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Source: http://news.distractify.com/mark-pygas/professionals-confess-money-saving-tips/
Even more from reddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/AskReddit/comments/2s5g55/what_one_weird_trick_does_a_profession_actually/
martsaurine
So many of these aren't true...
4wholemarinara
Thats what i was thinking
CaptainUnspeakable
If you insist that you talk the the CEO to get your way, you are an asshole.
lesbianyellowsourfruit
all of this advice clearly comes from this:
Gonnaderpya
I giggled. That meme is so painfully accurate
DylanSchiester
Most of this is complete bs
causality
Surprises me there are people who don't respond to telemarketers by just hanging up and blocking their number.
sexyllama
lordblood123
they might mean online gift cards....
dishonored2342
yea that one doesn't make any sense
sexyllama
it really doesn't...
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
maybe if you ACTUALLY lived in California, but other than that
AskingTheRealQuestions
hahahaha that's the stupidest fucking post i agree
SevenDwarvesAndASock
As someone who works in retail, I usually have no idea when stuff goes on sale. Nor do I know anything about breast feeding so pls don't ask
thelittletrainthatcanteven
As a plumber, yes that might work for a small jam. But to Miss.Wilkinson who continues to try and cram a chicken carcass down, no. Stop.
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DrNulbuks
Yeah, I'm trying to teach a friend why this is a bad thing.
Imlyingabouteverything
most of this...is bullshit
ifigetloggedoutofimguriwillprobablynotbeabletologinagain
most of it is like, truth, but bad truth. yes, flea shampoos are not for killing current fleas. they're actually to PREVENT future fleas...
HankyDaddy
speaking as a retailer this is the most bullshit thing i've ever read. Warranty papers states any injury = no
themilkmancometh
Yeah that hospital one is stupid as fuck who pays directly for healthcare
Euthanized
For scheduled surgery hospitals most definitely do this. They calculate what you will owe after your insurance and if you prepay its cheaper
themilkmancometh
I am talking about a lack of free healthcare.
Euthanized
Most of this stuff is complete bullshit but that one is true. I've done it in the past.
Imlyingabouteverything
For instance-- of course buying blueprints online is cheaper- they need to education and dont have to follow local zoning codes
Imlyingabouteverything
Also, almost no one in the store no when an item goes on sale. We just know when the ad starts again. Because its the same every week.
itsimpossibletofindausernamethatisnttaken
I work in a grocery store and I have to order, I usually know next-week's ad 3 days in advance. I can check further but I have no reason to
Imlyingabouteverything
That cook with butter is a moron and should be fired.
Imlyingabouteverything
Tax free to go food? Depends on the state, but lets be honest, thats just stupid
DDPB9k5G
Agreed. Taxing food is regressive.
StraightToCatFolder
Just talk to the CEO.
GifMagister
As a CEO, please don't
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Cupcakemaiden
I worked for Disney. Every darn time I tried not to giggle.
lordblood123
i think they mean for really small companies not pepsi or facebook...
whitepolarbear
no, this doesn't work... you just end up sounding like an entitled asshole. Not every gets a ribbon Janice!
bittercold
*Whoosh*
EvilBrainAngelHeart
It can work with smaller to mid-sized companies.
ameo
yeah. you'll totally get through to that guy. -.-
Sarnh
BF emailed CEO once cuz he kept getting the run around. Apologized for interrupting CEO's crayon colouring time & asked for help. CEO helped
BlueStringsAttached
It will work - if they respond.
fapfapfapblehblehbleh
brb, gotta call Tim Cook to tell them about the cracked iPhone screen that I have absolutely *NO* idea how it broke.
bubblehearth
If you somehow DO know how to contact the CEO - please for the love of FUCK, don't. That will get people fired, immediately.
arealapple
That one just seemed plain sarcastic, as if the exact opposite can and will happen.
legoutilizationfornegatingcrisishierarchies
i am the complaint officer for an $8bil company. no. no, there is no chance you will talk to our ceo. unless you already play golf with him
mangoturrets
mum complained about the substandard service of the bank of her credit card. she called the CEO, her friend, shit got done ASAP.
wilxcapps
admittedly some CEOs browse community forums on occasion for and often have a twitter set up. Even then this is a stretch lol
Pabloblibli
I got my issue resolved by e-mailing the president of a company. Just figured out their email is first initial lastname@company.com
ShamnusMcfee
That one was brilliant. Who knew. Let me just call up the CEO of Comcast. I'm sure he has plenty of time to take my call.
smasher543
"Yes, Bill Gates? Give me an iphone"
TheGoodOnesAreTaken
I can't even talk to the CEO at the place I work at. :/
madmatt2024
This does work but you contact the CEO office, not the CEO themselves. I've seen it work wonders with DISH Network.
RhoxStar
OMG if you ever call my company and ask for the CEO, I will come through the phone and murder you.
HailSatinGodOfFabric
Mother effers with my Lowes CC screwed up my payments 3x. I looked up GE board of directors and got it solved through Marc Chini...
MustardHeadmaster
As someone who sits in the last line before you get to talk to a CEO. It won't happen if I don't personally knows who you are.
Vivoloko
No this don't work if you want to get through just say you'll go to the BBB they will begin to take you seriously.
TheHorseShesElbowDeepIn
Guy insisted on speaking to the CEO, he got as far as me. I make $15 an hour. Nobody salaried is going to waste their time on that.
YouMightGetIdeas
I actually got on the phone with the European director of sales of a hundred millions dollar turnover company 1/2
YouMightGetIdeas
I just wanted to ask a few questions and he answered quite nicely. Then he asked me how I got the phone number 2/3
YouMightGetIdeas
4/4 the day after that, the page was took down.
YouMightGetIdeas
i got his phone number from a very old page from when he was just a sales representative. He thanked me and I checked 3/4
boopdedo
casual
phlockian
Ask to become stay at home CEO
Berethian
Yeah the retail ones are bullshit. Except for the one about the backroom.
Equinox13
Unless it's Walmart. Walmart employees, when I can find them and convince them to help, will 95% of the time have the product in the back.
Queenlizthe1
I'd just go stand there for a minute and text
NotRick
Worked at Home Depot. There is no back room. If it didn't come in today, and its not above you, we don't have any... or we lost it
SuedeCaramel
I worked in a Borders before they closed and if I looked out bank, I was genuinely searching. Maybe this is why we went out of business.
embiggenator
I worked at Circuit City and I'd check too...they also went out of business. Conspiracy?
Berethian
If someone asks you to check out back, it means I already know there isn't any. If I were unsure, I'd already have checked.
Xecryo
Some of these are either completely incorrect or true but, if you do it, we all talk about what a fucking dick you are once you're gone.
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Xecryo
Although if you were a millionaire I doubt you'd be shopping at a grocery outlet trying to get people to mark down shit. XD
AskingTheRealQuestions
Like the wine one... lol... what the actual fuck.
BitchImCanadian
That's totally a thing though... What if they don't carry your favorite wine or it's a special occasion and needs a specific wine?
Guansalsa
Wanna save money on surgical bills? Get a kitchen knife, some alchol, and a rag to save over $5000 per year!!!
Benzyl
Doctors hate your one simple trick!
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
and don't have babies, because apparently you have to pay for that shit
AskingTheRealQuestions
As a surgeon, I'll let you in on a little secret: if people didn't get sick, 100% of MD's wouldn't have a job.
CoolSnackChris
"Yes hello microsoft? I would like to speak to Bill Gates please. No I don't have an appointment. No he doesn't know me." - bound to work
lordblood123
i think they mean smaller companies....
PleaseDoNotThrowHandsAtMe
Actually it's half right. I used to work for the "Office of the CEO" for a major computer manufacturer. It's actuallly just a group of...
PleaseDoNotThrowHandsAtMe
...hungover college kids given important sounding job titles nowhere near the CEO. I would give nice people free shit, assholes got NOTHING.
MapleCurry
Satya Nadella*
madmatt2024
I think they mean the CEO office, not the CEO themselves. I've seen this work multiple times with DISH Network.
SophiaLemonGrenade
I think that one is probably supposed to apply to smaller businesses. Still seems like a bad idea but maybe a little less fucktarded.
Paarthanax
"fucktarded"
SophiaLemonGrenade
You can thank my older cousin for that one. She called me fucktard so often I used to think it was my name. XD
PanteraBread
Bill gates hasn't been the CEO of Microsoft in like 15 years.
ISeePeopleWithUsernamesLikeThisAllTheTimeSoHeresMine
"Yes, hello Apple? I would like to speak to Steve Jobs please."
HypoMix
Yeah but every one knows bill, not so his successor.
ian9outof10
Not the CEO bit he is working there again
boobisboobbackwards
whoa, since when did you graduate from Buzzkill University?
CoolSnackChris
Sorry Buzz Killington
Imghurrr
uh it's pretty common knowledge dude
Mirawatts
For real though. The joke is more funny (or funny at all) when it's correct. That makes it real.
leothedinosaur
Bullshit on the coupon one also. I'm a cashier for a SoCal grocery store and we aren't allowed to give money back. Unless its company poli?
Draygen
My wife's done both. Some places will give cash back, others require merchandise sales to balance the total.
Weentit
California doesn't except double coupons from the manufacturer, unlike other states that can use as many coupons as they can find.
RoundThreeFIGHT
They may have added things at the end to balance it, however.
lightningirl12
My dad had the Giant Eagle in our area pay him 6 cents to buy a chocolate bar because of coupons.
DefendersZero
My aunt was on the show extreme couponing, ended up getting paid back money.
BusinessGuy
I was a cashier in Georgia a long time ago and I had to give money to customers on a few occasions. Might be a state thing?
nyudo
The only way to get a negative total on a large order is during stuff like "double coupons allowed" day, which they don't do most places.
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
most places I know won't take multiple coupons at once. Or at least not for the same product. It used to work, but policy changed
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
some states, however, I believe you can do stuff like that
fluffster93
Agreed. At my store, we aren't allowed to do multiple coupons for one item or use it if it's worth more than the price.
gandalfofmanycolors
If you're in Texas, HEB gives away coupons to redeem free store brand merchandise. I have walked out not paying anything at times.
example1013
As a (former)IT guy: no one gives a fuck that I googled their question, the whole reason they pay me is to avoid doing the work themselves.
quietlysinister
I know how to Google/fix but sometimes I'm too busy and its worth my while to pay/call an IT dude.
klubai4
We also know what to google. "my internet is gone" won't get Joe User very many helpful results.
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
my bf is an IT guy. Some of his people don't even know how to google properly.
Corks
The more specific you are, usually yields better results. Googling error messages verbatim is usually a good thing to do.
Beelsebooob
Absolutely DO NOT take the advice about flea treatments. You won't get rid of fleas without using a one (source, my wife's a vet tech)
CoconutLime
Yes. Fighting fleas was nearly a year long battle :\ Baths, vacuuming, carpet spray, repeat...
BitchImCanadian
Next time go to your vet and get a real flea treatment, like Revolution or Advantage or w/e the US offers.
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
even if you get all the fleas off your dog, chances are your yard and your house might still be infested.
Prosecutrixxx
Most of the restaurant ones are shit.
ShamnusMcfee
Almost all of these are shit
fapfapfapblehblehbleh
pretty sure if you slap a brick of butter on a shit steak is not gonna compare to a top quality New York Strip-loin
haroldstickyhands
They upset me so badly, as someone who has been a cook. They are so ridiculously stupid, it make me reread thinking this was all satire.
