I saw you on FOX this morning. I am a Go-Daddy customer, never knew who you were. Now I do. Went to your site and I enjoyed your 16 rules. Thank you for your help. i needed to get my mo-joe back!
Rocco Mesiti Rocco Mesiti on Jan 14 2009, 07:23am Reply
I would like GoDaddy to enable us users to brand their e-mail with a logo! Please make this happen. You know how godaddy resellers don't have the godaddy logo on the top left of the email sign in. I would like to put our own logo there Joe Kennedy (http://in progress) on Aug 27 2008, 10:01am Reply
Bob,
As an entrepreneur myself, I can't believe the struggles we encounter, but the faith and vision keeps us going. Your blog inspired me just when I was ready to give up on BusinessMovies.biz, but now I see what I have to do and will keep pushing ahead.
Much appreciated on being able to relate to you and the light at the end of the tunnel.
Best,
Charlie Lee
Founder & CEO
BusinessMovies.biz Charlie Lee (http://www.businessmovies.biz) on Jun 18 2008, 07:06pm Reply
Bob, thanks for your great 16 Rules. I have saved them to my hard drive and will keep them in mind in my personal life and business life. As a realtor in San Francisco, I always use a Go Daddy web site for my listings, thats how I fouind about you. I also own a couple of properties in Phoenix and Scottsdale and often read the Bus Journal often that got your rules going. I am glad to know a little more about you and your background. Thanks again for sharing your Rules. I'll be thinking about them this year.
Best, Peter Chovanes Peter Chovanes (http://www.peterchovanes.com) on Mar 6 2008, 11:55pm Reply
Hi Bob, Love your 16 Rules. From one BP to another. Stay the course and never look back. Bob Parsons Jr. on Dec 19 2007, 11:14am Reply
Thank you very much! u just inspired the world... let's make the world as the best place to be...! Azizi on Sep 6 2007, 02:48am Reply
Ok Bob, you said you logged 3000 miles on the bike. All we want to know is—-since you are not a married man anymore—-did you log any miles with those girls in the banner add)?——LOL J Michael on Aug 18 2007, 05:42pm Reply
Undeniable it is, that luck or components of circumstances about us will change, sometimes in support of our desires and goals and sometimes contra to them ... but I am firmly convinced that how we respond to the changing circumstances is everything ... what unfolds is all about attitude ... for our attitudes determine what we choose to learn or develop skills at, what we think about, how we think, in essence, the one trait I look for in a team member, investor, partners, contractor, friend, mate or ... well ... anyone I involve with is attitude.
I have even become convinced that it is attitude that makes one choose to develop values and character, not the other way around.
So while finding luck is nice, finding folks with the right attitudes is the golden key to joy, love, success ... starting with our own attitudes ...
Bob ... thanks also for reminding folks to have fun ... NOT having fun is the primary destroyer of good positive attitudes ... so fun in life is more essential than food, or at least as much so ...
Bon Apetite .... gobble up some more life Bob, you are already an inspiration to many, a hero to some, and a damn good example of an American to all ...
Besides that, I suspect you are fun too ...
Be well, kick butt, have fun, and do good unto all (where possible)
thanks David W Rahfeldt on Feb 5 2007, 04:27pm Reply
Bob: Love your rules - sent the link to this page to many friends!
Where can I find the Clint Eastwood list of 10 you refer to? Haven't found them after several internet searches.
Thanks!
JC John Caddy on Aug 31 2006, 11:13am Reply
I was reading the 16 rules to my 4 year old. Quietly pondering at the end, he said, "He should have, 'Don't eat dirt' on his list...cause THAT'S a good rule."
I have to agree. Terry on Apr 26 2006, 04:52am Reply
Hi Bob!
I am a neighbor of your Gilbert facility. I am SO glad you opened a building down here! I really thought it was great that you decided to grow your business here rather than use off shore people (as was reported in the Business Journal, Jan. 28, 2005.)
I am in video and TV production and engineering, but have radio and audio in my background. I submitted a resume for the radio engineer job, but have not heard anything back. I can't seem to find a number for HR to see if that position is still open?
In speaking with employees on the phone, they all say its a real good place to work with GREAT benefits. Benefits are very expensive for a company and I think it says a lot about corporate thinking when a company pays for good benefits! Thats a company I want to be part of.
Martin Maxwell
Chandler Martin Maxwell on Apr 6 2006, 07:01pm Reply
Dear Martin,
The radio engineer position has been filled. For jobs you can to our website and click on the "jobs" link at the bottom of the home page. Sorry this one didn't work out for you.
Hi Bob,
I got a call last night from my father-in-law (who is Kent Dana's cousin) to watch the interview. I thought it was interesting and decided to look up your 16 rules which brought me here. I am currently studying Napoleon Hill's laws of success books and found some of your 16 rules in his work. My question is, have you studied any of Napoleon Hill's work and what do you think it.
Thanks.
Paul Paul McCormack on Apr 4 2006, 09:01am Reply
wow what a Great guy susan on Jan 16 2006, 12:14am Reply
Dear Bob,
Thank you for your rules, they are really helpful. I get back to them every time I'm in trouble, and as a result I always come up with an appropriate solution. Thanks again & good luck!
Best wishes,
Antony Antony on Jan 12 2006, 05:20am Reply
Bob,
Your website keeps me coming back for inspiration....
That said I wanted to suggest you nix the scrolling banner for your Radio show... While it does catch the eye, it makes it impossible to concentrate on your articles... I have to cut and past it into notepad just to read them.
cheers
E.H. E.H. (http://none) on Nov 13 2005, 10:06pm Reply
i like to thank you for your 16 rules. life has been very hard for me lately and ur rules have given me that extra bit of encouragement to have fun and find a smile in my self. aimee on Oct 16 2005, 03:18am Reply
I read all the comments and they are all excellent. i appreciate . Hozefa Tijoriwala (http://www.supportinghost.com) on Aug 16 2005, 12:58am Reply
Hey Bob,
I'm a huge football fan. I hate half-time shows, because its all pop music and nonsense and it never gets you pumped up for the game. But the commercials are what keep me and my friends from walking out of the room. We all like to be amused, but I can understand why the NFL is trying to keep football football, a sport with class and not making it a Sunday soap opera. It's not only the commercials and half time shows that are effecting its image but also the actions of the athletes (Terrell Owens). So the NFL is putting it's foot down and trying to clean up its act and you just happened to advertise at the wrong time.
P.S. Football is a family event and not for just adults, but lately its has given off that vibe. Reason why things are a changing in half-time commercials. Dave Sharp on Jul 29 2005, 04:42am Reply
Dear Dave,
If you think the NFL is doing the "cleanup" because they want to be a white knight, I suggest you think again. Keep in mind they were OK with the Terrell Owens/Desperate Housewives skit. It's the pressure on them from Congress, the FCC and other organizations like the computer complaint generation mill known as the Parents Television Council (which generates over 98% of all indecency complaints — they all pretty much contain the same computer generated language).
Football was never intended to be a sport with "class" no more so than Professional Bull Riding is intended to be. I want you to know that saying this my favorite sports are Boxing, Football and Bull Riding. I also enjoy watching cage fighting. These are all entertaining and to a certain degree (some more than others) extreme sports. I hope they never change in this regard. When someone mentions a sport with class I tend to think of Jousting or maybe Dressage. Football just isn't in that category.
Silly question, is there no room or rule to have faith in God, and not speaking of a light bulb either. Tom McLaughlin (http://www.tomax7.com) on Jul 21 2005, 11:48pm Reply
Bob, I just wanted to say God Bless You. I am a 54 year old woman who has found that in this stage of life, I have lost everything. My mom was reborn to heaven in January this year, my nephew had just passed at 36 in December. One day after my mom's memorial I was laid off. I have been off work since and can not seem to break through the new way of job searching, which lead me to GODADDY. your words have given me a breath of fresh air, to be strong and look at the facts of where I am. I was ready to give up, but not now. I am about to succeed!! with I am alive and it can happen. Thanks Marta Cossey (http://galfridayoncall) on Jul 3 2005, 10:51am Reply
Dear Marta,
Hang in there. Refuse to let the system beat you. If you focus on starting a new life, and think only of that — it will happen.
The 16 Rules are awesome. And they came at the right time. I'm pulling them out every day, like a French-English dictionary. Merci pour les lecons! Laura on Jun 29 2005, 06:43pm Reply
Most merchants are smart enough to keep their moufs shut (but their purses open) when it comes to politics. Bob Parsons is a typical socially retarded nerd who thinks his minor successes in some trivial mind-numbing specialty grant him moral authority, even superiority. Andy Kong on Jun 27 2005, 03:54pm Reply
Dear Bob,
I printed off a copy of your 16 rules.
Tonight, our 17 year old son will be visiting. He chose to drop out of high school and is living alone in a small apartment. As you can imagine, life on his own has become a struggle he had not anticipated, and he has finally come to us for advice. Your post was just in time. We intend to start off the evening by reading it aloud to him. We hope a family discussion point by point will follow. Thanks, Bob. It is a marvelous piece and I hope he listens. Stephen Tyler on Jun 27 2005, 08:59am Reply
This is something I have carried in my wallets for many years, every now and then I get it out and read it. It was edited from Charles Swindoll:
ATTITUDE
Attitude is more important than facts. It is more important than the past, than education, than successes, than what other people think or say or do. It is more important than appearance, talent or skill levels. It can make or break a company, home, team, church or Army. The remarkable thing is we have a choice every day regarding the attitude we will
embrace or apply to what the day brings us. We cannot change our past. We cannot change the inevitable. The only thing we can rely on the one thing we have, that is our attitude. I am convinced that life is about 10% what happens to me and about 90% how I react to it.
In my case I seem to find humor will help me in my attitude adjustment and it can turn around a customer, friend or strangers attitude more times than not.
Thank you so much for your transparency in sharing your life and heart! I am very impressed! You seem to have thought much about your past and processed through all the many aspects of that and have very wisely grown out of it when most would have quit.
I too have been through similar experiences but not on the level that you have been. I really liked your 16 rules that you included.
I really connected with the truth that was in most of them, but my list would include a slightly different list of rules...
What really stood out to me is the fact of confidence that you walk in. What also really stood out to me is your confidence in being prepared for what comes along your journey in life. Even if it's unexpected you seem to have a rule for that as well and take it and learn from it.
You appear to be a very deep thinking and visionary in what you do. My heart broke for you today as I read this list. I don't really know how to say it where you will not draw pre conceived conclusions but I will try anyway. Please understand my heart... I really felt led to encourage you in what I am about to say.
Bob - as you look to your future no matter how long that you are here on the earth, God has created you and has gifted you and placed you in a place of authority of those in your sphere. You are a shaker and a visionary. A man that is not afraid to be open and honest. That is why I am sharing this...
I have a question that I am sure that a man of you depth has thought about many times over the years...
Q. "What about when this life is all over?"
I know we all live in a "Christian Nation" and we are very blessed to live in America. But the wording "Christian Nation" means too many things to too many people.
We sometimes think that going to church or living a good life is where the answers are and that when we stand before God that all these things will be enough to be received into His presence.
Someday each of us will leave this physical life - Hebrews 9:27 says "And as it is appointed for men to die once, but after this the judgment"
It all boils down to none of that, even though they are good things. God tells us in His Word that a relationship with Jesus is what He has provided for us.
What has happened is that each of us compared to God has fallen short and that is because we have sinned. Romans 3:23 says "for all have sinned and fallen short of God's Glory"
God loves you and me and has given us a way back to Him and that is because Jesus died for us... Just accepting this free gift that God has given us is our only way.
Jesus said in John 14:6 "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.
Bob in your rule # 14 you said - Solve your own problems.
and in rule # 9 Measure everything of significance
God has a plan for your life!
Blessings on all you do!
Tim Sawtelle Tim Sawtelle on Jun 25 2005, 09:16am Reply
Dear Tim,
Interesting set of questions. Here's what I think.
1. I'm not sure what happens when life is over. I'm fairly sure I can't change that, and that whatever is going to happen is going to happen — so I don't worry about it.
2. I believe that God allows for free will. While he may or may not have a specific plan for our lives, our the decisions we make resulting from our free will determine how it will go. I realize that their may be biblical quotes that take exception to this —- but that's how I feel.
Beyond that, since this is a religious item, I don't want to discuss it further. I do appreciate your post, but let's make this the last word on this Blog with regard to this item.
I really like some of the "Quotes" used in this post... I'll have to write them down.
The gas station situation makes me think how sad it is how people can hurt the lives and dreams of an individual and how it can effect themselves and others. For example, a person who is missing due to a crime scene could have been the next person to help discover a cure for an illness. Sounds Crazy, but it could be.
#17 Discover your talents and use them joking... I tell people all the time that they have Talents, some people don't seem to realize that and never put it to use. It's sad, especially when it can help others and it's never used....
If I had to ask a question:
When you say Intuit? Do you mean the people who do Quicken? Also, what happen to Parsons Technology (example; QV software)? Ed on Jun 24 2005, 04:35pm Reply
Dear Ed,
It was the Intuit who did then and now does Quicken.
Parsons Technology is now a shadow of what it once was. The QV product was subsequently sold to someone who I think has not done much with it.
What I sold PT it had about 1,000 employees. Not I think there are less then 20.
I took what was a part-time, home-based business, Radiant Marketing Group, full-time last November. I started with just the little I had in my 401K, which I cashed in. (Not a smart move, but necessary.) Early on, I had to borrow a modest sum to pay expenses, but since then have bootstrapped this thing into a profitable business.
I'm finally doing what I love and my intention is to continue building it as far as I have the talent and courage to take it. Several times, I've been pushed out of my comfort zone, but learned that's necessary for growth to occur.
I didn't know you were the Parson's guy. I've purchased several of your products over the years, mostly the Bible-related ones, during the pre-Intuit days.
Your post is an inspiration to me and I'm printing it out to keep for future reference, particularly during those times when the going gets tough.
One question...when are you going to turn this into a book? It deserves a place on the shelf right next to "Winning", "Seven Habits...", and other leadership-oriented volumes.
Thanks for sharing this with us. Hearing your story motivated me so much, I'm going to make GoDaddy my sole supplier for domain names!
Try self publishing with Cafe Press [cafepress.com] Jim G (http://none) on Jun 29 2005, 04:35am Reply
Your rule about not giving up almost made me cry. Your successes have been awesome and I would get quite a kick out of seeing your book on the shelf next to my hubby's book Confessions of a Butcher(Eat Steak on a Hamburger Budget and Save$$$). Vickie Smith (http://arkessentials.com) on Jun 23 2005, 03:33pm Reply
I would like to just say "wow." That and thanks. Not many people are as willing to part with valuable advice like these 16 rules and, for someone like myself - who is starting out on a long overdue venture - they are indispensable and inspirational, to say the least.
Not wanting to sound like a "brown-noser," but both Go Daddy and its founder are helping me on my way to becoming the success that I know I will be.
I would like to take the liberty to suggest one more rule to Bob - not that I really have the right to, or his business know-how. It's just something that I think is quite valid in the light of the inspirational words that he wrote. And that rule would be:
It's never too late. Not to start, not to improve and not to fix.
Dear Bob,
Until recently I am your faithful customer (bought and manage 28 domains in your website)and big fan of godaddy services since the last 4 years. After reading your blog concerning the 16 rules of life I started to understand from where the great service and creativity of godaddy originated from. Thanks for being there for us and thanks for sharing your thought. I saved the article and planned to distribute it to my family in europe, egypt, and as well as Indonesia. I wish you more success in all of your live endeveour. Salut! Patricia on Jun 24 2005, 04:44am Reply
Bob,
I like your 16 rules to live by. Perfect.
