It would be nice if tipping was just gone, and everybody got paid a living wage, like in most of the rest of the world. We’re in a Nash equilibrium right now where if you don’t tip, you’re an asshole. Other people might even tip more if they hear about it, which reinforces the status quo. So I keep tipping well, and disliking that we’re stuck here.
How can we end tipping culture and just have everyone be paid a living wage?
If I was ever forced to tip, I’d just transfer the entire amount to the tip and change the bill to be free.
If the business complains, I’d just say their service wasn’t worth it, but the worker was doing a great job.