JSmith90
Any cook in any kitchen makes what he wants, when he wants
theBEARDEDarchaeologist
Yes we do, and it's glorious
WeAreMadeOfStarDust
I worked for a catering company. Once food is out (on a buffet) we can not package it for you to go. So we eat then have to throw it out.
vielleicht
so i am a student....step1 get drunk step2 assemble furniture step3 ??? = profit
boobisboobbackwards
musst du vielleicht probieren ;) post results bitte!
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
nahh just because they make a fortune off of you doesn't mean that you get to see much of it at all
vielleicht
the tricky part is step 3
thatscooltoo
Uh actually, I'm that kid. My store sells furniture that is incredibly expensive. I personally assemble it.
Nobodywillreadthis
probably out of hardwood and not pressboard?
vapour428
Just graduated from college. Furniture builder for IKEA. Rake in a cool 15000 a year. Go for it if you like ramen and crying.
vielleicht
living the dream
Thor1229
Also ya know materials. $99 dresser made from pine $1000 dresser made from the last Truffula Tree
ddswnz
This is literally my job over summer, I come to work still high/drunk from last night. I make $2000 bookcases. $15 an hour. Go team
vielleicht
15 an hour for a summer job doesn't sound bad
ddswnz
It really isn't, think NZ dollars though, so like $11 in Yankbankers
CharlieWarlie
Getting random floorplans IS cheaper than having a qualified architect design a house. this is true. WebMD is also free!
suihcta
i think the idea is that you save money by purchasing drawings from an online firm than by hiring an architect in person
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
great! Now my house is falling apart AND I have cancer! Thanks!
embiggenator
Drawing your own floor plans is free! Most contractors are happy to try to interpret what all of your made up symbols mean as well.
CharlieWarlie
Why stop there? just build your own house. It's free!
RainDog55
Exactly, free floor plans are generally only available in residential and lets be real, any experienced contractor can design a house.
ManFromFlorida
The dentist one is so wrong, and that's coming from a dude who has tons of family in the industry. Brushing doesn't get rid of wisdom teeth.
Equinox13
It's wrong coming from someone careful about her teeth who recently ended up with all of her back teeth chipping/breaking. :(
froggyhi
Scrape your tongue with a spoon... Or you could just use the toothbrush that already has toothpaste on it and been in your mouth
Kythyria
I always use the toothbrush.
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
even people with no cavities and perfect teeth still get cleanings and check ups. And then there's the issue of orthodontics
suihcta
but regular dentists don't get rid of wisdom teeth either, right?
happyabana
Nor does it eliminate hereditary gingivitis. I wish dentists in my town knew more about hereditary gingivitis.
kahless01
that's more of an oral surgeon thing not a dentist thing.
MattStreet
It also doesn't provide regular checkups to catch problems as early as possible...
ino84
Yes, but 90% of the cases are people who just don't brush properly and have rotting teeth and gums. Orthodontics is a different issue.
ahabeta
also not true. there are many factors involved and one can perfectly brush his teeth and still has to go to the dentist
ino84
Still, 90% of the people are there because they don't brush properly. I'm not saying there are no other cases. But most people are too lazy.
ahabeta
but no way 90% of it
ino84
According to my wife who is a dentist the number is close to 90%. Might vary for different countries/regions. We're rather rural here.
greenherbs
Retail workers usually have no idea what's on sale and will want to snap your neck if you ask.
causality
"Dude I don't even have time to find out what aisle anything I don't stock myself is on."
MikiesUsername
As a retail worker, I don't care enough to look @ next week's ad, even if I could. Also: as I'm on commission, there's no benefit to knowing
Bingodan
At target we got our weekly ads like 3 days before, and most of us didnt give a shit to look.
username20
I always have a flyer behind the electronics boat so I can look in case someone asks. I don't memorize that shit
Naniganz
I worked at Toys R Us and knew a good week in advance, but telling people could get me fired so yeah... I ain't helping them.
CEOofStarkIndustries
At Academy, we get our ads about 2 weeks ahead of time, buy I could lose my job if I tell someone what will be on sale.
CEOofStarkIndustries
But.
SwordSaint892
I actually can usually find out what sales will be going on for a specific product at my store if they're already planned.
EvilBrainAngelHeart
When I worked at radioshack we might know 3 or 4 days in advance, but we wouldn't till you if we did. Either but it or leave me alone.
IratetheD
yeah I find out when everyone else does and idk what will be in the ad either I hate this question!
mwgknight
No, not all vodka is the same.
TishMcSkip
As someone who drank Popov straight for a few months after turning 21 and being too poor for other vodkas holy shit the difference is huge
razzlemahfookintassles
This. Thank you for saying this. Anyone who thinks all vodka is created equally only drinks the plastic bottle shit.
faranae
That one made me cringe. The difference in taste (and BURN) is staggering from brand to brand.
mwgknight
Agreed. Sometimes you can taste the terrible hang-over to come the next day.
makeadjustmentsgogetitengergized
Definite bullshit on the "no tax if the food is Togo" I work at a Chili's and them bitches tax you no matter what
AlwaysChinchillin
Not sure where this list originated from, but the wine one is true for Australia, and I believe this one might be as well (there is often 1
IPostIDieIPostAGAIN
When people do that at my restaurant, I tell them to sit outside. You ain't tipping, you don't get climate control.
AskingTheRealQuestions
It's a stupid post because it obviously depends on where you live. It also doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that if the 1/2
AskingTheRealQuestions
to go price is lower, it's fucking cheaper to take it to go. I just don't get the point of the post.
lightningirl12
I worked at an ice cream store and the owners got in really big trouble because they weren't charging the "for here" tax that they city 1/?
lightningirl12
requires that they charge. They got audited and had to pay a ton of money. Then we had to start charging tax for people who ate in the 2/?
lightningirl12
store. The tax was because the store was on city property. The extra money went to the city not to the store. I usually just rung it 3/4
lightningirl12
up as "to go" if people were indecisive about it. We didn't say anything if they ordered "to go" and then ate in the store.
AlwaysChinchillin
an extra cost for dining in, but I don't think that counts as tax) 2
lightningirl12
I worked at an ice cream store and there's a tax when the food was eaten "for here" in the store because the company had to pay the city 1/2
lightningirl12
a tax for the property that the store was on. So the money went to the city not the store. 2/2
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
usually the rule is all already cooked food can be taxed. togo or not to go. But some states may be different.
Meloncov
I think it might be true in certain states. Definitely not everywhere.
quasiix
Bull in Florida. We have set list of groceries that are exempt. Everything else is taxed. It is what you buy, not "how" you buy it.
aprilludgateduire
In most states non-essentials like going out to eat or taxed. Also things like candy, chocolate and flowers are at grocery stores
DrMurloc
fun fact (i work at a chilis as well): in many states we are not suppopsed to tax most of our desserts to-go (they are not "prepared"). 1/2
DrMurloc
(2/2) but we do anyway.
IMadeThisOnlyForDestinyCodeBegging
We actually had so for a couple of months in my country. Some taxes changed and it ended up being cheaper to not eat in the places by a smal
CatsAndNinjas
It depends on what state you live in. In CT all restaurant food is taxed. In groc stores if it's hot, it's restaurant, so it's taxed.
idrinkyourmilkshake44
In Germany we have 2 different tax rates. If you eat it there you have to pay 19%, if you have it to go than you pay 7%. (1)
idrinkyourmilkshake44
The price you pay is always the same. So basically the restaurant has simply less profit if you stay and eat it there.
ohmegatron
Canadian here, I work in a restaurant that doesn't have any more tax on togo stuff. Same goes for every place I'ce worked, 1/2
ohmegatron
now that I think about it.
YeahLinguisticsBitch
So since everyone agrees that these are bullshit, WHY THE HELL IS IT ON THE FRONT PAGE?!
phlockian
Alternate truth is more equal.
GlitterInTheDarkNearTheTannhauserGate
we should call Sera and ask her to take it down. It works cos this posts says it does.
IrishNeedNotApply
Some men upvote just to watch the world burn.
beardyfaceguy
Call the CEO of the internet! Then it will have to be taken down.
rothsbury
Lots of dumb people just herd upvote shit, and don't bother going to the comments to find out it's bullshit.
YeahLinguisticsBitch
True. All those posts that say "to all you lurkers out there" are total horse shit. Lurkers are obviously idiots.
CheesegettiChef
You took my question.
DAFUQisaLOMMY
because we like our bullshit right in front of us where we can get a good strong whiff of it.......just look at our politicians
Mirawatts
Because stupid people my friend. Stupid people who are going to try to call the CEO of McDonalds when their orders are wrong.
tacomuncher5000
Wizards first rule.
TheLodown
the ceo of mcdonalds just got fired...fun fact for you
Deijii
Someone called HIS ceo to complain
kapp70
Fuck that, I'm calling mayor McCheese
redhedqd
My husband used to work both in the Hotel and Rental Car industries. The prices are set by corporate and are completely nonnegotiable.
RumpledElf
I got a decent discount off a hotel room the other day at the desk. I booked it at 10pm new years eve though, for same night.
sassyoldqueen
Not really. The rack rate at hotels is set but we can literally change that to whatever. 20 yr hotel manager here.
happyabana
Maybe if you're in a position of high authority at a boutique hotel...not a regular clerk at a Marriott, though. Rate is what it is.
UpvotesForCalicos
Disagree on the hotel. I work in the industry also. Prices are sometimes negotiable.
Lobananaforscale
Bullshit on the air tire thing, I work at a gas station and have no control over the air, hell the air machine isn't usually ours anyway.
ThatsNotMickeyMouseThatsJustTitDirt
It is at the place on the corner by me. The thing will work if you put quarters in it but i just ask and they do it anyway.
Akaranger
I've worked at a gas station in California and I did have a button to turn air on.
Phoenix0rion
Free here in Florida. My boss always said if they ask if they make a purchase can it be free, but if anyone asks for air I'll hit the button
felinewine
I work at a gas station in PA. We have zero control over the air pump, all we can do is refund your money if it eats it. And we only (2/2)
felinewine
do that to keep our customers happy and returning. (2/2)
rustyspade
*some states
Pyrohawk
We don't even have a button. If an employee wants air he has to pay for it the same as anyone. It's not owned by us...
SealandIsARealCountry
There's one at Kroger in Ohio that I had to ask the person to turn it on for me.
VerdantRah
Same here, I used to work at a Shell Circle K. If you want free air, go inside and say the machine ate your quarters, they'll refund you
flarglarg
It's free in Australia =)
ilikeagoodsteak
Work at a gas station in Cali, its free to customers who purchase fuel. It isn't required by law we give free air. It's just courtesy we do.
ChevyNova1973
TIL there are a lot of fellow gas station employees on imgur
Lobananaforscale
There are dozens of us... DOZENS!!!
mottywanna
We will do it for free if you show us a receipt showing you got a reasonable amount. Or if I'm just feeling nice that day.
frogsquash
Indiana clerk: We didn't have any control, but we always refunded when the machine "eats" your quarters. On that note, we didn't have to.
ChevyNova1973
Same here at my CO station
Lobananaforscale
Here in Tennessee air costs a dollar or two, in Nashville at least.
Bingodan
Illinois it will cost you. The stations i worked at didnt even own it
hitzchicky
CT free by law. Just go inside and they'll turm it on
toidi123
Used to manage a few service stations here in AZ definitely not free, I can give you water tho.
