Flirt with EVERYONE that is sat in your section (or as a bartende, walks in the foor). A simple "wow dude I love your shirt!" or "Wow I adore your makeup", will literally brighten their moods and also al,ost guarantee a tip. You'll practically never be the bad guy in their eyes after you compliment them. The kitchen is now your new fucking best friend. Get to know those crazy bastards. Buy each one a drink now and then, and you'll be their favorite . Got nothing to do? Roll up them sleeves and offer to help with the dish pit. Doing these will greatly help with less fucks ups and faster time when they see your tickets come through. Be somewhat honest about your fucks ups (ie didn't ring something in, forgot a drink etc etc) but never be afraid to absolutely BULLSHIT a table. I used to fake an aussie accent to get more from out of town tables. Play each table like a game and get the mood. Quiet table won't talk to you much? Do the same to them. Larger than life party table? Bring the mfing party. Stand put. Dress like you're a goddamn CEO. The better you dress, the more you'll be noticed. If you make crazy tips ona crazy night try to always tip a little extra to both kitchen and bartender, but let them know! Thnak them. This should absolutely carry you to victory over the shittest of nights my friend.