NEED HELP.. should a captain take your tip or ???

[BlueH20Boss]

why don't you confront the captain and say: "I have noticed that sometimes the customers give my tip to you, if and when that happens could you ask them to hand it to me directly?" And then explain how it feels good to be tipped right from the happy customers, and your job feels more satisfying. Problem solved, cappy never even gets to touch the money , and in turn has no chance to steal it like a complete slimeball.

[WAHOONBOX]

I whole heartedly agree that the trust between captain and mate is more important than the money. Distrust over this is a symptom of a larger ailment. I also agree that as a mate it is better to be handed a tip directly and have that personal exchange. While it can be an awkward moment for customers, especially new ones, it really is about being thanked for your days work and hospitality. Likewise I want to be able to look them directly in the eyes and tell them how much I appreciate their thoughtfullness and taking care of me. And if they didn't have the day they expected I want to know that as well.

As a side note, I developed the peculiar habit of not looking at my tip untill after cleaning the boat. It gave me something to lookforward to and a little extra motivation to finish up. I believe it also prevented me from being surly in front of a customer if I'm dissappointed. I've never been good at hiding my reactions so I just avoid it. I know this is a bit of an odd practice and about every captain and mate on the dock finds this habit amusing but it is how I always operated.

I also have been fortunate to work for captains that ensure that customers fully understand taking care of his mate.

YOU JUST PUT A SMILE ON MY FACE HERE BUD....


VERY VERY COOL WORDS AND THOUGHTS....FOR I DO THE SAME ....

[Squidnation]

We always try to tip the mate directly but sometimes becuase of logistics we must prepay the tip when we pay for the charter. We only do this when we already know who the mate is and we are positive we are gonna get a 100% effort. But even when we prepay the tip I tell the mate how much he should be expecting.