Southwest Airlines: Our Purpose and Vision

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  • čas přidán 18. 12. 2013
  • From our very beginning, Southwest Airlines has been a maverick in the airline and Customer Service industries. We set ourselves apart every single day by delivering our Customers to the places, events, and People that are most important to them. This reason for being is encompassed in our defining statement -- our Purpose: To connect People to what's important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel.
    We created this video to bring our Purpose to life through snapshots of interactions that our Employees have had with our Customers. These seemingly everyday situations demonstrate how our Employees go above and beyond to connect People to what's important in their lives.

Komentáře • 254

  • @quentinbonner5231
    @quentinbonner5231 Před 4 lety +104

    I’ve been trying to get hired on with Southwest for the past 2 years... I am very happy to say that I start with this amazing company on Monday.

  • @jonwilliams2228
    @jonwilliams2228 Před 10 lety +144

    I have been trying for 8 years to get on with Southwest and this video is a perfect example of why I never gave up. December 9th 2013 I became a Southwest Airlines Supervisor. I LUV it :)

  • @Islandgirl671
    @Islandgirl671 Před 4 lety +24

    This video was 6yrs ago, but today I find myself in tears! Wow! Thank you Southwest Airlines for a human heart in action!

  • @bodilyc
    @bodilyc Před 8 lety +20

    I have to comment and say how incredibly touched I am by the stories on this video… Its truly all about people, connecting with people and being kind. I am due to interview in a few weeks for an inflight position with SWA and I am beyond blessed to have this opportunity. This video reminds us all of what an airline should be all about… purpose and vision and not just another ticket in a pouch. I am so excited to possibly become part of a culture that knows what it means to put humanity first, to touch others lives and to be kind. Thanks for having this video out there to brighten my day!

  • @caseymanuel7199
    @caseymanuel7199 Před 4 lety +14

    Southwest has made it possible for me travel with my 3 children as a single mom. Thank you.

  • @ramona9136
    @ramona9136 Před 7 lety +7

    My friend just talked me into using SW tomorrow to Denver when I had already planned on using another airline. Already I like the fact I can take luggage if I wish. Going to a funeral, so this is so important to me. Not only will I have an early booking seat, but I think I get to sit next to my friend also attending this funeral -a celebration of life for our dear Friend. Thanks again.

  • @calebclark6696
    @calebclark6696 Před 6 lety +7

    When my grandpa died, we took his flag home and they asked if they wanted to put the flag in the cockpit and we said yes. That was an amazing flight.

  • @marialaben9089
    @marialaben9089 Před 8 lety +6

    After watching this video, southwest was my way when my son was going to college in LA. All emergency I can always get a flight to be with him. Thank you!! Best company I have flown on..

  • @breannachapman889
    @breannachapman889 Před 8 lety +22

    I love Southwest so much. I hope to be able to work for them one day!!!

    • @breannachapman889
      @breannachapman889 Před 8 lety +5

      +1pilot2000 I appreciate your concern but I've never had a bad experience with them. Why stay away?

    • @bluestreak168
      @bluestreak168 Před 4 lety +1

      @1pilot2000 out of all the flights I've had with SWA I've never had a bad experience. Of course the one time I didn't fly SWA I had the worst experience of my life! I think I would rather work for SWA than any other airline. Why should we stay away from such a great airline?

  • @jimsteffy7911
    @jimsteffy7911 Před 4 lety +2

    I was 22 years in the airline business - 2 passenger and 1 cargo airline, None of hem , or any other airline I have flown can hold a candle to Southwest. Love you gusy1

  • @jafi37
    @jafi37 Před 11 lety +3

    Twenty years, three Airlines...."This" is what its about. I'm home. LUV IT !!!
    Christopher Kuchnicki...Amen Brother; "PROUD"

  • @shreniks2796
    @shreniks2796 Před 5 lety +1

    As an HR Professional, I have read case studies about SWA and what makes them great as a brand and employer. I am taken by awe after watching this video, I had goosebumps all through out. SWA is undoubtedly a great example of a brand truly living by their values. I really wish I get to work for them one day.

