Inside the Mind of Workplace Thieves

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Bar Tabs and Double Dips: Confessions of a Skimming Bartender Publisher's summary

Bar Tabs and Double Dips: Confessions of a Skimming Bartender is a step-by-step guide that delves into the hidden world of bar theft, revealing the techniques bartenders use to steal and the strategies bar owners can implement to catch them. Written from the firsthand perspective of Dave, a seasoned bartender turned whistleblower, this book provides an in-depth look at the psychology, methods, and consequences of skimming in the hospitality industry.

Through detailed chapters, Dave walks listeners through the tactics bartenders use to pocket cash, manipulate inventory, and exploit gaps in accountability. Techniques such as no-ring sales, fake refunds, inventory adjustments, and leveraging customer distractions are laid bare, along with explanations of how these methods can be disguised to avoid detection. Each chapter offers real-world scenarios, examples, and insights into the inner workings of a bartender’s skimming operation.

More than just a confession, this audiobook serves as a guide for bar owners and managers to recognize the red flags and take proactive measures to safeguard their businesses. Dave outlines the signs of theft, including discrepancies in cash register totals, mismatched liquor usage, excessive discounts, and suspicious customer behavior. He provides actionable steps for employers to improve accountability, leverage technology like point-of-sale systems and inventory tracking software, and foster a culture of transparency and trust that discourages dishonesty.

The audiobook doesn’t shy away from the moral complexities of theft, exploring the emotional toll it takes on both the thief and their coworkers. It offers lessons for employers on how to reduce the temptation to steal by addressing workplace stress, offering fair compensation, and creating opportunities for growth and recognition.

©2024 Dwayne Tomkewich (P)2025 Dwayne Tomkewich
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    • A Construction Manager’s Fraudulent Company (Inside the Mind of Workplace Thieves, Book 3)
    • By: Robert Patterson
    • Narrated by: Anthony F Armagno
    • Length: 5 hrs and 40 mins
    • Release date: 04-02-25
    • Language: English
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