Author: Bob Samanche

DDo you tip hotel staff?  Probably not. What about taxi drivers? We do tip them, but only in exceptional circumstances. We don't tip due dates or surge pricing. We don't want to be clunky about it, and we don't want people to feel bad about leaving a tip, we don't want them to feel judged, we don't want them to feel pressured, we don't want them to feel embarrassed, we don't want them to feel pressured to make rash decisions, we don't want them to feel pressured to use dirty tricks, and we certainly don't want them to feel pressured to tip out of pity or as a handout. So when you sit down to write…

What are the three interrelated factors that are central to the development of the US media industry? We define three factors as follows: 1) Cost of production, which reflects the cost of producing a magazine, book, film, or other cultural product. 2) Audience reach, which is the total number of people who have a direct line to the product (e.g., newspaper, magazine, or television show) and/or to the speaker (e.g., comedian, actor, or producer). 3) Product placement, which involves using a common, recognizable name or image in a manner that furthers the message of a publication or specific brand. In terms of media production costs, in the mid-1990s, the major studios and networks began to rely…

Why is voice of customer so important? Voice of customer is the first step before you start working on a product. A good VoC program ensures that you have a strategy in place to ensure you are getting the best deal possible on your product. VoC focuses on the customer experience and customer feedback. You can use customer feedback to inform your decision-making process, but it's the analysis and storytelling that really matter. Voice of customer is the first step before you start working on a product. A good VoC program ensures that you have a strategy in place to ensure you are getting the best deal possible on your product. VoC focuses on the customer…

Can you become a teacher with a criminal record? Yes, you can become a teacher if you have a criminal record. There are a few things that you will need to keep in mind before you set out to become a teacher with a criminal record. First, you will need to keep your criminal record private. That way, if you do want to get your criminal record cleared up, you can do so anonymously. Second, as with anything dealing with the court system, you will need to bring this up with the school board or attorney that you work for. Third, as with anything dealing with the court system, you will need to bring this up…

What can people do in Italy? Italy is a country with many different tourist attractions. Italy is rich in its history and culture so it's important to visit at least one of the landmarks of that history and culture. The Pantheon is one of the most famous landmarks in Italy and is known to pilgrims who pray to it for divine aid. The other attractions that Italians are famous for are the still standing Trappist monks and the still standing Basilica of St. Peter here in Florence. The former is a bit of a hike to get to, but it is worth the climb to get to this iconic spot. After climbing to the top, you…

Yes, Uber is cheaper than taxi in Paris.  Depending on the distance (kilometers traveled) and how long the ride takes, the taxi meter calculates the total amount to be paid, including 2.60€ for service +1.05€ per kilometer traveled or 32€/ hour in case of traffic delays. The , regardless of your destination. If you’re going to a specific place, you can call for a pickup or take the subway or taxi to that place. (You can also arrange a taxi stand or pick up outside of an airport if you’re traveling with several people.) , regardless of your destination. If you’re going to a specific place, you can call for a pickup or take the subway…

Yes, a 2 year old can sleep in a bed. But it is very rare, if ever, for a 2 year old to sleep in a bed with a toddler. Toddlers love company and cuddles, and family members are often too tired to do anything about it.Can a 2 year old sleep in a bed?  This is a very common question I get asked all the time. The short answer is that there is no right way to sleep at 2 years old, and there never will be.  It all depends on your daughter, and your own personal preferences.  The long answer starts at around age 2. Most toddlers are still growing physically and mentally. By…

Is it easy to move to Costa Rica? Yes, it’s relatively easy to establish a permanent residency or a temporary one, although hiring and firing is complicated. There are a lot of different ways to get residency, and most require proof of a certain amount of money coming in under a pension or retirement plan. You can’t legally hold a job in Costa Rica without first having your salary verified by the government. Having said that, there are a lot of people out there doing freelance work, so yes, you could theoretically work in a hotel or tourism related business without actually having your salary verified. How long does it take to establish residency? About a…