I would suggest renaming the punch line of rule 4 as below, yours seems too long.
As many others have already said, this was a very inspiring post you've made. However, I think looking into the future of your business is equally important as looking at the present so you can put your temporary goals in perspective with more large improvements to your business. Evan Kase (http://www.jticomm.com) on Jun 22 2005, 03:00pm Reply
Hi Bob,
Thanks for your amazing entry. Your rules are not only interesting, they're down right encouraging.
I think a lot of us reading this are of the younger set (18-30), and we definitely appreciate your 20/20 hindsight to guide our foresight.
I always wonder about individuals such as yourself, who have succeeded and succeeded big in the world.
When you read biographies, the individual always seems to have this grand destiny that was hinted to throughout their life, as if they knew beforehand everything that lay before them, and that the rollercoaster of doubt was a ride they never experienced.
I guess I wonder if that is necessarily true, or if constant self examination and questioning can help engender greatness.
Alexander the Great conquered the world by my age, and Im beginning to feel a bit behind
Did you ever struggle with anything like that?
Anyways, great stuff, and I look forward to reading more Nate Cavanaugh (http://www.alterform.com) on Jun 21 2005, 07:40pm Reply
Dear Nate,
Actually the jury is still out as to what I've accomplished or will accomplish during my life. I always think there's plenty of time to do whatever you want. I remind myself that Mitchner did not start writing until he was 50.
As far as a grand destiny is concerned I can't say that I've always or ever felt that way. For me it's always been pretty much one day at a time, and dreaming about what I'd like to do.
I try not to look to far into the future. Life the Buddha said, it's impenatrable.
I wish I were there to experience your presentation of these rules first hand. I share a common belief and find comfort in many of your rules as I make another attempt at the bar exam; something standing between me fulfilling my dream. I especially liked "[t]he temptation to quit will be greatest just before you are about to succeed."
Bob, I loved your rules the first time and even more today. As of yesterday, my husband and I accomplished our 5 year goal of moving into an RV to live tul-time. We run an international web design business from a completely mobile office. Of course, when we first thought of working only on the internet, selling our house and begin professional housesitters until we could buy the RV, and living full-time in an RV while we travelled, lots of people told us it couldn't be done, we didn't have enough money, and "what will you do if ... (whatever their fear was)" but we soldiered on, following a lot of your rules ... and we are happier than we ever could have been, staying inside the box. Thanks for encouraging others to live larger than they are. Denise Peters (http://www.housesitter.ca, http://www.officeswithoutwalls.ca) on Jun 22 2005, 02:34pm Reply
Simply amazing; you are an awesome force in the world of IT, and I hope you continue to succeed in everything you do. Sean Masters (http://nextbigtech.blogspot.com) on Jun 7 2005, 08:45am Reply
Do you understand the reason for government? to protect us from foreign and domestic threats. After 911, most of us
understood the need for govermental oversite. The patriot act was and is necessary. protection from agressors trumps
individual rights.. if you are not doing anything wrong what do you fear? the ACLU defends child molesters, anti american zealots. I am so glad you geniuses are not running the country. free speech and all will mean nothing after we have been destroyed by the enemy . wake up!!!!!! tricia on Mar 31 2005, 04:08pm Reply
Dear tricia,
Actually if free speech and privacy rights are ever eliminated, being an American will mean nothing.
Once again the whole point of our argument is that by removing privacy from .US domain names, only law abiding Americans are really being inconvenienced. Surely you can see that after reading the various articles I've posted. That being the case, it makes zero sense to eliminate the privacy. All it does is make being an American a little less special —- and that's something that none of us want.
You emailed me information regarding the future of .US web sites, of which I have.
Please explain what is ment "...forced to forfeit your privacy...." :
"The effect of this decision is to disallow new private domain name registrations on .US domain names. In addition, if you already own a private .US domain name registration, you will be forced to forfeit your privacy no later than January 26, 2006."
That means that if you have a private registration come Jan 2006, you will have to decide between either publishing your personal information or abandoning the domain name.
Bob - Do we need to protect our nation or Bob's ego? I think our nation comes first and this is why.
I agree with privacy; however we Americans have grown to NOT appreciate what our country has to offers us. Our nation's security is under threat by other nations because we have become lax and take it for granted all the good things we have in the US. Issues like .US domains means those people who mange those domains should be proud to represent our country (.US) without having to hide. If you can not reveal who you are under (.US) then how do you know you are dealing with a true American vs. a terrorist? (.US) represents our beautiful nation and all the freedom you have to walk around this country freely. Try spending time in India or any other third world country for a month or two and upon your return to US you will kiss the ground and thank the maker for being an American. I've gone to those counties on several different occasions myself and am so glad to return to my home land and free America.
So why do you have to hide who you are our in our nation? If anything they should also ensure that you live in the US in order to get a .US domain. Today you can get any .US domain by just clicking I Agree. Establishing a domain name is establishing a business. Think about it, when you open a business in the US do hide who you are as a business owner? I don't think so, especially when Bob just emailed his entire customer list and signed his name so proudly at the bottom of the email.
So you see this as a choice between protecting our nation, or protecting my ego? Wow! A quick glimpse of the comments posted here will pretty much tell you that I've got no ego invested in the issue here. If I did have an ego invested I wouldn't step up and take the verbal beatings I take. What I do have invested is genuine concern.
There's one other issue. I like most Americans absolutely and without a doubt love our country. No other place in the world compares to the good ole USA. The reason the USA is so special is because of the freedom of the press, and all the rights and liberties we have as Americans. One of these rights is privacy with accountability. All I want to do is to help keep our great country great.
PLease go to americancitizenparty.org. I was working on what seems to reasonably be the antidote for a crippled, corrupted, self enriching morally flawed political establishment. The taking away of .us, or at least all privacy is symptomatic of the tone and and mode of operation of our government today. Ironically, never in history has the government, itself, been more secretive about its own activities. Entropy has been at work, we now have the Depublican, Remocrat" shared monopoly. Not much goes on that is not for a special interest, or the enhancement of federal power over individuals. I have not polished the site "AmericanCitizenParty.org yet, but the idea is there. Please review. We need to return the public service sector to those who are idealistic and want to serve the public, and make changes that enhance individual rights. Jeffrey Hellman (http://see: americancitizenparty.org or for music, jeffhellman.us) on Mar 30 2005, 07:33pm Reply
Bob Parsons,
Just received your E-mail entitled Federal Agency Nixes Your Right to Privacy.
You mentioned that the right to privacy is guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution. However not where that right is guaranteed. I would assume that it is found in Amendment 4 where people are to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures. The government has without hearings (due process) violated our right to privacy and further has not issued a proper warrant to seize new private domain registration. To do so it would have to state the reason for the seizure and would have to notify all holders of private domains.
To force anyone to make a choice between allowing his personal information to become available to anyone who wants to see it or seizing his domain name is to hold intellectual property hostage for the purpose of coercing acquiescence in releasing personal private information.
In short these Federal Pirates are after information on every one of us. Big Brother want you to give up all rights to your private information. Big Brother probably will sell your personal information to the highest bidder!
I still have my Social Security card. It is an early one and on it there is a notation: Not for purposes of Identification.
Do you know why that was placed upon the card? Among early opponents of Social Security numbers were those of religious conviction who thought that the numbers were the Mark of the Beast found in Revelation 14:9-11 To appease these people politicians assured us that no use would have to be made of your Social Security number except when you had to contact or deal with Social Security regarding your own personal account. So what is the SSN used for today? You cannot get an account at a bank or do any kind of financial business or deal with any government agency without your SSN. This unique number along with your name is being entered into Federal Information Files. Your personal information from the Internet will make a nice addition to these files. Big Brother has to very very carefully keep you under observation. Why? Not because you are a lawbreaker, but because Big Brother is a lawbreaker. BB wants no activity that will put a curb on his racket. Proof that BB is a lawbreaker is that he has just, once again, violated the Supreme Law of the Land. And that is the United States Constitution.
Sincerely,
Loyd G. Black Loyd G. Black on Mar 30 2005, 01:58pm Reply
Dear Loyd,
The word privacy does not appear in the constitution anywhere. The constitution is a document about what the government can do, not about what people can do. So, logically, it never says something like "people have a right to privacy." The right to privacy has been interpreted to belong to people as a result of what the consitutiton does not allow the governement to do. Specifically, the right to privacy has evolved to protect the freedom of people to chose whether or not to perform certain acts or subject themselves to certain experiences, and keeps the government out of those decisions. This personal autonomy has grown into a "liberty" protected by the due process clause of the 14th amendment.
Further extensions of the right to privacy have been attempted under the 1st, 4th and 5th amendments. The right of privacy has developed along with a statutory right of privacy which limits access to personal information. The FTC enforces this statutory right of privacy, and the existence of privacy policies demonstrate the FTC's work in this area.
What's the big deal? We're talking about publishing in the public domain here.
Let's face reality here. People 'privately' registering domains are doing so so that they can say or do whatever they want while hiding under a cloak of secrecy so there is no repercussion for their actions.
In the rare case that the US government needs access to domain information to either protect it's citizens or enforce it's laws they should have the tools necessary.
I've never picked up a magazine or newspaper and not seen a masthead. As far as I'm concerned, ICANN (chartered in the US and operating under US law) should require all TLD registration information to be public.
The US Department of Commerce's decision to require .US domains to be registered publicly does not infringe on the right to privacy as the US courts have narrowly determined exactly what 'privacy' is. Your e-mail blast infers rights not guaranteed under the constitution. (See: http://www.law.cornell.edu/topics/privacy.html)
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Here's an expectation of privacy. If you don't want your name publicly disclosed, don't publish over the Internet or anywhere else for that matter.
Randall Lichner
Vegas Sentinel Newspaper
www.vegassentinel.com Randall Lichner (http://www.rsjintermedia.com) on Mar 31 2005, 10:45am Reply
"People 'privately' registering domains are doing so so that they can say or do whatever they want while hiding under a cloak of secrecy so there is no repercussion for their actions."
As one who has privately registered domains, I have to disagree with you. I privately register my domains so that my personal information, name, address, telephone number, etc. are not easily accessible through the public Whois. I'm a single mother with 3 young children and I do whatever I can to protect myself and my family. I have an unlisted phone number, anonymous email, why not private domain registrations?
Besides, if I were to do something untoward with any of my web sites its not like I can't be found. The email address associated with my domains is forwarded to my real email address and the registrar (Go Daddy via Domains by Proxy) knows how to contact me if that should ever be needed.
I don't hide under a cloak of secrecy. Those that need to have personal information about me have it. Anonymous on Jun 23 2005, 08:00am Reply
>>and I do whatever I can to protect myself and my family
I do, too. Even back in 1997 when the web was populated by a smaller, more trustworthy population an infatuated newcomer to America hunted down my phone number and boldly started calling the house. Had I been single, I would have been terrified. As it was I was merely horrified and took steps to get every bit of personal information about myself off the web. I was DELIGHTED to see I could get privacy protection on my domain names.
I know that many use privacy to hide their illegal activities - like the maker of the Xupiter toolbar in California who disguised himself as living in Asia somewhere. But... women NEED it.
I'm sorry, but—other than what activist judges have read into the Constitution—there is no right to privacy assured by the Constitution.
Certainly, there are elements of privacy involved with probable cause and such concepts, but the idea that citizens aren't to know anything about other citizens is pretty ridiculous.
I realize that won't be a popular comment, but we have become a nation of inwardly focused individual xenophobes and it's getting to be too much.
Tell me...does this action affect your pocketbook in some fashion? Is it going to cost you money when there is no longer a privacy feature you can sell?
We really do need to get away from this world in which everything under the sun needs to be legislated.
We're going to be here with or without the earnings associated with private registrations. Do we make money on the product? You bet. However we make money on everything we sell. That's OK and necessary in order to do anything right.
I disagree regarding the right to privacy implied by the Constitution and subsequent amedments.
Right to Privacy - FYI: The right to privacy is not guaranteed in the US Constitution. The only constitution within the US that I am aware of which guarantees the right to privacy is the California Constitution, and it would be overruled by the US Constitution. Whether the right to privacy should be in there is a different issue, but it is not currently there.
-S Stephen R. Melvin on Mar 30 2005, 10:19am Reply
Dear Stephen,
The word privacy does not appear in the constitution anywhere. The constitution is a document about what the government can do, not about what people can do. So, logically, it never says something like "people have a right to privacy." The right to privacy has been interpreted to belong to people as a result of what the consitutiton does not allow the governement to do. Specifically, the right to privacy has evolved to protect the freedom of people to chose whether or not to perform certain acts or subject themselves to certain experiences, and keeps the government out of those decisions. This personal autonomy has grown into a "liberty" protected by the due process clause of the 14th amendment.
Further extensions of the right to privacy have been attempted under the 1st, 4th and 5th amendments. The right of privacy has developed along with a statutory right of privacy which limits access to personal information. The FTC enforces this statutory right of privacy, and the existence of privacy policies demonstrate the FTC's work in this area.
You make some gigantic leaps of logic, which when examined are flawed.
Of course youhave a right to privacy. Just stay private.
When you hold yourself up the world using the most powerful communication tool ever developed, your no longer hidden in your private room.
Of course, those that don't want anyone to know who they are hide behind their "Right to Privacy" as well as other shields they claim protect them but not others from their attacks.
Privacy is, as I said, your right to remain hidden in your private space. The Government can not enter your little room without cause.
It's your choice to expose yourself or not. When you make that choice you are open to inspection.
The rest of us have both a need and a right to know who is spouting off so we can make informed judgements.
I am an attorney admitted to the US. District Court for the 1st District (Boston). I would be interrested in discussing a lawsuit with you. If interested in talking, please advise.
Bob Zeida Robert Zeida (http://zeida.us (not yet active)) on Mar 30 2005, 07:32am Reply
I said on the petition and I'll say it here. This is just one more of the indications that we're headed toward a fascist state. I'm outraged that citizens of the U.S. can't identify their own country of origin as other web users from other free countries can. This administration has limited our civil liberties on an awesome scale ever since 9/11, and one gets the feeling that 9/11 was just an excuse. Judith Clausen on Mar 30 2005, 04:43pm Reply
I frankly was amazed that private registration was ever allowed and do not favor its re-instatement. Domain registration, like a business registration, is public information and should remain such. If the accuracy of the information used in registration is the issue there are several tools such as address verification and bank account verification that could be used to insure the accuracy of the information provided by a registrant. I think the logic used - If I can hide my information I will be more honest - is totally counter intuitive. A simple solution would be to only allow registration using the address provided for payment. A credit card payment will not process if the address does not match the account. It should be a simple matter to require the registrant to use that same address for their registration.
While the cases you mention make a strong point for personal privacy, the information available on these individuals through whois is no more than that available on any business registration, which is also public. Domain registration is not the same case as a telephone number or drivers license. It much more closely parallels a radio station or broadcasting license. I personally feel that the public's right to know who owns a domain outweighs the individual's right to anonymity in what is essentially a public place.
In fact you required a certain level of information about me before you would let me post this.
That said, I totally aggress that the process used by NTIA to make this decision was wrong.
I do appreciate your point of view though, it made me think.
I understand your wish to raise the privacy issue and I support goals - however as you point out in your own communication this applies to Americans and the .US domain. Perhaps you could d in future consider that not all of your registrations are American or based in America and would do us the courtesy of not propagating what is in effect SPAM mail - something which I would hope you would also decry.
This could be avoided by only sending such information either:-
Only in your standard newsletter.
or
Only to domain owners already in the .US domain and/or to registrations that have a US postal address.
