Why don't more people thank the bus driver....

When they get off the bus? I have no idea why but it really bugs me when they don't. Doesn't take much to just say thanks as you get off at your stop.

Edited as I know some people do thank them.

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Pretzel · 70-79, M

I ride the bus.

I don't thank them because they aren't doing me a favor. They are doing their job. I don't thank the cashier at the grocery store for the same reason.

I do tell them to have a good day or see them tomorrow.

ArishMell · 70-79, M

@Pretzel So people do not deserve their work to be recognised? Still, at least your greeting is often taken as acknowledgement.

I always thank the shop assistants, sometimes have a joke or two with them; though I have to suppress a grimace when they parrot that awful, managerial-speak "Have a nice day" insincerity.

Pretzel · 70-79, M

@ArishMell thanking a person for doing their job is not necessary unless they have done something out of the ordinary.

now I DO thank cashiers etc when they work on a holiday or when a hurricane is headed our way and they could be at home prepping for the storm.

but the bus driver being thanked..nah. I don't see it as necessary.

I don't get thanked for doing my job - and I don't expect it. I expect my paycheck on time and to be treated courteously - but no more or less than they would treat any other stranger.

ArishMell · 70-79, M

@Pretzel I understand you point about being extra courteous and understanding at difficult times such as holidays or storms, but I suppose if your employer doesn't value your normal work it won't encourage you to value that of others.

In my experience seeing those who alight from a bus without at least a nod to the driver are very much in the minority.