Hi Bob, I have also been a customer since the Parson Tech days. I liked your products then and still remember when you sold to Intuit. I actually use godaddy and like it very much. Thank you for creating such quality products over the years and I wish you continued success.
Kind Regards,
Rob Rob Florkowski on May 14 2010, 01:36pm Reply
Hey Bob. Been a customer and a fan since the Parson Tech days. Love your company and love your style! You continue to inspire many of us. Scotty B on Apr 27 2010, 01:49pm Reply
Semper Fi MAC! One of Uncle Sam's Misguided Children. I was stationed as a corpsman with 3rd Mardiv 1970-71 (medevaced out with hepatitis, I looked like a banana...)
Keep up the good stuff! I do website and graphic design at this juncture in my life. Marty on Jan 15 2010, 02:37pm Reply
Happy Birthday Marine. Thanks for what you've done with Go Daddy and thanks to the tribute video for our Brothers. (And Sisters...)
Semper Fi
Ron Soens
MGySgt, USMC(Ret) Ron Soens on Nov 10 2009, 12:04pm Reply
i have been a godaddy customer for years and i can honestly say godaddy is the best company i have ever dealt with, the service is top-notch and the prices are low...i am really thankful such a company exists and makes it easier for entrepreneurs such as myself to run their business...THANK YOU BOB FOR CREATING GODADDY serge (http://www.cbcjobs.com) on Jul 11 2009, 09:36pm Reply
Waiting for my domain name transfer from register.com (sneaky bunch), to GoDaddy.com (my new-found business friend). I'm starting to read all your past blogs to get caught up. This one is great—simple, straight-forward, inspiring, full of hope and encouragement for all us "little guys" that want to succeed and do good. Rodney Bell on Apr 20 2009, 08:13pm Reply
I loved your bio. I have been buying domains from you for a long time and read your blog before. Keep up the good work. Peter (http://www.luxuryhomesnetwork.com/) on Feb 3 2009, 12:59am Reply
This is simply amazing!
I couldn't believe it when I saw your superbowl commercial Bob, I had to check it out on your website to see if it was really you.
I too am a former employee of Parsons Technology. And after reading through your bio and all the comments from loyal Parsons software users, it really brought back alot of memories from the start of my career at Parsons.
I owe alot to you Bob, and the Parsons organization, and I'm excited to see you're heading up yet another successful venture.
Best wishes,
Scott Scott on Feb 1 2009, 09:38pm Reply
Bob, great story thanks for sharing. I about fell over when I read you started parson tech as I had been a faithful user until Intuit bought it! Glad to hear your doing well as it makes a great american story and having fun to boot! wish I could pick your brain some time on the starting business side of things...guessing you have a ton of "real" knowledge..
Bob,
I have been using Money Counts since you first released it. I was using Money Counts 9.0c up until 1/3/2009 when my computer crashed. My new computer arrived 7 days later with Windows Vista on it and Money Counts won't install or run on it so I tried to install it on my laptop that still has XP Professional on it. Since my old computer ran XP Professional I thought that it would work on the laptop also but I am having the same problem, it won't install or run. I have tried running it in compatability mode on both computers but that doesn't work either. Do you have any ideas why or how to make it work again. I need to get my tax info for 2008 so I can do my taxes and I like Money Counts and don't want to have to switch to a different program. Thank you for a great product and I hope you can give me some ideas on how to make it work again. Jeffery Morehead on Jan 22 2009, 04:26pm Reply
Money Counts for DOS on newer computers. I have been using Money Counts since 1985 or 86. I kept using version 6.5 until it would not handle the y2k year roll over. I then switched to version 8. I am still using it. I had bought all of the upgrades as they came out and just stored them away. In the last couple of years, I have done extensive research on making version 8 run on fast computers that give the runtime 200 error problem. I have completly solved that problem by using MoSlow for Business. I am now running my MC8 on any current day computers under both DOS7 or VMware virtural machines. If anybody is interested in my research let me know. I have this comment tagged for notification. Dallas on Mar 2 2010, 09:25am Reply
Jeffery... I saw you comment on Money Counts and I still use it too. I have it working just fine on my Vista system. I got it to work by changing the compatibility settings when you right click on the program's icon. Course I didn't have any trouble installing the program, just couldn't get the backup file to install and establish itself untill I changed the compatibililty settings to work in and older windows environment (Windows 95 Compatibility Mode). Roger Sanders on Feb 21 2009, 03:39pm Reply
hi,
I found it interesting to read your bio, but i found the year missing in some of the events in your life. With those dates would have been much more interesting. jivan (http://www.cyberwebmedia.net) on Jan 9 2009, 05:55am Reply
Godaddy.com is a nice service provider. They have always given us what we are looking for. Fantastic services they provide. Mobile Phones UK (http://www.mobilephonesuk.org.uk/) on Nov 20 2008, 03:30am Reply
OOO-RAH! I am a proud mother of a Marine. Make a little money from a lot of people. I like!!!!! Susan Vinez on Nov 10 2008, 12:57pm Reply
Happy Birthday Marine! I received you 233rd birthday message from a fellow Marine. Thanks so much for taking the time to honor the Few, the Proud, the Marines.
Paul Barron, LTCOL USMC (ret)
Director of Library and Archives
George C. Marshall Foundation Paul Barron (http://www.marshallfoundation.org) on Nov 10 2008, 07:50am Reply
Thanks for sharing your story, it's always interesting to know how successful entrepreneur's made it to the top. Great job! Jason (http://www.tcc5.com/) on May 22 2008, 11:03am Reply
When I first used a computer I recall purchasing software from Parsons Technology. I liked evereything I had purchased. In the process of looking for software I kept your name and figured I would check it out. I enjoyed your bio and for some reason I feel as if I had met you. My best wishes for a happy peaceful retirement. Marlys Salo on May 7 2008, 05:15pm Reply
Good evening Mr. Parsons,
Thank you for the providing the blog article. I have been searching for a contact number or email address so I can inquire about the availability of access for downloading the MemberPlus software including MoneyCounts. Our church purchased the program and have been using it successfully. However our computer has failed and we are unable to use it any more. We have moved and I am not able to locate the program cd software or information. I believe the software was registered under Fresh Anointing International Church Birmingham, AL a few years back. We would sure be blessed if we could download it from a site on the internet.