Bladedrummer
In CA it's totally true. They are required by law. If u just ask, they'll either turn it on for u or give u the code that does.
zigbigidorlu
As a former gas station employee, we had control. But by no means did we /have/ to do shit for anyone, much less give someone a freebie.
Skullord
It's true here in Cali. There's even a sticker on the machine. As long as you're a customer, the air is free. They just push a button.
JohnBrownAskMeAgainAndillKnockYaDown
"The air is free"
ChangedMyName
Yeah I've seen it happen numerous times
Frederf
All shops legally have to provide OBD-II diagnostics for free by law in CA as well.
ZacMuerte
sometimes if you're just really nice they'll tell you how to turn it on (usually it's just a small, discrete button on the side)
Skullord
For the ones in my area it's a 2 part thing. First they press one behind the counter, then you press the one you're talking about.
ZacMuerte
interesting. for mine: if you needed verification from the counter (only 1 in my area does this), they just gave you a token
Bladedrummer
Yep, deffo true in Cali. I do it all the time. They just give u a code to press on the numpad or unlock it themselves.
Darwinsidiotcousin
Yea the gas station I worked at literally would not turn on without 75 cents. No tricks or anything. You had to pay
ironcondor
In California it is state law that the air/water is free. Most machines have been converted to a button that you push, otherwise go inside.
PebbleFarmer
Ditto, people used to ask me and I had to tell them no
biohasard1138
same here, people always come in and ask me to turn on the air and get pissed when I say I have no control over it.
obvious2679
Patents own a gas station. Most in my city ate owned by the owner of the station. Most here don't make you pay.
obvious2679
You can also connect directly to the air compressor, typically in a car wash or the back of the store. :-)
obvious2679
Parents*
foxearredasshole
Might be different state to state. It has to be free in Maryland.
FlamingRutabaga
Here in Cali it is only free if you purchase gas. Yes you can purchase 1cent of gas and get unlimited air/water. I've done it.
lordblood123
for the most part they'll just give it to you though
mytoothsense
Baltimore city requires one free air pump. Royal farms just had to pay a fine and put in free air at every station Dont know about all of MD
foxearredasshole
Yeah, i was wrong. I posted a link to the story
ColinCastro
That's not true, the crown has paid ones.
foxearredasshole
My bad, Baltimore City only law http://www.wbaltv.com/news/royal-farms-sued-for-charging-for-air-at-pumps/29716068
ColinCastro
I didn't know that.
stinkycheezmonky
Uh, nope. There are definitely pay-for-air pumps in MD.
foxearredasshole
My bad, it's a Baltimore City law. http://www.wbaltv.com/news/royal-farms-sued-for-charging-for-air-at-pumps/29716068
heretohelp
As an Aussie service station employee, you guys seriously have to pay to fill your tires?
MattisHere52
Not in California.
ColinCastro
It depends where you go. Sometimes its free, sometimes its not.
HRothgar59
Only places i have seen paid air is outside popular 4x4 spots, so i just bought my own portable unit.
TheGardenNymph
Aussie here too, wtf? why do people have to pay for fucking air??
stuballcornerpocket
It's not the air, it's the use of their private machine they're charging you for.
LittleRedRotten
I was really hoping this one was true. I have bad luck with tires.
KittyArcher
Every state I've been in its true.
SomeDetroitGuy
Most tire stores, though, will fill them for free.
LilBTheBasedGod
Every gas station attendant I've ever asked in California has been able to turn the air on for free.
penguing
Thats because in California it is the law. The person who wrote the original text seems to have no concept of different laws in different
Trecares
Correct, but you technically have to buy fuel to be able to get free air and water. However I've never been asked for proof of patronage.
penguing
Areas.
Marrell
Yep. Had a guy try to pull the "you have to turn it on for me thing." And then when I couldn't he demanded money from my til to turn 1/?
EngravedToaster
They isually have the quarter sized 'slugs' for this...
Marrell
Where I worked it was privately owned and we had zero control of it. Most people understood.
lordblood123
he might have been from a state where its law
Marrell
He told me that every single gas station he'd ever been too in Canada did it for him. And then when I said no he made a comment saying 1/2
Marrell
that a certain percentage of our profits go to charity anyway and he should count as charity. That's when the lady behind yelled at him. 2/2
Marrell
on the hose. A lady in line told him off and my manager laughed in his face and kicked him out of the store. 2/2
321Guesswho
do you work were I work? Because this is exactly what would happen in my gas station.
Marrell
Makes a great "the time some guy tried to rob me" story though.
KittyArcher
What state are you from??? Everyone I've been in its been true
Marrell
The beautiful state of Canada ;)
KittyArcher
Oh my! Thats my favorite state!!!
321Guesswho
I work in Michigan and it is not true
KittyArcher
Alright, so if I'm ever in Michigan I know to pay. ^.^
LockedKeye
California it's true.
darxide
If you get caught by the airlines doing #11 you can get your name on a list that bars you from flying with them, possibly other airlines.
anthracithe
I did it for christmas while I was flying to europe. But I had to call the airline and the travel agency to make sure it was ok. Sometime /1
anthracithe
it could void the round trip. So that's doable but always checks before doing it.
Widget88
Not to mention, what happens when you try to fly home? They'll be expecting you to check in at the true "destination" airport.
darxide
It implies you get two one-way tickets doing the same thing.
Widget88
Hah! Because THAT'S so much more economic!
AHorticulturistIsJustANerdyGardener
The reason behind this is because they could have sold that seat to a stand-by. Tell the gate personnel when you deplane and you're golden.
froggyhi
Probably because it's highly suspicious terrorist-like activity if you don't complete your flight plans
darxide
No, it's because it's part of the airlines complicated pricing schemes. They lose money when you do that. Been that way forever.
emkayultra
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2014-11-18/united-orbitz-sue-travel-site-over-hidden-city-ticketing-1-
skatersarah02
This makes me think that they aren't charging fair ticket prices in the first place.
emkayultra
As with anything, it's complex. Where the airline has hubs, flight plans/coordinating with FAA, and a bunch of other crap I'm sure.
darxide
Yes, thank you. I was too lazy to find that link.
Weeknd
How is this anything like changing price tags on an article of clothing? If i can make shorts out of jeans and it's cheaper go fuck yourself
Weeknd
Don't make shorts out of jeans though, that's disgusting.
DaMackies
I call shenanigans on the vodka one. I've had some pretty terrible stuff.
birdspy
I buy smirnoff 1.75 liter then use the rebate. I end up paying about $23/bottle and get back a $60 rebate per 5 bottles. seems worth it tome
LostInImgur
The hard part is trying to drink all that Swillnoff.
birdspy
actually....
BlumpkinPie69
Agreed. I've had good vodka, and I've had Kamchatka
fartlee
It's definitely bullshit.
BuhBuhBuuuh
If you think all vodka is the same, try Taaka. I guarantee you'll remember it for a long time.
FrankBrayman
Two words: Bacon Hawkeye
optimisticfox
I mean technically it's all the same ingredients... But the process and quality can be so so different
cmash
Exactly what I was thinking
MustardHeadmaster
As a vodka fantast, it's bullshit. BUT, the higher price the better is a lie when it comes to vodka.
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MustardHeadmaster
Country?
kyle217
In the US it costs $3 a gallon to make ethanol, but there are about $27 in taxes added in to the price. There is some truth to this one.
pukeachew
Military special vodka was like 6 dollars per handle when I was in. .. Tastes like rubbing alcohol.
ThtDAmbWhiteGuy
Yeah you ever had chocolate vodka? That stuff is pure nasty
baconmassacre
Wait till you tried the birthday cake flavored one...one of the most disgusting fucking thingsiI have ever tried in my life...
ThtDAmbWhiteGuy
My girlfriend's brother's birthday is next week...ideas are forming
MacDaddy457
One of my parents neighbors is a retired Alcohol Tycoon with a rep, who told me the same gig. I don't doubt it.
optimisticfox
Ya, I currently work in the industry and have to taste test vodkas on a weekly basis. Trust me there is a difference
SilentZed
It's because it's bullshit. As I said in a different post, Potter's/HRD is garbage compared to something like Grey Goose.
johnvictor
Quality of the ingredients, of the stills, how much they filter it and what kind of filters. It all makes a big difference which is money.
ChaosChosen
There is definitely a difference in vodkas. Source: My hangovers
Conniefoo21
Run that cheap gross shit through a Brita filter about five times. It'll go down a whole lot smoother.
johnvictor
Going from burning lava with a sewage aftertaste to molten metal with a foot aftertaste is not worth the effort.
Zamkas
the only difference between expensive and cheap is a carbon filter. seriously it does wonders.
kloozna
Clearly whoever said that has never had Hawkeye vodka before.
Kahneolus
My wife is from Belarus so I started buying some of the local produce there and I can't touch Smirnoff anymore, it just gives me a headache!
StrangelyCalm
I challenge someone to taste Mishka Vodka then Russian Standard and tell me there's no difference. The prices are similar. Mishka is swill
stouf761
Burnett's through a britta filter twice and through a coffee filter once.
Caity91
If burnetts hadn't given me my first hangover, I would try this. I just can't do it again
fnurglbhurg
No amount of filtering will make Yeltsin Vodka as good as Purity, Russian Standard or Heavy Water. I've tried with no success.
krinlove
Hangar One is the finest vodka I've ever had. I challenge anyone that thinks they know anything better to a blind taste test.
SaintMaceToTheFace
Vodka tastes close enough to not make a difference.
TrustMeIdoThisForALiving
Heaven hills and grey goose do not have the same process and i bet the filtering is different too
muhvitus
Yeah, some british vodka master dude could differentiate 20 vodkas by taste, soooo busted i'd say.
ireadyouremailz
as a vodka company coowner i confirm, the bottle is a bit less than a buck, excise stamp is around a buck, the content is always below both.
whoeversmeltit
Pretty sad that was the first one I called "bullshit" on. At least we know our vodka.
AmazingBeans
Papov. The bottle is plastic. Barf.
RoninUnderground
Obviously the cheap bottle tainted it.
DangerZoner
Aristocrat?
8bitTunes
I've heard the Mongolian stuff is very good
KeyChupp
I would call shenanigans on more than just the vodka one...
collinxsmith
Hawkeye?
peaceloveandgraffiti
Bankers Club. NUFF SAID.
ilikecoffeewaytoomuchformyowngood
It's just how many times it's been filtered. Take coffee filters and run the shit vodka through quite a few times and it should help.
rikisrad
Tried it before. Either it totally works, or each time we sampled after filtering, we got too drunk to tell the difference...
Aftofthebeam
It would be cheaper to buy Grey Goose than to buy Aristocrat and the number of coffee filters you'd need to make it comparable.
CatWithHands
Stoli...Stoli is so bad. Russian Standard was good, though.
Ponden
Stoli French Vanilla in a French Martini is just soooo good though.
LostInImgur
Stolichnaya is not bad. It's not the best, either. But if you say it's bad, you've never had really bad vodka. That, or you've been duped.
CatWithHands
Very possible. I dont try tons of vodkas. Picked up Stoli once on a whim, and didnt care for it, compared to what I had been buying.
darxide
Look up some stuff called Rasputin. I'm convinced it's called that because that's the shit that finally killed him.
MustardHeadmaster
Have you tried Dworek?
serban1703
Ooh, poison, bullets, water, stairs and broken bones in a bottle. Sweet!
hunterdoghunter
it just gets filtered less times....mythbusters tested it
StrangelyCalm
Mythbusters are hardly a quotable source of credible information.