Yours Hopefully
Colin Grimwade
PS: Apart from this lapse your service has been great so far.
Appreciate the point you make and your kind words as well.
Actually the issue affects you just like it does Americans, as you are purchasing your domains here. As you point out, because you are a foreign national, you don't have much recourse when it comes to writing Congress. However, you should be aware of this as it certainly affects you.
I guess I am out of the loop on this one. What about the other .com, .net, etc. Are they private now and will they stay private?
I don't understand about the .us business. How do you know if only Americans are getting the .us addresses? Can't anyone get one? If only American citizens are getting these addresses, why can anyone living here without citizenship get one and should they be able to?
David Hart (http://none) on Mar 29 2005, 01:14pm Reply
Dear David,
This must be the 15th time this same post was made to the Blog. But, being the guy I am I'll let it slide once again. While I generally respect Snopes, the logic they used to discredit the "kill the bunny" site doesn't seem valid —- in fact it seems as questionable as the site they are attempting to discredit.
That said, is the SaveToby.com site real? Who knows. I certainly don't. Only thing I'm sure of is that it's not illegal.
After having read your rules... I must ssay i can relate heavily to them. I appreciate your willingness to allow your rules to be reprinted with recognition, which I will be doing. Loved the commercials as well.. Keep Doing it, and you Go Daddy... Rockyoyster (http://rockyoystersbed.com(soon to be)) on Mar 19 2005, 05:23pm Reply
Bob- you are right on track with the 16 rules for survival. I'd like to add that survival is not enough. One of my mentors Seth Godin wrote a book on this topic and it adapts well into your rules but stresses the fact that an organism and businesses must evolve and do more than just survive to truly grow. We must adapt, we must "risk" changing into greater things than we are now.
GoDaddy.com does this well. I sat in a room on SuperBowl Sunday and watched you get on the map. I'd been a GoDaddy.com customer for years but the other 20 people in the room just found out about you guys. It was well done. Can't wait to see what's next.
Great post. I have added your "blog" to my internet read file. TC Grant (http://www.tgonline.com) on Mar 2 2005, 04:41pm Reply
It just goes to show! Thanks for the 16 points Bob, along with the rest of the blog.
Once I heard of GoDaddy I haven't used anyone else for those services. And, (showing my age), I bought a few of those Parsons Technology program diskettes, back in the day, and LOVED the products.
So, it just goes to show, a winner by any other name, is still a winner! Thanks for GoDaddy AND for Parsons Technology. Prime Real Estate (http://www.primepropertysolutions.com) on Mar 1 2005, 11:01am Reply
it sounds like you have a lot of people rooting for you.
I wish your rules were true for everyone, I ve triied and triied ,
I'm 42, and I cant do it anymore,
thanks for trying
Ktstriker (http://All failed, whats the point) on Feb 24 2005, 08:18pm Reply
Mr. Parsons: Thanks for sharing the "rules." — not so much novel as they are "useful." Nodding, I forwarded them to several friends, and posted them on my tiny business blog—read mainly by my outahtown buds—"Adventures with Ocho Vampiros." The business I own is so small, we operate out of a former fraternity house reputed to be haunted. I suspect most of your readers are budding entrepreneurs, and that most of us will agree there are moments of orgasmic excitement evenly spaced between weeks of frustration and confusion. I admire success stories of all genres and the positive attitudes that make the difference. Thanks again! You gave "us boys" at Cold Harbor AZ a little lift. Mike Blevins (http://ColdHarborAZ.com) on Feb 23 2005, 10:05pm Reply
u are the best at ? brit (http://target) on May 21 2005, 07:49pm Reply
My rules also come from the significant life events I've experienced.
As an accomplished failure, drafting platitudes for navigating life has been a great way to waste my miserable existence.
1. After suffering you'll see things in life more clearly, because there won't be any people left.
2. The grass is greener on the other side of the fence, but they failed to tell me the fence was electric.
3. Don't go out of your comfort zone too much or you'll end up getting kicked out of it for good.
4. The problem of evil has already been solved. Resources to put the solution into action have been diverted elsewhere.
5. The three most important things in the world are money, power, and sex. If you have enough money you can usually do pretty well with the other two. (I stole this one from someone else).
6. A decent physical appearance may matter little in the long run, but without it, you won't get anywhere very easily.
7. The more you suffer, the more you suffer more.
8. People call pain a gift because it's so much fun to give.
9. Today is the last day of some of your life.
10. Don't let anyone tell you you're pretty on the inside until after they've cut you open. matthew saul (http://lepton.deviantart.com/) on Feb 21 2005, 03:38pm Reply
"...I learned first hand how significant a role "luck" or karma can play in our lives...." What some call luck, some of us call devine intervention (preservation and preparation for an undisclosed future purpose) - It's just my personal opinion but the world currently needs the openness, honesty and straight forwardness of a "father" - a man who has obviously lived life, loved others, been loved by others and survived to tell/help the rest of us - Go Daddy!
How devine it was for me to find and read your informative and inspirational blog, "luckily" for me I found it on the day that despair regarding my entrepreneurial desires and seemmingly apparent failures needed to be CHASED AWAY, or at the very least redefined!
Although deep in my subconcious mind I knew the answers, and couldn't force myself out of the emotional quagmire; but reading them from someone else serves as not only validation, but a great source of stregnth and encouragement to get back in the saddle so to speak - Thank you for sharing! B Flowers (http://beverlyflowers.net) on Feb 20 2005, 07:24pm Reply
Thanks for your insights and inspiration. I've posted your Rules on my Scroggblog as words to live by.....keep those great ads coming. We love them in Oregon!
Absolutely agree. Keep these up there. Congrats on both bobparsons.com and godaddy.com being on alexa.com Movers & Shakers! Richard (http://www.californiarental.com) on Feb 17 2005, 11:21am Reply
In reply to nothing in particular. I've skipped around your blogs and I'm impressed. I was shocked when I saw your Superbowl Ad and I told my friends about your company. Nobody new what the hell Go Daddy was and I recited your bio from over a year ago when I read it. I'm very selective in what I remember and your bio was one of them. I think it's safe to say that your ad will also be one of them. Was it successful - Absolutely! Was that a business move that moved you forward - Absolutley! Go Daddy is very clever and your company has great service. If you find this reply - I'd appreciate a reply back. My hands are full with my own ventures right now, but if I were to work for somebody again, you'd be a top pick. Good stuff.
Bob, Thanks for the 16 Rules. They are fantastic and I will use them (some I already use and have since Viet Nam) and certainly make sure the credit goes to you. Also, I agree wholeheartedly with you regarding the Super Bowl commercials. Yours was great.
Don Nichols
CEO
America's Addiction Recovery Center, Inc.
and
Arizona Treatment Institute, LLC. Don Nichols (http://www.az-arc.com and www.arizonatreatmentinstitute.com) on Feb 6 2005, 05:38pm Reply
I always liked "Never complain; never explain." as a simple 'rule'. Chris Nelson on Feb 5 2005, 01:50pm Reply
Dear Bob
Thanks for the wake up call.
Above all in my book is Never, Ever Give up
Semper Fi
Really like your style and philosophy. You said that you are aware of "luck" or "karma" in business. Have you ever had a situation where someone you didn't know stepped in and helped you avoid a bad situation? An anonymous phone call or letter that caused you to strategically withdraw and "check your gig line," as it were?
Curious,
Christian Christian on Feb 4 2005, 09:07am Reply
GREAT rules to live by!
Perhaps we could add one more - if the word "God" doesn't offend anyone.
My mom always used to remind me, that God will never put you through something you can't handle."
Nice to remember when you're going through something that seems difficult. Julia on Feb 3 2005, 04:39pm Reply
Julia,
Thank you..God doesn't offend, if it offends anyone...too bad..
As a former employee of Bob's at Parsons Technology, I always knew that Bob had a major impact on many of the business beliefs that I hold sacred.
Now that I have a couple of businesses of my own, I was blown away in reading the 16 rules and how they mapped so tightly with the way I run these businesses.
Thanks Bob for the learnings. Working with you was exasperating and wonderful. Your combination of madness, brilliance and massive cojones made every day truly wild and fun.
Also, please keep up the crusade to keep us free from the thought police that want to turn us into mindless, reactionary drones. D Dave on Feb 3 2005, 07:31am Reply
Yes!...yes!...Yes!...yes!...Yes!!...
Bob your blog is quite an INspiration to me and has motivated me to continue the race in seeking funding for a new endeavor I have been planning for some time now, which is original to the entire half of the state I live in, that I know of so far and still researching as I 'type.' I have created 5 new successful businesses since I was 17 but all begin to bore me even though they are going strong and I chose to work on something else and lose interest. Three of these businesses made me jump into the entrepreneural bandwagon due to the fact that there was so much competition and people kept telling me I had no chance. You know how that goes, when they tell you "you can't", you just want it that much more. To make a long story short I blew the competition away for a while and lost interest. I currently have 3 additional small businesses going but want to find a way to have this new one I mentioned above to concentrate on and work on a local area and move to a state wide arena. By the way, I live in Texas, just in case anybody was curious.
Bob you are the Entreprenurial Marval and your dot com will continue to grow because you are true to yourself and don't wear that imaginary "I'm bigger than you" hat that so many successful business people wear these days. This Blog shows your customers who you really are and where you come from and that means a lot! For you to use up your valuable, time is money, time in this form is a heads up on your part and I send you a civilian heart felt salute to you Bob.
Continued Success and Great Fortune to Everyone, Gods Speed. Rivera (http://n/a) on Feb 2 2005, 07:27pm Reply
My own personal rule..
Success is determined by effort. Kevin on Feb 2 2005, 12:31pm Reply
Bob, quite interesting rules; however, i do think (Roy Horn) of Siegfried & Roy fame might have pause at the name of your book.
nevertheless, keep up the good work and your thoughts and work ethic are inspiring!
be good-
ken Ken Krilla on Feb 1 2005, 09:28pm Reply
Bob, Enjoyed reading about your rules and bio. Gives me confidence to know there are people out there like me, and that perhaps, I'm on the right track. We have similar backgrounds, and personally retirement at age 38 from being an adventure-cyclist was boring, so I went back to work, coming out with my first book and (soon-to-be in theatres) first fetaure film, and the money I spent... I get scared sometimes, but then I have to remind myself of a verse I came up with some 25 years ago as a kid that goes, KNOWLEDGE THROUGH FAILURE, SUCCESS THROUGH FAITH. Well, being an old factory worker from back east, this kind of life sure beats a 9-5 exsistence. Look forward to meeting you someday. All the best, Kevin Kevin Foster (http://www.kevin-foster.com) on Feb 1 2005, 05:07pm Reply
Very inspirational. Especially # 1 - Get out and stay out of the comfort zone - that's precisely what we did and are continuing to do so for the rest of our lives.
Bob - you are our motivator ! Norman Dutt (http://sfafinity.com) on Feb 1 2005, 01:29pm Reply
Great post, Bob.... Since I was unable to get through to you the one time I tried, let me just say that you and Godaddy are violating #7 — moving forward — tens of thousands of times each day.... That awesome number is tribute to how GOOD you really are, but you'd be doin' even more and better if you didn't ignore the fact (and I'm sure it's both factual and something you're aware of) that less "friction" leads to more business.... Registering with you is like watching the worst of broadcast TV — more commercials than product.
Otherwise — truly — all the best.... GREAT!! Blog. Peter on Feb 1 2005, 11:47am Reply
My comments are in response to Bob Parsons' articles on June 30, both the one about quitting just befor success and his 16 rules to live by. My name is also Bob. I am 56 years old (I identify with his age). I too, am a graduate of the University of Baltimore, degree in Accounting. I worked for only six months in the accounting field and have spent the remainder of my life as an entrepreneur. I have been taking a couple of days off to think through my situation. I went to Go Daddy to check out a Domain Name, and stumbled onto Bob's postings. Together with other previous thoughts of today, combined with some research that could result in life after retirement being actually enjoyable and earn me a living too,(I am far far away from the possibility of retirement), reading Bob's two articles has provoked a deep sense of self analysis. My current boss is strongly attempting to convince me to stay where I am, in the current field. I am bored with it, although I can make enough money to live comfortably, it provides me no future greater than what I have now. I will be doing the same thing until they bury me. I am now convinced that I will be doing again, what I want to do. What I used to do, in Frederick, Maryland, only to combine it with my current field. I may wait (or I may not), for a few more months until I have a more comfortable cash reserve, but I now know that I am not staying in my comfort zone for the rest of my working days. Life is short. I, Like Bob Parsons have lived a life that has included more life experiences than 10 normal people. I have succedded and failed. the failures have taken their toll on my financially, but I pray thanks to God all the time for my Life, my Health, my Son and my Love of my family and those that are close to me.
If it is possible that this letter could ever possibly reach Bob Parsons, I would be very greatful. The impact of his two articles today, were meaningful and TIMELY. GOD is working in my life.
Thank You,
Bob Gimes
Seminole, Fl. Bob Grimes on Jun 30 2005, 07:22am Reply
Mr. Grimes said, "...has included more life experiences than 10 normal people."
I'm only 46 but I sometimes feel that way, too. And then I realize that people are all subject to the laws of the universe. And I remember all the travails I never told anyone about, or that I told about but no one was listening, or which others could not understand - not having been there.
The "people who skate through life" are a myth in my opinion. When we look at others there is no way we can fathom the depth of their human experience. We know not how they suffered or struggled. We (as humans do) assume we know others much more deeply than we possibly could.
And by the same token, our own lives assume epic proportions (for ourselves) because we live every moment of them. For us, it's our grand opera. But for others - well, think about it - they're absorbed in their own grand operas. So we share a common experience as a species, and yet paradoxically - each within a universe of our own making.
Don't fool yourself - your life may have been deep, but others' lives are deep too. And the best among us are the most unassuming of them all. Keith Weber (http://www.killerorange.com/) on Sep 9 2005, 06:33pm Reply
Dear Keith,
Your comment is right on. We all — each and every one of us — has an important story to tell.
I agree completely with you concerning the way we handled ads on our site. Starting last week we've now added a "Quick Check Out" option where the user can register domains and skip all those ads.
I have launched and sold 3 companies in 6 months and made over 100,000. Being 16 made it hard. I was very close to giving up my newest .com project loosing more money than making (still in production) however reading the article I remembered that never give up is what separates the people who will succeed and the people who will fail. I will continue my goal to complete my new company and make my 1st million by the age of 17 (8 months to go.) Any how thanks for the word of wisdom from someone who has made it.
Contact me at artin@stonesurfacesmd.com Artin A on Feb 1 2005, 11:05am Reply
Bob,
It's a great set of rules. Your title really caught my attention. My folks' advice was, "They can kill you, but they can't eat you. Usually the worst they can do is say 'no'." After that 'no' was nothing.
It takes away all the power that 'no' ever had and that fear of failure that stops so many people from following there dreams. In reality, 'No' is just a chance re-define and re-attack your dreams.
Excellent post and I'm glad I found your blog. I'm going to add a trackback so that my readers can read your words of wisdom for themselves, and they truly are wise words.
Gets me thinking about doing my own at some point. I like your style. As I say all the time... some people have the "get it" factor. As in they just.... "get it". They understand seemingly complex issues and make them simple enough for everyone to bear. You are definitely one of those unique individuals who simply "get it". Joe Holcomb (http://www.agotoguy.com/news-articles/index.php) on Jan 31 2005, 01:12pm Reply
Dear Bob:
Great post! Very inspiring. But I think the more accurate quote, as opposed to "They Can't Eat You", (which, actually, someone could do if they tried), is a saying that a mentor, a rough old western Oklahoma oil man, said to me last year, when we lost our 13-year-old family business due to the passing of my father. We were facing insurmountable debt and problems, and this man said to me: "Remember, Steve, they cain't swaller ya whole!"
