Tipping culture in the U.S. is facing criticism, with rising cost of living and social pressure to tip leading to 'tipflation'.
A study shows that the majority of Americans feel uneasy about businesses requesting tips, with baby boomers being more uncomfortable than Generation Z.
Employers are urged to consider alternative compensation models that reduce reliance on tips, as 83% of tipped workers prefer higher wages without tips.
Fair wages are important for both employee experience and public perception, with most respondents opposing paying tipped employees less.