galeeb t1_j672p2c wrote on January 28, 2023 at 4:21 AM

Haha this is bringing me way back to last week. So I locked myself out for the first time last week. Locksmith had to open two doors and since he couldn't get the second one, drilled the lock and had to replace it.

$275 to get into my own place for about 15-20 minutes of work, and the guy literally asked if I wanted to tip him anything at the end.

FrutaFertil t1_j67al8f wrote on January 28, 2023 at 5:39 AM

You’re paying for skill, not time. You know that, right?

Previous_Floor t1_j6ayr0d wrote on January 29, 2023 at 1:02 AM

>You’re paying for skill, not time. You know that, right?

It doesn't matter. Consumers care about the bottom line. They don't care about what's behind it.

FrutaFertil t1_j6bafhq wrote on January 29, 2023 at 2:34 AM

Wow sometimes brevity is so revealing. It’s almost like you feel entitled!

Previous_Floor t1_j6bz7i8 wrote on January 29, 2023 at 6:12 AM

As someone who offers a product or service, what I wrote is reality. Don't delude yourself into thinking otherwise.

FrutaFertil t1_j6gpu0m wrote on January 30, 2023 at 4:50 AM

I think it’s YOUR reality but not everyone’s. Some folks can see that not all service providers are on the same level and deserve their tips. Your comment is a little aggressive…

leavingthecold OP t1_j67na7o wrote on January 28, 2023 at 8:17 AM

Wow another one asking for a tip at $275 for 15-20 min of work come on , this actually reminds me of the time American Airline lost my luggage, then found it and had a guy bring it to my house from Logan, this ding dong was literally with his hand out waiting for a fucking tip, gave him the peace sign.