'Tis the season of giving, but it's not only a time of buying presents for your loved ones. It's also a period of showing appreciation, and to do that in a meaningful way, a little gratitude can go a long way. This holiday season is the perfect opportunity for expressing generosity and kindness.
However, because the holidays can be an expensive time of year, it can be difficult when deciding how much to spend on tips. If you are unsure of how to tip, this helpful guide gives helpful methods to express gratitude without breaking the bank. With the tips and advice provided, you can show your appreciation this season with meaningful holiday tipping.
The holidays are the perfect time to demonstrate if how much you appreciate those who make your life easier, from regular services to things you don't need on a regular basis. But between gifts, food, decorations, and travel, it can be difficult to navigate how much money to designate to holiday tips. Read on for general guidelines for tipping during the winter months and helpful ideas to show your appreciation throughout the year.
It is customary to tip your regular babysitter or nanny if they weren’t already included in your long term make agreement and you rely on them for childcare year round. During the holidays, a thoughtful gift or bonus is appreciated. A gift ranging from $30-$100 is usually acceptable; however, you know your own budget and the work that your childcare provider puts in. Incorporate your budget into the gift or bonus, and be sure to select something that you know the babysitter or nanny will appreciate.
Your hairstylist or barber is another service provider that you appreciate all year long, and the holidays are the perfect time to show that appreciation. If you visit your barber/hairstylist regularly and you’re happy with their service, consider gifting them a little something special. In lieu of a tip, a gift certificate, bottle of wine, or baked goods is often appreciated. Alternatively, you may decide to tip an extra 15 to 20 percent, or $20-$50.
It is customary to tip housekeepers throughout the year, although Christmas tips can be higher. How much to tip will depend on the services they provide and how often. A generous tip is usually somewhere in the neighborhood of $20-$50, or more depending on the services provided and your relationship with them. If the relationship is strictly professional, you may decide to gift them something useful rather than giving a monetary amount.
Delivery drivers and postal workers are especially busy during this time of year and it is a thoughtful gesture to provide them with a tip to say thank you for their service. Anywhere from $5-$20 is the standard holiday tip. If you regularly get your food deliverd or postal services, consider tipping more generously during holiday months.
Maintenance staff such as janitorial staff, landscaping and yard personnel, and building maintenance workers may receive tips during the holiday season. As a general rule, most maintenance personnel appreciate between $20-$100 for a tip. Maintenance personnel may be more difficult to tip since their services occur during the same period of the year. Consider adjusting the amount depending on how regularly you use the service.
Show your vet some extra love this season with a tip. Unless you’re able to find a great bottle of their favourite vino, a monetary gift is acceptable. A good range is between $15 and $50 as a one-time thank you. If your pet requires a great deal of attention or regular visits, you may tip your vet annually or during the holidays.
From showing your appreciation to your regular childcare provider to your barber, delivery drivers, and everyone in between, holiday tipping doesn't have to break the bank. It's important to think about what you can comfortably afford and how often you use the services of the same provider. Depending on the service, tips vary, but it's a small gesture that can show your appreciation for the important jobs people do. Holiday tipping is a long standing tradition that shouldn't be taken lightly.
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