  • @breannachapman889
    @breannachapman889 Před 8 lety +12

    My first flight with Southwest was on December 28th 2015 on my way to Las Vegas Nevada to be reunited with old friends and see Celine Dion for the first time in my life. The staff was amazing, the flight crew was unforgettable and the flight was so comfortable. I will never fly another airline again!!! I'm so sad Southwest doesn't fly to Canada because I will be going there this summer to see Celine and I can't fly with them!! Bummer!!! I'll be back to Vegas in January and the only flight I'll fly to and from is the one and only SOUTHWEST. You will forever be apart of the memories I make on these trips!!!

  • @birdseyeproductionsllc1650

    This video is a small piece of how great SWA truly is! They care about their people and passengers which makes them the best airline ever! Hats off to a job well done.

  • @gchanger3
    @gchanger3 Před 8 lety +4

    Its July 2016 the week of the outage and the Southwest family has done a remarkable job!! Thank you for getting our son safely home.

  • @USAIRFORCE621
    @USAIRFORCE621 Před 7 lety

    For 16 years I've flown with Southwest and recently I've decided that why not make my LUV for this outstanding airline a career, though careers out of Baltimore aren't easy to come by, I won't ever give up! The stories you hear about the family of Southwest from their President and CEO to the airport family is always so heart warming, and the thing that touched me most happened when I returned to Baltimore last night, when a Captain offers to go down below and get your walker for you, I was beyond touched in addition to all the help the crew gave me so to show my LUV and appreciation I recommended a commendation on Monday for the awesome and so helpful crew, I'm so looking forward to making a lifelong career with this wonderful airline!

  • @karenlatunski2803
    @karenlatunski2803 Před 6 lety

    I have commuted on Southwest Airlines for approximately 13 years, and I can assure you that I have seen their employees displaying love and trust towards their passengers. It is true they have been given the "sacred responsibility"! Thank you!

  • @sdstang01
    @sdstang01 Před 10 lety +13

    I WANT to be Southwest Airlines!!!

    • @jonwilliams2228
      @jonwilliams2228 Před 10 lety +5

      Southwest.com/careers. Don't give up!!!

    • @sdstang01
      @sdstang01 Před 10 lety +3

      I applied last week!! Fingers crossed!!!

  • @LeeSeanHuang88
    @LeeSeanHuang88 Před 8 lety +6

    The Hanover Bear story made me cry. Thanks Southwest!

  • @UAL012
    @UAL012 Před 10 lety +1

    My family and I have flown on Southwest several times and they really do go above and beyond their call of duty. Their customer service is top notch and I really enjoy flying with them. The ONLY downside I have with them is the lack of inflight entertainment but that is minor compared to everything else.

  • @carlenegarrett4156
    @carlenegarrett4156 Před 6 lety

    My first flight on Southwest Airline in January 2018 was so amazing. Wanting to see Prairie View A&M University Marching Storm and Malik Jackson perform in the Georgia Dome was simply awesome. Excellent customer service and flight attendants help ease the mind.

  • @81quiroz
    @81quiroz Před 5 lety +1

    As I’m thinking about it I was extremely lucky to get the opportunity to work with Southwest airlines I passed the phone interview face-to-face and getting ready for my background and my fingerprints to clear my head for thinking about it I might have to pass up on opportunity because me and my family are in huge debt and I don’t think jumping from 18.99 to 12.94 will help us I know I will hate my self and get emotional but I have to take care of my family and I pray that one day I can reapply but I don’t think I can wait a year to get a raise to where I’m making enough for me and my family. And this is the hardest decision I will ever make in my life

  • @carolynhumphreys3098
    @carolynhumphreys3098 Před 4 lety +1

    I want to have a Shout Out to Jenny who got us on a earlier flight out of ABQ to Columbus, Ohio On March 24. She worked so hard to get us home. Thank You Jenny!!

  • @devinadabba4692
    @devinadabba4692 Před 2 lety

    This video is exactly the reason I want to be a part of the Southwest Family. Hope someday soon. I had tears from watching this.
    Be a good human - be kind… this is my motto.

  • @katherinejensen8878
    @katherinejensen8878 Před 7 lety

    I'm so glad I fly SWA, Good work. Good heart. I'm grateful for all you are doing.

