Do bus drivers like being thanked?

Do bus drivers like it when people say thank you? Dozens of London bus drivers who were interviewed as part of the research said passengers greeting them with 'good morning' or 'thank you' have a positive impact on their happiness and job satisfaction. They said it made them feel 'respected', 'seen' and 'appreciated'.



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To thank the bus driver, press “B” on PC, or down on the D-pad on console. A little message will pop up in the global chat to say you've done so, and then you're free to jump out of the bus and onto the map. Looting a chest will then count towards your challenge completion.

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A small survey of 77 drivers suggested a greeting from a passenger was meaningful to them, the researchers said. Of 116 passengers questioned at a bus station, 84% said they believed engaging with the driver had a positive impact, according to the findings.

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They are thanked roughly five times more than any other profession, with drivers saying it is one of the best things about their job. Some 40% of them are thanked more than 50 times a day, which an overwhelming majority said positively impacts their wellbeing.

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Here are five low-cost ideas (plus a few bonus freebies) you can use to show your appreciation and recognition for school bus drivers.
  1. Show them some love on social media. ...
  2. Create a Traveling Trophy. ...
  3. Give Thanks with Student Notes. ...
  4. Draw for Lunches or Prizes. ...
  5. DIY Snack Gifts.


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There are those who think saying “Thanks” to your bus driver is ridiculous. And perhaps hearing the word all day starts being monotonous and annoying for some drivers. Others see it as a polite thing to do, especially it's heartfelt. Regardless, it happens, and people do notice it.

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Passengers who greet bus drivers as they embark or disembark have a small positive impact on drivers' wellbeing, a survey has suggested. A pilot in Hammersmith saw stickers put on some buses to encourage people to say hello or thank you to the driver.

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Provide free meals. Bus drivers work long hours and must ensure that their passengers are comfortable and safe during the trip. Providing your charter bus driver employees with free meals from time to time shows your appreciation to them for their hard work.

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Public Transportation Etiquette Offer your seat to elderly or disabled passengers. If the train or bus is crowded, make sure you leave room for people to move around you. Avoid using the phone as much as possible. If you do talk on the phone, try to keep conversations brief and speak quietly.

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25 Clever Gifts for School Bus Drivers
  • A heartfelt thank-you note. ADVERTISEMENT. ...
  • Gift Cards. ...
  • Sunflower dashboard bobble. ...
  • Aromatherapy heated neck wrap. ...
  • Insulated tumbler. ...
  • Fleece blanket. ...
  • This sweet bus driver key chain. ...
  • Bus driver T-shirt.


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The Top Ten Rules of Public Transportation Etiquette
  1. 1.) Let passengers exit first. ...
  2. 2.) Give up your seat if necessary. ...
  3. 3.) Only take up the space you need. ...
  4. 4.) Be prepared to board. ...
  5. 5.) Keep your business to yourself. ...
  6. 6.) Respect transit staff. ...
  7. 7.) Respect the property. ...
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How many people thank the bus driver? At the time of writing, a BuzzFeed poll had found that more than 15,300 people said they thanked the driver – 82% of respondents – while just 8% admitted to alighting in silence.

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7. Earn great benefits. Bus drivers can receive various benefits from their employers, such as health and dental insurance, life insurance, sick leave, vacation time and 401(k) contributions. Some states also offer these benefits for bus drivers who are part-time employees.

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A bus driver, bus operator, or bus captain is a person who drives buses for a living.

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