☕ The problem with tipping culture
Learn topic-related expressions and join the speaking club to practice them!
I’m Ken, a Kenyan accountant with a special love for languages. I enjoy cross-cultural conversations and love hearing different accents from around the world come together through one shared language. I especially enjoy easy, judgment-free conversations where there is no pressure for perfection—just people connecting over random topics.
Participants · 4 people
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YadhiM -
AABIDHUSSEIN -
Jairogut -
C1
JoShin
Question list
- Ice breaking
- Main topic
- Free talk
| Q1. | What’s a relationship in your life that’s taught you valuable lessons about yourself? |
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| Q2. | What are some of your bucket list items? |
| Q3. | If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why? |
| Q4. | What is your favorite way to relax while on vacation? |
| Q5. | What makes you feel confident? |
| Q6. | What keeps you up at night? |
| Q7. | If you could record one sound that represents peace, what sound comes to mind? |
| Q8. | What’s a piece of advice that has stuck with you for a long time? |
| Q1. | Do you feel highly pressured to leave a tip on a digital screen? |
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| Q2. | Should all restaurant workers just be paid a much higher base salary? |
| Q3. | Is tipping for a simple cup of takeout coffee completely ridiculous? |
| Q4. | Have you ever refused to tip because the customer service was terrible? |
| Q5. | Do you strictly judge a person by how much they tip a hard-working waiter? |
| Q6. | Is tipping just a clever way for owners to avoid paying their own staff? |
| Q7. | Do you completely understand the confusing tipping rules in foreign countries? |
| Q8. | Would you rather eat at a place with no tips but much higher food prices? |
| Q1. | If you could be a contestant on any game show, which one would you choose and why? |
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| Q2. | What dream did you give up on? |
| Q3. | People face ethical dilemmas daily. What helps you decide between right and wrong in difficult situations? |
| Q4. | What’s your favorite place you’ve ever traveled to? |
| Q5. | Why do people create meaning from challenges? |
| Q6. | Talk about a company that offers good customer service. |
| Q7. | What moment recently reminded you of your priorities? |
| Q8. | What incredibly common thing have you never done? |
Rules
Please be kind and respectful.
Note: You can be banned for violating any of these rules
No flirting! Don't ask for other people's social network, number etc. if he/she refuses to give them.
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Give others an equal opportunity to speak.
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Avoid Smoking / Drinking while you are talking.
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Turning your camera on is mandatory.
Note: You can be banned for violating any of these rules