Thank you for your help.
Sincere Blessings,
Rita A. Phillips Rita on Apr 30 2008, 09:14pm Reply
How interesting! I bought many Parsons software packages, but my favorite was and is Money Counts 9.0 which I still use. I was so disappointed when you sold it to Intuit and they did not continue Money Counts. I hate Quicken because it does not follow accounting principals the way Money Counts did.
I also like Go Daddy as a host for our church webpage.
Best luck to you.
L. L. Amos, a native Iowan but now in Oklahoma Anonymous (http://wocc.org) on Mar 9 2008, 05:33pm Reply
That's a pretty interesting life story - eventful to say the least. It's amazing to hear about the old computers and what they cost!! Jayson (http://www.newhomessection.com) on Feb 25 2008, 05:20pm Reply
Bob; I have many products with the Parson Technology logo, from Hiawatha, IA. We are still using MoneyCounts, 9.0, now for our church. Still a fantastic program.
In May, 1968, I was stationed at HQMC; always nice to talk to a Marine. Not sure how many other Marines check out your BIO, but look at Grunt.com when you get a chance; all Marine gear, located in OKC.
Is the charactiature on GoDaddy TV ads supposed to be you?
Semper Fi, brother
JimMc
GySgt of Marines (1949-1970) Jim McMahon on Dec 19 2007, 09:23pm Reply
Godaddy.com is excelent domain service provider. I visited many times and got whatever I was looking for. Thanks for great services. Mobile Jazz (http://www.mobilejazz.co.uk) on Aug 10 2007, 03:29am Reply
Bob,
I was so thrilled to find this entry and to hear from a friend about this new company. I was a former employee of what once was Parsons Technology, still use many of the programs today, as well does my family. I miss the company greatly and am very glad to see that your new venture is doing so well!
Denise,
I am in a bit of a pickle. I saw your post and wondered if you could help me out. I am a deacon at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Mountain City, TN. Our treasurer at the church, who uses Parson's Membership Plus 4.0, is unable to retrieve any of his backed up financial or membership data for the parish? I am fairly pc savvy but was unable to figure out the problem. Is there any way you can help? Thanks You!
Deacon John John Hackett on Jan 10 2008, 11:11am Reply
Bob,
I still use MoneyCounts for my personal finances. Every one of the programs you developed worked perfectly and were / are easy to use.
I thought I recognized the name after seeing your bike built on American Chopper
Best luck to you in your future ventures! Mark Moro on May 8 2007, 02:22pm Reply
Hi Parsons I'm from Mexico, i really enjoyed your bio but must at all i really liked the 16 rules for success ! I'm with you with those words and ideas ... but maybe one important is not there ... do what you really want to do ! i know you think the same but i only want to remember to all the people that are in the web business ... well i have 19 years old and maybe some of the guys that are starting in this business can think that its very easy ... and the amazing thing its that YES its easy only never see to the floor ... some times will not be perfect as you want but if you go ahead and do the right thing for you and for all your people you will be a successful men ! like you my friend ... well i really like you to answer me something ... please tell me whats the most important personal advice that you can give me !!! that sounds a little weird but i will be very thankful ... well have a nice and happy day and sell thousands and thousands of domains jeje : D .
Loved your bio. I used money counts for years. Great program.
Al Kirchhofer al kirchhofer cpa on Apr 11 2007, 08:51pm Reply
Interesting bio. I wondered if you were the same Bob Parsons as 3D-Calc, Money Counts, PTE, and the various church software. Kudos for keeping on keeping on. Robert on Mar 26 2007, 11:59pm Reply
Dear Robert,
If you are talking about Parsons Technology...I'm the same guy.
This is a very inspiring story. I must say that you have really overcome a lot, and as much your story may be translated to many, many lives. Thank you for sharing. I salute you and your success.
Have a great St. Patty's Day,
Scott Scott Vidmar on Mar 17 2007, 11:57pm Reply
I loved your bio. It's a very good example of life. Congrats. I admire you. Jorge (http://www.espanhol.org) on Jan 20 2007, 01:46am Reply
We have misplaced our copies of Announcements 6 and 7, and the whole house is in an uproar. We can't imagine who could have moved them. We can't get along without it and we can't find it for sale anywhere. I didn't realize we were so dependent. I tried using Word, but it just is not the same. It takes losing something to realize how much we appreciated your company. I have been your customer since the first versions came out. We have almost all the software you ever sold. We don't have our floppy drive or we can use those versions. Anyone can help us? We do appreciate Go Daddy. I have used that quite a bit for setting up web pages, and thanks!
Virginia Virginia Norris on Dec 15 2007, 01:54pm Reply
When I read that Go Daddy was run by Bob Parson I was curious to see if it was the same Bob Parsons who used to put personal notes in software purchased from Parsons Technology. When I read the bio I was surprised to find a fellow Marine. I served with 3/26 from December 68 to Sept. 69. Welcome Home, Semper Fi.
Steve Delano Steve Delano on Dec 6 2006, 06:57pm Reply
Go Daddy Rules. Its easy and innovative. Hope to see more value added services. If you want some ideas, you can contact me on my website at aliroger.com
I just stumbled across your website while investigating an opponent in a legal case. Glad to see you are alive and well after disappearing from the scene with Parson Technology. I still use MoneyCounts 9.0 and waiting for the upgrade if and when it comes!
