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Having lived and worked in a place where the service industry is king (Las Vegas) I always make sure to tip well.
My iron-clad rule: you start at 20% and it's all downhill from there. Bottom out at 15% unless the service is really sh*tty, then it can go as low as 10%. There are occasions where I've tipped 25% on outstanding service.
And if you're playing the games in Vegas, it doesn't hurt to remember:
Dealers: You can make a bet for them; on a craps game, make sure to let the stickman or the basemen 'boys play the line (or the field, etc.) (Even though there are female craps dealers, they're still the 'boys'.) Dealers only make minimum wage plus tips, and I remember when my younger brother's paychecks fluctuated based on the 24-hour tip split.
Bartenders, cocktail waitresses etc.: 15-20%
The maitre 'd at some shows and exclusive restaurants: palm him a $10 or a $20 to get a better seat.
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