So that became my byword to get us through that bleak time: "They cain't swaller me whole!"
Thanks for being who you are, and sharing.
Ever give any thought to a Bobfest? 2-3 days attached to a weekend.
Perhaps an annual workshop for godaddy and wildwest customers,
how to increase revenues, share ideas, intros to value add partners,
Upcoming stuff, collect ideas to improve things. not that you need em.
Perhaps the week before or after www.snwusa.com in AZ, or
somewhere nearby thats good for you and can handle a well behaved crowd.
Just a thought!
Thanks! ...jd John Decatur (http://www.jamida.com) on Jan 31 2005, 12:44am Reply
Hi Bob, I don't know who you are, other than reading your "Hot Points" blog... & wasn't quite sure just why I took the time to read it... other than looking at your site after registering a few domain names... but I'm glad I did. I didn't get a chance to read Clint Eastwood's rules (he's cool) but I sure enjoyed your rules & my eyes fogged up a bit on # 3 "WHEN YOUR READY TO QUIT YOU'RE CLOSER THAN YOU THINK!" Man, I've been working on a few Movies for a few Years now... & I'm really getting burnt out...but I'm so close to finishing the "fine tuning" of the editing & sound. Anyway, reading your rules has given me back that little voice saying, "You can do it! If it was easy everyone would be doing it!" Thanks Bob Michael J. Elwell (http://MovieSchool.org) on Jan 29 2005, 10:41pm Reply
Bob,
I've been a customer for some time now, and I always felt there was straitforward management behind the scenes at GoDaddy.com
Clicking on the blog, I now know why I have felt this way.
I can see how much your dad meant to you in the words that you write, and I think its awesome that you remember him when you do.
My Dad is in integral part of my life, and has always been there with the smallest of realities and obsevations, that have driven my life.
I have hosted his website www.chandlerforparks.com, that I built for him, and I hope you take a look at, on your servers for a while now. It is part of my giving back to him of what he taught me.
Thanks for the honesty and strait-forwardness in your blog. It's nice to have a name behind the face of GoDaddy.
I FOUND BOB'S ADVICE TO BE VERY INSPIRATIONAL. I TOO SHARE MANY OF THESE VIEWS. LAST YEAR, I WENT INTO A DIABETIC COMA. MY BRAIN SHUT DOWN AND I CAME BACK A DIFFERENT PERSON. I DIDN'T KNOW I WAS A DIABETIC. AS A RESULT, I SUFFER SOME BRAIN DAMAGE, BUT I AM LEARNING TO OVERCOME THESE DIFFICULTIES (MAINLY SHORT TERM MEMORIES PROBLEMS. I LIVE OFF NOTES). I AM 43 AND HAD TO LEARN TO THINK ALL OVER AGAIN. I BECAME A DIFFERENT PERSON. I'VE DONE MORE IN THE LAST FEW MONTHS THAN IN THE LAST 25 YEARS OF MY LIFE. I AM NOW VERY DRIVEN. I WANT TO LEAVE THIS WORLD A BETTER PLACE. I RECENTLY WORKED WITH THE NARA COCERNING VETERAN'S AFFAIRS (ON LINE FRAUD). I TOO WAS TREATED FOR P.T.S.D.. IN CLOSING, I THANK MR. PARSONS FOR HIS WORDS OF WISDOM. PERSONALLY,I ALSO CONCURE WITH HIS POLITICAL VIEWS AND I AM GLAD FOR HIS SUPPORT OF OUR TROOPS.
THANKS, TIMOTHY GOETZKE, USN VETERAN TIMOTHY J GOETZKE on Jan 27 2005, 11:42pm Reply
Your list is great Bob, but what really blows me away is how when you give great value, the same customers find you no matter what you do.
I only read this blog to find out if you were the same Bob Parsons I bought Moneycounts from 15 years ago. Sure enough, you are. And I've been using your service here without ever realizing it.
I always was saddened by the demise of that program after it was sold. IMHO it ran circles around a certain Intuit program. To this day I remember it as the best accounting program I ever used.
Not surprized at your success. You were always a class act. Ed Osworth (http://HealthyCleanAir.com) on Jan 27 2005, 07:43pm Reply
I liked your rules. As a I also run a business related to domains, I respect and admire you and for this post. I will use them in my life as well. I'm only 24 now but who knows what my life will be like in a few years? I have a blog too on my page, www.examish.com
Joseph Slabaugh, Owner of Deleted.com Joseph Slabaugh (http://www.deleted.com) on Jan 27 2005, 04:10pm Reply
I've seen several of these list over the years and I must say that Bob's list strikes me as the most inspirational.
I put out a little "farming" newsletter and I like to include little bits a pieces wisdom now and then. I see that this is copyrighted material and I am wondering if I might be able to get permission for a limited reprinting. Bob (http://under construction) on Jan 27 2005, 01:09pm Reply
I don't know, Bob...they might be able to eat you, ;p
but seriously, thanks for this...I'd found the link to your blog on the livejournal of an employee of yours who seems to hold you in high regards, and reading this today is just exactly what I needed, and I'll be sharing it with my wife too.
We've just opened up a 24 hour espresso bar/art gallery/ small performance venue/[soon-to-be] internet cafe in downtown phoenix and this first month has been wonderful and really inspirational, it's shown to me that there's support and appreciation for what we're trying to do here and the service we're hoping to provide to the community...but equally has it been draining, exhausting and frightening...set backs with a one-time "brother" and now a problem ex-employee, losing money every day we're open, and working the graveyard shift myself only to go straight in to my dayjob (sr. network and systems admin) afterwards...from there to daycare to pick up my daughters, spend a few hours with them and hopefully see my wife for a bit before taking a couple hours nap and heading back to the cafe...well yeah, it's been one hell of a load, but I know that it's worth it and I know where I'm going, and right now it's just one foot in front of the other...thanks so much for great words of advice, they've helped to bolster me at a time when I need all the gumption I can muster. and thanks for the great service that godaddy provides, I have a handful of domains I own, and they're all registered through you...I was a webmaster for a small local isp back in late '96 (internet now / doitnow.com ) and I handled all of the domain reg issues back when network solutions was the only game in town...gawd how I hated those email templates, and the outrageous prices.
Thank you Bob. I just love your company and wisdom you bring into life. It is refreshing to see that I am not the only with the same ethic's as you have. Thanks! Vince (http://www.thedarkhole.org) on Jan 26 2005, 11:49pm Reply
Bob,
Very inspirational story! Especially to someone like myself with a very similar background. Like you, I am from the inner city of North West Baltimore — Walbrook Junction to be specific. Like you, as a kid growing up in Baltimore city, I was held up at gun point on my way home from elementary school as a 5th grader - if you can believe that! I also attended school in the evenings ending up with a degree in business from Johns Hopkins University (I almost went to UB instead). It is erie how similar our backgrounds are.
I have been a serial entrepreneur since graduating high-school in 1990 - which is partly why it took me 7 years to complete my undergraduate degree. I founded several companies throughout the 90's learning valuable lessions along the way. In the late 90's I co-founded and was the CEO of ImageCafe.com, a company that I sold to Network Solutions for $20+ million in 1999. I spent the next 18 months as a VP at Network Solutions/VeriSign going crazy ajusting to the corporate bureaucracy.
To date, I have come up with 4-rules that I can point to that has contributed to my success as an entrepreneur.
-PASSION - if you are not passionate about your vision, no one else will follow you! Not investors, not employees, no one. Your passion should always shine through.
-FOCUS - as an entrepreneur, it is critical to channel your limited resources (i.e., capital, time, network) towards a focused area. In other words, think big but increment your way there.
-PERSISTANCE - most important rule of all. Persistance can overcome even a lack of focus or lack of passion. Ignore the naysayers and always take steps to move one step closer to your goals, each an every day.
-LUCK - Luck is when opportunity meets preparation, if you are prepared, you will appear to be very lucky when opportunities present themselves. Your preparation will enable you to capitalize on those unexpected opportunities.
Well... thats all I have to say... I wish you continued success... from one entrepreneur from Baltimore to another!
SIncerely,
Clarence Clarence Wooten (http://www.vpfund.com http://www.wirespan.com) on Jan 26 2005, 11:27pm Reply
Hey Bob, thanks for sharing your wisdom. I'll be applying these rules from now on for building my own company and for my personal life.
These rules are nothing new, for Napoleon Hill insisted so much upon basically these same principles to achieve success in any field.
What is good to see with your story Bob, is that these rules once again prove to be infallible in any person doing legal businesses.
I've not heard of Napoleon Hill. So, I did do a little research and looked up what he called his "17 principles." These principles can be found at:
http://www.naphill.org/points/
and are explained there to some degree.
I find what Mr. Hill proposed certainly to be beneficial but to be somewhat different from the things I am saying. There is cross over in certain areas. That said, I certainly find the points he makes to be complementary to those rules I set forth in my blog entry. I don't think one could go wrong if they followed only those principles Mr. Hill sets forth.
In addition to the extensive works of Napoleon Hill, there is a very brief and exacting text regarding success that was published in 1910 called "The Science of Getting Rich" written by Wallace Wattles.
It's some 86 pages and will change your life. It did mine.
PS- as a long time, repeat customer of godaddy.com I am proud to announce that I would never switch registrars. EVER.
I've been a fan of yours personally long before you started this blog. I'm a Marine (civilian sector now), with a small struggling business. There are many things I know that I can improve on.
After reading your rules - I acted on a few reservations I've been having. It's almost a last stab for me - so we'll see how it goes.
Thanks for the inspiration and distant leadership -
Bob,
It's been one of those days ... weeks ... years for me. I feel like I'm at the bottom of the barrel today.
Because I was just plain stupid by allowing my domain registration to lapse, I found myself poking around the GoDaddy site again after I re-registered and I landed on your blog.
Your 16 rules couldn't have hit me square in between the eyes at any better time. Rules 2-6 — not giving up, quitting, and worrying; staying focused, and taking one day at a time — are especially relevant for me today. Thanks for the inspiration.
I love hearing from you on such a personal note. I've been a Go Daddy customer for a while and look forward to using your firm to grow mine.
I submitted your blog to the producers at a radio station in LA (KFI AM640). They have this weekly segment called "Success From Scratch" which highlights individuals with similar successful backgrounds such as yours: http://www.kfi640.com/hosts/handel.html
I hope they give you a call and profile your business! Your sucess story should be heard by all!
Mr. Parsons,
A friend of mine "turned me on" to your domains registration webpage, and I read your blog out of curiosity. Loved your 16 rules! As one who is unemployed for some time now, and has always worked since a child, I appreciated your sharing (somewhat) your personal story. You may be certain when I do register a domain name it will be with your company. I like your style, and admire your ethics!!! Sincerely, Ms. B in Tampa P.S. Thank you for your service to our country in Vietnam!!!! (all the men in my family are combat vets — two of which served in Vietnam — Semper Fi!) Connie Blackfox on Jan 25 2005, 01:33pm Reply
I really enjoyed reading your rules. I think everyone needs their own set, but I will be taking yours to heart as well.
We (DH and I,) have been using Go Daddy for our domain and website needs for a couple of years now. I'm happy to say that we've also recommended your company (and its tremendous customer service,) to thousands of others. I am also very happy to support a progressive company.
I own the smallest yarn store in Western Washington. While I never believed myself to be an entrepreneur prior to opening the doors, even owning a tiny business is a labor of love.
Those are great rules. Thanks for sharing your wisdom.
Steve S.
Troy, MI Steve S. on Jan 25 2005, 12:26pm Reply
Excellent reduction of the keys to success in anything to which we dedicate our hearts and minds. In the midst of a re-birth of my career in real estate, I needed to read your words now, to be remind of the determination that got me out a wheelchair and back to life in the middle of college. David (http://www.DaddyBearHomes.com) on Jan 25 2005, 11:14am Reply
Bob —
Love the blog. Just remember - things don't suck nearly
as much when you're on the right side of the grass! W. N. on Jan 25 2005, 10:26am Reply
Bob -
I have been a customer for a while, and have always liked the style of this company. I can see now where it comes from.
Thanks for your advice. I am 33, and am always looking to other entrepenuers to learn from. Great stuff.
Best regards, and I hope that we can meet face to face one day.
Carson D. Kelly Carson on Jan 25 2005, 02:38am Reply
Thank you Bob...when people truly open up they make everyone around them shine.
Great stuff! Your words, your 16 Rules, and the fact that they can't eat me remind me that I love life and entrepreneurship, no matter how much my head hurts with the flu right now!
Boy was I surpised to learn that you are the same "Bob Parson" of Parsons Technology. I think I was one of your orginal costomers when you sold "Money Counts" as a DOS shareware program. I kept on upgrading until they, Intuit, quit making improvements. I started my church off using Membership Plus and I'm still using my copy of QuickVerse
I started using "Godaddy" for regeristing my domain names a couple of years ago. Tonight I signed up for the email service and I am now deciding which type of web hosting I want to use. This was all before I knew you were the owner of the company.
All I can say is that my trust level of "Godaddy" has gone way up because of my past dealings with "Parsons Technology" when you were the owner.
Have a great day,
Joe Joe Bottomlee on Jan 24 2005, 08:17pm Reply
Bob;
Thanks for you wisdom. I have been using your programs since the early 90's. Tis a shame. AdressBook is by far the best I have ever seen, and the present owner will not upgrade it to operate on XP. Is there a possiblility that you could reintroduce it into your stable? I'm sure the present owner would let it go for a song. I believe it would be a very viable program for you. Think about it. Doit L. Koppler (http://www.dkoppler.com) on Jan 24 2005, 02:15pm Reply
Dear Bob,
The more I read of your life story the more I understand why Go Daddy has been a perfect match for my company. I admire the strength, determination and zest for life that you easily convey to others. You have embedded those same traits in the culture of Go Daddy — they are especially evident in the technical support department where no issue goes unresolved.
I grew up on the South Side of Chicago surrounded by four generations of family and I, too, have a strong set of rules that I use to help others live passionately. My list boils down to 52, one for every week of the year. You mention luck and karma. I believe in coincidence. That's probably why I am struck by the fact that you were confronted with a fateful life-or-death situation at the very young age of 16 and you also live by 16 rules for survival. Coincidence? You decide! JoAnna Carey (http://www.RatRaceRelaxer.com) on Jan 24 2005, 12:24pm Reply
GREAT ADVICE BOB
Your business rules and ettiqutte are true examples of a serious business person with a dream.
Also I would like to add that if your competition dosnt like what your doing, it means they wished they had come up with the idea first.
Good luck everyone, Hopefully Bob's advice and experiences will help many people achieve.
I would also like to add my company motto that hangs over our boardroom door, Its mine and I live by it.
I began with computers in about 1984/85 and remember Parsons' Technology, in fact had several of your DOS programs. I just wanted to thank you for publishing your rules. They're inspirational. Hazen Hoffpauir on Jan 23 2005, 11:03pm Reply
I am the Savvy Selling columnist for BusinessWeek Online and I wrote a column a while back using the "Remember, they can't eat you," line that I'd heard from one of my friends. I've been in sales a long time and this line has helped me to keep my perspective.
Check it out: http://www.businessweek.com/smallbiz/content/dec2003/sb2003121_9521.htm Michelle Nichols (http://www.savvyselling.com) on Jan 23 2005, 09:27pm Reply
Hi Michelle,
Just read your article. Appreciate you providing us with the link. Until your post, the only person I ever heard the "they can't eat you" saying from was my Dad.