  • @noble9140
    @noble9140 Před 6 lety +1

    Love southwest proud employee, so fortunate to be apart of this team

  • @mitchweiland9958
    @mitchweiland9958 Před 6 lety

    Southwest is by far the BEST airline in the who world. They have the best customer service. They care about there customers more than any other airline. For you guys you are fully devoted to customer service. They make everyone who has ever traveled with them feel like they are now part of the southwest family. when i was younger i did all the research projects on southwest. What sets them apart from other airlines is they make it the best experience possible. I would fully recommend southwest to ANYONE. This is a legendary airline that everyone should respect. Thank you southwest

  • @anasalazar907
    @anasalazar907 Před 6 lety +1

    I have never been on a plane and this month i will finally be able to fly and reunite with my family! I have been so nervous and so scared that i was thinking about just driving the long distance.. But this video just confirmed that everything will be ok! Thank you.

  • @nataliebrown2800
    @nataliebrown2800 Před 6 lety

    I just watched the "Purpose" Video while waiting to apply for the flight attendant position. I cried joyfully throughout the video. I have stopped crying, lol. It fills my heart with joy to be able to work where I can really apply my heart and that is part of the mission of the company. Where what comes naturally can be my reality.
    With love,
    Natalie

  • @pamwoolway7031
    @pamwoolway7031 Před 3 lety

    Wow, what an inspired collection of stories. I shed more than a tear or two. Well done Southwest. I'm so excited to work for you.

  • @tishaarmstead5773
    @tishaarmstead5773 Před 3 lety

    I ABSOLUTELY LOVE LOVE SWA!! It has always been my dream to work as a flt attendant but life took me other ways wife, motherhood and working in social work. Plussss at 54 I’m a little fluffy lol. My brother in-law was a pilot for United but was furloughed. I still used southwest instead of United because of the BEST employees. It’s my hopes that he try’s to get on with southwest. I’m excited to fly next month as my husband and I fly back to Texas for the holidays. I will be saying the safety talk under my breath while my husband laughs and rolls his eyes AHHH WELL ITS MY DREAM!! Thank you sir and allll employees of the greatest airlines!!

  • @GenteVakana
    @GenteVakana Před rokem

    My ultimate goal is to work for this amazing company! Southwest by far is my favorite airline to travel with. The staff is always super friendly and supportive.

  • @nikki19820619
    @nikki19820619 Před 6 lety

    This is exactly why I want to work for Southwest airlines. My dream finally came true ... I have an interview for a customer serivce agent on Friday. I can't not wait. I've always wanted to work for Southwest Airlines. Southwest Is not like these regular airlines. They take care of their passengers and the treat you like family. Southwest is the meaning of what true hospitality means. Hopefully I'll be apart of the SWA family soon. I can't wait until I meet the wonderful people whose going to interview me on friday.

  • @sb4759
    @sb4759 Před 5 lety +2

    I choose SW when I fly! Thank you! Be good to each other because without each of you, I could not experience a flight I can afford and feel safe!

    • @jfwfreo
      @jfwfreo Před 5 lety

      If ever I make it to the USA I would fly Southwest in preference to United, Delta or American for sure.

  • @cynthiajohnson9896
    @cynthiajohnson9896 Před 6 lety

    We fly southwest whenever possible if they fly where we’re going. I’m actually disappointed if they do not fly to our specific destination or the area within driving distance. The flights and flight crew are always the best. But I did not realize how much so until I had to fly with another airline. Southwest is truly the best!

  • @pattyrodvold3680
    @pattyrodvold3680 Před 6 lety

    I love, love THIS!! I'm passionate about connecting and helping people on a daily basis. LUV that this airline is so passionate about their people; customers AND employees!

  • @annettemoreland1115
    @annettemoreland1115 Před 2 lety

    I can't wait to be apart of this company/family!
    My motto has always been to put a smile on someone's face and in their hearts ❤!