Now that know you are Go Daddy, I will support your company with my business.
Great reading your bio; I built my first IBM based computer in 1982 from a Heathkit, basically from scratch, soldered every component. I remember buying my first hard drive ... 10 Meg for $600 wholesale.
Isn't it amazing how you can always learn so m uch more and do so much better doing something you love to do!
Best to you Dan Shapiro on Aug 31 2006, 11:57pm Reply
Great to find you at Godaddy. I have used your "parsons" software for years. In fact, I still use Moneycounts 9.0 for my personal accounting. No real reason to change after it was sold to Intuit. I have used many other of the Parsons technology programs throughout the years.
Our church recently moved our domains and web hosting to Godaddy because of great did. I didn't realize that you were behind it. Actually makes me feel even better about the decision. Dennis Hester (http://www.fbcwatauga.org) on Jul 16 2006, 03:13pm Reply
Hi Bob, Keith and Jon,
First and foremost thanks to Bob for the informative and interesting story about Bob and the GoDaddy site. Having worked in software engineering for many years, I too arrived at the conclusion that shrink-wrap as we know it will is destined to go away and will be replaced by software as a service.
And that brings to me to the comment posted by Keith and Jon. We have created an online booking system that enables all small- and medium sized business to accept online reservations, regardless of business type. Completely hosted, so no software or hardware needs to be installed, the booking system even allows businesses with multiple outlets and associations to collaborate and create branded websites.
We have a common goal - make it easy and fun for virtually person or entity to accept bookings and I would be delighted to discuss opportunities for to us to work together.
Best regards,
Martin Israelsen
Co-founder and Chief Architect
WebReserv.com
http://www.webreserv.com
I enjoyed your bio and find similarities in mine and yours. Except I'm still broke and still haven't reached my big break with my hobbies. Thanks for sharing your story.
I liked what you wrote in your Bio, I am an entrepreneur myself and believe in the simplicity and philosophy to create a business which in turn helps masses as you have mentioned. I was always interested in asking you a question as it was first thing which came in my mind when I opened by account at godaddy
Q: How did you came up with the name goDaddy? Does this has to do with a combination of business model/inspiration from your father?
Sincerely,
Sumeet Malik
President & founder
Netgains Network Solutions
http://www.netgains.org Sumeet (http://www.netgains.org) on Jun 14 2006, 09:59am Reply
I enjoyed reading your bio...it gives hope.
I too had an Apple II, and I use to help our teachers load software with the old audio cassette tapes in their Trash 80's...they could never get the tone right.
My friend and I have started our own software company...a little late in the game, but it is still a wide open field, and software, and the Internet have not scratched the surface.
We use Godaddy exclusively to create URL's for our customers. I would like to offer you service to add to your product line-up. We make an online gift certificate system, and an online reservation system for small business. You can't beat the price. We would like to offer the http://www.giftedsites.com for one year free for every new Godaddy customer. No fees, or charges. Completely secure.
Jon and I also offer the online reservation system..which frankly we would like to sell. We do not have the infrastructure to create these new accounts. Basically, it allows small websites to take an online booking like the big guys through http://www.datelock.com. Godaddy could offer this on a fee basis, or better, a pay per booking basis.
Hope to hear from you. Loved your story, and website.
Sincerely,
Keith Williams
Vice President & Cofounder
LinkMountain Software Coporation
http://www.linkmountain.com
Good article. Currently examining various CEO experiences to determine good people to learn from. I like the story. Becoming CEO of 3 companies simultaneously has thrown me onto the front lines (green).
Godaddy has helped streamline some of initial IT fears and keep things rolling properly. My congratulations to your success,...keep up the good work.
Regards,
Donald Smithhisler Donald Smithhisler (http://n/a) on May 23 2006, 10:53pm Reply
Bob,
I've watched GoDaddy soar since you started it. I also worked for you at Parson's Technology. I must say you are definitely an inspiration to me as I saw both of your companies succeed as such. I give you props. Perhaps in the future I can find a place in your company again. It was a pleasure working for you before and would be again, I'm sure. Chris on Apr 18 2006, 02:35pm Reply
Bob,
Have been a user of MCW since its inception. Recently installed it from 2 floppys V 8.0 in a new XP Media Center HP Desktop. Now that I want to install it in a laptop, disks are damaged and cannot be read. Do you know of anyway of my getting any MCW new disks? Quicken doesn't even come close to MCW!! Good luck in your new venture!
I keep bumping into you. First, many many years ago when I puchased MoneyCounts. A great program!!
When you sold to Intuit, I was sort of lead to Quickbooks where I have been eversince.
Then, I hire a guy to register my company name. He does that but hasn't taken it any further. I hire another guy and in order to get going again, I need to contact GoDaddy to change things over.
Who is on the main page but someone named Bob Parsons.
You seem to be way ahead of the curve!!
I remember a story I read about you when you 'finally' succeeded with your accounting software. I think it was in Entrepreneur Magazine. It said you decided to sell it for $19.95 or so and were deluged by orders. Again, way ahead of the curve.
Then you started 'maintenance updates' and probably made more on those than the original sales of the software. I sort of wish you hadn't taught them that lesson.
I wondered if you were the same guy that started Parsons Technology. The only software that I have never been able to replace is Parsons "Address Book". Nothing else is an good to this day. Only wish it was still supported by Intuit so I could get an updated version. Amazing bio and good luck to you. patoot on Feb 11 2006, 10:39am Reply
Hey Bob! So proud to see a Baltimore guy, as I am, doing so well, financially and as a person. I grew up in Bmore, my folks are still there. I moved to NYC in 97 and after bouncing around and going broke myself, I have landed at a media company that sells outdoor advertising in Times Square, AC and Vegas with more locations on the way.