This just goes to underscore that original ideas are rare indeed — particularly, I suppose, when it comes to folksy sayings.
Like you, I've used this saying many times to keep things in perspective. It was always particularly meaningful to me during those times when I was losing my shirt and needed to hang on, and other times when I was facing a significant challenge of one form or another.
I've read most of your posts - VietNam, business, etc.
I can sum it all up in a short phrase I'm sure you'll recognize (cuz I do):
You da man.
-T Tim Lacy (http://http:/www.timlaranch.com) on Jan 24 2005, 12:46am Reply
Bob,
Thanks for the words of wisdom. I've recently considered giving up my quest to leave a stressful corporate life to start my own business, as I haven't had so much as a nibble in months despite my best efforts at promoting my services. Deep down, I know I have to keep trying - and your words have given me a new determination. Jeanine (http://www.remotelypossible.biz) on Jan 23 2005, 01:35pm Reply
Bob, Great post. Finish the book. There's another book coming out about the Entreprenuer temperment (& how it may be genetic). We're including interviews with folks like Ben Cohen of Ben & Jerry's. Would you like to be included in this book? Just drop me a line and we can set up an interview (even via email if you prefer).
Cheers,
Garret LoPorto
garret@mediaforyourmind.com Garret LoPorto (http://www.mediaforyourmind.com/truemajority) on Jan 23 2005, 06:47am Reply
Rules Plans Goals Dreams
Bob your rules for survival remind me alot of what business schools try to teach. There is no substitute for setting up some sort of schematic and whether it is called rules, or a business plan. Having these "rules" involved in ones life will surely help the odds of success favor the holder.
I have used a business plan and some rules of my own called critical analysis to help me succeed in business.
But, focusing on your plans or dreams is key to having successful outcomes.
These rules or plans should be carried around and changed as needed to adapt to the changes in the business environment.
So some extra advice for anyone wanting to start their own business or achieve anything. Plan, set some of your own rules up and do it!
I do have a sample business plan on my website Astoreonline.com in the drop down menu labeled Vics Tips.
Sincerely,
Victor Vovakes
CEO/Founder
Astoreonline.com Victor Vovakes (http://Astoreonline.com) on Jan 23 2005, 01:01am Reply
Bob, I want to thank you for your 16 rules. I have been struggling for a long time with changes in my life, in coming to terms that I am finally getting older and that my parents are too. I too have been working my businesses from morning to night and sometimes second guessing my decisions to leave Lucent Technologies...you know the security of having a job....<wink>
I have been out of my comfort zone for some time now, I have been trying so hard to build for those dreams, and honestly I have felt myself slipping away.
Tonight I was thinking that I really can't push on much more . The feeling of limbo is like a luke warm bath neither soothing, nor iritating - it just is what it is. Then I found this blog while surfing the Internet, and I read your 16 rules. I related to your story because I remember seeing your Parsons Technology products when I was just nineteen - quite some time ago and your rules had me laughing and crying at the same time and shaking my head in understanding and agreement.
I want you to know that what I needed was what you provided. Sixteen reasons to keep holding on, pushing harder and keeping the faith that my success is really just a matter of time. I just want to say thank you, you made a real difference tonight.
Warmest Regards,
Phil C....... Phil C...... on Jan 22 2005, 10:39pm Reply
Bob,
I want thank you for your 16 rules. It was most inspiring. Needless to say, your knowledge is vast.
I strongly believe that Knowledge is the only real wealth in this world. Those who acquire this wealth and distribute it to others are real Great Men. Thanks for the post.
I really enjoyed reading your "rules", your life journey and the posting on PTSD. They put a whole new perspective on you and the company. I have a better understanding about what drives the company and the employees to work so hard.
Hope to see you next year at the Christmas party.
Annette (Mrs. Chip) Maxson Annette Maxson on Jan 22 2005, 09:56am Reply
Mr. Parsons,
I have moved my small businesses around to various hosts and so forth. I discovered GoDaddy and have been pleased 100% of the time. There of course have been minor problems but your staff was ALWAYS, prompt, helpful and went out of there way to ensure it was taken care of.
I have read this post and printed it out for my office wall. After reading your post, I now understand WHY GoDaddy works so well.
I'm going to have my entire team read this and learn it.
That was a really inspirational post! Thanks a lot for posting it!
/me prints the rules and sticks 'em to my desk Lord Brar (http://www.cafemx.com) on Jan 22 2005, 06:19am Reply
good advice and some interesting ideas.
first of all, thank you for your service in the military
second of all, thanks for godaddy
third, is Theycanteatyou.com available ??
hehehehehe.....LOL
just kidding
keep up the great work !
all good things,
bulldozer mark on Jan 21 2005, 10:58pm Reply
I have had my domains registered at godaddy for sometime and have found your site to be outstanding as well as your customer service. Tonight though is the first time I discovered Bob Parsons. I believe all things happen for a reason and tonight I know I was meant to read your rules.
Back in October, my family's business, which I had been running was forced into Bankrupcy. It was hell and rebuilding has been a whole new challenge, but everyday I look for some wisdom to move me one step closer to my greatest and yet undiscovered career. Your 16 rules are inspiring and grounding all at the same time. As I read each rule I remembered how much I have forgotten. - Thanks Bill Sebell (http://www.earthwindandtire.com) on Jan 21 2005, 07:55pm Reply
Hey Mr. Parsons,
I just wanted to take this opportunity to say Hey! and that I appreciate your site.
The advisor of one of the professional organizations I am involved in at ASU works for Go Daddy and passed this list on to our group a few months back. 1, 7, 14, and 16 really stick out to me.
Especially as a student competing against hundreds or thousands of other students for scholarships, internships, jobs, and otherwise, I feel that I must always go above and beyond especially in the areas where it challenges me. (1 and 7)
As far as solving problems goes, I agree that following will not take me far and that my own decisions can lead to a growth in knowledge. However, "Solve your own problems" to me means something a little bit different from what you are trying to express. To me it means that despite the issues, problems, and arisings going on around you, you have to solve your own problems first. Focus on your own problems and get them taken care of, then you will be able to live happily and look to help others.
Which leads right into 16, and that couldn't be more true.
Thanks for telling it like it is. Your journey is more insightful than your rules- but both are interesting. I'll check back and will continue to spend money with you as I grow my business. Ken (http://www.degilio.com) on Jan 21 2005, 01:27pm Reply
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Joe Kennedy (http://in progress) on Aug 27 2008, 10:01am Reply
I'm on it. Nice suggestion.
Bob
bob parsons on Aug 27 2008, 01:38pm Reply
As an entrepreneur myself, I can't believe the struggles we encounter, but the faith and vision keeps us going. Your blog inspired me just when I was ready to give up on BusinessMovies.biz, but now I see what I have to do and will keep pushing ahead.
Much appreciated on being able to relate to you and the light at the end of the tunnel.
Best,
Charlie Lee
Founder & CEO
BusinessMovies.biz
Charlie Lee (http://www.businessmovies.biz) on Jun 18 2008, 07:06pm Reply
Best, Peter Chovanes
Peter Chovanes (http://www.peterchovanes.com) on Mar 6 2008, 11:55pm Reply
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J Michael on Aug 18 2007, 05:42pm Reply
In my dreams Michael. Only in my dreams.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Aug 19 2007, 06:18am Reply
I have even become convinced that it is attitude that makes one choose to develop values and character, not the other way around.
So while finding luck is nice, finding folks with the right attitudes is the golden key to joy, love, success ... starting with our own attitudes ...
Bob ... thanks also for reminding folks to have fun ... NOT having fun is the primary destroyer of good positive attitudes ... so fun in life is more essential than food, or at least as much so ...
Bon Apetite .... gobble up some more life Bob, you are already an inspiration to many, a hero to some, and a damn good example of an American to all ...
Besides that, I suspect you are fun too ...
Be well, kick butt, have fun, and do good unto all (where possible)
thanks
David W Rahfeldt on Feb 5 2007, 04:27pm Reply
Bob: Love your rules - sent the link to this page to many friends!
Where can I find the Clint Eastwood list of 10 you refer to? Haven't found them after several internet searches.
Thanks!
JC
John Caddy on Aug 31 2006, 11:13am Reply
I have to agree.
Terry on Apr 26 2006, 04:52am Reply
I am a neighbor of your Gilbert facility. I am SO glad you opened a building down here! I really thought it was great that you decided to grow your business here rather than use off shore people (as was reported in the Business Journal, Jan. 28, 2005.)
I am in video and TV production and engineering, but have radio and audio in my background. I submitted a resume for the radio engineer job, but have not heard anything back. I can't seem to find a number for HR to see if that position is still open?
In speaking with employees on the phone, they all say its a real good place to work with GREAT benefits. Benefits are very expensive for a company and I think it says a lot about corporate thinking when a company pays for good benefits! Thats a company I want to be part of.
Martin Maxwell
Chandler
Martin Maxwell on Apr 6 2006, 07:01pm Reply
The radio engineer position has been filled. For jobs you can to our website and click on the "jobs" link at the bottom of the home page. Sorry this one didn't work out for you.
I very much appreciate your kind words.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Apr 7 2006, 11:25am Reply
I got a call last night from my father-in-law (who is Kent Dana's cousin) to watch the interview. I thought it was interesting and decided to look up your 16 rules which brought me here. I am currently studying Napoleon Hill's laws of success books and found some of your 16 rules in his work. My question is, have you studied any of Napoleon Hill's work and what do you think it.
Thanks.
Paul
Paul McCormack on Apr 4 2006, 09:01am Reply
I have not read any of Mr. Hill's works.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Apr 4 2006, 02:30pm Reply
susan on Jan 16 2006, 12:14am Reply
Thank you for your rules, they are really helpful. I get back to them every time I'm in trouble, and as a result I always come up with an appropriate solution. Thanks again & good luck!
Best wishes,
Antony
Antony on Jan 12 2006, 05:20am Reply
Your website keeps me coming back for inspiration....
That said I wanted to suggest you nix the scrolling banner for your Radio show... While it does catch the eye, it makes it impossible to concentrate on your articles... I have to cut and past it into notepad just to read them.
cheers
E.H.
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I'm a huge football fan. I hate half-time shows, because its all pop music and nonsense and it never gets you pumped up for the game. But the commercials are what keep me and my friends from walking out of the room. We all like to be amused, but I can understand why the NFL is trying to keep football football, a sport with class and not making it a Sunday soap opera. It's not only the commercials and half time shows that are effecting its image but also the actions of the athletes (Terrell Owens). So the NFL is putting it's foot down and trying to clean up its act and you just happened to advertise at the wrong time.
P.S. Football is a family event and not for just adults, but lately its has given off that vibe. Reason why things are a changing in half-time commercials.
Dave Sharp on Jul 29 2005, 04:42am Reply
If you think the NFL is doing the "cleanup" because they want to be a white knight, I suggest you think again. Keep in mind they were OK with the Terrell Owens/Desperate Housewives skit. It's the pressure on them from Congress, the FCC and other organizations like the computer complaint generation mill known as the Parents Television Council (which generates over 98% of all indecency complaints — they all pretty much contain the same computer generated language).
Football was never intended to be a sport with "class" no more so than Professional Bull Riding is intended to be. I want you to know that saying this my favorite sports are Boxing, Football and Bull Riding. I also enjoy watching cage fighting. These are all entertaining and to a certain degree (some more than others) extreme sports. I hope they never change in this regard. When someone mentions a sport with class I tend to think of Jousting or maybe Dressage. Football just isn't in that category.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
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Marta Cossey (http://galfridayoncall) on Jul 3 2005, 10:51am Reply
Hang in there. Refuse to let the system beat you. If you focus on starting a new life, and think only of that — it will happen.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
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Andy Kong on Jun 27 2005, 03:54pm Reply
I printed off a copy of your 16 rules.
Tonight, our 17 year old son will be visiting. He chose to drop out of high school and is living alone in a small apartment. As you can imagine, life on his own has become a struggle he had not anticipated, and he has finally come to us for advice. Your post was just in time. We intend to start off the evening by reading it aloud to him. We hope a family discussion point by point will follow. Thanks, Bob. It is a marvelous piece and I hope he listens.
Stephen Tyler on Jun 27 2005, 08:59am Reply
ATTITUDE
Attitude is more important than facts. It is more important than the past, than education, than successes, than what other people think or say or do. It is more important than appearance, talent or skill levels. It can make or break a company, home, team, church or Army. The remarkable thing is we have a choice every day regarding the attitude we will
embrace or apply to what the day brings us. We cannot change our past. We cannot change the inevitable. The only thing we can rely on the one thing we have, that is our attitude. I am convinced that life is about 10% what happens to me and about 90% how I react to it.
In my case I seem to find humor will help me in my attitude adjustment and it can turn around a customer, friend or strangers attitude more times than not.
Joe
Anonymous on Jun 26 2005, 07:54pm Reply
Thank you so much for your transparency in sharing your life and heart! I am very impressed! You seem to have thought much about your past and processed through all the many aspects of that and have very wisely grown out of it when most would have quit.
I too have been through similar experiences but not on the level that you have been. I really liked your 16 rules that you included.
I really connected with the truth that was in most of them, but my list would include a slightly different list of rules...
What really stood out to me is the fact of confidence that you walk in. What also really stood out to me is your confidence in being prepared for what comes along your journey in life. Even if it's unexpected you seem to have a rule for that as well and take it and learn from it.
You appear to be a very deep thinking and visionary in what you do. My heart broke for you today as I read this list. I don't really know how to say it where you will not draw pre conceived conclusions but I will try anyway. Please understand my heart... I really felt led to encourage you in what I am about to say.
Bob - as you look to your future no matter how long that you are here on the earth, God has created you and has gifted you and placed you in a place of authority of those in your sphere. You are a shaker and a visionary. A man that is not afraid to be open and honest. That is why I am sharing this...
I have a question that I am sure that a man of you depth has thought about many times over the years...
Q. "What about when this life is all over?"
I know we all live in a "Christian Nation" and we are very blessed to live in America. But the wording "Christian Nation" means too many things to too many people.
We sometimes think that going to church or living a good life is where the answers are and that when we stand before God that all these things will be enough to be received into His presence.
Someday each of us will leave this physical life - Hebrews 9:27 says "And as it is appointed for men to die once, but after this the judgment"
It all boils down to none of that, even though they are good things. God tells us in His Word that a relationship with Jesus is what He has provided for us.
What has happened is that each of us compared to God has fallen short and that is because we have sinned. Romans 3:23 says "for all have sinned and fallen short of God's Glory"
God loves you and me and has given us a way back to Him and that is because Jesus died for us... Just accepting this free gift that God has given us is our only way.
Jesus said in John 14:6 "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.
Bob in your rule # 14 you said - Solve your own problems.
and in rule # 9 Measure everything of significance
God has a plan for your life!
Blessings on all you do!
Tim Sawtelle
Tim Sawtelle on Jun 25 2005, 09:16am Reply
Interesting set of questions. Here's what I think.
1. I'm not sure what happens when life is over. I'm fairly sure I can't change that, and that whatever is going to happen is going to happen — so I don't worry about it.
2. I believe that God allows for free will. While he may or may not have a specific plan for our lives, our the decisions we make resulting from our free will determine how it will go. I realize that their may be biblical quotes that take exception to this —- but that's how I feel.
Beyond that, since this is a religious item, I don't want to discuss it further. I do appreciate your post, but let's make this the last word on this Blog with regard to this item.