  • @BriLea63
    @BriLea63 Před 7 lety

    When dude mentioned little rock, my heart soared. I fly for the first time on August 8 from Little Rock to Denver. At first I just googled flights, and United was the cheapest... Not going there though. Fortunately, reddit guided me to Southwest, and I spent a few dollars less for what I feel will be an infinitely better experience. Never would have thought there'd be such a difference between airlines. My expectations are nothing but positive, I'm already feeling the "luv" (though that spelling drives me mad!)

  • @breenichole5462
    @breenichole5462 Před 4 lety

    I laughed, I cried, and I smiled at the very end. SWA is family and always will be. LUV

  • @2007debster
    @2007debster Před 3 lety

    To whom it may concern.
    My name is before Beatty and I flew your airline on April 2 6:45a flight 1028 departing Phx international to Denver. As my son and I were boarding the plane there a good size gap between the airplane and the jet way. My left leg fell through the gap. I was instantly suck. The flight attendants helped me up as my knee was twisted. After I was helped up , the flight crew went on with their duties. I was not asked if I was ok nor was I asked tofill out an incident report. I proceededto my seat and Asked the flight attendant for some ice. I never got any ice, the gentleman sitting next to me was concerned and offered me Tylenol. Landed in Denver and went on my way, at this point my knee hurt but I hadn’t had a minute to see the damage.
    - [ ] Made it to my sisters house and Instantly put ice on it. I went several days taking pictures of my injuries and Seeing what would transpire . I email Southwest Airlines twice and no response. I called a number of which I was disconnected two times. The person I spoke to said put a report in when I get back to Phoenix international airport, I talked to a gentleman name Jeremiah I’m the lost baggage area and wrote a report and insured me that I would be hearing from someone from Southwest Airlines, and was not. I called. And was told to push opt 5 to get a person to take my statement. This went on for days. I saw a knee dr on. And I have a contusion under my skin in my knee. I was told to get physical therapy, I’m which I am in the process of scheduling. You will see several photos that are dated of my injuries during my trip to Colorado to take her ashes to lay.
    On. I talk to a brian in which helped me email again. Vanessa from Phoenix international airport was very friendly and said she contacted southwest with my incident and nothing came of it.
    I am the type of person that puts up with a lot of crap. I haven’t not experienced 1 person from your company that had asked me if I was ok or even an apology. I work for a major company and our motto is #1 customer service and that’s what we do. It’s respect and Sympathy with people that have had a traumatic experience. It’s call good business skills and caring.
    I am so frustrated and Appalled that a company like Southwest Airlines could be so heartless.
    - [ ]
    Debi Beatty. 5207807804

  • @denflyer832
    @denflyer832 Před 5 lety

    This is why I love SWA. The pilots and flight attendants are more like family than pilots and FA's. I want to be a pilot for them, and they are the only airline I fly.

  • @Geminijets333
    @Geminijets333 Před 10 lety +5

    Awesome ending!

  • @dararebreed
    @dararebreed Před 10 lety +14

    Geez...didn't expect to be so moved by this vid. Although surely extremely expensive...paying for a single 13 minute ad spot on network tv for this video would win who knows how many new customers. More people should see this. I wasn't even a loyal SWA customer 14 mins ago.

  • @alexhess607
    @alexhess607 Před 7 lety +1

    26 heartless people disliked this but 711 people that LUV this airline (one of them is me) liked this.

  • @trentanderson6360
    @trentanderson6360 Před 11 lety +1

    Wow!!! Pretty awesome stories!!! Great job!

  • @roccorizzo7282
    @roccorizzo7282 Před 6 lety

    I am so happy tonight, my daughter is coming home for Turkey and Me ! LOL

  • @maddoxg7327
    @maddoxg7327 Před 7 lety

    Thank you for my safe flight to Florida and back

  • @cathys1823
    @cathys1823 Před 5 lety +1

    HAPPY TURKEY DAY, TO CAPTAIN TAMMI JO SHULTS, TO HER FAMILY AND EVERYONE AT SOUTHWEST AIRLINES. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND BLESS YOU ALWAYS.

  • @fredgurney9154
    @fredgurney9154 Před 10 lety +2

    Go Southwest Airlines your the best out on the market

  • @chelseataylorcollins7823
    @chelseataylorcollins7823 Před 7 lety +1

    In the description, there's a typo in the Purpose Statement- I believe it should be "through" not "though".