Bob, is this the type of advertising that GoDaddy.com might be interested in? I would like to send you info on these exciting locations. I am working with a few other Baltimore businesses and I love love love to help a "homeboy" person/company do well. I take great pride in Baltimore and helping natives succed.
Thanks for your time.
Best,
David Dave Rose on Feb 8 2006, 12:32pm Reply
Why didn't you mention Iowa in your Bio? Jerry Chaffee on Feb 4 2006, 09:39am Reply
Bob,
First I want to thank you for your service. I am an Operation Iraqi Freedom vet that has just been hired by your company here in Gilbert! Glad to be aboard. Jesse Adams on Jan 30 2006, 11:53pm Reply
Bob, I also have fond memories of Parsons Tech. I was a consultant in Mason City, IA and recommended and used your software a lot. I'm doing a lot of work with GoDaddy (as much as I can do with the limitations of your site) and am very happy with it. I run an ISP now and your company sold me because when I called to get domain support, I actually got to talk with someone and they helped me correctly right away.
Keep up the good work and I hope to be able to do a lot more business with you in the future.
seems u've did many efforts to be a unique in your life not suddenly but eventually.After all persons can't make one selves perfect in a sudden moment. kerrie (http://www.yahoo.com) on Jan 9 2006, 01:18am Reply
isnt that what kills this country and alot of leaders"c.e.os". The assumption that you are going to train for one week and rush to the olympics.
Parsons, have u read lee iaccocca;s biography? It has some excellent views on management and also a wonderful breakdown on what is wrong with this country in general. I dont know whether you feel the same way. The more and more i talk to elder people, the more i conclude that if you truly enjoy your work, you shouldn't retire. Do start a thread about that when you do get sometime. It would be interesting to hear peoples thoughts, and yours of course included. nicholas kamau (http://www.usualbitching.com) on Jan 10 2006, 04:03pm Reply
I work for a former army guy atwork. He told me the same thing, Being retired is just not for him. If youve read lee iacocas biography, he says the same thing. America is obsessed with having people retire by the time they are 50, which is wrong. You just get better at what you do in life. Talk about that more on your blog. AMERICA'S OBSESSION WITH HAVING THEIR OLD AND WISE RETIRE. while japan kicks butt by having their old and wise lead their golden companies. i.e samsung nicholas kamau (http://www.usualbitching.com) on Jan 4 2006, 09:48am Reply
Bob-
I was a customer of Parsons Technologies, they had excellent software, at low cost. I grew up with Heathkit computers, 8 bit technology, TRS 80 , Apple II. + 64k memory. My son questions me, whats 8 bit.?
Glad you're at the helm of GODADDY.com, with your philosophy, it will zoom high.
RON BEHL RONALD BEHL (http://none) on Feb 7 2006, 07:37am Reply
Dear Bob,
As a customer of GoDaddy for quite a while now with many domains, I want to thank you guys on all your friendly, fast service! It's truly appreciated!
Cheers'
Tahsin YAZICIOGLU
President , SDNR.ORG
Istanbul, Turkiye
I am your happy customer since some years ago ! You are a great person ! Congratulations for your great enterpreneuship spirit !
Best wishes, Alvaro Abril, A Columbian Man.living in Guatemala. ALVARO ABRIL (http://www.alvaroabril.com) on Nov 18 2005, 11:29am Reply
Keep on Keepin' on.
Love your style and hope to get all my stuff moved to GD asap.
dave leininger
USAF 1958-1986 Ret.
Thanks for all the inspiring log messages. dave leininger on Nov 17 2005, 08:38am Reply
I was a good customer of Parsons Tech Had MCW (still use v9) all versions, Membership plus, Bible software, etc.,screen dreams, Found the software to be of high quality always. Your Bio matches overall my impression of you. I wondered where you went. If I remember right, when you sold out Parsons Tech, it was for a reported 64 million! I am glad you are back in business and hope you are putting out some more quality software.
Best wishes to you Bob! Mario U. Herrera on Aug 21 2005, 02:17am Reply
Dear Mario,
I did sell it for $64 million but between divorce, the dot com crash and getting GoDaddy.com off the ground just about all of that has vanished. C'est la vie!
Bob. Great blog! I have enjoyed reading about the beginning of Parsons Technology.
I recently purchased my domain for $19.95. I should've bought it from Go Daddy. I could've saved a little cash. My domain automagically hooked up with my host so I can't complain too loud.
Keep writing vaulable insight. You have many loyal readers.
- Brandon Doyle
Hey! As a customer of godaddy for quite a while now with many domains, I want to thank you guys on all your friendly, fast service! It's truly appreciated!
With the brown-nosing out of the way, I was wondering if you will be doing an autobiography any time soon? Or perhaps someone writing a biography of you! I think it would be very interesting to read, and as an emerging entrepeneur myself, would love to see how you guys started out and what not!
Let me know if we can be expecting something anytime, so i can go to barnes and noble and pick it up!
Cheers'
Justin Justin Germain on Jun 12 2005, 05:07pm Reply
Dear Justin,
Actually there is a book in the works. We're in the process of looking for an agent.
hey bob, i read an article about go daddy on the southwest airlines magazine. i admire your success in the dot com world. I myself would like to be in the hightech business. any advise for me? I am looking for a mentor...I have a few products I would like to bring to the market
robert cenizal ROBERT on May 31 2005, 05:08pm Reply
Dear Bob
You are a Great American! I admire the time you have served as an american troop. I would also like to thank all of our troops that our serving our country right now and I am sure you feel the same. I find it hard that many americans have not gone out of their way to thank our troops. Bob, I know you are dedicated to thanking our troops and I am too; Consequently, I have created a unique program here in Arizona that involves all people who do not have a chance to thank our troops serving our country. After reading your Bio, I would think you do everything in your power to thank the troops. Bob I am asking for your help to get my program established. I believe this program could also bring positive exposure to GoDaddy.com and also let the world know that Bob Parson has served his Country and is helping support the Troops now. I want to thank and look forward to a time in the future where we could discuss this positive program I am starting.
GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!
Mr Stripes Stars
Damian Enderle
P.S. GO DADDY . COM ROCKS!! Mr Stripes Stars on Jun 6 2005, 12:22am Reply
Dear Damian,
I admire the goal you have, however it's not for me to be involved with.
I genuinely appreciate what our troops have done and are doing (in all conflicts this country has ever been involved in). I've also been very vocal about this. That said, I simply cannot get involved in every new endeavor, in fact I have to limit what I do to my own pursuits.
Please understand that my time and resources are very limited.
This is regarding the US government's recent ban on privacy for all .US domain names. I understand that you believe liberty should prevail in this matter.
Have you considered the concept of civil disobedience to defeat the government on this issue?
What do you think would happen if GoDaddy publicly announced that, on a specific future date, ALL .US domain name privacy that was originally removed will be reinstated, in clear violation of the new law? Even if they tried to stop you, they couldn't, because laws cannot stop outlaws. The publicity would be unprecedented.
Watch the movie Gandhi and you will see exactly what will happen. The government will enforce the law against you and it will make a fool out of itself in the process.
When the law is wrong, public nonviolent noncooperation is an option to show the brutality of the system.
Please visit our website for more information on civil disobedience.
Thank you very much for your time! Mike (http://NHFree.com) on May 27 2005, 09:45am Reply
Dear Mike,
If we did that, we'd be de-credited in a finger snap, and then our .US customers would be dealing with another registrar. Consequences are just too big, and we'd accomplish nothing.
Hi Bob,
I am completely impressed with your bio. I am interested in building a business and want to know if you will mentor me!
(The nerve, right?) I am president of a small staffing firm in Ohio.
If you would ever consider helping a complete stranger, I have the same philosophy about treating people right-no smoke and mirrors. I have a partner in a current business that doesn't operate like I want to, so I've reached a level of frustration. (But he's the one with the cash.)
I suppose I'm dreaming, but that's what us entrepeneurs do, ain't it?
Tanya Tanya (http://www.keepintouchwithcards.com) on May 26 2005, 05:44pm Reply
Dear Tanya,
I'm sorry but I don't have the time to be a mentor (at least not an active one).
I somewhat understand what it's like to be in the situation you are in. My advice would be to look within yourself for the answers you need —- I know this sounds trite — but I guarantee you that they are there. You really don't need anyone else to provide them.
Semper Fi. I can honestly say that the Marines gave me the determination and discipline to never take "no" for an answer in business.
I left the Marines, got 2 graduate degrees and was a CFO at the age of 32 years old.
I haven't had the success that you've shared, but I hope to one day...
Tony V. 2 Battalion /10th Marines Tony Velazquez (http://None at the moment) on May 10 2005, 12:44pm Reply
Dear Bob
You are a Great American! I admire the time you have served as an american troop. I would also like to thank all of our troops that our serving our country right now and I am sure you feel the same. I find it hard that many americans have not gone out of their way to thank our troops. Bob, I know you are dedicated to thanking our troops and I am too; Consequently, I have created a unique program here in Arizona that involves all people who do not have a chance to thank our troops serving our country. After reading your Bio, I would think you do everything in your power to thank the troops. Bob I am asking for your help to get my program established. I believe this program could also bring positive exposure to GoDaddy.com and also let the world know that Bob Parson has served his Country and is helping support the Troops now. I want to thank and look forward to a time in the future where we could discuss this positive program I am starting.
I remember Parson's Technology fondly. Simple, straighforward, inexpensive Tax software, greeting card creator, and a host of other inexpensive, do what they promise to do, software packages.
Every time I do my taxes or curse at some over-bloated package, I miss the approach Parson's Technology took. It's comes as no surprise that GoDaddy, as a concept, comes from Bob Parsons. I'm just annoyed it took me so long to realize it and move all of my domain names here.
Your achievements reinforce my belief that "Success is 90% Attitude and 10% Aptitude".....as such, it prompts one to take on another approach to ensure that we're surrounded by the same spirit, "Hire for Attitude, Train for Skills."
Bob, I want to use your dad's advice, "if you love something, it tells you all its secrets." Was it original to him? If so, may I have his first name, so I can credit the man?
Best regards,
John John Yezeguielian on May 2 2005, 07:56am Reply
Dear John,
My dad's first name was Ralph. I don't think it was original with him —- although it was from him that I first heard it.
When it comes to those sorts of sayings, I think you'll find that there is very little indeed that is original.
I just read Your story after having an issue with Your tech support and I feel it is just fair to say how much I appreciate Your business and service - in general.
I hope You keep on doing well so many more people have a chance to get their webs up and going.
Here in Centralamerica, where I am based, we see outrages prices for quite lousy webdesign and webservices - many of them represented as "untitled documents" - for example. You may want to search at Google for "Costa Rica untitled document" to see what I mean.
On the other hand, those people who need a hand hardly have a chance. small markets, little knowledge about market opportunities elsewhere ...
Thats why I try to help them and why appreciate Your service, because it economically accessible also for people who try to "start up" - as You did more than one time
Best regards and best wishes - and whenever You come to Costa Rica - please gice me a call; I might want to make a little gift to You:
What would You think about a REAL TREE standing a rain forest reserve in Costa Rica.
Best regards and further good success with Godaddy ...
I have to say that I am very impressed with your company and history. I am a college freshman in virgina and I would like to apply for a internship. I just submitted my resume, please if you have time take a look.
