Recently, The Columbus Ledger-Enquirer did a poll asking readers to weigh in about their attitudes around tipping. Digital tipping is the ability for customers to leave tips for service workers electronically or through cashless payment systems, often with the workers standing nearby or offering the device. Further, digital tipping is thought to create “tipping fatigue” in which consumers are left wondering who should and shouldn’t be tipped. 40% of voters felt pressured40% felt happy to do it20% felt annoyed0% of voters felt embarrassed, proud or excitedDo you find yourself tipping more or less if presented with the digital option? This survey also implies this is trending down since the popularity of digital tipping.

Source: Los Angeles Times May 17, 2024 12:35 UTC