Bob
bob parsons on Jun 25 2005, 09:49am Reply
The gas station situation makes me think how sad it is how people can hurt the lives and dreams of an individual and how it can effect themselves and others. For example, a person who is missing due to a crime scene could have been the next person to help discover a cure for an illness. Sounds Crazy, but it could be.
#17 Discover your talents and use them
If I had to ask a question:
When you say Intuit? Do you mean the people who do Quicken? Also, what happen to Parsons Technology (example; QV software)?
Ed on Jun 24 2005, 04:35pm Reply
It was the Intuit who did then and now does Quicken.
Parsons Technology is now a shadow of what it once was. The QV product was subsequently sold to someone who I think has not done much with it.
What I sold PT it had about 1,000 employees. Not I think there are less then 20.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Jun 25 2005, 09:40am Reply
I'm finally doing what I love and my intention is to continue building it as far as I have the talent and courage to take it. Several times, I've been pushed out of my comfort zone, but learned that's necessary for growth to occur.
I didn't know you were the Parson's guy. I've purchased several of your products over the years, mostly the Bible-related ones, during the pre-Intuit days.
Your post is an inspiration to me and I'm printing it out to keep for future reference, particularly during those times when the going gets tough.
One question...when are you going to turn this into a book? It deserves a place on the shelf right next to "Winning", "Seven Habits...", and other leadership-oriented volumes.
Thanks for sharing this with us. Hearing your story motivated me so much, I'm going to make GoDaddy my sole supplier for domain names!
Paul Chaney, President
Radiant Marketing Group
Paul Chaney (http://www.radiantmarketinggroup.com) on Jun 24 2005, 08:06am Reply
A book is underway and is about 2/3 done. At present I'm looking for a publisher.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Jun 25 2005, 09:35am Reply
Jim G (http://none) on Jun 29 2005, 04:35am Reply
Vickie Smith (http://arkessentials.com) on Jun 23 2005, 03:33pm Reply
Not wanting to sound like a "brown-noser," but both Go Daddy and its founder are helping me on my way to becoming the success that I know I will be.
I would like to take the liberty to suggest one more rule to Bob - not that I really have the right to, or his business know-how. It's just something that I think is quite valid in the light of the inspirational words that he wrote. And that rule would be:
It's never too late. Not to start, not to improve and not to fix.
Walt Pretorius (http://www.waltpretorius.com) on Jun 22 2005, 11:28pm Reply
Nice addition. Thanks.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Jun 23 2005, 01:05am Reply
Until recently I am your faithful customer (bought and manage 28 domains in your website)and big fan of godaddy services since the last 4 years. After reading your blog concerning the 16 rules of life I started to understand from where the great service and creativity of godaddy originated from. Thanks for being there for us and thanks for sharing your thought. I saved the article and planned to distribute it to my family in europe, egypt, and as well as Indonesia. I wish you more success in all of your live endeveour. Salut!
Patricia on Jun 24 2005, 04:44am Reply
I like your 16 rules to live by. Perfect.
I would suggest renaming the punch line of rule 4 as below, yours seems too long.
4. Quantify the worst-case scenario.
Cheers,
Jay
Jay on Jun 22 2005, 06:31pm Reply
As many others have already said, this was a very inspiring post you've made. However, I think looking into the future of your business is equally important as looking at the present so you can put your temporary goals in perspective with more large improvements to your business.
Evan Kase (http://www.jticomm.com) on Jun 22 2005, 03:00pm Reply
Thanks for your amazing entry. Your rules are not only interesting, they're down right encouraging.
I think a lot of us reading this are of the younger set (18-30), and we definitely appreciate your 20/20 hindsight to guide our foresight.
I always wonder about individuals such as yourself, who have succeeded and succeeded big in the world.
When you read biographies, the individual always seems to have this grand destiny that was hinted to throughout their life, as if they knew beforehand everything that lay before them, and that the rollercoaster of doubt was a ride they never experienced.
I guess I wonder if that is necessarily true, or if constant self examination and questioning can help engender greatness.
Alexander the Great conquered the world by my age, and Im beginning to feel a bit behind
Did you ever struggle with anything like that?
Anyways, great stuff, and I look forward to reading more
Nate Cavanaugh (http://www.alterform.com) on Jun 21 2005, 07:40pm Reply
Actually the jury is still out as to what I've accomplished or will accomplish during my life. I always think there's plenty of time to do whatever you want. I remind myself that Mitchner did not start writing until he was 50.
As far as a grand destiny is concerned I can't say that I've always or ever felt that way. For me it's always been pretty much one day at a time, and dreaming about what I'd like to do.
I try not to look to far into the future. Life the Buddha said, it's impenatrable.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Jun 22 2005, 12:47am Reply
I wish I were there to experience your presentation of these rules first hand. I share a common belief and find comfort in many of your rules as I make another attempt at the bar exam; something standing between me fulfilling my dream. I especially liked "[t]he temptation to quit will be greatest just before you are about to succeed."
Andrew
Andrew (http://www.andrewtice.com) on Jun 22 2005, 04:20pm Reply
Denise Peters (http://www.housesitter.ca, http://www.officeswithoutwalls.ca) on Jun 22 2005, 02:34pm Reply
Congratulations. I'm happy for you.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Jun 23 2005, 12:35am Reply
Patrik (http://patrik.webblogg.se/) on Jun 12 2005, 11:58am Reply
Sean Masters (http://nextbigtech.blogspot.com) on Jun 7 2005, 08:45am Reply
understood the need for govermental oversite. The patriot act was and is necessary. protection from agressors trumps
individual rights.. if you are not doing anything wrong what do you fear? the ACLU defends child molesters, anti american zealots. I am so glad you geniuses are not running the country. free speech and all will mean nothing after we have been destroyed by the enemy . wake up!!!!!!
tricia on Mar 31 2005, 04:08pm Reply
Actually if free speech and privacy rights are ever eliminated, being an American will mean nothing.
Once again the whole point of our argument is that by removing privacy from .US domain names, only law abiding Americans are really being inconvenienced. Surely you can see that after reading the various articles I've posted. That being the case, it makes zero sense to eliminate the privacy. All it does is make being an American a little less special —- and that's something that none of us want.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Mar 31 2005, 08:24pm Reply
Please explain what is ment "...forced to forfeit your privacy...." :
"The effect of this decision is to disallow new private domain name registrations on .US domain names. In addition, if you already own a private .US domain name registration, you will be forced to forfeit your privacy no later than January 26, 2006."
Thank you,
Barry A. Wertheimer
Barry Wertheimer on Mar 31 2005, 08:46am Reply
That means that if you have a private registration come Jan 2006, you will have to decide between either publishing your personal information or abandoning the domain name.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Mar 31 2005, 11:11pm Reply
I agree with privacy; however we Americans have grown to NOT appreciate what our country has to offers us. Our nation's security is under threat by other nations because we have become lax and take it for granted all the good things we have in the US. Issues like .US domains means those people who mange those domains should be proud to represent our country (.US) without having to hide. If you can not reveal who you are under (.US) then how do you know you are dealing with a true American vs. a terrorist? (.US) represents our beautiful nation and all the freedom you have to walk around this country freely. Try spending time in India or any other third world country for a month or two and upon your return to US you will kiss the ground and thank the maker for being an American. I've gone to those counties on several different occasions myself and am so glad to return to my home land and free America.
So why do you have to hide who you are our in our nation? If anything they should also ensure that you live in the US in order to get a .US domain. Today you can get any .US domain by just clicking I Agree. Establishing a domain name is establishing a business. Think about it, when you open a business in the US do hide who you are as a business owner? I don't think so, especially when Bob just emailed his entire customer list and signed his name so proudly at the bottom of the email.
Mike Kintner (http://www.kintner.us) on Mar 31 2005, 06:09am Reply
So you see this as a choice between protecting our nation, or protecting my ego? Wow! A quick glimpse of the comments posted here will pretty much tell you that I've got no ego invested in the issue here. If I did have an ego invested I wouldn't step up and take the verbal beatings I take. What I do have invested is genuine concern.
There's one other issue. I like most Americans absolutely and without a doubt love our country. No other place in the world compares to the good ole USA. The reason the USA is so special is because of the freedom of the press, and all the rights and liberties we have as Americans. One of these rights is privacy with accountability. All I want to do is to help keep our great country great.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Mar 31 2005, 11:38pm Reply
Jeffrey Hellman (http://see: americancitizenparty.org or for music, jeffhellman.us) on Mar 30 2005, 07:33pm Reply
Just received your E-mail entitled Federal Agency Nixes Your Right to Privacy.
You mentioned that the right to privacy is guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution. However not where that right is guaranteed. I would assume that it is found in Amendment 4 where people are to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures. The government has without hearings (due process) violated our right to privacy and further has not issued a proper warrant to seize new private domain registration. To do so it would have to state the reason for the seizure and would have to notify all holders of private domains.
To force anyone to make a choice between allowing his personal information to become available to anyone who wants to see it or seizing his domain name is to hold intellectual property hostage for the purpose of coercing acquiescence in releasing personal private information.
In short these Federal Pirates are after information on every one of us. Big Brother want you to give up all rights to your private information. Big Brother probably will sell your personal information to the highest bidder!
I still have my Social Security card. It is an early one and on it there is a notation: Not for purposes of Identification.
Do you know why that was placed upon the card? Among early opponents of Social Security numbers were those of religious conviction who thought that the numbers were the Mark of the Beast found in Revelation 14:9-11 To appease these people politicians assured us that no use would have to be made of your Social Security number except when you had to contact or deal with Social Security regarding your own personal account. So what is the SSN used for today? You cannot get an account at a bank or do any kind of financial business or deal with any government agency without your SSN. This unique number along with your name is being entered into Federal Information Files. Your personal information from the Internet will make a nice addition to these files. Big Brother has to very very carefully keep you under observation. Why? Not because you are a lawbreaker, but because Big Brother is a lawbreaker. BB wants no activity that will put a curb on his racket. Proof that BB is a lawbreaker is that he has just, once again, violated the Supreme Law of the Land. And that is the United States Constitution.
Sincerely,
Loyd G. Black
Loyd G. Black on Mar 30 2005, 01:58pm Reply
The word privacy does not appear in the constitution anywhere. The constitution is a document about what the government can do, not about what people can do. So, logically, it never says something like "people have a right to privacy." The right to privacy has been interpreted to belong to people as a result of what the consitutiton does not allow the governement to do. Specifically, the right to privacy has evolved to protect the freedom of people to chose whether or not to perform certain acts or subject themselves to certain experiences, and keeps the government out of those decisions. This personal autonomy has grown into a "liberty" protected by the due process clause of the 14th amendment.
Further extensions of the right to privacy have been attempted under the 1st, 4th and 5th amendments. The right of privacy has developed along with a statutory right of privacy which limits access to personal information. The FTC enforces this statutory right of privacy, and the existence of privacy policies demonstrate the FTC's work in this area.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Mar 30 2005, 04:51pm Reply
What's the big deal? We're talking about publishing in the public domain here.
Let's face reality here. People 'privately' registering domains are doing so so that they can say or do whatever they want while hiding under a cloak of secrecy so there is no repercussion for their actions.
In the rare case that the US government needs access to domain information to either protect it's citizens or enforce it's laws they should have the tools necessary.
I've never picked up a magazine or newspaper and not seen a masthead. As far as I'm concerned, ICANN (chartered in the US and operating under US law) should require all TLD registration information to be public.
The US Department of Commerce's decision to require .US domains to be registered publicly does not infringe on the right to privacy as the US courts have narrowly determined exactly what 'privacy' is. Your e-mail blast infers rights not guaranteed under the constitution. (See: http://www.law.cornell.edu/topics/privacy.html)
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Here's an expectation of privacy. If you don't want your name publicly disclosed, don't publish over the Internet or anywhere else for that matter.
Randall Lichner
Vegas Sentinel Newspaper
www.vegassentinel.com
Randall Lichner (http://www.rsjintermedia.com) on Mar 31 2005, 10:45am Reply
As one who has privately registered domains, I have to disagree with you. I privately register my domains so that my personal information, name, address, telephone number, etc. are not easily accessible through the public Whois. I'm a single mother with 3 young children and I do whatever I can to protect myself and my family. I have an unlisted phone number, anonymous email, why not private domain registrations?
Besides, if I were to do something untoward with any of my web sites its not like I can't be found. The email address associated with my domains is forwarded to my real email address and the registrar (Go Daddy via Domains by Proxy) knows how to contact me if that should ever be needed.
I don't hide under a cloak of secrecy. Those that need to have personal information about me have it.
Anonymous on Jun 23 2005, 08:00am Reply
I do, too. Even back in 1997 when the web was populated by a smaller, more trustworthy population an infatuated newcomer to America hunted down my phone number and boldly started calling the house. Had I been single, I would have been terrified. As it was I was merely horrified and took steps to get every bit of personal information about myself off the web. I was DELIGHTED to see I could get privacy protection on my domain names.
I know that many use privacy to hide their illegal activities - like the maker of the Xupiter toolbar in California who disguised himself as living in Asia somewhere. But... women NEED it.
Marie on Jun 29 2005, 07:05pm Reply
I'm sorry, but—other than what activist judges have read into the Constitution—there is no right to privacy assured by the Constitution.
Certainly, there are elements of privacy involved with probable cause and such concepts, but the idea that citizens aren't to know anything about other citizens is pretty ridiculous.
I realize that won't be a popular comment, but we have become a nation of inwardly focused individual xenophobes and it's getting to be too much.
Tell me...does this action affect your pocketbook in some fashion? Is it going to cost you money when there is no longer a privacy feature you can sell?
We really do need to get away from this world in which everything under the sun needs to be legislated.
That's my take anyway...
Jay Reifert (http://www.madison-real-estate.com) on Mar 30 2005, 05:55pm Reply
We're going to be here with or without the earnings associated with private registrations. Do we make money on the product? You bet. However we make money on everything we sell. That's OK and necessary in order to do anything right.
I disagree regarding the right to privacy implied by the Constitution and subsequent amedments.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Mar 30 2005, 07:53pm Reply
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Stephen R. Melvin on Mar 30 2005, 10:19am Reply
The word privacy does not appear in the constitution anywhere. The constitution is a document about what the government can do, not about what people can do. So, logically, it never says something like "people have a right to privacy." The right to privacy has been interpreted to belong to people as a result of what the consitutiton does not allow the governement to do. Specifically, the right to privacy has evolved to protect the freedom of people to chose whether or not to perform certain acts or subject themselves to certain experiences, and keeps the government out of those decisions. This personal autonomy has grown into a "liberty" protected by the due process clause of the 14th amendment.
Further extensions of the right to privacy have been attempted under the 1st, 4th and 5th amendments. The right of privacy has developed along with a statutory right of privacy which limits access to personal information. The FTC enforces this statutory right of privacy, and the existence of privacy policies demonstrate the FTC's work in this area.
Bob
bob parsons on Mar 30 2005, 04:59pm Reply
You make some gigantic leaps of logic, which when examined are flawed.
Of course youhave a right to privacy. Just stay private.
When you hold yourself up the world using the most powerful communication tool ever developed, your no longer hidden in your private room.
Of course, those that don't want anyone to know who they are hide behind their "Right to Privacy" as well as other shields they claim protect them but not others from their attacks.
Privacy is, as I said, your right to remain hidden in your private space. The Government can not enter your little room without cause.
It's your choice to expose yourself or not. When you make that choice you are open to inspection.
The rest of us have both a need and a right to know who is spouting off so we can make informed judgements.
William J Loughrige on Mar 30 2005, 09:49am Reply
Bob Zeida
Robert Zeida (http://zeida.us (not yet active)) on Mar 30 2005, 07:32am Reply
Our General Counsel will be in touch with you.