  • @clintonsmith629
    @clintonsmith629 Před 5 lety +1

    Outstanding video...would greatly luv to apart of the SWA team!

  • @Lmoses224
    @Lmoses224 Před 5 lety +1

    Amazing!!

  • @AirplanePVPMC
    @AirplanePVPMC Před 10 lety

    What really makes Southwest the best.

  • @WBFbySteefen
    @WBFbySteefen Před 9 lety

    Great, absolutely excellent.

  • @nunuhulegeb
    @nunuhulegeb Před 6 lety

    Southwest is the most admired airline in the whole world.

  • @SFAPowerhouse
    @SFAPowerhouse Před 7 lety

    Friendly.....a great take on the Texas motto: "Friendship". No wonder Southwest is very well-loved and respected!

  • @houssammadnoune274
    @houssammadnoune274 Před 5 lety

    I worked with them for 3 years they were one of the best airlines that I ever worked with they were so good to me. if they call me back I won't say No

  • @ccwalker050
    @ccwalker050 Před 6 lety

    Now lets get that certification done and lets get on with non stops to Hawaii. If your going to use the 737-Max or 737-900 that will be a good ride, crowded but its a damn good plane.

  • @KevinMonroe_LivingInGratitude

    LUV this video. Perhaps the best and most moving corporate video I've ever seen. Spoiler alert - grab a Kleenex! You'll need it.

    • @BriLea63
      @BriLea63 Před 7 lety

      I did not expect to cry!!

  • @michaelfischer3634
    @michaelfischer3634 Před 10 lety +5

    When I fly its always Southwest. I luv them and that's why I fly only SWA

  • @perrysosa2003
    @perrysosa2003 Před 10 lety +1

    I LUV Southwest airlines! Any chance I get to fly, you are the first airline I check for booking. Even during hard times, you make it work.

  • @ccwalker050
    @ccwalker050 Před 6 lety +1

    Southwest is as good as any other domestic carrier here in the US. You can't compare them to other bigger airlines because its apples and oranges. Southwest is really good to me. Safety is the main thing I'm concern with which means competent pilots, friendly flight attendants and well maintained equipment. That's what's important. You want a bigger seat, fly another airline and sit in FC and pay for it. Here is St. Louis if it wasn't for SW we wouldn't have hardly anything to fly. Thank you Southwest!!

  • @MaheshPatil-zs7dq
    @MaheshPatil-zs7dq Před 3 lety

    I like it.
    Management, Services and behavior

  • @helenn.7877
    @helenn.7877 Před 8 lety

    New Orleans 👏🏻👏🏻

  • @xiomararodriguez220
    @xiomararodriguez220 Před 5 lety

    I love southwest airlines and i al ways flight from jax to sju in southwest airlines the best one

  • @cherryyong1786
    @cherryyong1786 Před 9 lety +4

    well done SWA. i cried watching this awesome and meaningful video. keep it up!

    • @BriLea63
      @BriLea63 Před 7 lety +1

      I cried!!! Did not expect that!!

  • @MarquishaHudson-ks8im
    @MarquishaHudson-ks8im Před 4 měsíci

    Wow! This is amazing. It really does feel good watching humanity at work and knowing that people still go that extra mile to exemplify Compassion and Empathy!

  • @coodaroos5683
    @coodaroos5683 Před 6 lety +2

    Honestly I love this airline they are so caring my dad is a pilot for southwest and me and my brother have had birthday party's on the plane it's kinda like are second home in a way!

  • @JuanAlvarez-en3dq
    @JuanAlvarez-en3dq Před 5 lety

    12:57 It should have the emphasis on YOU, not ARE, to drive the main point. That PEOPLE make up Southwest Airlines. Sincerely, former Voice Over Artist and Producer.
    What a great video, though! I simply loved it!

  • @undertheblade1
    @undertheblade1 Před 8 lety +6

    Southwest is god not good they are god!!!!! I wish we had an airline like this in Australia! Especially the rapping flight attendant!!!!

