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"Great work today! This one's on me!"

At the end of a dinner or get-together, if your boss says these wonderful words, how do you respond? Is it right to just accept it with a "Thank you!"? Or should you show a little hesitation?

The etiquette of "being treated" is surprisingly tricky. You don't want to spoil their kind gesture, but you also don't want to seem presumptuous... Some people might feel anxious about this.

The Basic Etiquette of "Being Treated": Gratitude and Humility

When someone offers to treat you, the most important thing is to express your gratitude.

Pretend to Take Out Your Wallet Once: Even if you know your boss is going to treat you, make a reflexive gesture of taking out your wallet. Showing a humble attitude with phrases like "I couldn't possibly," or "Oh no, you don't have to," conveys your respect.
Say "Thank You!" with a Big Smile: With sincere gratitude, say in a bright voice, "Thank you so much! I'll gladly accept!" Your smile at this moment will maximize your boss's feeling of "I'm glad I treated them."
Add a "Forward-Looking" Comment: Adding forward-looking words like, "I'd love to join you again!" or "Next time, let me treat you!" will make the person want to invite you out again.

"The After-Party is on the Juniors!" That's When the App Comes in!

After the first party's bill is settled, it's common for things to progress to, "Alright, who's up for round two?" or "The juniors can go have their own after-party!" In such cases, if it's decided that "the juniors will split the bill," fumbling with the payment would ruin the fun atmosphere. This is where our app supports your smart response.

Be Smart with Quick Calculations

When it's time to pay for karaoke, don't fumble. Use the app's Simple Split feature to instantly calculate the per-person amount. You can quickly split the bill with a rounded amount, without worrying about having small change.

Handle Complex Cases: Utilize Custom Contribution Ratios!

If a considerate thought arises, like, "Let's split the after-party among the juniors, but maybe the organizer should pay a bit more," you can rest easy with the app's Custom Contribution Ratio feature. You can settle the bill smoothly in a way that everyone agrees on.

Ensure Transparency by Sharing the Results!

Once the calculation is done, use the app's Share feature to share the result with the junior members' LINE group. Clearly stating, "Here are the results for the after-party! Please pay ¥〇〇," prevents anyone from having to ask "How much was it again?" later on, leading to a smooth settlement.

Finally: "Consideration" is Your Best Weapon

How you respond when a boss says, "It's on me," is a moment that tests your character and professional etiquette. Expressing gratitude honestly and showing a humble attitude. And when it's your turn to handle the payment, using an app to respond smartly.

People who can show such "consideration" are highly regarded by those around them and can build better relationships. Our app is here to help you give shape to that "consideration."