The holidays are around the corner, and this is about the time when everyone starts to wonder, âhow much should I tip?â We have compiled some suggestions to help you navigate the process. Tipping is just a way to thank those who have helped you throughout the year, and it should not be a stressful process, nor should it set you back financially. If you cannot afford to tip, consider homemade gifts as they always bring a smile to peopleâs faces.
- Babysitter: Equivalent to one nightâs pay and a small gift or note from your child.
- Beauty Salon Staff: (receptionist, etc.): divide the equivalent of one haircut among them, or a small gift.
- Hair Stylist/Nail Tech: Equivalent to one service.
- Shampoo attendant: $5 – $10
- Doorman: $20 – $100
- Group Class Instructor: $20 – $30
- Housekeeper: Equivalent to one dayâs pay for every day of the week they work for you. Increase for every year of service.
- Landscape Crew: $20 – $30 per person (for a large crew) for a 1-2 person crew $40 – $50 each.
- Mail Carrier: $10 – $20
- Masseuse: $50 – $100 (if it is your usual person then equivalent to one massage, someone you go to once or twice a year $25 +)
- Nanny: Equivalent to one weekâs pay or up to one monthâs pay, and donât forget a card or personal gift from your child.
- Personal trainer/Coach: Equivalent to one session
- Pet Groomer: $20 – $50
- Pool Person: $20 – $30 (if you donât have a regular person then tipping is not necessary).
- Teachers: $10 – $50, depending on how many teacher’s your child has. If they have one main teacher and an assistant it would be appropriate to give the main teacher say $40, and the assistant $25. If your child has 8 teacher’s then a $10 – $15 each is appropriate. If you get gift cards please get them from easily accessible stores (like Target) and not designer boutiques. Don’t be afraid to buy a $5 gift card, your teacher will still appreciate it, they all add up! Include a note from your child if you can.
- Trash Collector: $10 – $25 per person
- UPS/FEDEX: $10 – $20
- Your childâs coach, music, or after school program teacher: $25 – $50 (depending on frequency).
These are just suggestions and you should alter them to fit your budget. Also, it depends on how often you see the person or use their services, and how much they help you during the year. A personal trainer or babysitter that you use three times a week should get more than the person you see once every other week. Whatever amount you give, no matter how small, should come from the heart. If you cannot afford gift, a personal note is always appreciated. For that extra touch, tie your card to a sweet treat.Â
