Sometimes you must have your say or explode.
You end up making a scene and may feel some initial satisfaction, but gradually the realisation dawns that you might have made a better job of it.
We're not schooled in confrontation. Some guidance is called for, especially over Christmas when some establishments may be more interested in driving up volumes than customer satisfaction levels.
Here are six tips that may help you make a scene in a more telling way...
Acceptance of poor service has gotten South Africans nowhere for decades. So, speak up while remaining calm, respectful and considered.
If you must make a scene make it a good one.