THEsl3dg3hamm3r
https://youtube.com/watch?v=kO077nu2m5E however, the filtered cheap vodka still tastes worse than expensive top shelf vodka
HailSatinGodOfFabric
this is really shitty quality
Anononononon
Just like the vodka they filtered.
GimlisaurusRex
So what you're saying is that there is a difference. Exactly.
1spodaspakers
If you filter cheap vodka, it helps it taste better, but still not as good as expensive. There are other differences in how they're produced
fapfapfapblehblehbleh
Ima make my own vodka filter, with blackjack and hookers
CamoKiIIer
In that episode it increase the quality but the high grade vodka was still better.
nothingtodowithexplosions
And it takes out the hangoverins. I'm a scientist. It's a real word.
Threns
yeah, and you can use a Brita filter to filter it yourself. Claiming its all the same is ignoring the amount of processing that has happened
Anononononon
I tastes better, but a connoisseur can still separate Bottom extra filtered from top shelf. There is a reason hardcore vodka drinkers don't
Anononononon
drink ciroc.
ScottPilgrimVSTheIndians
It definitely is. There are grape-based (Ciroc), potato-based (Belvedere), wheat, grain, and honey.
puffineggnog
Belvedere is rye based. I also saw "Organic Quinoa" vodka being peddled the other day too. It was hard not to roll my eyes.
ScottPilgrimVSTheIndians
Huh, good eye. I had always been told by the distributer that it was potato-based. I've even seen yak's milk vodka. That looks interesting.
RyleKussell
All you need is starch to make vodka. You can make it from just about anything.
ChangedMyName
Popov?
johnvictor
Popov is a good mixing vodka though. Makes excellent screwdrives.
BigD5871
Ever heard of Crystal Palace before...yea worse than Popov
ChangedMyName
That is hard to believe
BigD5871
send me your address and I shall send you a wonderful plastic handle full of it. May also be used for nail polish remover
ChangedMyName
Nah, I'm good. I'll just stick to beer
chiefs86
By far and away the worst I've ever had was a local Iowa brand called 'Hawkeye Vodka'. No sir, ne'er again.
PersonalityFire
I feel there is certainly a taste difference between grain-based (most vodkas) and the potato-based ones.
BirdLawExpert
It's also about the texture of the vodka: creaminess usually indicates type and quality.
AllIHaveHadTodayIsLikeSixGummyBearsAndSomeScotch
What about oil based vodka? You know, synthetically produced ethanol in water?
dudeiamtoohightousername
My autism feels the need to point out that you can't have oil in water.
AllIHaveHadTodayIsLikeSixGummyBearsAndSomeScotch
Obviously, but you can make ethanol from oil.
Goodwolf
I... don't see how. Got any links?
puffineggnog
I find that rye based vodka is crisper tasting and potato based one have a more viscose almost oily mouth feel.
TheThingNoNotThatOne
True, although don't discount grain-based. Sobieski (my brand of choice) is rye based and is one of the top rated vodkas (and it's cheap!)
Doktor101
And the spokesperson is Bruce Willis!
troublecliff
As a bartender, I got angry and suspicious when it said there's no difference between belvedere and smirnoff. LIKE HELL THERE ISN'T!!!
AugustusWest
Sobieski is quite good, especially for the price. The closest store to me doesn't carry it. I have to go 2 miles away instead of 1
TheThingNoNotThatOne
It's worth it though, if you're into vodka. It's a couple less bucks than Smirnoff but there's a clear difference.
Goodwolf
As a neutral spirit, it's not supposed to have any flavor, but I wouldn't know as clear alcohol is for rich women on diets.
mecheng93
Try Spirytus. Its 95-96% alcohol content.
AnotherImgurianInsideJoke
That stuff is the best. 97% sometimes.
Goodwolf
We have something similar called Golden Grain. 190 proof, or 95%.
stupidsexyhobbitses
Tutor
Try that line is Northern or Eastern Europe and you're gonna have a bad time.
MetalHealth30
Try THAT line in Ireland and ya'll have a bad time yaaaaarrrrghhh
krauraurgg
And "have a bad time" in this context means "get stabbed".
DrBirdBrain
Veterinarian here-Flea one is false. Adult fleas are 1% of the problem. Other 99% is in the carpet waiting to jump right back on your dog.
optimisticfox
Thought you said vegetarian at first and I spent two min. Trying to figure out how the hell that was relevant
builtfordtough
YES, thank you. I literally explain this to clients on a daily basis.
Dumbstatz
Gave a dog a flea bath, told the woman she needed to flea bomb her whole house or they'd be back. Doesnt do it, calls in and complains later
Thegamer211
Lol
BlondePuppyDoctor
Not to mention eggs. Thank you for saying this!
Thephedora
The fucking Eggs...
bookowl
You are my new favorite person. I work in the industry and this makes me furious on a daily basis.
KittyArcher
Seriously. You have to wash everything your pet touches to get rid of it. Just like lice with humans. -.-
Legendariel
Addendum: TREAT YOUR YARD TOO. $10 for a treatment that just attaches to your hose.
Panahet
I read this as 'vegetarian here' and wondered how that qualified you. I'm also a vet nurse, just a hungover one
mem0man
Spread some salt over your carpet before vacuuming.
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mem0man
Dehydrates the eggs.
msafunk
And flea baths are ineffective at best, but deadly at worst. They can destroy a cats kidneys.
Yutyrannus
A flea comb dipped in Dawn dish soap + water works wonders for cats! Then there's only yard/carpet fleas to kill.
pnutbuttajellytime
Just save yourself trouble get comfortis from your vet!
thekhodontchaknow
Vet student here. Thank you, I was so enraged when I saw that.
kansas555
I like using capstar, then bathing and combing, then treating and vacuuming the hell out of my house. All the furniture, cracks,
thekhodontchaknow
Remember that capstar lasts only 24 hours! A monthly preventative will keep them away after doing that routine.
ManyOfThemManyMuchMoosen
10 years in the animal industry made me lose faith in human beings.
TheresAlwaysTimeForLubricant
So much yes to this.
amagiciannamedgob
I work in animal rescue. Faith in humanity has been nuked from space and shit on by Hitler.
ManyOfThemManyMuchMoosen
Damn. Much respect. I worked in wildlife rescue and it was bad enough. Just don't know if I could handle your job. I'd kill someone.
amagiciannamedgob
Luckily I can turn away at anytime, because I do it on a volunteer basis. But still, sometimes the urge to kill is overwhelming.
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
don't you have to like chemical your entire house? That's what our vet told us, because the fleas nest EVERYWHERE. Or something like that
Thegamer211
Oh crap. We're conquered.
CoconutLime
I didn't use a bomb since I was nervous doing that in an apt. Bought a special spray online (Home depot didn't have the correct ingredient)
foreverweird
What is this special spray?? I live in a apartment as well
CoconutLime
Used Siphotrol II on carpet/underside of couch. Didn't sleep in that room for a day or two (fumes). It kills all stages of flea life cycle!
CoconutLime
The spray let me spray deep into corners (whereas bug bomb might not penetrate or reach certain areas to that degree)
ManyOfThemManyMuchMoosen
You have to bomb, and then do another bug bomb a few weeks later to kill the ones that weren't hatched the first time.
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
yeah that's what I thought. Thank god neither of my dogs ever had fleas. My family has an issue with chemicals.
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
as in, if we had to bug bomb our house twice, they'd probably actually sell the house and move. Or take a year long vaccation
ManyOfThemManyMuchMoosen
It's probably easier to sell the house anyways. Or just blow it up.
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
yeah, I think so. Fingers cross my dog continues to be flealess! he does get preventative baths and pills monthly though. maybe it helps
terradi
Any opinions on food-grade diatomaceous earth as a flea killer in carpets? Haven't used it but curious about efficacy.
kansas555
It worked well for me, but you have yo use it correctly. Like you're not supposed to vacuum for 48 hours after you use it.
terradi
That is very useful to know. Thanks so much!
puffineggnog
It works, and if it's food-grade it's pet-friendly/non-toxic.
puffineggnog
You can also place water with a couple drops of liquid soap under a warm light on the carpet as an additional flea trap.
Dociousaliexpilisticfragicalirepus
So what is the best mode of attack lots of vaccuuming?
notirrelevant
Fire
thefeev
SALT!!!! sprinkle it around all over and vacuum every day!
Dociousaliexpilisticfragicalirepus
THANKS. Have vet appointment tomorrow to get Revolution, and will try salt, vacuuming and a good bath in some Dawn.
Syng42
Flea pupae can hang around for 3 months, so with your method, you will have to treat a lot longer than if you use a topical spot med.
Dociousaliexpilisticfragicalirepus
What's better?
thekhodontchaknow
Flea Prevention that you get FROM the vet. Walmart and tractor supply crap won't cut it.
vmuffs
(1) That's what I did. I quarantined my cat after bathing him. I then vacuumed and washed everything I could: Beds, blankets, clothing,
vmuffs
(2) curtains, etc. I put baking soda along all the baseboards and left it for a few days (but one full day should be fine) then I vacuumed
vmuffs
(3) that. I kept my cat in the bathroom non stop for a few days to break the cycle. I of course went in and played with him every hour or
vmuffs
(4) two. Vacuuming is key though. Vacuum rugs and baseboards daily and monitor where your animal goes. Eggs will drop wherever he steps.
SwitchPup
Try to prevent, but if you DO get infested, rub borax detergent powder into your carpet/upholstery, leave for a few days, then vac.
SwitchPup
Safer than most chemicals -- I watched my ex's father eat a spoonful with no ill effects. More info: www.boraxforfleas.com
thatget1
borax or salt is what I've heard. I've tried flea bombs and had not much luck.
Hanselhessohotrightnow
We used flea bombs a few times with no luck
Hanselhessohotrightnow
I had to use carpet powder stuff and vacuum like 12 times, clean everything like a maniac, bring cushions outside to beat them.
Churusa
Borax fucking works. It cuts their little carapaces and they basically dehydrate to death. Fuck em
thatget1
I never knew *why* it worked. cool!
arsenicwolf
We used both last time we had an infestation (it was bad) and it worked really well. Haven't had an issue with them since.
builtfordtough
Lots of vaccuuming, wash everything in hot water, spray the house, and treat all pets at the vet. No store-bought junk
CoconutLime
I bathed my dog in flea shampoo, started giving her an oral pill (not Frontline) to sterilize fleas, ordered a special carpet spray online.
TheresAlwaysTimeForLubricant
CAPSTAR? Or something else?
CoconutLime
Capstar to kill the adult fleas (I would have her sleep on a white bedsheet, then I'd see if 12 dead fleas fell off or maybe just 2 or 3)
CoconutLime
Then Program (now Sentinel, same ingred paired w/ heartworm) monthly -sterilizes any flea that bites. This made the difference in long run.
builtfordtough
Capstar is a wonderful thing
UsePNGnotJPEG
A vet would say that wouldn't they. *Adjusts foil hat*
builtfordtough
A vet tech who has seen chemical burns on animals from store-bought flea meds would say that, yes.
Syng42
Yes, because if pet owners aren't educated, they won't do shit and their pet will be miserable and possibly suffer from anemia.
UsePNGnotJPEG
(2/2) a commission from prescribing you medication?
UsePNGnotJPEG
Oh, I know that, just poking fun at how much vets have to gain by recommending you buy from them. Would you like it if your doctor got (1/2)
lovemeinfocus
Oh my god some of these are so, so wrong. So wrong.
tone0508
Vodka is not all the same! Stay the hell away from Glens!