Bob
bob parsons on Mar 30 2005, 08:35am Reply
Judith Clausen on Mar 30 2005, 04:43pm Reply
While the cases you mention make a strong point for personal privacy, the information available on these individuals through whois is no more than that available on any business registration, which is also public. Domain registration is not the same case as a telephone number or drivers license. It much more closely parallels a radio station or broadcasting license. I personally feel that the public's right to know who owns a domain outweighs the individual's right to anonymity in what is essentially a public place.
In fact you required a certain level of information about me before you would let me post this.
That said, I totally aggress that the process used by NTIA to make this decision was wrong.
I do appreciate your point of view though, it made me think.
Sincerely
Doc Huard
Doc Huard (http://www.docs-place.com) on Mar 30 2005, 03:33pm Reply
I understand your wish to raise the privacy issue and I support goals - however as you point out in your own communication this applies to Americans and the .US domain. Perhaps you could d in future consider that not all of your registrations are American or based in America and would do us the courtesy of not propagating what is in effect SPAM mail - something which I would hope you would also decry.
This could be avoided by only sending such information either:-
Only in your standard newsletter.
or
Only to domain owners already in the .US domain and/or to registrations that have a US postal address.
Yours Hopefully
Colin Grimwade
PS: Apart from this lapse your service has been great so far.
Colin Grimwade on Mar 30 2005, 04:57am Reply
Appreciate the point you make and your kind words as well.
Actually the issue affects you just like it does Americans, as you are purchasing your domains here. As you point out, because you are a foreign national, you don't have much recourse when it comes to writing Congress. However, you should be aware of this as it certainly affects you.
All this said, your point is well taken.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Mar 30 2005, 09:01am Reply
I don't understand about the .us business. How do you know if only Americans are getting the .us addresses? Can't anyone get one? If only American citizens are getting these addresses, why can anyone living here without citizenship get one and should they be able to?
Thank you,
Jean
Jean Motas (http://www.Your-VirtualAssistant.com) on Mar 30 2005, 02:49pm Reply
.US domain names are for US Citizens or foreign nationals who have a physical presense in the USA.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Mar 30 2005, 02:54pm Reply
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David Hart (http://none) on Mar 29 2005, 01:14pm Reply
This must be the 15th time this same post was made to the Blog. But, being the guy I am I'll let it slide once again. While I generally respect Snopes, the logic they used to discredit the "kill the bunny" site doesn't seem valid —- in fact it seems as questionable as the site they are attempting to discredit.
That said, is the SaveToby.com site real? Who knows. I certainly don't. Only thing I'm sure of is that it's not illegal.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Mar 29 2005, 02:19pm Reply
Rockyoyster (http://rockyoystersbed.com(soon to be)) on Mar 19 2005, 05:23pm Reply
GoDaddy.com does this well. I sat in a room on SuperBowl Sunday and watched you get on the map. I'd been a GoDaddy.com customer for years but the other 20 people in the room just found out about you guys. It was well done. Can't wait to see what's next.
Bret Pawlowski (http://www.bretski.com) on Mar 4 2005, 03:41pm Reply
TC Grant (http://www.tgonline.com) on Mar 2 2005, 04:41pm Reply
Once I heard of GoDaddy I haven't used anyone else for those services. And, (showing my age), I bought a few of those Parsons Technology program diskettes, back in the day, and LOVED the products.
So, it just goes to show, a winner by any other name, is still a winner! Thanks for GoDaddy AND for Parsons Technology.
Prime Real Estate (http://www.primepropertysolutions.com) on Mar 1 2005, 11:01am Reply
I wish your rules were true for everyone, I ve triied and triied ,
I'm 42, and I cant do it anymore,
thanks for trying
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brit (http://target) on May 21 2005, 07:49pm Reply
My rules also come from the significant life events I've experienced.
As an accomplished failure, drafting platitudes for navigating life has been a great way to waste my miserable existence.
1. After suffering you'll see things in life more clearly, because there won't be any people left.
2. The grass is greener on the other side of the fence, but they failed to tell me the fence was electric.
3. Don't go out of your comfort zone too much or you'll end up getting kicked out of it for good.
4. The problem of evil has already been solved. Resources to put the solution into action have been diverted elsewhere.
5. The three most important things in the world are money, power, and sex. If you have enough money you can usually do pretty well with the other two. (I stole this one from someone else).
6. A decent physical appearance may matter little in the long run, but without it, you won't get anywhere very easily.
7. The more you suffer, the more you suffer more.
8. People call pain a gift because it's so much fun to give.
9. Today is the last day of some of your life.
10. Don't let anyone tell you you're pretty on the inside until after they've cut you open.
matthew saul (http://lepton.deviantart.com/) on Feb 21 2005, 03:38pm Reply
How devine it was for me to find and read your informative and inspirational blog, "luckily" for me I found it on the day that despair regarding my entrepreneurial desires and seemmingly apparent failures needed to be CHASED AWAY, or at the very least redefined!
Although deep in my subconcious mind I knew the answers, and couldn't force myself out of the emotional quagmire; but reading them from someone else serves as not only validation, but a great source of stregnth and encouragement to get back in the saddle so to speak - Thank you for sharing!
B Flowers (http://beverlyflowers.net) on Feb 20 2005, 07:24pm Reply
Cheers,
Dan Scroggin
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Chris Nelson on Feb 5 2005, 01:50pm Reply
Thanks for the wake up call.
Above all in my book is Never, Ever Give up
Semper Fi
Best
Don
Don Broadbent (http://www.holographictechnologies.com) on Feb 5 2005, 10:48am Reply
Really like your style and philosophy. You said that you are aware of "luck" or "karma" in business. Have you ever had a situation where someone you didn't know stepped in and helped you avoid a bad situation? An anonymous phone call or letter that caused you to strategically withdraw and "check your gig line," as it were?
Curious,
Christian
Christian on Feb 4 2005, 09:07am Reply
Perhaps we could add one more - if the word "God" doesn't offend anyone.
My mom always used to remind me, that God will never put you through something you can't handle."
Nice to remember when you're going through something that seems difficult.
Julia on Feb 3 2005, 04:39pm Reply
Thank you..God doesn't offend, if it offends anyone...too bad..
Good post.
Tom Canavan (http://www.accesswallet.com) on Feb 4 2005, 09:13am Reply
Now that I have a couple of businesses of my own, I was blown away in reading the 16 rules and how they mapped so tightly with the way I run these businesses.
Thanks Bob for the learnings. Working with you was exasperating and wonderful. Your combination of madness, brilliance and massive cojones made every day truly wild and fun.
Also, please keep up the crusade to keep us free from the thought police that want to turn us into mindless, reactionary drones. D
Dave on Feb 3 2005, 07:31am Reply
Bob your blog is quite an INspiration to me and has motivated me to continue the race in seeking funding for a new endeavor I have been planning for some time now, which is original to the entire half of the state I live in, that I know of so far and still researching as I 'type.' I have created 5 new successful businesses since I was 17 but all begin to bore me even though they are going strong and I chose to work on something else and lose interest. Three of these businesses made me jump into the entrepreneural bandwagon due to the fact that there was so much competition and people kept telling me I had no chance. You know how that goes, when they tell you "you can't", you just want it that much more. To make a long story short I blew the competition away for a while and lost interest. I currently have 3 additional small businesses going but want to find a way to have this new one I mentioned above to concentrate on and work on a local area and move to a state wide arena. By the way, I live in Texas, just in case anybody was curious.
Bob you are the Entreprenurial Marval and your dot com will continue to grow because you are true to yourself and don't wear that imaginary "I'm bigger than you" hat that so many successful business people wear these days. This Blog shows your customers who you really are and where you come from and that means a lot! For you to use up your valuable, time is money, time in this form is a heads up on your part and I send you a civilian heart felt salute to you Bob.
Continued Success and Great Fortune to Everyone, Gods Speed.
Rivera (http://n/a) on Feb 2 2005, 07:27pm Reply
Success is determined by effort.
Kevin on Feb 2 2005, 12:31pm Reply
nevertheless, keep up the good work and your thoughts and work ethic are inspiring!
be good-
ken
Ken Krilla on Feb 1 2005, 09:28pm Reply
Kevin Foster (http://www.kevin-foster.com) on Feb 1 2005, 05:07pm Reply
Bob - you are our motivator !
Norman Dutt (http://sfafinity.com) on Feb 1 2005, 01:29pm Reply
Otherwise — truly — all the best.... GREAT!! Blog.
Peter on Feb 1 2005, 11:47am Reply
If it is possible that this letter could ever possibly reach Bob Parsons, I would be very greatful. The impact of his two articles today, were meaningful and TIMELY. GOD is working in my life.
Thank You,
Bob Gimes
Seminole, Fl.
Bob Grimes on Jun 30 2005, 07:22am Reply
I'm only 46
The "people who skate through life" are a myth in my opinion. When we look at others there is no way we can fathom the depth of their human experience. We know not how they suffered or struggled. We (as humans do) assume we know others much more deeply than we possibly could.
And by the same token, our own lives assume epic proportions (for ourselves) because we live every moment of them. For us, it's our grand opera. But for others - well, think about it - they're absorbed in their own grand operas. So we share a common experience as a species, and yet paradoxically - each within a universe of our own making.
Don't fool yourself - your life may have been deep, but others' lives are deep too. And the best among us are the most unassuming of them all.
Keith Weber (http://www.killerorange.com/) on Sep 9 2005, 06:33pm Reply
Your comment is right on. We all — each and every one of us — has an important story to tell.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Sep 10 2005, 08:35am Reply
I agree completely with you concerning the way we handled ads on our site. Starting last week we've now added a "Quick Check Out" option where the user can register domains and skip all those ads.
Thanks for the post,
Bob
Bob Parsons on Feb 1 2005, 02:14pm Reply
Contact me at artin@stonesurfacesmd.com
Artin A on Feb 1 2005, 11:05am Reply
It's a great set of rules. Your title really caught my attention. My folks' advice was, "They can kill you, but they can't eat you. Usually the worst they can do is say 'no'." After that 'no' was nothing.
It takes away all the power that 'no' ever had and that fear of failure that stops so many people from following there dreams. In reality, 'No' is just a chance re-define and re-attack your dreams.
Thanks, Cecily
Cecily (http://www.cmipromedia.com) on Feb 1 2005, 10:11am Reply
Your story is very inspiring.
It's great therapy to hear how you are facing challenges and using principles like your 16 Rules to find your way through tough decisions.
After growing two businesses past $100M with no outside money, you must have gained a wealth of wisdom.
...Please keep sharing your wealth!
SiMan on Feb 1 2005, 12:30am Reply
Lynn
lynn hayes on Jan 31 2005, 01:55pm Reply
Excellent post and I'm glad I found your blog. I'm going to add a trackback so that my readers can read your words of wisdom for themselves, and they truly are wise words.
Gets me thinking about doing my own at some point. I like your style. As I say all the time... some people have the "get it" factor. As in they just.... "get it". They understand seemingly complex issues and make them simple enough for everyone to bear. You are definitely one of those unique individuals who simply "get it".
Joe Holcomb (http://www.agotoguy.com/news-articles/index.php) on Jan 31 2005, 01:12pm Reply
Great post! Very inspiring. But I think the more accurate quote, as opposed to "They Can't Eat You", (which, actually, someone could do if they tried), is a saying that a mentor, a rough old western Oklahoma oil man, said to me last year, when we lost our 13-year-old family business due to the passing of my father. We were facing insurmountable debt and problems, and this man said to me: "Remember, Steve, they cain't swaller ya whole!"
So that became my byword to get us through that bleak time: "They cain't swaller me whole!"
;>
—Steve
Steve Gordon (http://www.wiz-bang.com) on Jan 31 2005, 09:51am Reply
Ever give any thought to a Bobfest? 2-3 days attached to a weekend.
Perhaps an annual workshop for godaddy and wildwest customers,
how to increase revenues, share ideas, intros to value add partners,
Upcoming stuff, collect ideas to improve things. not that you need em.
Perhaps the week before or after www.snwusa.com in AZ, or
somewhere nearby thats good for you and can handle a well behaved crowd.
Just a thought!
Thanks! ...jd
John Decatur (http://www.jamida.com) on Jan 31 2005, 12:44am Reply
Michael J. Elwell (http://MovieSchool.org) on Jan 29 2005, 10:41pm Reply
I've been a customer for some time now, and I always felt there was straitforward management behind the scenes at GoDaddy.com
Clicking on the blog, I now know why I have felt this way.
I can see how much your dad meant to you in the words that you write, and I think its awesome that you remember him when you do.
My Dad is in integral part of my life, and has always been there with the smallest of realities and obsevations, that have driven my life.
I have hosted his website www.chandlerforparks.com, that I built for him, and I hope you take a look at, on your servers for a while now. It is part of my giving back to him of what he taught me.
Thanks for the honesty and strait-forwardness in your blog. It's nice to have a name behind the face of GoDaddy.
Thanks again,
~J.Chandler
Josh Chandler (http://www.joshchandler.com) on Jan 28 2005, 12:57am Reply
THANKS, TIMOTHY GOETZKE, USN VETERAN
TIMOTHY J GOETZKE on Jan 27 2005, 11:42pm Reply
I only read this blog to find out if you were the same Bob Parsons I bought Moneycounts from 15 years ago. Sure enough, you are. And I've been using your service here without ever realizing it.
I always was saddened by the demise of that program after it was sold. IMHO it ran circles around a certain Intuit program. To this day I remember it as the best accounting program I ever used.
Not surprized at your success. You were always a class act.
Ed Osworth (http://HealthyCleanAir.com) on Jan 27 2005, 07:43pm Reply
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Joseph Slabaugh (http://www.deleted.com) on Jan 27 2005, 04:10pm Reply
I put out a little "farming" newsletter and I like to include little bits a pieces wisdom now and then. I see that this is copyrighted material and I am wondering if I might be able to get permission for a limited reprinting.
Bob (http://under construction) on Jan 27 2005, 01:09pm Reply
but seriously, thanks for this...I'd found the link to your blog on the livejournal of an employee of yours who seems to hold you in high regards, and reading this today is just exactly what I needed, and I'll be sharing it with my wife too.
We've just opened up a 24 hour espresso bar/art gallery/ small performance venue/[soon-to-be] internet cafe in downtown phoenix and this first month has been wonderful and really inspirational, it's shown to me that there's support and appreciation for what we're trying to do here and the service we're hoping to provide to the community...but equally has it been draining, exhausting and frightening...set backs with a one-time "brother" and now a problem ex-employee, losing money every day we're open, and working the graveyard shift myself only to go straight in to my dayjob (sr. network and systems admin) afterwards...from there to daycare to pick up my daughters, spend a few hours with them and hopefully see my wife for a bit before taking a couple hours nap and heading back to the cafe...well yeah, it's been one hell of a load, but I know that it's worth it and I know where I'm going, and right now it's just one foot in front of the other...thanks so much for great words of advice, they've helped to bolster me at a time when I need all the gumption I can muster. and thanks for the great service that godaddy provides, I have a handful of domains I own, and they're all registered through you...I was a webmaster for a small local isp back in late '96 (internet now / doitnow.com ) and I handled all of the domain reg issues back when network solutions was the only game in town...gawd how I hated those email templates, and the outrageous prices.
-andres
andres (http://www.CounterCultureAZ.com) on Jan 27 2005, 01:05pm Reply
Vince (http://www.thedarkhole.org) on Jan 26 2005, 11:49pm Reply
Very inspirational story! Especially to someone like myself with a very similar background. Like you, I am from the inner city of North West Baltimore — Walbrook Junction to be specific. Like you, as a kid growing up in Baltimore city, I was held up at gun point on my way home from elementary school as a 5th grader - if you can believe that! I also attended school in the evenings ending up with a degree in business from Johns Hopkins University (I almost went to UB instead). It is erie how similar our backgrounds are.
