I respect all bus operators, but I mostly respect the ones who are courteous and helpful. I always like hearing bus operators saying "You're welcome", "Take Care", "Have a good day", and more after I say Thank You.
I respect bus drivers that are able to conduct themselves. I've heard of some lashing out on bus fans because of morons taking pictures of them texting and whatnot on the job, and that is an unacceptable justification. Don't want to be caught doing something wrong, don't do it, end of story.