FuckThisThingInParticular
Ikr?
FrightenedInmateNumberTwo
Several years ago I bought a new laptop and Dell tried to screw me out of the rebate. Wrote a scathing letter addressed to Michael Dell...
FrightenedInmateNumberTwo
basicly calling them liars and a couple days later, I got a voicemail apologizing and the $200 check showed up a week later.
Darclee
Some of these might work only in the States. Have any Europe things?
dawnventure
Yeah that restaurant to go-no tax thing is bull shit. Prepared food cost more than general groceries tax wise period. Its a luxury tax
Jezi23
as someone who works for the USPS please wrap you belongings carefully! We had a lady buy personalized glass ornaments from 1/2
Jezi23
someone on esty or whatever the hell they were and the seller just put it in a box, no wrapping or anything!!!!
Stumbleine
I paint and sell gypsum statues. I double box them and pack them so full that when I shake the box NOTHING moves. People think I'm nuts but
Stumbleine
Nothing ever breaks.
THEALLCAPSWARRIOR
A MOVIE THEATRE WAS ROBBED OF 10,000$ ALL THE ROBBER TOOK WAS A LARGE POPCORN AND A LARGE SODA
abobrossdestiny
RE: RE: FW: RE: FW: FW:
AIComments
There is a lot of BS, but I think one take away is to be creative and persistent.
Inmate45
As an accountant, the one about taxes is extremely true... at least here in Australia.
midnightpain
Same here in the states. Most people can get by with the free services. You only need to go to a service if your return is... 1/2
midnightpain
Crazy complicated. 2/2
CClop
The call center one is cool though. Now I know I can swear at them and they hear me!
goodjobmyfellowman
You cannot, I repeat, CANNOT clean your tub with the inside of a pineapple!!!
ProbablyDrunkAgain
Exactly! A few are true but most were horrible bullshit.
unscot
Just like any collection of "lifehacks." Or anything that's ever been said on the internet.
piax
As a cook.... Not everything is cooked in butter, almost everything is actually cooked in infused oils
sirplayerone
Some of the bigger ones are, yeah, but a couple ones are good.
SomebodyStoleMyCarRadio
themaskedhobo
The air one doesn't work in Texas they don't need to turn it on for you keep those quarters around
iceph03nix
Pretty sure these were yanked off an askReddit thread like a week or two ago.
YeahLinguisticsBitch
There all wrong.
katykdd
Yes. As a former restaurant worker, do NOT ask for food to go then try to sit at a table. You will get ZERO service, we want ppl who tip.
noirthesable
"What do you need flowers for?" "An event." "Ok, what types?" "Uhh... wife bouquet, aisle accents, corsages for the bridesmai-- women..."
fenrirthviti
They're all wrong. I didn't see a single one that had basis in reality. Sorry. :/
Imgonnatipyouwell
Meh the one about packing stuff like someone is actually trying to break it is decent advise. Also the tax one.
phantalor
customer damage ... every article will be checked for it, and you can normally see what caused the error, so you will still pay ...
Drakenborn
I don't understand why the popcorn one is on here at all. Nothing about it is useful. You folks want to know why you pay that much? (1/?)
Drakenborn
Because the theater makes almost nothing of ticket sales. Big block buster movies they might make about .10-1.00$ a ticket. Production (2\?
Drakenborn
Companies act on the belief that it is the movie theater's privilege to be so lucky they get to play the movie in the theater. They (3/?)
Drakenborn
Also have to pay fees to rent the print of the movie on top of the studio taking nearly the whole ticket price.
Stumbleine
Can't upvote you enough. I used to let my friends in to movies for free, but only if they got something from concessions.
no2dogends
Like..?
phantalor
That one with a spoon might hurt, seeing as eating with them will sharpen the edges on the plate, you can seriously cut yourself on them
shesfuntastic
agreed, not all vodka is the same.. theres a big difference between 5 o'clock and crystal skull..
Robvp
We use some oatmeal shampoo for dogs, a spray for carpetting/furniture and our pup always has a collar on her, fleas don't stand a chance
Imgonnatipyouwell
As the purchaser for a huge caterer I can assure you I pinch every penny I can. We do not make massive amounts over what you order.
Imgonnatipyouwell
We do eat it though, that part is true.
cthulucucumber
Yeah, most air machines I know of are stand alone devices. I have no control over that shit.
deadasadodomakethatanonoeverycreatureweinsisthastherighttoexist
i eat a shit ton of food to go, and pay tax on it >.>
hjf2011
(1/?)my dad is a service rep. We're not retards.We know you broke this. And we can't just "pass it as broken". We send it to factory when we
hjf2011
(2/?)replace your stuff. If our "judgement" was wrong, we get billed for your replacement. We DO NOT authorize replacements. And if you
hjf2011
(3/?) whine on the phone and get a replacement anyway, we send pictures to the factory. You DON'T get a replacement under warranty if you
hjf2011
(4/?) break your shit. Don't be a douche. Deal with the fact that you broke it and you have to PAY for a new one.
gmoney88
Yeah, like paying for childbirth. Oh yeah, not everyone lives in Canada. Sorry
SocietyOfSensation
or are pretty much "lets be an asshole because I have special snowflake needs"
firehatchet
If everyone made car dealerships spend all day on the phone in a bidding war, the dealers wouldn't negotiate at all.
dirtydust
I can't believe this is making front page. So much bogus information.
kkuja
Some? Sorry, I think you misspelled all or most.
clutchthepearls
Pretty much most of them.
somethingunclever
Which ones?!?!?!?!!
samsonguy920
Pretty much all of them. PT Barnum knows how this made it to the front page.
thatsapaddalin
I can confirm the catering food one , I take sooo much food home after events
Althenias
call centre employee for a cell company, we don't care what excuse you give why your screen is cracked, policy is its your responsibility
Ummmokay
I work for Enterprise and had a dirtbag no-qual customer tell me he'd call Andy Taylor. I wished him luck and lol'd as he left w/o a rental
kevlarkate
http://imgur.com/WquiuUK this is wrong. I would do anything to ensure you don't get your way because you're being a dick about the price.
Stumbleine
YUP! Oh, I have to walk to the back of the store to check on that claim? No problem! *saunter*
imnotthedoctor
The CEO one? Please, good luck even finding out how to get their contact desk.
letshaveanadventure
I dont even know how to call the CEO of my own company, good luck to your average client...
SuperMarkel
That flea one is a load. Those little fuckers a aqua man resilient.
ihavealteredmyusernameagainprayidontalteritanyfurther
TheHorseShesElbowDeepIn
I demand to speak to your CEO = nutjob. Plus, you're never going to speak to the CEO. Period.
nothingtodowithexplosions
My hangovers tell me that vodka certainly is not the same in a cheap bottle.
ZOMGNO
I'm not even reading the next 33 after reading the first 10
2Ghoul4School
Damn straight. Cheap sunglasses don't offer UV protection, they're just tinted glass. Nigga's gonna go blind, yo
phantalor
they offer protection, they are made of plastics and most used plastic blocks UV-Rays, they are only not shaded enough and have cheap frames
2Ghoul4School
Sunglasses are labeled with the amount of UV protection they offer precisely because a lot of sunglasses don't offer any. Look it up.
phantalor
and that is bs they are labeled for the wavelengths but even cheap polycarbonat glasses block below 400 nm because of the material
phantalor
well they used to use polystyrol, but now even in cheap ones you won´t find it, because the merchant would be in deep shit if otherwise
phantalor
the only thing they miss is good shading, it is the Vis-light that is dangerous with cheap glasses, cause the shading lacks
ThatJerkYouKnow
rofl "Basic negotiation skills will get you the best prices." Some of these people are afraid to talk to cats because of social anxieties.
MadMuppisanIdiot
To be fair, cats are assholes.
Ghostwish
Some? Most.
geeosaurus
All?
Ghostwish
... frankly I am having a hard time finding even one that could be proven true.
Thor1229
Yeah. The difference between a $99 dresser and a $1000 dresser is pine or walnut.
RobotCosmonaut
I was gonna say, if I'm buying a $1000 dresser it sure as shit better not be made of particle board.
batman89
More like the difference between pressed wood n solid oak wood!
littlethreat
Architect here, you can buy plans for any building online, but building them is another matter...
mobius501
http://imgur.com/sXAsnZE this one is total bull
xzyzzy
Also applies to Steam sales.
MerpMonster
No taxes for to go orders is definitely bullshit. The only difference between for here and to go is one goes on a tray, one goes in a bag.
mermeow
As an architect, whoever gave you that advice is a shitty architect.
Klueless
The benefit of using actual opticians is that they actually provide some service to offer you good care, not just take your money!TrustThem!
RandUmpersun
That's because these tips are for the top 1% fine dining, traveling, frequent car renting, and having CEO's on speed dial. I can't do that.
youreverydayimgurian
Seriously though...where in india do we get 90% off on textbooks ? Cause ive never seen one
NotRick
Ive seen one. Like, exactly one. It happened for one of my classes last semester
Harcorepkurharcoreprkur
My stats book was an international edition. Around 70% off. Still more than I wanted to pay.
pomodoro47
Abe books, man.
therealgiraffe
I don't know about 90%, but international editions are easily 60% cheaper than US, and totally identical every time I've tried it.
sum1else
I've had several times when the international ones were slightly different. It kind of sucked.
therealgiraffe
My sympathies...
MorganMcJiggleson
Yeah, after a while I was wondering if these were fight club-esque satire.
MorganMcJiggleson
Like so: http://img.myconfinedspace.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/11/fight-club.jpg
KlingonBlingon
As an optician, #1 is gross.
Thegamer211
Why?
Dayummmmmm
Why?
Resurrectionist
Like "don't admit to breaking your own shit". It's damaged. Your knowledge of how the damage happened does not change the warranty terms.
trasneoir
Warranty != insurance. My reading of the post is that if you break an item, you should insist it was DOA. In other words, fraud.
BlackJack1214
Knowledge won't change it, admittance will. Certain retailer's protection covers accidents only, so if it was on purpose, they'll refuse.
pizzarollfire
At geek squad we don't cover negligence. So if I just think you dropped your phone, fine. If you tell me you threw it at your ex, less fine
SilentZed
Anyone who says Vodka is all the same apparently thinks HRD and Potter's is just as smooth as Grey Goose.
rebeccaisafish
I don't know MUCH about vodka, but I DO know that some tastes like rubbing alcohol and some tastes like drinking alcohol. Not the same!
nothingtodowithexplosions
Right!? My hangovers can vouch for vodka quality.
hamburg4u
EXACTLY!
SandFox
After buying ASDA brand vodka as a broke student.. all vodka is NOT the same! that stuff was like turpentine!
HomicidalPsychoKillerBoxTurtle
I realize that you're right after reading through the comments. I probably should have verified a few of these before posting
lovemeinfocus
Hey, you owned up to it. A+ for owning up. Most OPs would just ignore their wrong-ness.
reider10
Heyyy though. It's cool of you to comment and say that. Still an interesting read.
itrollirl
"A few"
Thegamer211
"probably"
GrateLordCheesus
Well you got to front page still. So you've got that going for you, which is nice.
nothingtodowithexplosions
Guys, homicidalpsychokillerboxturtle admitted THEIR mistake. Nice job.
Texantioch
"these"
anneka
If someone makes a claim, ask for a damn citation!
fapfapfapblehblehbleh
As a Canadian, many of them is already making me shake my head. (No taxes?!)
letshaveanadventure
As another Canadian, childbirth fees?
