Share your best superior customer service story.

Responsiveness is key. For example, if a customer has a query, answering quickly like in the case of the online dress store where they immediately addressed the wrong - size issue. Another element is going the extra mile. Just like the laptop store staying open late to fix the problem.

One of the best customer service stories I've heard was about a hotel. A guest had left their laptop charger at home. When they asked the front desk if there was any way to get one, the staff not only found a charger that fit their laptop but also had it delivered to their room within 10 minutes. It was such a small gesture but made the guest's stay so much more convenient.

I once had a flight delay with Southwest. The customer service agent was amazing. Instead of just giving me the usual information, she went out of her way to find me an alternative flight that actually got me to my destination earlier than my original schedule. She also provided vouchers for food and drinks at the airport. It was such a great experience that I have been loyal to Southwest ever since.

I once had a great experience with a coffee shop. I ordered a latte but they accidentally made an Americano. When I told the barista, she immediately apologized and made a fresh latte for me. She also gave me a coupon for a free drink next time. It was so simple yet effective customer service.

Best: I once went to a small coffee shop. The barista was extremely friendly. She remembered my regular order and even drew a little heart on my cup. It made my day. Worst: I had an issue with my phone service provider. I called customer service and was put on hold for over an hour, then transferred three times, and finally the person I talked to was rude and didn't solve my problem.

I once had a problem with my phone bill. I called the customer service. The agent put me on hold for almost an hour, and when they finally came back, they transferred me to the wrong department. It took another 30 minutes to get to the right person. And that person was rude and didn't really solve my problem.

Once, a customer was very angry because their order was late. I apologized sincerely and immediately checked the delivery status. I found out there was a shipping error. I offered to upgrade their order to express shipping at no extra cost. The customer was so happy with the solution and later sent a thank - you note.

One great customer service story is from Zappos. A customer ordered a pair of shoes for a special occasion but received the wrong size. When they contacted Zappos, not only did the customer service rep immediately send out the correct size with free overnight shipping, but also told the customer to keep the wrong - sized shoes as a gift. It's this kind of going above and beyond that makes their service so great.

I called a clothing brand's customer service because I received a damaged item. The person on the phone took my details and promised to send a replacement. But weeks passed, and I heard nothing. When I called again, they said there was no record of my previous call. It made me so angry as I wasted a lot of time waiting.

One success story is about an online clothing store. A customer received a dress with a small tear. They contacted customer service. The representative immediately apologized and offered a full refund or a replacement. The customer opted for a replacement. The new dress arrived quickly and in perfect condition, with a handwritten note and a small discount coupon for future purchases. This not only retained the customer but also made them a loyal advocate for the brand.