Employee Accidentally Says “I Love You” to Client Before Hanging Up – Client’s Response Sets the Internet on Fire
In a story that’s warming hearts across the internet, an employee’s accidental “I love you” at the end of a client call led to a surprisingly touching exchange—and a viral Reddit moment.
The mix-up, shared on the popular subreddit MadeMeSmile, occurred when the employee, likely on autopilot after a day of video calls, blurted out the loving phrase before hanging up. Instead of reacting with awkwardness or annoyance, the client responded with unexpected kindness.
In a follow-up email, the client acknowledged the slip with grace and empathy:
“It speaks volumes that you can say those words so instinctively, without hesitation. I am glad you have enough love in your life that that response comes naturally. If anything, you should be proud of that.”
The thoughtful response struck a chord not only with the employee but also with Reddit users around the world. The post quickly garnered over 250,000 likes and thousands of comments, with many praising the client’s emotional intelligence and perspective.
One top comment read, “This was beautifully said. And he’s right. For many people, like me, saying ‘I love you’ doesn’t come naturally. All of us should be so fortunate.” Another added, “That client has the kind of empathy we all need more of.”
Accidentally said “Love you!” at the end of a call with an important client yesterday. I heard him giggle as I hung up, and I was mortified. Today, I saw he emailed me this:
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Redditors soon flooded the thread with their own stories of affectionate slipups—especially while working from home, where the lines between personal and professional can easily blur.
“Happens more when your wife, partner, or kids are floating around the house,” one user noted. “99% of people find it funny or endearing—and many admit they’ve done it too.”
One commenter hilariously shared, “I had a coworker say ‘love you’ right before we hung up. There was an awkward silence—neither of us hung up right away—then he added, ‘Don’t tell my wife!’ We both laughed so hard before finally disconnecting.”
What started as an embarrassing moment turned into a celebration of authenticity, love, and kindness in the workplace. In a world often defined by haste and formality, this tiny slip served as a powerful reminder: genuine emotion, even when misplaced, can create human moments that matter most.
