Hi Tony,
I am writing to tell you something that you already know. . . Zappos is simply the BEST online website!!!!
In November I called to order
new balance sneakers for my mom. I was blessed to get
Melissa as my customer service rep.
Melissa asked how I was, and I told her my story. My mom had just had a drain put in her brain and was facing the removal of a meningioma, a brain tumor. I was beside myself with worry.
Melissa was so compassionate that she took the time to share her story of her own battle with a brain tumor. She was so positive and reassuring when I was so certain my mom was going to die.
We spoke for a long time, and then I ordered my mom's
sneakers. When I got off the phone I marveled at how God works: He sends you what you need to hear in the most unusual places. I thought I was just ordering
sneakers, but I got an angel telling me not to give up. Thank you,
Melissa!!!!!
Then in a few days I received a hand written and hand drawn card from
Melissa reminding me to be positive and stay strong. I cannot tell you how she touched my heart, and I cried.
Melissa really understood my situation, really cared about a stranger and sent me more sunshine. Then in a few more days a beautiful bouquet of flowers arrived for my mom from Elsie, the staff, and the Zappos family! I was totally stunned. I still cannot believe that your staff took the time to send this gift to a stranger they did not know based on Melissa's
account of my story.
The people you have working for you make Zappos feel more like a good trusted friend than another impersonal online store. Now when I shop Zappos I am so happy to give my business to people who have a heart and truly care about their customers!!!
I am sorry I did not write sooner, but I wanted to see how my mom's health situation would turn out. Please tell
Melissa that mom did make it through her two brain surgeries. Unfortunately, she has the more aggressive form of tumor and will need radiation 5 times a week for 6 weeks. Hopefully, she will pull through, and I can put a happy ending to the hardest time of my life.
Anyway, I just wanted to tell you that you are doing something sooooo right when you give a customer the feeling that they really count and are not just another
sale!
I will always be a Zappos fan and customer because your staff is caring and knowledgeable, and your products and service are of great quality.
Thank you!
Sincerely,