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You're free to tip whatever you want to. I just always say to those who watch the tips for a down at their table and multiply... I'm tipping out $4/hr chip runners, $1.5/hr DC, $3/hr floor, a few bucks a night to the cage, I have two hours (usually at least) of break, and plenty of tables with hardly any tokes.

It's a sweet job for what it is, don't get me wrong, but there's more than what you see.

Anyway, I'm happy with $1/pot as long as you keep the game moving. Be a courteous, consistent player. Don't hide your cards. Put your bets in. Understand that we make mistakes sometimes. Help rather than hinder. Smile. Say hello.

All of that means much more to me than a big tip. When a pro/prop tips me a buck, I'm more appreciative because I understand how much more it means to them. And I certainly don't think down on one for no tip on a blind steal or tiny post-drop flop.

The pros I don't like are those that want me to sing for my supper. Sorry, I'm not kissing your ass in hopes that after a year of dealing perfectly with no mistakes (in your own ego-filled mind), you might throw me a buck here or there. If you're that kind of player, stay at home.

So, be nice. And understand that other players look to you as an example, so, please, at least do one chip when appropriate. If you really feel you can't tip, then the least you can do is be a good, friendly, helpful player. It's your choice not to tip, but don't hold up my game or encourage others to be discourteous through example.