BitchImCanadian
Americans pay like $10k on average to push a baby out their vagina(well, for the supervision). It's hilarious.
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letshaveanadventure
I'm so sorry. I got to walk in, stay for a week for induction, push a a watermelon out of a lemon, stay for another 3 days, only paid $10 /1
letshaveanadventure
So that the hubby could watch the hockey game. I couldn't imagine what that would cost in the US :S
letshaveanadventure
Oh and congrats on your new addition! I'm not sonpatiently awaiting the arrival of my second :)
Tehlu
Ex-telemarketer for research. Can confirm it's illegal to call you back. If you're an asshole, I'm just going to put call back in 6 weeks.
Flopryn
or a half hour. Done that before
batman89
Idk bout you, but i was checked on n the boss would be like "why did you put them on call back when they said to not call them back?" :p ..
conradlawless
As someone who caters, we measure that shit to the ounce per person. Food costs are a major controllable for profit.
jeyseearr
Staff meals for our catering company are some random thing that was made at the kitchen (or even just swiped from our cafe) before the gig.
shesaidgoodbyetotheground
Yeah it's also illegal in a lot of states to pack up any food that was on a buffet, that's why it's tossed
Engineerbear
I guess that depends on the workplace. If there was more then 200 people we usualy made for 225. To allow wiggle room and fuckups
Crawdiddy
and fatasses like me!
coppercurls08
Any tips for saving money on my wedding catering bill?
BitchImCanadian
Skip the alcohol. Don't say it's for a wedding. And SERIOUSLY consider doing a potluck. I'm managing to stick to a $2k budget for ours.
Twenty3Skidoo
Good job!!! (Kept mine under 1K - almost didn't happen, but we pulled it off!)
CarlosBandana
Invite fewer guests!
johnvictor
Don't say it's for a wedding. That's a truthful tip for a lot of areas. People do jack up prices if you say the "W" word.
mitanni
Won't the wise up if it's for a common wedding venue?
johnvictor
Pay it in advance and say you're not certain where it will be yet, you will have to reserve space. Then tell them later.
itsgonnarain
No no no, you can totally get architecture drawings offline. That totally won't fucking backfire, in your face almost immediately.
Frederf
House plans are a dime a dozen. The problem is you need a plan tailored for your very specific situation which a cookie cutter won't remedy.
DenimBeard
You wouldn't download a house!
rikkif
You did good.
Keanman
As a previous IT help desk employee, I can confirm both the Google search and the off/on statements.
Kargathia
The difference between you and them is that you actually know the questions to ask google. Makes all the difference.
PikaChunin
Yeah but you have to have a base of knowledge to sift through the random shit that Google search will throw at you.
Keanman
Unless it's an obscure problem, I find a resolution in the first 3 hits. You just have to put the right keywords in. The simpler the better.
Frederf
I've shown clients the easy, simple, braindead steps I was doing to fix their problem. They said they'd still rather pay me $200 to do it.
FailToImpress
The California one seems stupid. won't you have to confirm you live there, but you give your address that's located not in Cali?
firehatchet
And I'd have gotten away with it if it wasn't for you meddling kids!
batman89
Yea i live in CA! My address? 555 S New York, New York.
tenjouutena
It's out of date too. Most places now gift cards (or any type of stored value) can't actually expire.
BukkakeFan
There is a lot of evidence to suggest that brushing your teeth and flossing all of the time does more harm than good.
goawaybird
Bull
IronyEnoughForTheIronClub
I'm not sure how I feel taking hygiene advice from BukkakeFan.
Beepity
In at least this case, you should feel quite poorly.
bhobbit123
How much do you brush and floss?? Twice a day does WAAAY more good than harm (personal experience)
TheGreatMizuti
Do you have a source I could look at? I've only heard brushing is bad /after/ a meal, especially if it involves something acidic like soda.
AHorticulturistIsJustANerdyGardener
WRONG. The study that comes from suffers from the same effect that flossers do - they're not flossing correctly. In REALITY, proper (1)
AHorticulturistIsJustANerdyGardener
flossing reduces cavities by 40%. Do what I did - ask your dentist "Hey, what's the correct way to floss?" He was more than happy to show.
yourcreepyunclefriendly
Would you suggest a better alternative bukkakefan?
JSymphony
Dont. Ever. Stop. Flossing
GreaterDog
My gums are bleeding should I keep going
Aiyos
BRUSH THROUGH THE PAIN.
Xeynid
Blood is weakness leaving the body.
KittyArcher
What did he say? Don't stop!
BigD5871
What do you suggest? A mouthful of semen?
BukkakeFan
And there is a difference between gokkun and bukkake.
BukkakeFan
There is a lot of evidence to suggest that it is healthy.
batman89
Make it a stomach full..
connorellingson
Yes! Spread this fact far and wide!!
zigzagler
Excessive brushing and flossing can damage enamel, but only from brushing too much (more than 3x per day) and too vigorously.
Luvvie
end up having digestive issues.
Luvvie
I think what @BukkakeFan is talking about is that the bacteria in your mouth is essential to digestion. If you keep killing them, you can-
longshorttermmemorynetwork
brushing*. Flossing doesn't damage enamel.
Aiyos
I'm sure if you sat there flossing for 48 hours straight you could probably do some damage.
zigzagler
Noted. Now, excuse me while I go try and render my dentist obsolete. 9 cavities filled in one year. NEVER AGAIN.
SarcasticAssholeOrAtLeastThatsWhatMomCalledMe
At a dealership we know when we're getting "yanked" ( what we call it) so we lower the price by like 100 bucks each time u cal ,and laugh
Chrop
Laugh? But you're doing exactly what you want them to do, lower the price so they get a cheaper deal... Save an extra $500 right there
SarcasticAssholeOrAtLeastThatsWhatMomCalledMe
yes by that time we know we are getting a flat commission any way of 200 so its just time killing from then on
rikkif
isn't that the point?
OhSquiggilyLine
I think he means that dropping it only 100 isn't as much as he could and they're wasting your time
sleete
The customer wants 3k off usually..
SarcasticAssholeOrAtLeastThatsWhatMomCalledMe
yes by that time we know we are getting a flat commission any way of 200 so its just time killing from then on
StrangelyCalm
Made an incorrect Paypal payment. Naturally I just called up Elon Musk and had a little chat. All sorted now.
ExperimentKraj
Am Elon Musk; can confirm.
EmotionalSupportPig
I made a similar mistake last year and gave him a call. Been golf buddies ever since.
Soupreme
Username relevant.
GreaterDog
He sold that shit to start SpaceX
StrangelyCalm
Yeah it was a joke. HA HA GET IT? Cause most CEOs don't have their phone numbers or emails publicized for general complaints.
Tamaska
Could have been before it was sold
WavyGravyForPresident
As an optician I can confirm $12 glasses will be absolute shit in every way. Frame poorly made, lenses will have garbage optics, etc.
BrodogMishta
As a user I vouch for the exact opposite. All glasses I bought online were perfect and the 400$ ones opticians sold me all broke and sucked
letshaveanadventure
As someone who wears glasses, i found out the difference pretty quickly. Totally not worth it.
kowalibear
Can confirm rental car statements. I ripped off a lot of people working at an enterprise at the airport to get my numbers up. Make the res
kowalibear
At the extreme pushing of msnsgement. It was basically take them for what they're worth because you can. Hertz does it to.
JackalopeJill
What about making the reservation online?
kowalibear
Make it well in advance if at all possible. If its on a holiday book it a month out. If the price drops you can always rebook. Rates (1/2)
kowalibear
The closer to the holiday it gets. Managers want to make the most of it. Also, always book economy. They never have them= free upgrade
noctevena
I work retail -- the machines arent wrong (at least at my store) and I will NOT adjust price because people bitch.
adamjones353
This is the same in most places. They don't give the retail staff that level of power.
schubackk
I have that level of power and I'm just a regular part timer :3 but the managers give me their supervisor codes so they're the idiots :3
CrocodileTears19
Sometimes clearance items and sales aren't in the computer where I work for some reason. If it's reasonable I'll change it
anneka
I once got a couple of bottles of wine for a fiver because they got took out the system at Tesco. Not exactly life changing though.
mcwhogirl
Target will because they're pansies
Larnuk
I worked at Target one winter; they actually tell us to allow price changes if they are within reason.
mcwhogirl
Once, I told the cashier a $45 item was $20. They radioed someone, and all I heard from the other end was "Just give it to them".
Argondey
FYI walmart practice is to accept the price the customer gives you as long as the item is normally below $20. Even if you KNOW otherwise
Imahard3atbest
I'm a supervisor at a Price Chopper in NY. I adjust stuff all the time because when I don't I get in trouble for bad customer serviceskills
Twenty3Skidoo
Used to work at Tuesday Morning - ditto. If you're a bitch, or rude, I will stand my ground. If you're nice, fuckitwhatdoicare?
freyjaboo
Even if I can change the price, if they bitch, I pretend I can't. I hate assholes LOL.
wikkistix
I work at Kohl's. Our motto is "Yes We Can". If it's less than $25 or 50% difference, we have to change it.
ThereAreOtherWorldsThanThese
I worked at Kohl's for several years and the last 2 I worked in customer service. The "Yes We Can" policy is why I now hate retail. -_-
ScrumdiddlyumptiousBar
I worked retail once. If I "adjusted" the prices without good reason I would have gotten fired immediately.
jvjanisse
I work.... somewhere. If you're nice i'll adjust the price just because. Had a customer come up with $110 in product, only had $95. 1/2
jvjanisse
I adjusted it so the total was $90 because he was cool and didn't even ask for a discount. 2/2
MlCHAEL
This is nice if your store allows it. But I see people get fired for this shit so be careful.
causality
I wouldn't have, but only because everyone including me used the gun login of the guy that had his password set to the first row of letters.
schubackk
I do it all the time. Haven't even been told off for it.
secretlyacat
It's different for each place. Last place I worked at allowed a good degree of employee empowerment. Others have set prices and strict rules
ScrumdiddlyumptiousBar
Our computer system recorded how many price changes were made and how much money was taken off. I had to leave a note for each one.
1spodaspakers
I think this is a sneaky ad for Zenni Optical
UnquenchableLaughter
They are great though!
whyWontKeiraKnightleyReturnMyPhoneCalls
how do you figure your prescription, tho? Can you get just the eye test w/o buying glasses at America's Best or something?
UnquenchableLaughter
Yep, just get the eye exam and then do the prescription online.
h20fuego
No but seriously, I get all my glasses from there. so much cheaper. Cool frames; just all unbranded.
whyWontKeiraKnightleyReturnMyPhoneCalls
how do you figure your prescription, tho? Can you get just the eye test w/o buying glasses at America's Best or something?
h20fuego
I dunno, I got prescription tested back in Aus..no need (read: obligation) to buy glasses from them after. Just kept it to buy online
freyjaboo
I'm okay with that. Frames, rx, oil-resistant coating, water resistant coating, expedited shipping = $50
HardAsARockMainline
Eyebuydirect.com works for me
PorygonZ
I used to make eyeglass lenses and that one made me laugh so hard I started to tear up.
itxtalone
well from a 30 seconds look at their website, they look to sell cheep eye glasses. not sure how much for lenses though
Ahnengeist
Never, ever, ever get a cheap pair of glasses. It's German-made lenses or nothing. US Lenses don't even come close.
