipping budget, list who you plan to tip and how much. Do this as early as possible, remembering that tipping before the holidays arrive means the recipient will have extra cash for holiday spending.