Bahaha--"Tyler Stanton is a man with a face."
Funny how we're often (overly)sensitive/insensitive to the idea of tips based on personal exposure. I used to think it ridiculous for coffee shops to have a tip jar out back in college days when I was forking over $4 for a fancy drink already.
Would be great if all jobs had that instant gratification pay, huh?!
Here's the thing--tipping your barista is never required. A financial reward (tip) given by those who appreciate excellence in service/knowledge/expertise should certainly be allowed though, for those who choose to give it. Being the best in any field is usually rewarded by higher pay, though instead of a tip it may be in the form of an increase in salary or the ability to charge more for a service than competitors because people know you give the best quality. That's fundamental economics (in America, at least.) So I almost agree with your statement, "by your logic, if anyone is good at their job and in high demand, they should receive tips" but substitute "tips" for "higher pay."
Keep in mind, I'm not talking McDonalds coffee here either....I don't know if everyone realizes the vast difference. I wouldn't, except I'm married to a coffee snob. :)
As far as the barista thing, it depends on what type of coffee shop you're going to. Many "baristas" are pressing a button with a machine that's mostly automatic. My husband worked in a great coffee shop in Nashville (Fido) for years, and competed in barista competitions. Turns out making a smooth soy latte and consistent perfect espresso shots and latte art is more involved than you might think. He had people requesting him specifically to make their drinks, and got tipped well for it. Let's not lump all baristas into the same category! ;)
My terribly immature inner 2nd grader wants the text to be changed to "Saving the internet. One Poop at a Time."
Absolutely. As a former PK, I would think I'd be good at tuning in to long sermons. What I'm actually good at is playing tic tac toe, dots, and "Go Picasso on the Bulletin" games, while passing it off as furious note taking.
"Something about prayer makes us all think of a million things we need to do." True dat.
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