The concept of paying it forward and spreading good is one that many of us have been taught from a young age. To give to charity, to volunteer, to hold doors open, to help those who need a hand and to follow the golden rule “do unto others as you would have them do to you.” Such a simple principle of a good life, and one that many people forget to make part of their daily life.
When corporations do something special, when they listen, when they take that extra minute to go out of their way for you it is remarkable. You feel like a person, a valued customer, your trust grows and your connection deepens. I have long been amazed by Telus’s customer care, wonderful advertisements and cute little furry creatures. When I heard the story of Ramona I was absolutely in awe. What a remarkable day for a loyal customer. Dreams really do come true.
TELUS also believes that a simple thank you can go a long way. And while it would be easy to send a text or reach out with a quick call, we believe that some thank yous are just better shared in person. With this in mind, TELUS gave loyal customer, Ramona, a big surprise to thank her for being such a great customer for almost 20 years. Ramona had told TELUS that she loves aviation, so the whole day was structured around her interests and desire to ride on an aerial plane – she even got to fly it!
This video brought tears to my eyes as I imagined what it must have felt like for Ramona to realize that all of this was for her, that so many people were involved in making her dream a reality and that she was special, and valued and cared for. Whether it is from a company, a friend or a family member those are feelings we all long for.
Ramona’s surprise was only the first of a series of surprises the TELUS Care-a-Van team is sharing. With a host of events and activities that will be taking place all week long to specially thank TELUS local customers and the Guelph community.
- TELUS is literally performing everyday acts of caring all over the Guelph community throughout the week. As part of this, TELUS is donating $5 to the Guelph Children’s
- Foundation for every use of #actsofcaring.
- We’re going door to door to the homes of our top 100 customers to thank them personally with a care package – a small token of our appreciation.
- We’re hosting a free BBQ lunch for our top 1000 customers and their families at the local TELUS store.
- We’ll be presenting a cheque to the Guelph Children’s Foundation in the amount of $5000 – in response to all the uses of #actsofcaring. Donald Woodley (member of TELUS Board of Directors) will join our celebration to present the cheque.
To read more about TELUS’s #ActsofCaring campaign visit their website and enter the #ActsofCaring contest.
What would my dream day be?
I think for me my dream day would be an escape. Driving in a convertible, top down cruising on the back country roads leading to my favourite Spa for a day or rest, relaxation and healing. A day to read, be still and think.
What would your dream day be?
Disclosure: I am part of the TELUS Grand Gestures Campaign and I receive special perks as part of my affiliation with this campaign. The opinions on this blog are my own.
This is really awesome! I love what they are doing.
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My dream day would be a day where I could PIG OUT and food had no calories that day.
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This is awesome!
My dream day would involve a lot of books and coffee.
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This is an awesome way to give back. So nice to get something that means a lot to you.
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My dream day would be spent on a beach in Mexico, with delicious food and no responsibilities! That sounds perfect. I love the way that TELUS is letting you give back!
Wow that is a great is a great way to pay it forward! Sounds wonderful!
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Lounging at an all inclusive resort in Mexico – unlimited food and booze, the ocean, and a day at the beach.
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I am with you, a dream day would be an escape… maybe a day out, with tons of fun with the family or just Hubby and I!
My dream day would be one of world peace. Not having to hear such tragedies, but only good stuff on the news.
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Wow amazing!! My dream day would be relaxing in the Tropical sun!
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My dream day? My house would be clean (not by my hand) and the kids wouldn’t mess it up. And it would be 10 hours longer than a normal day so I could nap and do some creative writing without feeling guilty!
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Is it bad that my dream day would be as simple as lounging around in bed napping on and off? :)
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My dream day would be having my boys be perfect little angels, or at least not fight and pester each other lol.
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I love when companies pay forward, giving a bit back make it all worthy. My dream would be pay our mortgage.
What a GREAT way to give back. This was AWESOME
My dream day at this point would be able to have a day all to myself– some pampering and sometime to read and think. No noise.
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I love this initiative, It is so important to tell and show people that we care. Thanks for sharing such an inspiring video.
My dream day would be a spa day with nothing else to worry about…
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What a great cause. I love catching my kids being kind and generous. It’s a great reminder.
Oh! My dream day would be to have a nice cool bed all to myself. Uninterrupted sleep and just the ability to roam around the house without noise!