  • @soojinkim8401
    @soojinkim8401 Před 2 lety

    I love it. friendly, reliable and low-cost air travel.

  • @StrongLikeBullTV
    @StrongLikeBullTV Před 3 lety

    I usually only fly delta. Every time I speak to a Delta Airlines representative in the airport, they seem to be having one of the worst days of their lives. These folks seem happy.

  • @lennywoody2751
    @lennywoody2751 Před 4 lety

    I love you Southeast. You are fabulous. I 💓 u

  • @nataliematiassilva5333
    @nataliematiassilva5333 Před 6 lety +1

    I love southwest airlines!! I always go to southwest airlines!!

  • @SemipreciousGems
    @SemipreciousGems Před 5 lety

    Left passport in one pocket, urgent, not getting anywhere..Know the exact airlines and seat number.. 90 calls so far. Any help appreciated.

  • @alanrandoll4980
    @alanrandoll4980 Před 7 lety

    Thanks

  • @tomnisen3358
    @tomnisen3358 Před 7 lety +1

    Great P. R. department!
    I'd love to work with you!

  • @estherwastakentwice
    @estherwastakentwice Před 4 lety

    You guys need part of this to be an ad

  • @charlesingene7079
    @charlesingene7079 Před 6 lety

    Southwest Airlnes .. Our Purpose and Vison

  • @Ashloiam
    @Ashloiam Před 4 měsíci

    🥹🥹🥹this video is soooo touching I pray I one day get to work of SWA! I’m already a SWA girlie when I fly ✈️

  • @darleneidemoto9933
    @darleneidemoto9933 Před rokem

    ❤😂Southwest Airlines is Amazing!!!❤

  • @LOTANGA
    @LOTANGA Před 4 lety

    Southwest is the best airline tears are coming slowing down my face I'm so proud of how the employees at Southwest treat customers God bless Southwest Airlines

  • @betsicastro
    @betsicastro Před 11 lety +1

    So proud to be a part of this great family

  • @bluestreak168
    @bluestreak168 Před 4 lety

    Alright I'm crying anyone else?

  • @unicornslimes3637
    @unicornslimes3637 Před 6 lety

    I'm 9 and I'm a little scared to go on this same plane

  • @sibergod1772
    @sibergod1772 Před 6 lety

    When are yah going to build a a380

  • @stephenmakle6588
    @stephenmakle6588 Před 9 lety +4

    I like swa

  • @rayleekarraker6471
    @rayleekarraker6471 Před 7 měsíci

    ❤ I Love This ❤

  • @itsPhD
    @itsPhD Před 6 lety +1

    Night and day from United

  • @Legitpafishing6
    @Legitpafishing6 Před 2 lety

    Southwest your amazing

  • @charlesingene7079
    @charlesingene7079 Před 6 lety

    Puilshed On Dec 19, 2013

  • @notarymasters7345
    @notarymasters7345 Před 2 lety

    at the Nashville Tennessee BNA terminal customer service needs extreme training.

  • @beccal1628
    @beccal1628 Před 5 lety +1

    IM CRYING

  • @sharpie2425
    @sharpie2425 Před 7 lety

    god dammit ima cry now D:

  • @donsperrazza2151
    @donsperrazza2151 Před 9 lety +1

    Southwest is my favorite lo cost carrier yes i even like them better than jet-blue because the service is very good and the prices people are really put first on this airline. And they are very efficient more so the other airlines almost never ever late while Jet blue has terrible on time percentage.

  • @kieranjohnson2795
    @kieranjohnson2795 Před 2 lety

    Southwest Airlines is the best company to connect people with important to them I'm going to put in my job application for them I want to be hired I believe I can do good things for this company and show was special

  • @agl7109
    @agl7109 Před 6 lety

    you got the job?

  • @edythmagdalen5037
    @edythmagdalen5037 Před 2 lety

    However you choose to design your trellis

  • @teishagonzalez1545
    @teishagonzalez1545 Před 3 lety

    I just got offer as ops agent in ohau

  • @robertodonati2622
    @robertodonati2622 Před 8 lety

    I want to the price Of a tiket from losangeles to hoshokosc gong an Bao the 25 jiune