CupONoodles
Can you explain why?
Ahnengeist
Sure. My last pair cost me 700€. Now that seems like a lot, because it is. 700€ is a lot of money, but consider this: 1/?
Ahnengeist
You pay for each coating of the lenses. Now for starters, you need at least a triple de-mirroring if you drive at night (I do). 2/?
Twenty3Skidoo
He has special eyes.
maetrix
My Brand! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-fRuoMIfpw
Yoshiru
That's actually legit though. Get a cheap prescription at Wal-Mart, order online
fuckweaselry
I've done this. My vision is terrible & I have to have thick lenses. Usually $3-400 @ doc, got the $6 frame & it was $40 total from Zenni!!
rentaldeception
Why not take the 3$ pair at the doctors?
KlingonBlingon
Optician here, your all killing me. Oy.
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freyjaboo
LOL, no. If I buy frames from a stupid store after a visit, they break. Zenni glasses have never broken. I don't want your shit frames.
DarmokAndJaIadAtTanagra
thank you! i have SO many pair of zenni glasses and they've all lasted an honorable amount of time through my mistreatment. +1 for you
Ummmokay
English major here, you're killing me.
koenigseggignigsegigseggg
Uhm, then lower your prices? You get zero sympathy from people w/o health plans.
Illegitimatekitten
There is no comparison between the quality of glasses ordered from online, and ones which you would purchase at an optometrists
shinigamirobyn
Yeah, the pair my bf got from Zenni are on the brink and he hasn't even had them a year... can't really afford anything else though :(
DarmokAndJaIadAtTanagra
really? i have 20+ pair from them and they have really all held up great. only broken 1 pair and that was totally my own fault. zennis 1/?
xmsbeanx
As a mother of 4 I can't afford $200 for glasses. I order from Zenni all the time. It's that or no glasses at all
WhereIsThatFrogOMine
As an ex-optician, glasses are overpriced due to the almost-monopolistic hold Luxotica has on the industry--Zenni still sucks comparatively.
1spodaspakers
English professor here, YOU'RE killing me. Oy.
TheWeatherOutsideIsWeather
Are you a CEO? We need to speak
1spodaspakers
Of course, please call me directly on my cell phone number, which I give out freely to the public
NoBeardTheIrate
Tried zenni three times, all three pairs were not good in my opinion.
ButterfaceTaintClown
It's a recipe for making high street opticians go out of business so you won't have anywhere to try on glasses. Pay the overheads.
thisthingsibelieve
Trying them on online is way better! You upload a picture and then they put 1000s of glasses on you at once! And i can actually see them!
freyjaboo
http://www.zennioptical.com/faq/what-is-your-return-policy?count=11&subcount=1#faqTopic
ButterfaceTaintClown
Yeah. That's really the same as trying on 20 frames within 10 minutes without having to front cash.
freyjaboo
I could play ship and return for at least a week before I ever got to the point of spending as much as I would in a store.
moxymox
Can confirm. I called the CEO of Comcast directly for better installation service. He fucked me himself. A+ service.
RoomTemperatureCoffee
Calling the legal team is more effective, especially if you want your money back and your state has an implied warranty of merchantability.
FuckYourFriday
Hahahaha omg if I could upvote you into upvote heaven I would.
WhoIsTheDodie
I work for a large bank. Ask to fill out a presidential complaint. might take forever. It's probably a single person answering them.
RelartOfGivia
Ask to fill out a presidential complaint you say....
WhoIsTheDodie
Yup. At work they have a team with strict tat's. They get pissy when u dont respond to them. I work escalations so here from them often.
grufflesia
I bet he charged you for it too
bobmanobpleaseandthankyou
Are.. are you Asshole Brown?
SlickBJJ
Did he call you an asshole to your face or on your bill?
neuronrub
I actually did email him. Plus documentation. Mind you my documentation would have resulted in a win in small claims court.
neuronrub
Within an hour, apology email and a month free cable.
neuronrub
Not sure why it keeps posting before I tell it to... But still crap service all around.
MandMEnterprises
Comcast is trying to silence you.
MarksmanPenguin
Fave stars!
TheOscitator
I'd imagine fucking the CEO of Comcast would be something like this http://media.giphy.com/media/PFKjAuCApEqlO/giphy.gif
JMaringur
I was sure your gif was going to be Bill Lumburgh giving it...
OrcaWinfrey
Followed shortly by http://stream1.gifsoup.com/view/963207/american-psycho-chainsaw-o.gif
ian9outof10
I love that scene, it's so utterly stupid but at the same time amazing.
ilikegummylifesavers
If the CEO looked like that I would switch to Comcast tomorrow and be the first in line to get fucked.
TheOscitator
be careful what you wish for ;) http://i.giphy.com/IoiCjiz9BPrtS.gif
ilikegummylifesavers
Eh, might be worth it.
Calebtwaffles
This is how I imagine the CEO of Comcast fucking me.
betterjesus
Is this American psycho?
BetterThanToma
It is
CandiceIrae
I approve of the American Psycho reference, but I imagine it as less 'Christian Bale's glorious abs' and more 'Nurgle's Great Unclean One.'
samb0ne
Just went to the next image, then back here to see that again! +1
Pegussu
Not enough flesh rending and damned howling in that gif
TheOscitator
http://newnownext.mtvnimages.com/2014/10/tumblr_inline_mm9ffy3Q7P1qc353v.gif
iDrinkDrano
Not pictured: Barbed penis. She ded.
MaybeTheDildoAteYourBaby
Dog Groomer here. If you try to kill fleas with regular shampoo, I will laugh at you. Those things can survive anything.
nottheguyyouwerethinkingitwas
I moved from an altitude of 20 to 4500 ish. They ded. Suffocated those little bastards. Gone in about 2-3 weeks.
MusicGamingImgurFoodCuddleSleepRepeat
Sounds like a plan. Cmon kitty, we're going mountain climbing! :D
nottheguyyouwerethinkingitwas
Well that and the fact that the new place I moved into didn't have any for similar reasons... and new carpet
NiftyGoblin
I was a bather and had people come in like once a week trying to get flea dips...they eventually paid me to come over and show them how to >
NiftyGoblin
> completely stop the flea problem. They basically paid me 300 dollars to bug bomb their house and clean all their dog beds...Worth it.
BangForTheBuck
Dish soap works.
ThaneDukes
As a flea, I can confirm this statement.
batman89
Ok, rescued pup covered in fleas. Used adams flea shampoo n it killed like 99% of fleas. There was few left that we killed with flea comb.
RelartOfGivia
He was talking about drowning the fleas.
IMBIGFUCKENLEZCUNT
Just get the flea treatment stuff, works good on people too with nits. Who cares if its for animals, it works
JPRiddles
As another dog groomer, can confirm.
MaybeTheDildoAteYourBaby
I have people come in with the most bizarre requests for fleas. "Can you please soak him in pure vasoline? I read online that kills fleas"
JPRiddles
Haha that's a new one!
Whitney189r
That's just what you want us to think...
SanAnStrangler
They crawl into the ears while you wash them and come roght back out. Plus fleas dont drown... they can stand on water.
SanAnStrangler
Right*
Twenty3Skidoo
That's why you start shampooing at the neck. Block them off before they can scurry up there. There's a technique to a good flea bath.
SanAnStrangler
Yep.
LuckieHarms
Though Dawn dish soap does work for too young pups and kittens.
kara93
Have young kitten. Can confirm. Works like a charm.
Twenty3Skidoo
I heard the only reason Dawn doesn't market the soap as alternative pet wash is because of Federal regulations, or something. Best wash ever
Oneness
works for pet rats as well, the original :) to wash the grease out of their skin and for fleas.
freyjaboo
Does like borax and coconut oil and all those odd home remedies actually work?
ThereAreOtherWorldsThanThese
My vet just recommended borax last week when my cat got out and came home with fleas. He didn't say anything about coconut oil though.
freyjaboo
That's probably for dandruff then. I sort of use coconut oil for everything.
freyjaboo
Diatomaceous earth is also good. Tears them to pieces like borax does.
TheSara
My mom's a dog groomer. She out right laughed at that. But seriously, Dawn dish soap works great if the dogs skin isn't too sensitive.
Twenty3Skidoo
My vet recommended Dawn when my 8 wk old puppy (rescue) had fleas. Did the trick and didn't expose her to dangerous chemicals!
therealgiraffe
Doesn't that make the fleas explode or something?
Twenty3Skidoo
Yes. It turns the doggy bath into a Michael Bay film.
Legendariel
We can hope. All I know is it DEFINITELY kills them.
ThatLemonStealingHorse
Like a Michael Bay movie.
DroppingBearsOnTouristsSince1989
That's so metal \m/
Grooseland
Fleas and cockroaches will rule the post-apocalyptic world.
ferryp
Your mom's love-grotto will be the new Garden of Eden.
dorenavant
Also Cher, don't forget her.
thingsdontgolikethat
The only living thing I actually don't mind killing hard. Fleas.. & Cher.
Twenty3Skidoo
It's the year 3100. Sentient cockroaches fill the Daytona Stadium for Cher's 39th Comeback Tour.
Icepickplaya
The restaurant order no tax "to go" trick is 1.085% wrong
jeyseearr
Who wants to sit there eating out of a plastic bag anyway (wasteful and weird)? Or are they saying just never eat inside a restaurant?
katykdd
The servers don't want you there anyways if you've ordered to go, you're just taking up valuable space from tipping customers.
jeyseearr
I've done this on accident while finishing a beer or talking to someone, but end up over-tipping and feeling like a weirdo. Terrible "trick"
ketzu
In Germany it's not wrong per se, it just doesn't matter, since all prices include tax and you pay the same. They might just make more.
ketzu
Also just different amout of tax, because food can be reduced sales tax.
xzyzzy
In my state, all food that is prepared is automatically taxed, even if it's to go.
Vedar
Its a 20% tax in the UK if you eat in, but only in certain circumstances. Greggs do it, McDonalds don't. No idea why.
sum1else
That one is highly dependent on location. Like in Ohio, there is no tax on food, and the tax is to use the dining room.
kilconey
Less than two percent wrong isn't actually very much...
thekidwrites
Maryland bar tender here. We tax the FUCK out of your to go order. 6% for food. That's non-negotiable.
secretlyacat
Each state has their own ways of doing taxes. In VA you will get taxed for your meal regardless of whether you have it for here or to go.
halborski
It depends on the state. Some states food is always tax free, some is tax free if it's not cooked, some is tax free if it's not sweetened.
DutchessBarker
The vodka one is what got me all fired up.
jakovii
riiiiight, aristocrat is totally the same as a bottle of goose
PhuckKnuckles
As someone who likes to drink straight vodka (not shots), I'm right there with you. Try drinking some Aristocrat straight, lol.
aguacatedeldiablo
I bought crappy vodka in the belief that it was all the same, and it was crappy. Now I buy inexpensive vodka, and it's not crappy.
GaneshaTheElephantGod
Had finlandia and grey goose for a couple of a year now as my to go vodka. No headache, no hangover. fantastic stuff.
dentros1
Same here, first thing out of my mouth was, all the same my ass. The shit that comes in the 1 liter plastic bottle is clear stomach acid
SeanAker
I don't even drink and I know that's bullshit.
philosofox
This logic must come from someone thinking people are going for smirnoff or plastic bottle vodka
thingsdontgolikethat
'Me too!' ~ said the blind people with pickled livers.
badwolf5
Obviously who ever wrote that has never had Fleischmens.