Im happy for the radio station. Its very fun. I started a college radio show a few weeks ago, but yours is amazingly clear. Evan Miller (http://www.ktlc.us) on Mar 31 2005, 01:11am Reply
Bob,
I've been meaning to write ever since I got your birthday card on November 9th. What a great salute to our beloved Corps. Now that I know more about you, I'm even more impressed. I started out in personal computers much the same as you did (I just got rid of my Apple ][ a couple years ago), but I chose to stay in the Marine Corps for 27 years, so I wasn't able to make much money off my hobby. It was well worth it though. When I retired I couldn't stay away so I went back to work for the Corps as a civilian employee. In the Corps we firmly believe that we return former Marines to society as better citizens than when they joined. I would certainly say that is true in your case. You provide great service at a fantastic price and richly deserve any financial success you have had. That's what our great country is all about!
Bill Wright, LtCol USMC (Ret.) Bill Wright on Mar 30 2005, 07:50pm Reply
Bob,
I really enjoyed some of the comments in your bio. I myself, am a young entreprenuer involved in technology, and also fall into the category of having learned my trade from my hobby.
Wow, it wasn't until just today, that I put 2 and 2 together and realized that you ARE Parson's Technology (we had quite a few of your packages in our home on my dad's old PC's growing up). I love what you've done with GoDaddy. We've had domains with you know for 2+ years and you can't believe the hassle you've taken out of our business! You've become our 1-stop shop for domains, certs and now hosting.
More than anything, I love your above sentiments on business. It is so refreshing! We cherish the same ideals in our business. We are very unique in our model and processes. We develop sites and online software that aims to highly integrate with business and productivity requirements. In the process we have created some technologies that are patent-worthy. Honestly though, it has been somewhat of a struggle at times. Strangely, even though I have some solid sales and marketing in my background, I seem to be missing something. With your success, varied experience and understanding of both software and the web, what gems of knowledge might you offer to an up-and-coming business? We've considered investors, licensing patents, partnering with more complimentary business entities, etc... We just don't want to waste time spinning our wheels with unfruitful ventures.
One thing I find very interesting about doing business this way, is that clients are taken back and almost confused when given options that are honest, less expensive and very upfront and straight forward. I mean, when I tell someone very honestly that they are better off NOT using our services, or not even having a website at all... they sit there in awe... anxious to write me a check, wondering why I don't want their money. I love those moments! Of course, we always end up with several referrals because of our blatant honesty.
It's amazing the honesty and excitement that can be had in a business when you do it because you WANT to! I wish more businesses would be in business ON PURPOSE, WITH PURPOSE!
I am considering of starting a site with godaddy.
The name of the company, shows how smart Bob is!
I am currently in the Navy, and I have a few more years
untill retirement. The polititions have found a way to reduce
my retirement, by offering 30 thousand at my 15 year mark, before taxes. Twenty one thousand is what I got and I paid my bills. Well to make a story short I will get half my base pay and 1% adjusted to inflation per year for retirement.
I gues I got blindsided by sneeky polititions. I have use the navy to purchase two homes. I hope to use a site from
godaddy to help homeowners. THANKS bill burger on Mar 20 2005, 10:02pm Reply
I still use Money Counts 6.5 Extra. I also use Quicken, but Money Counts is still my bible for reports and finance.
I think Money Counts 6.5 is one of the best pieces of software ever written.
Becuase of it and Budgeting I was able to retire at 54 in 1994. In fact I used Money Counts to build a model to see if I could come close to retiring. I used the last years expenses and Income from what I would get in retirement and massaged the data to check it out.
I long wondered what ever happened to the Parsons family
that made such great software.
My only problem is that Money Counts 6.5 was not Y2k compatible. I have to jury rig the actual year. This year; 1986 works.
I always felt that Quicken bought Money Counts to get it off the market. In my case that did not work.
Thanks, Bob Steve Frost on Mar 20 2005, 10:00am Reply
Hi Bob. I have Moneycounts 7.5 business. When I switched to Quickbooks in 1-1-1995, I could not import Moneycounts Business data into quickbooks, thus I had five business years "stranded" on MOneycounts Business. version 7.5. I recently purchased a Moneycounts program from a fellow on eBay so I could finally access those lost five years. Problem is, MoneyCounts (Dos) will not run on XP. At all. Any advice how I might work around this problem and access my trapped information?
I have all the moneycounts files still on my system, just can't read them.
thanks in advance,
Gerry C. Wagoner
Piqua, OH
(I still use Quickverse 4.0e). It's the best. Gerry C. Wagoner on Mar 13 2005, 10:44am Reply
I'm sure you don't remember me, I worked for you back in 94-95, in Hiawatha. I remember you & Martha very well. I also remember you had a son who would work for you from time to time. What ever became of him? And why didn't you include more personal moments, like your wife and kids, in your bio? Just curious.
I mention what my Son is doing these days in the Blog article about outsourcing. Beyond that the rest of the information is as you mention is personal, and for just me to know and cherish. Also it has little to do with the subject matter of this blog.
If you absolutely must access those files, I would suggest you find yourself an old dos box and transfer both the program and data files to it. The bigger problem (after you get the old box) would be how to get the data and the program transferred over to the old computer. Most of them won't have internet connectivity, disks are different, etc. So this approach would be a bit of a challenge for you.
Short of this you might check around with your friends to see if anyone has an older version of windows and internet connectivity and is willing to let you use their computer for a while. To be honest I can't imagine how any of this would be worth the trouble.
Since your talking about data that is prior to 95 you should be well past the statute of limitations. That being the case you might want to forego all the hassle.
I've not had a think to do with MoneyCounts since 1995 when I left Parsons Technology. I know the product was nixed by Intuit so you won't find any help there.
