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08/25/2009 06:06:58 PM · #26 |
| Cow tipping? I think it's still done in some areas ;-) |
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08/25/2009 07:06:07 PM · #27 |
Originally posted by kirbic:
Cow tipping? I think it's still done in some areas ;-) |
If the cow gives good service, I think tipping is appropiate. ;-) |
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08/25/2009 07:28:45 PM · #28 |
Originally posted by idnic:
I always try to go above and beyond for my clients. I arrive early, if needed I stay late. I never let the client see me sweat. I always bring twice as much equipment as I think I will need "just in case". I offer them drinks and snacks. I think I do my best to make every client experience (portrait or wedding) a good one in every way.
Yet of all my clients thus far, I have had ONE (1) client offer a tip.
I'm not saying that tipping is required, nor even expected... but it would be nice to know that the clients appreciate the extra effort.
So what is your take on tipping your photographer - or having your clients offer a tip if they have received photography services above their expectations? |
Cindi,
I think that it is awesome that you offer your clients extras. And I feel you have been tipped more than one time. It may has not been money in hand but in the form of referrals. When you offer the extras as you say you do your reward may be hidden from plain site but nevertheless it's there. Consider every client that refers another to you as a tip. A tip bigger than money in hand.
As far as someone offer you a tip...that would be great and believe you deserve it. I know I would feel comfortable, relaxed, and thrilled to have a photograph that does what you do.
Message edited by author 2009-08-25 19:31:13. |
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08/25/2009 07:30:48 PM · #29 |
"don't eat yellow snow" is the only tip i've ever got :(
Message edited by author 2009-08-25 19:31:22. |
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08/25/2009 10:25:48 PM · #30 |
I am new to the wedding game and I never even thought of receiving a tip until before my first wedding,
I am under contract with a local photog to do weddings for her under a division of her company. She mentioned that customers often tip her.I have yet to receive a tip :)
I think that if a client purchases a package and you go above and beyond what the package calls for then a tip would be nice. For example; couple pays for 6 hrs of photography for their special day which consists of pics from prep time to the first dance, then things happen during the day which adds 1 to 2 hrs to the day, then it would be nice to receive something for that extra time.
Although not exprcted it would be courteous of clients to notice the extra effort. Afterall lawyers,doctors and others charge for every minute logged.
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08/25/2009 10:48:05 PM · #31 |
Life is simple... if you honestly believe your services deserve more... charge more.
Ray |
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08/26/2009 08:19:23 AM · #32 |
| I am a pizza delivery man for Domino's Pizza and there are about three people just about every Friday night (busiest night of the week) that will simply just not tip. That's an industry which no doubt has the standard of tipping and people still will not do it. |
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08/26/2009 08:39:30 AM · #33 |
Originally posted by JulietNN:
what about dog groomers, i had Maverick shaved yesterday and the bill was 70 bucks. Should you tip a dog groomer the same way as you tip a hairdresser??? |
The answer to this one is yes, if you are very happy with the service you receive, and tips are always appreciated. I was a dog groomer for many years, as well as a grooming shop owner, and dog groomers who work for shops don't make all the money you pay, they generally make about half of what you pay, sometimes less, and depend upon their tips. Many customers who use the SAME groomer all the time choose to tip once a year at Christmas. I had one customer for many years who always tipped me $300 at Christmas, but did not tip at any other time. |
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08/26/2009 08:44:03 AM · #34 |
I've never thought about tipping a photographer... I have however, had clients overpay me, and insist that I keep the overpayment; clients who regularly send me Starbucks Cards; and clients who have sent me gift certificates to restaurants. I would suppose that all of these would be considered a form of tipping.
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08/26/2009 09:01:09 AM · #35 |
I would say that 80% of the weddings Ive done in the last 2 years they have tipped me when I leave. I think the tipping has a lot to do w/ your price and how its presented. A lot of my weddings end up being discounted from our original advertised prie. Usually this is due to a last minute request or friends of friends etc. I think they think they are getting a deal which they are and in turn tip us out when we leave. Usually the tip has been around $40-$80. Not much when considering some are getting phenomenal deals but its cash none the less. Nice for buying my after shooting a wedding been on my feet all day beer.
Before I hit a nerve about discounted pricing, my pricing is based on the fact that I shoot as a side job. I run a photography rental biz, do other shooting than weddings and work a regular 40hr "normal" job. If I don't have a wedding booked and someone wants us to shoot, we will price it down. Our philosophy is any $$ is better than no money. We get most of our business from referrals so its like getting paid to advertise.
PS. Anyone interested in renting Nikon or Canon lenses, I give discounts to the DPC community. Just send a PM. |
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08/26/2009 09:15:12 AM · #36 |
Originally posted by LindaLee:
I've never thought about tipping a photographer... I have however, had clients overpay me, and insist that I keep the overpayment; clients who regularly send me Starbucks Cards; and clients who have sent me gift certificates to restaurants. I would suppose that all of these would be considered a form of tipping. |
Just a quick question - is overpaying `like` overcharging? if so then that happens to my clients all the time..
thats all.
continue. |
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08/26/2009 09:35:32 AM · #37 |
Originally posted by Lutchenko:
I would consider a photographer to provide a professional service in the same way as my dentist might and yet I am never tempted to offer him a tip |
Maybe it would hurt less the next time, if we would tip dentists :) |
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08/26/2009 09:42:59 AM · #38 |
Originally posted by MistyMucky:
Originally posted by Lutchenko:
I would consider a photographer to provide a professional service in the same way as my dentist might and yet I am never tempted to offer him a tip |
Maybe it would hurt less the next time, if we would tip dentists :) |
How about Solicitors (Lawyers) they offer a service just like a photographer does, should we tip them? Even if they go that little bit further to `help` you? |
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08/26/2009 10:05:26 AM · #39 |
I guess this is one of those things that is particularly to each individual.
Personally, I tip those people involved in the service industry, such as waitresses, bellhops and the like and have never considered tipping those involved in trades such as construction workers, roofers, mechanics and the like, nor do I tip professionals and business owners.
I definitely do tip those individuals whose primary source of income is derived from gratuities, but seldome consider tipping others, like my barber, grocery clerk, dentist or lawyer.
To each his/her own I guess.
Ray |
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08/26/2009 11:25:02 AM · #40 |
Originally posted by RayEthier:
I guess this is one of those things that is particularly to each individual.
Personally, I tip those people involved in the service industry, such as waitresses, bellhops and the like and have never considered tipping those involved in trades such as construction workers, roofers, mechanics and the like, nor do I tip professionals and business owners.
I definitely do tip those individuals whose primary source of income is derived from gratuities, but seldome consider tipping others, like my barber, grocery clerk, dentist or lawyer.
To each his/her own I guess.
Ray |
I'm nodding my head in agreement with Ray here. I'd add that I will tip a local business owner if I know that they really need the cash. |
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08/26/2009 11:29:24 AM · #41 |
Originally posted by RayEthier:
I guess this is one of those things that is particularly to each individual.
Personally, I tip those people involved in the service industry, such as waitresses, bellhops and the like and have never considered tipping those involved in trades such as construction workers, roofers, mechanics and the like, nor do I tip professionals and business owners.
I definitely do tip those individuals whose primary source of income is derived from gratuities, but seldome consider tipping others, like my barber, grocery clerk, dentist or lawyer.
To each his/her own I guess.
Ray |
I beleive that barbers/hair stylists do rely on tips. |
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08/26/2009 11:58:51 AM · #42 |
yea, if you don't tip your barber, he must really hate you by now
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