I have been a serial entrepreneur since graduating high-school in 1990 - which is partly why it took me 7 years to complete my undergraduate degree. I founded several companies throughout the 90's learning valuable lessions along the way. In the late 90's I co-founded and was the CEO of ImageCafe.com, a company that I sold to Network Solutions for $20+ million in 1999. I spent the next 18 months as a VP at Network Solutions/VeriSign going crazy ajusting to the corporate bureaucracy.
To date, I have come up with 4-rules that I can point to that has contributed to my success as an entrepreneur.
-PASSION - if you are not passionate about your vision, no one else will follow you! Not investors, not employees, no one. Your passion should always shine through.
-FOCUS - as an entrepreneur, it is critical to channel your limited resources (i.e., capital, time, network) towards a focused area. In other words, think big but increment your way there.
-PERSISTANCE - most important rule of all. Persistance can overcome even a lack of focus or lack of passion. Ignore the naysayers and always take steps to move one step closer to your goals, each an every day.
-LUCK - Luck is when opportunity meets preparation, if you are prepared, you will appear to be very lucky when opportunities present themselves. Your preparation will enable you to capitalize on those unexpected opportunities.
Well... thats all I have to say... I wish you continued success... from one entrepreneur from Baltimore to another!
SIncerely,
Clarence
Clarence Wooten (http://www.vpfund.com http://www.wirespan.com) on Jan 26 2005, 11:27pm Reply
These rules are nothing new, for Napoleon Hill insisted so much upon basically these same principles to achieve success in any field.
What is good to see with your story Bob, is that these rules once again prove to be infallible in any person doing legal businesses.
Thanks
Edwin on Jan 26 2005, 12:17am Reply
I've not heard of Napoleon Hill. So, I did do a little research and looked up what he called his "17 principles." These principles can be found at:
http://www.naphill.org/points/
and are explained there to some degree.
I find what Mr. Hill proposed certainly to be beneficial but to be somewhat different from the things I am saying. There is cross over in certain areas. That said, I certainly find the points he makes to be complementary to those rules I set forth in my blog entry. I don't think one could go wrong if they followed only those principles Mr. Hill sets forth.
Thanks for the post,
Bob
Bob Parsons on Jan 26 2005, 08:01am Reply
In addition to the extensive works of Napoleon Hill, there is a very brief and exacting text regarding success that was published in 1910 called "The Science of Getting Rich" written by Wallace Wattles.
It's some 86 pages and will change your life. It did mine.
PS- as a long time, repeat customer of godaddy.com I am proud to announce that I would never switch registrars. EVER.
Kind regards,
Nicholas Chavez
CEO, RideOnTime.com
Nicholas Chavez (http://www.rideontime.com) on Feb 2 2005, 10:01am Reply
check out: http://www.naphill.org/
Napeleon Hill (http://www.accesswallet.com) on Jan 26 2005, 08:09am Reply
After reading your rules - I acted on a few reservations I've been having. It's almost a last stab for me - so we'll see how it goes.
Thanks for the inspiration and distant leadership -
Cory
Really Great on Jan 25 2005, 07:59pm Reply
It's been one of those days ... weeks ... years for me. I feel like I'm at the bottom of the barrel today.
Because I was just plain stupid by allowing my domain registration to lapse, I found myself poking around the GoDaddy site again after I re-registered and I landed on your blog.
Your 16 rules couldn't have hit me square in between the eyes at any better time. Rules 2-6 — not giving up, quitting, and worrying; staying focused, and taking one day at a time — are especially relevant for me today. Thanks for the inspiration.
I love hearing from you on such a personal note. I've been a Go Daddy customer for a while and look forward to using your firm to grow mine.
Thanks!
Jim Elias
Jim Elias (http://eliasmpr.com) on Jan 25 2005, 04:09pm Reply
I was so inspired by this recent blog.
I submitted your blog to the producers at a radio station in LA (KFI AM640). They have this weekly segment called "Success From Scratch" which highlights individuals with similar successful backgrounds such as yours: http://www.kfi640.com/hosts/handel.html
I hope they give you a call and profile your business! Your sucess story should be heard by all!
Cheers,
Patrick
PS
Amen to your 16 rules to live by!
Patrick (http://www.villagegeeks.com) on Jan 25 2005, 02:40pm Reply
A friend of mine "turned me on" to your domains registration webpage, and I read your blog out of curiosity. Loved your 16 rules! As one who is unemployed for some time now, and has always worked since a child, I appreciated your sharing (somewhat) your personal story. You may be certain when I do register a domain name it will be with your company. I like your style, and admire your ethics!!! Sincerely, Ms. B in Tampa P.S. Thank you for your service to our country in Vietnam!!!! (all the men in my family are combat vets — two of which served in Vietnam — Semper Fi!)
Connie Blackfox on Jan 25 2005, 01:33pm Reply
Louie Shampton (http://www.lakota-industries.com) on Jan 25 2005, 01:32pm Reply
I really enjoyed reading your rules. I think everyone needs their own set, but I will be taking yours to heart as well.
We (DH and I,) have been using Go Daddy for our domain and website needs for a couple of years now. I'm happy to say that we've also recommended your company (and its tremendous customer service,) to thousands of others. I am also very happy to support a progressive company.
I own the smallest yarn store in Western Washington. While I never believed myself to be an entrepreneur prior to opening the doors, even owning a tiny business is a labor of love.
Thank you for your service to our country.
Julie
Julie on Jan 25 2005, 12:52pm Reply
Those are great rules. Thanks for sharing your wisdom.
Steve S.
Troy, MI
Steve S. on Jan 25 2005, 12:26pm Reply
David (http://www.DaddyBearHomes.com) on Jan 25 2005, 11:14am Reply
Love the blog. Just remember - things don't suck nearly
as much when you're on the right side of the grass!
W. N. on Jan 25 2005, 10:26am Reply
I have been a customer for a while, and have always liked the style of this company. I can see now where it comes from.
Thanks for your advice. I am 33, and am always looking to other entrepenuers to learn from. Great stuff.
Best regards, and I hope that we can meet face to face one day.
Carson D. Kelly
Carson on Jan 25 2005, 02:38am Reply
Yorkali
Yorkali Walters (http://www.yorkali.com) on Jan 24 2005, 10:07pm Reply
Great stuff! Your words, your 16 Rules, and the fact that they can't eat me remind me that I love life and entrepreneurship, no matter how much my head hurts with the flu right now!
Thank you!!
Ellie (http://www.adbelly.com) on Jan 24 2005, 09:30pm Reply
Great list of rules!
Boy was I surpised to learn that you are the same "Bob Parson" of Parsons Technology. I think I was one of your orginal costomers when you sold "Money Counts" as a DOS shareware program. I kept on upgrading until they, Intuit, quit making improvements. I started my church off using Membership Plus and I'm still using my copy of QuickVerse
I started using "Godaddy" for regeristing my domain names a couple of years ago. Tonight I signed up for the email service and I am now deciding which type of web hosting I want to use. This was all before I knew you were the owner of the company.
All I can say is that my trust level of "Godaddy" has gone way up because of my past dealings with "Parsons Technology" when you were the owner.
Have a great day,
Joe
Joe Bottomlee on Jan 24 2005, 08:17pm Reply
David Musial (http://OneWorldArtists.com) on Jan 24 2005, 05:27pm Reply
Thanks for you wisdom. I have been using your programs since the early 90's. Tis a shame. AdressBook is by far the best I have ever seen, and the present owner will not upgrade it to operate on XP. Is there a possiblility that you could reintroduce it into your stable? I'm sure the present owner would let it go for a song. I believe it would be a very viable program for you. Think about it.
Doit L. Koppler (http://www.dkoppler.com) on Jan 24 2005, 02:15pm Reply
The more I read of your life story the more I understand why Go Daddy has been a perfect match for my company. I admire the strength, determination and zest for life that you easily convey to others. You have embedded those same traits in the culture of Go Daddy — they are especially evident in the technical support department where no issue goes unresolved.
I grew up on the South Side of Chicago surrounded by four generations of family and I, too, have a strong set of rules that I use to help others live passionately. My list boils down to 52, one for every week of the year. You mention luck and karma. I believe in coincidence. That's probably why I am struck by the fact that you were confronted with a fateful life-or-death situation at the very young age of 16 and you also live by 16 rules for survival. Coincidence? You decide!
JoAnna Carey (http://www.RatRaceRelaxer.com) on Jan 24 2005, 12:24pm Reply
Your business rules and ettiqutte are true examples of a serious business person with a dream.
Also I would like to add that if your competition dosnt like what your doing, it means they wished they had come up with the idea first.
Good luck everyone, Hopefully Bob's advice and experiences will help many people achieve.
I would also like to add my company motto that hangs over our boardroom door, Its mine and I live by it.
"F**K Em if they can't take a joke"
S.Alek (http://www.canadianniagarahotels.com) on Jan 24 2005, 07:24am Reply
Thank you. Your rules came to me at a time when I needed them the most.
Kelly
Kelly David (http://www.kellydavid.com) on Jan 24 2005, 06:33am Reply
Think, feel, act...
Think about it.
Brandon
Brandon (http://www.inlandmedia.com) on Jan 24 2005, 03:54am Reply
Meanwhile, as we wait for the book, it'd be neat to have your 16 on a poster. Good stuff.
cheers
Eric
Eric (http://songzilla.blogspot.com) on Jan 23 2005, 11:46pm Reply
Hazen Hoffpauir on Jan 23 2005, 11:03pm Reply
Check it out: http://www.businessweek.com/smallbiz/content/dec2003/sb2003121_9521.htm
Michelle Nichols (http://www.savvyselling.com) on Jan 23 2005, 09:27pm Reply
Just read your article. Appreciate you providing us with the link. Until your post, the only person I ever heard the "they can't eat you" saying from was my Dad.
This just goes to underscore that original ideas are rare indeed — particularly, I suppose, when it comes to folksy sayings.
Like you, I've used this saying many times to keep things in perspective. It was always particularly meaningful to me during those times when I was losing my shirt and needed to hang on, and other times when I was facing a significant challenge of one form or another.
Thanks for your post,
Bob
Bob Parsons on Jan 23 2005, 11:46pm Reply
I can sum it all up in a short phrase I'm sure you'll recognize (cuz I do):
You da man.
-T
Tim Lacy (http://http:/www.timlaranch.com) on Jan 24 2005, 12:46am Reply
Thanks for the words of wisdom. I've recently considered giving up my quest to leave a stressful corporate life to start my own business, as I haven't had so much as a nibble in months despite my best efforts at promoting my services. Deep down, I know I have to keep trying - and your words have given me a new determination.
Jeanine (http://www.remotelypossible.biz) on Jan 23 2005, 01:35pm Reply
Cheers,
Garret LoPorto
garret@mediaforyourmind.com
Garret LoPorto (http://www.mediaforyourmind.com/truemajority) on Jan 23 2005, 06:47am Reply
Bob your rules for survival remind me alot of what business schools try to teach. There is no substitute for setting up some sort of schematic and whether it is called rules, or a business plan. Having these "rules" involved in ones life will surely help the odds of success favor the holder.
I have used a business plan and some rules of my own called critical analysis to help me succeed in business.
But, focusing on your plans or dreams is key to having successful outcomes.
These rules or plans should be carried around and changed as needed to adapt to the changes in the business environment.
So some extra advice for anyone wanting to start their own business or achieve anything. Plan, set some of your own rules up and do it!
I do have a sample business plan on my website Astoreonline.com in the drop down menu labeled Vics Tips.
Sincerely,
Victor Vovakes
CEO/Founder
Astoreonline.com
Victor Vovakes (http://Astoreonline.com) on Jan 23 2005, 01:01am Reply
I have been out of my comfort zone for some time now, I have been trying so hard to build for those dreams, and honestly I have felt myself slipping away.
Tonight I was thinking that I really can't push on much more . The feeling of limbo is like a luke warm bath neither soothing, nor iritating - it just is what it is. Then I found this blog while surfing the Internet, and I read your 16 rules. I related to your story because I remember seeing your Parsons Technology products when I was just nineteen - quite some time ago and your rules had me laughing and crying at the same time and shaking my head in understanding and agreement.
I want you to know that what I needed was what you provided. Sixteen reasons to keep holding on, pushing harder and keeping the faith that my success is really just a matter of time. I just want to say thank you, you made a real difference tonight.
Warmest Regards,
Phil C.......
Phil C...... on Jan 22 2005, 10:39pm Reply
I want thank you for your 16 rules. It was most inspiring. Needless to say, your knowledge is vast.
I strongly believe that Knowledge is the only real wealth in this world. Those who acquire this wealth and distribute it to others are real Great Men. Thanks for the post.
Bob, you are Great!
Mohammad Ullah (http://www.ullah.net) on Jan 22 2005, 10:07pm Reply
I really enjoyed reading your "rules", your life journey and the posting on PTSD. They put a whole new perspective on you and the company. I have a better understanding about what drives the company and the employees to work so hard.
Hope to see you next year at the Christmas party.
Annette (Mrs. Chip) Maxson
Annette Maxson on Jan 22 2005, 09:56am Reply
I have moved my small businesses around to various hosts and so forth. I discovered GoDaddy and have been pleased 100% of the time. There of course have been minor problems but your staff was ALWAYS, prompt, helpful and went out of there way to ensure it was taken care of.
I have read this post and printed it out for my office wall. After reading your post, I now understand WHY GoDaddy works so well.
I'm going to have my entire team read this and learn it.
Thank you for taking the time to share this.
Tom
Tom Canavan (http://www.accesswallet.com) on Jan 22 2005, 08:39am Reply
/me prints the rules and sticks 'em to my desk
Lord Brar (http://www.cafemx.com) on Jan 22 2005, 06:19am Reply
first of all, thank you for your service in the military
second of all, thanks for godaddy
third, is Theycanteatyou.com available ??
hehehehehe.....LOL
just kidding
keep up the great work !
all good things,
bulldozer
mark on Jan 21 2005, 10:58pm Reply
Back in October, my family's business, which I had been running was forced into Bankrupcy. It was hell and rebuilding has been a whole new challenge, but everyday I look for some wisdom to move me one step closer to my greatest and yet undiscovered career. Your 16 rules are inspiring and grounding all at the same time. As I read each rule I remembered how much I have forgotten. - Thanks
Bill Sebell (http://www.earthwindandtire.com) on Jan 21 2005, 07:55pm Reply
I just wanted to take this opportunity to say Hey! and that I appreciate your site.
The advisor of one of the professional organizations I am involved in at ASU works for Go Daddy and passed this list on to our group a few months back. 1, 7, 14, and 16 really stick out to me.
Especially as a student competing against hundreds or thousands of other students for scholarships, internships, jobs, and otherwise, I feel that I must always go above and beyond especially in the areas where it challenges me. (1 and 7)
As far as solving problems goes, I agree that following will not take me far and that my own decisions can lead to a growth in knowledge. However, "Solve your own problems" to me means something a little bit different from what you are trying to express. To me it means that despite the issues, problems, and arisings going on around you, you have to solve your own problems first. Focus on your own problems and get them taken care of, then you will be able to live happily and look to help others.
Which leads right into 16, and that couldn't be more true.
Cheers, and keep the great postings coming.
Rick Maher
Rick (http://www.rickmaher.info) on Jan 21 2005, 07:05pm Reply
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Understand why what "used to work" don't work now.
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