Further to my discovery of your products and services early in May 2004, I must say that I am quite impressed with the quality and advancement godaddy.com has undertaken both on-line as well as through your call center representatives since I have become a member of your company.
I am currently the Vice President of a new company offering corporate and commercial services with respect to federal and provincial regulations governing incorporated companies in Canada.
founded in early May 2004, through a domain registration done on your website, I was referred to godaddy.com over and over by people in the "Internet domain industry", as the best registrar to this day, during my first days of registering on-line TLD domains.
My initial business started off with just one domain registration, and an idea, and has now grown to be my primary concern, i guess you can say it's lifestyle, as you quoted earlier in another conversation posted here, as I too strongly believe in customer satisfaction, as the key to a successful company, and corporate image.
Your company has by far pioneered the way into the future of TLD (Top Level Domain) registrations, simplified process of registration, easy to follow instructions, and the
re assurance from professionals like yourself..
I would like to take this moment to show my gratitude and appreciation as a loyal customer, for the wonderful services you continue to provide for my company everyday, and how you have eased my on-line business and assurance knowing my domains are safe with you, as we know in times like these, it is vital to protect our domains from the wrong hands.
I have currently moved several sites to Go Daddy, and will be moving many more! I've done a lot of research to make it as easy as possible, especially for my exisiting clients to move their hosting. My main concerns were CGI availability, stats and potential password protection. I also wanted a business that had 24-7 technical support and had been around a while. And Go Daddy has fit the bill!
Thank you!
PS. I do have one question/concern that I felt needed to directly to you in regards to domain aliases. Can you please contact me? D Ryan (http://www.thexgrid.net, darcydesigns.com, atcreative.com, etc.) on Mar 1 2005, 11:30am Reply
Hello,
After reading your bio......
a round of standing applause....... to the person who never gave up
I just wanted to let you know that I had registered 2 domains a few days ago and was surpeised that I got a call from one of the representatives of GODADDY and he was very freindly and knowledgeable and gave some real good information. I am in the service industry as promoting on-line conferencing solutions from the private individual to the corporate company and a a service I do call each and every client just to make sure that they do understand how the room works and often give a demo or a short training. I will be sending all my customers to GODADDY and will send my business your way.
As a long time GoDaddy 'Executive Account' customer, I would like to praise you on the Superbowl ad. After Janet Jackson's fiasco last year they watered down everything so much, including the Halftime Show, that it made me sad. After all, if everything became "kid friendly" then what would be left for adults to watch??! The Superbowl was meant to be ENTERTAINMENT and your commercial was just that! I praise you greatly for being a little more edgy and certainly fun!! BTW, I also enjoyed your appearance on Bill O'Reilly's "The Factor". I think Bill knows very well that it was not right of Fox to pull your second ad!!!
Peter M.
Bob, as President of Golden Gloves of America I have been keyed in and pumped up about this "Stand up and cheer...I work with homeless kids in Phoenix."
Golden Gloves of America is not as much about boxing at is the opportunity
to at-risk youth at an important stage in life. In 2004
we presented an incredibly positive image around our National Championship on NBC Sports and AOL for Broadband. In 2005 I would like to place GoDaddy.com in the center of our ringmat
and make an expanded commitment to redirecting funds to the those that need it most.
Our 2005 Tournament is about to launch and we are in an immediate position to make a big impact. We are truly in position to impact thousands of lives
and generate tremendous media value to you
at the same time. The plan I presented to Greg is positioned to be breakthrough
on many levels and is gauarnteed to positively impact thousands of lives. Click on www.goldengloves.us
to the see the potential. Thanks so much!
Steve Abel-President, Golden Gloves of America steven abel, president, golden gloves of america (http://www.goldengloves.us) on Feb 14 2005, 10:53am Reply
Bob,
I just thought that you would like to know that your ad was on Russian TV this past evening!
My Russian wife and I receive three Russian language channels through Dish TV and I was pleasantly surprised to see an encore presentation of your controversial ad on one of their news broadcasts this evening!
Last year was fun, too, since they also covered (or uncovered...) Janet Jackson's "wardrobe malfunction" without any fuzzing out of the video!
Oh, well! Do you think that "they" can legislate the testosterone out of football? That's like taking the caffeine out of coffee, the alcohol out of wine and the fun out of sex!
For me, it was one of the two best things about this Superbowl! The other one was Paul McCartney entertaining during halftime!
KARL ! Karl Stuart Kline on Feb 8 2005, 11:48pm Reply
While interested in your site (and Super Bowl ad!), I started reading your Bio and as another Viet Nam era Marine Vet D-1-5 in 1966-67 near Chu Lai I understand and appreciate your opinions and views. Congratulations on your success, attitude and outlook!
Ralph Edwards Ralph Edwards on Feb 8 2005, 11:47am Reply
Being married to a man that is both an ad guy and sports freak I am doomed to watch the Super Bowl but have hopes that your ad will liven up a dull batch of ads for this year. I still have fond memories of the EDS cat round up. That ad always amazed me since I work with EDS everyday and they usually have the sense of humor of a gnat.
I admire your rise from steel mill to domain mill....no offense intended. I love GoDaddy and use them for several domains and a website for my new adventure into self-employment in Tempe. Your customer service is wonderful and I was so happy to switch from WebMasters and Network Solutions.
Never had a TRS 80 but did start with the infamous Timex Sinclair, a 5 in BW TV for a monitor and a tape deck for storage.....and those damn syntax errors.
Thanks for the opportunity to learn a little more about the daddy behind GoDaddy.......and thanks for making owning and running my domains a little more affordable. Laurel Des Lauriers on Feb 6 2005, 01:40pm Reply
Well Devil-Dog,
Ya done good! From my youthful viewpoint (your about 16 years my senior) you make a good example for hard work and persistence. Thanks for that.
