# Not Tipping Notifications These Rude Cards Let Restaurants Know the Extent of Your Displeasure By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-04-28 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/not-tipping References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/612051126174352418/No-Tip-Card) Not tipping can be an awkward business or conversation to have when you received sub-par service. The No Tip Card allows you to leave behind a [business card-sized graphic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digibusinesscard) explanation why you will not be leaving a gratuity. The front side of the strongly worded card lets the [restaurant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dont-tell-dad) know you disapprove of their sucky service, while the flip side allows to to grade your dissatisfaction in terms of excellent, good average or poor. If you are upset enough to leave a rude note, chances are you will be checking off 'poor' and the other options are unnecessary. This not tipping notification comes in a pack of ten on high quality cards made from heavy card stock that is UV coated on both sides. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/humor) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Customer Feedback Cards:** Opportunity for companies to implement customer feedback cards that allow patrons to provide feedback on their experiences. - **Customizable Service Grading:** Companies can offer customizable service grading systems for customers to communicate their level of satisfaction. - **Alternative Compensation Models:** The rise of not tipping notifications may prompt industries to explore alternative compensation models for service staff. ### Where This Applies - **Restaurant:** Restaurants can utilize not tipping notifications to improve service quality and identify areas for improvement. - **Hospitality:** In the hospitality industry, businesses can incorporate customer feedback cards to enhance guest experiences and satisfaction levels. - **Retail:** The retail industry can implement customizable service grading systems to gather feedback and optimize customer service. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tip-Enabling App Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zomato-2.md) - [Online Tip Collecting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collect-tips.md) - [Tip-Encouraging Pizza Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/you-tip-we-tip-promotion.md) - [Confidence-Promoting Conversation Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tabletalk.md) - [Digital NFC-Enabled Business Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchless-nfc-card.md) - [Cutting-Edge Business Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xcards.md) - [Accessible Payment Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touch-cards.md) - [Conversation Starting Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinner-table-conversation-starter-napkins.md) - [Polite Driver Communication Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sorry-thanks-car-sign.md)