RedbeardTheFurious
Pss, skinny girl is bottled in a rickety warehouse deep in the mountains of west Maryland along with a bunch of other crap
drunkbs
As an alcoholic, can confirm.
Tkeleth
Yes, I have literally done single-blind vodka taste-tests for a few friends - Grey Goose beat Smirnoff and Absolute every time.
freyjaboo
Reyka will beat Grey Goose. I'd bet money.
Tkeleth
Never had it before! I'll give it a shot.
freyjaboo
NO burn. Warmth kicks in once it's in your throat. Like a snowflake melting on your tongue. Sweet notes. Drink it neat and icy-cold.
karlywithak
College student here. Hawkeye vodka and grey goose are two VERY DIFFERENT MORNINGS
Michaelnstuff
Right? I work in a liquor store, and there are VERY big differences in vodka
ferryp
Production of vodka is the same (and insanely cheap) everywhere. Prices are more a matter of marketing.
DoOrDoNotThereIsNoTry
That's like saying Burnettes is the same as deep eddys. Haha
miNAJEtrois
Ya yhat one is ass backwards if you tell me svedka or whatever is the same as Titos or even skyy or whatever else
orangeorangutan
svedka and skyy are rather similar in quality and price... Titos is better and about 7 bucks more expensive
LadyMiena
Titos is a great balance between price and quality. And it's wayyyy better than anything cheaper.
miNAJEtrois
Ya Titos is awesome, and I hate vodka
fatchicksneedluvintoo
Love me some Titos!!
Bokn0ws91
As a former front desk agent, very little wiggle room with rates
kirbycoffey
Depends on the hotel and how busy you are. Also a former desk agent.
CemestoLuxobarge
bunk rate / rack rate -- there's room enough to wiggle n niggle
CemestoLuxobarge
nb4 "niggle pls"
kesselschlacht
niggle pls
dyxj
Depends on the country and the season (occupancy rate). I've negotiated boss rates overseas, off peak season. (Obv, if 90% full, no luck)
MarkWhoGivesaFukFrom93Tv
Every hotel I've worked at (IHG, Marriott, locally owned...) Have always had a "Best Available Rate" which was about 5$ less than web rate
Bryceybb
This is probably because when they book from websites like hotels.com and expedia, those companies get 20-25% of hotel's earnings
Keanman
Funny you mention that. I actually had a front desk employee's eyes open and jaw drop at the rate I got online just a few hours ago.
InfinitusEquitas
Current vacation erm... booker... I always end up finding better deals online.
tommy1814
Thank you. I have people remark how much cheaper it was online constantly. You should have booked online then stupid.
rasmis
This is usually the reply I've gotten, when I've tried this “trick”. Third parties can be cheaper, because they provide steady business.
tommy1814
Honestly, its not even third party sites all the time. There is like a $10 difference when you book online vs at the desk. Probably (1/2)
tommy1814
just due to the fact they know if you're a walk in, you're more willing to pay whatever.
Twenty3Skidoo
And they're usually selling last minute cancellations that the company is desperate to make money off of.
kerbie
"Your competitors are so much cheaper.... then go with our competitors"
glassweaver
If hotel A can't come close to hotel B, I'll settle to save a substantial sum. But a 15 second question isn't going to kill you. Buck up.
gilliamv
*palm open arm outstretched towards door, huge creepy smile* oh kay buhbye.
peediepixie
I'm a receptionist at the moment, we'll always match or beat an online rate :)
VulgarGhost
No not all vodka is the same. You can literally taste the difference.
johnvictor
I think this is in regards to larger, non-chain hotels where they want maximum occupancy.
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Bokn0ws91
Very true, probably should have prefaced that I worked at very busy hotel so the rate was the rate, but always tried to hook it up
codylishush
and always book rooms way in advance
Galdornae
That one is.... SOMETIMES correct. We have a fair bit of discretion where I work, but honestly, if you're being a jerk I won't help you out.
Cowglands
This 1000 times. My boss is down with matching BS third party rates. But if you are a dick, I ain't doing shit.
Galdornae
Someone downvoted you, but they trippin' so I upvoted you.
Cowglands
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Twenty3Skidoo
You mean it's actually more effective to be NICE to service people!? I always thought they try harder to help when treat them like slaves!
UpvotesForCalicos
Depends on how high class the establishment is. Also a few greased palms never hurts.
BentoboxCrackerdong
Also - how do offer a bribe? How much?
UpvotesForCalicos
I always suggest reading "Heads in Beds." Funny & informative about one guy's many years in the hotel biz. But to offer, just fold the bill-
UpvotesForCalicos
-in half, then half again & hand it to the front desk person with your ID. Don't lay it flat on the counter. Usually $10 to the doorman...
GetOffMyLawnYa
Ding, Ding, Ding!!! PC check-in has made it more difficult, but Cash Plays. And not just at the tables. Or just in Vegas.
Themanwithouttheplan
This works in Vegas every time! Go to the counter and sandwich a $20 between my ID and credit card. Suite here I come!
Seabassplayer
Wait, how much am I greasing a palm? Is it less than the discount I'm getting?
UpvotesForCalicos
Yes, less than the discount. You should read "Heads in Beds." Kind of a memoir of one guy's many years in the hotel biz. Funny & informative
UpvotesForCalicos
(2) Read my reply to loki23. But still read that book. It's great.
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
we tried that car bidding war thing. The one dealership was like "Screw this" and sold the car to someone else immediately
kingofthesofas
I got three different quotes for a car I wanted and then got one dealer to come down 2k for the sale and that worked for me but not the same
littledeucey
depending on the car you are getting, the salesmen don't make enough commission to fuck with all that. My dad has done it for 20+years
notlun
I heard that around here they will catch on to this and call the other nearby dealers to agree on a price. Cartels yay!
CastrovalvanCelery
That's what happened to me after a couple bounces.
Queeditch
I guess you can report them to authorities. That should be illegal, at least in Europe it is.
GaryFreakinOak
That's called price fixing and it is indeed illegal. Competing compaines are supposed to compete.
Keanman
I tried this and the sales person said "If you don't buy it at this price, the next person will". I stood up and said 1/2
Keanman
"I guess the next person will be buying it". He didn't even flinch because he knew it was completely true. 2/2
CaptainPhil
They didn't have 20 identical cars sitting on the lot? huh.
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
used cars Maybe thats where we went wrong. Well the lot that sold the car was a used lot, the other was the dealership that had new and used
infernopg
with used cars every good dealer knows pretty exactly for how much they can reasonably sell it.
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
we ended up getting talked into a new car, because it had better financing and they gave us free maintenance for 6 years
TeacherBHMS
I did this. It worked. Got a new Mazda3 for $14,000 with an extended 10 year warranty... I had to try more than 2, though.
sleete
Probably the basic low end with not too many features.
TeacherBHMS
Definitely. Standard transmission. Not too many bells and whistles. But it was still several grand under MSRP.
sleete
MSRP on a new vehicle is always a few thousand over gross cost. (Speaking as a dealer).
HotMagentaDuckFace
This is how I got my Mazda CX-5. I did have to wait a couple days for the dealerships to realize I wasn't joking around. I didn't do it 1/2
HotMagentaDuckFace
on purpose though. The first guy had insulted me pretty badly and I went somewhere else. All of a sudden it was a dealership war. 2/2
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
wow nice! we ended up with a good deal on one car, but the other car's (we wanted more) dealer wasn't having it at all.
TeacherBHMS
I went through FightingChance. Gave me all the stats and words I needed to use. Not that suave otherwise.
Twenty3Skidoo
Just bookmarked the site. My mom's gonna need a new car soon, thanks!
hoofbeatsandsnowflakes
oh that's cool. no one in my family is good at negotiating at all. Maybe have been part of the issue
zombiebatman
You don't have to wait for the crosswalk signal to change. Just start walking and they are obligated to stop for you.
ferryp
Of course, cars are NEVER allowed to hit pedestrians. However, pedestrians ignoring a red light CAN get fined perfectly.
jakovii
it will read on my headstone "HAD THE RIGHT OF WAY"
FuzzyMonkeys
Also true in Rome.
PmMeYourDudes
They may be obligated to stop, but it's not their duty to stop for you.
NotRick
Not in New York
Twenty3Skidoo
You will get a ticket in Germany for obstructing the flow of traffic. I fucking LOVE German traffic laws...
toasterfox
This is excellent. I live in a major metro area and am stunned by the number of buttholes who do this.
ferryp
Also, I am the kind of person that will happily hit your ass and push you over by swerving against you as I pass. No problem.
threestep
If they don't stop, just call the CEO of Traffic and he'll sort it out for you.
rikkif
That was funny.
JamesAQuintero
If they don't stop, I'm calling Obama, and he'll sort it out for me.
rhetoricalstagnation
True in all of norway. WHATEVER you do as a pedestrian, it's the car's fault. Hide behind two parked cars and jump into traffic? Cars fault.
rhetoricalstagnation
Run as fast as you can into a red light? Cars fault. Walk in the middle of the streets while drunk and get hit? Car's fault.
trasneoir
AFAIK presumed or ("strict") liability doesn't apply if there is hard evidence of intent/fraud.
Tanishh
Norway sounds like an awful place to be a driver.
rhetoricalstagnation
yah social progressivity doesn't really include that much room for cars. it emphasizes collective transport and bikes\pedestrians
trasneoir
Not that unusual. Unlike pedestrians/cyclists, drivers are licensed and insured, so the onus is on us to protect (or fix) the others.
BrappZannigan
Same in Japan.
DeathLemons
Do you like to get hit by cars?... because this is how you get hit by cars.
Beepity
Yes, but then something even better than not getting hit by a car happens: You get to sue the person who hit you with a car.
Beepity
orkestrzhopa
do you know how right of way works? not in jaywalkers' favor. crosswalks are a thing.
Beepity
Yeah, but if someone gets the right jury for their civil trial, it doesn't matter. They'd still be a fuckass, of course.
Drfuckup
Lol well yeah, unless YOU FUCKING DIE
Beepity
Twenty3Skidoo
My dad used to joke that if I wanted to play in the street, do it when a Lexus is driving by. It took me YEARS to realize he was talking 1
Twenty3Skidoo
about me getting hit by a car. ... He's kind of a douche. 2/2
MistoKat
This is true in France. Not so much in America...
BobaFettRidingAPinkMarineDiplodocusOnABubblegumSea
Which part of France do you live in? If I do this where I live I'm 99% sure to get hit by a car!
eggmuffin
While it may be true, it's not going to matter as you won't care when your legs become a composite of meat, steel and asphalt.
MarkWhoGivesaFukFrom93Tv
In America, pedestrians legally have right of way. The driver is nearly always at fault if they hit someone on foot
eggmuffin
Sure. But when you're bleeding in a ditch, that won't seem like a comfort.
MistoKat
What about tickets for jay-walking? If its against the law not to use proper crosswalks, I don't imagine pedestrians automatically having(1)
MistoKat
right of way. For parking lots and small streets yes. I'm thinking more of large, busy streets and intersections.
NotRick
Not in New York
plotikai
Totally wrong, you will get ticketed for jay-walking, not so much in smaller towns/streets but busy cities/streets for sure!
Tanishh
Wrong. I have jaywalked and seen others jaywalk all over Philly and NYC. Never even heard of someone ticketed for it that I know.
MarkWhoGivesaFukFrom93Tv
Ticketed for jaywalking is a method of prevention. If you hit a pedestrian, you'll still be considered at fault. I