Had 2 trips in the last 2 weeks. And both times I took taxis
back to Simei. First was a Merc Cab and the 2nd one last night was
a Silver Cab. Both times, both uncles were excellent. As expected,
they were out of the cab, helping me with my luggage. But once in
the cab, I tend to try to see their reaction when I mentioned
"Simei". Some uncles immediately quieten down, their tone change.
But these 2 uncles maintained their very courteous tones and even
asked me which way I prefer and did some small talks along the way
to make me feel comfortable. The fares came up to 11 plus each
time, I gave them 15 each time. I know its a difficult job. But its
a service job, nobody is gonna feed you if attitudes dun change.
There are some who insist they dun need this job, they can retire
actually, fine. But for those who wants a living out of this job,
learn from this 2 taxi uncles. I dun think, they are always happy
all the time, maybe inside their heart, they are cursing, nabei,
simei, but they dun show it and still showed their professionalism
and I think that will bring them a long way.
this is how i judge , if its a pick and go situation , i think
most wont complain. those who kpkb most likely waited for very long
. when i was queuing regularly at the ap last time , i had so many
AP- simei , tampines trips that i totally gave up going there , it
came to a point where the moment i get into my cab to drive , i
expect a simei , tampines , flora road , anything further is a
bonus hahaha
though i think its wrong for drivers to vent their frustration (
not your fault u stay simei right? tio bo? ) but maybe juz try to
understand a bit. give N take la.afterall its a short journey
:)
frankly , not many are generous like you to give $15 if the
driver gives good service.most will pay the exact fare ( 5 cts also
take back ).
ONLY once did i encounter one lady pax , she boarded my cab and
immediately apologised , i was like huh? wtf? sorry 4 wad? she said
' uncle dont be angry , im going to bedok , u take this 15 dollars
, confirm more than meter fare , sorry.
u think this kinda pax a lot? bro maybe 1 in 5000 la.