Tipping (in the U.S.) has been a custom for as far back as we can remember. Most of it occurs in the restaurant/bar context, but the issue of tipping has been studied and many opinions advanced as to how to maximize tips, (from the tippee’s point of view!) what factors influence tips and even whether to abolish tips. Today, when we go Beyond The Norm, let’s look at the issue of tipping – I do believe you will find it more complex and interesting than at first blush!