Sydney: It is generally alright but in electronic stores many sales personnel are clue-less of technologies. It seems like they are shoving customers in buying products that are higher in profit margin rather than for the best interest of customers. Mobile phone (cellphone) stores are alright and they seem to be more friendly. Grocery store like Woolworths would like you to be enticed by having lollies near counter or if you have ‘Rewards Points’.
Amsterdam: Customer service is close to non-existent. You pay extra for customer service. In train stations you pay a surcharge if you use a personnel to buy ticket. In Albert Heijn they don’t bother greeting you and just your stuff down the ramp for you to collect it in the other end.