I'm also a Marine (18 yrs. now; an Artilleryman, Pilot, and now Computer Scientist), a father, grandfather and an entrepeneur for life.
I became a customer to GoDaddy about 1 1/2 years ago and have been enjoying the services of your company the whole time.
I've found that I have a nice "little" collection of about 250 domains (90% of which are with GoDaddy) and it's a blast buying them. A name-game/crosswords kind of fun. One day I may even decide what to do with them all!!!
Thanks for posting your bio, mostly. I had "heard" that you were a Marine and now that I know it; I'm enjoying my GoDaddy relationship even more!
Keep up the good work, congratulations on the company growth, and "....here's to your health and prosperity." It's good to see Marines work, ain't it?
Semper Fi,
J. M. "Atis" Lozano
Major USMC
Never forget your roots:
"Get your elbows in, boy! This ain't no spaghetti western!" -> "Sir, Aye-Aye, Sir....Oooorah!" J. M. "Atis" Lozano (http://www.VirtualATIS.com) on Feb 4 2005, 04:33pm Reply
Mr. Parsons:
Other than sharing a big OOOOORAAHHHHHHH with you today, Marine. I wish to thank your for the very nice job on the Marine Corps Birthday Card.
If you will consider keeping it up for at least the rest of this week, I will share it with all my former marine associates and the Marine Corps League group.
Again, thank you for your services.
Semper Fi'
I'm glad to see that Marines continue to survive in the business world.
Paul D. Williams
Master Sergeant, USMC (Ret.)
Glasgow, KY
I read thr your site and news about you. Your vision inspired me a lot. Also for godaddy, will like to keep contact with you. Actually I wish to start my own blog but don't know where to start. Could u tell me which software are u using for this site
The WebLog that Bob Parsons is using is called Serendipity and can be found on any of our Linux hosting plans. Simply sign up for a hosting account and you will be able to install Serendipity with the click of a button. If you need further assistance, our 24/7 support staff would be more then happy to assist you.
Hi Mr. Parsons. I just wanted to say you are an inspiration to me, because much of my education has been due to computers and programming being my hobby, although I am a CS major. I'm 22 years old and trying to start an online company.
if you have any invaluable tips for success, feel free to email me! =) Jeff Johnson on Jan 31 2005, 03:28pm Reply
Sir: Today I asked a friend for help in recommending a domain/web hosting company. He directed me to your site. I was taken back when I read of your experience as a Vietnam Vet Marine. I served with the 3bn 26th Marines during Tet 1968. I suffer from PTSD, but despite it's affects have manage a successful career and family life. I just want to thank you for your service to our country and to congratulate you on your life's successes. Also, to commend you on your continued dedication to those serving our country and especially your acknowledgement and support of those afflected with PTSD. I plan to be your newest customer. John Ortiz..Wichita, KS John Ortiz on Jan 20 2005, 12:50pm Reply
Bob,
Thanks for taking the time to write your bio. I'm a first time reader and I've already added your blog to my RSS reader. I have one question. In you bio you stated "... knowing how to sell software is quite different from knowing how to build software." Can you elaborate on this statement? Damon Hnery on Jan 20 2005, 10:46am Reply
Hi Damon,
Developing software and selling do require a completely different skill set. Developing it requires technical knowledge, a fine sense of design and detail, plus a knack for knowing how users want to interact with it. Selling (in some ways) also requires these same skills, but it goes beyond that. To sell, you need to know how to reach customers, and give them a good reason to want to purchase your software. To do this, you need to know how to convey your offer in such a way that it stands out from the thousands of offers everybody sees each and every day. You need to be able to convey the deal so that it's understandable, and that prospects want what you're selling. If this isn't enough, you need to be able to afford to pay for advertising until such time as it works. On top of all of this, you've got to be able to take the order and deliver it so that the customer is happy. Then you've got to provide good post-purchase service. It's all quite a challenge.
The blog currently does have support for several versions of RSS feeds for main entries and also has a feed specifically for comments. The links for the feeds are on the right-hand side of each page under the heading "Syndicate This Blog". The following feeds are supported.
Bob
Atom 0.3 Feed Bob Parsons on Jan 20 2005, 11:24pm Reply
Bob,
How awesome to read your blog. I am also a Parsons Technology user from way back. I have always admired your story even before you sold your software to Intuit. When I first saw GoDaddy.com I had the sneaky suspision that you were involved.
I think your story gives hope to a lot of us who work hard but struggle to make headway in our businesses. The constant highs and the lows can make even the most couragous warrior weary.
Thanks for sharing and I look forward to reading your blog.
I think a lot of us were pleasantly surprised to see Bob at the helm of GoDaddy. As a matter of interest, I still use Money Counts (with Windows XP). Intuit has yet to see any of my money!
Your personal comments are very refreshing, Bob. Thank you for allowing us to see who you are and where you have been. I treasured my relationship with your software company, and I look forward to a renewed relationship through GoDaddy. Charles Eisener (http://www.eisener.com) on Jan 17 2005, 03:51pm Reply
Bob - Thanks for sharing your bio. I'm just getting ready to retire with nearly 21 years in the US Navy and your early beginnings sounded a lot like mine.
I'd never made the connection between "Parsons Techonology" and "GoDaddy" before - I remember your old catalog and software offerings very well. I believe I still even have some of your software around somewhere, but no 5-1/2" drives to run it!
I'm going on my 3rd year anniversary of having my own dedicated server and small hosting business on the side. I refer all of my customers to GoDaddy as well as those I meet that are still paying the $25 to $30 per year to that [name withheld] "OTHER" high priced domain name registrar.
You are truly an inspiration to me as a young entrepreneur. I have enjoyed reading your blog (I only found it this evening) and look forward to many posts to come from you. Each one has taught me a small lesson of some sort.
I am also a customer a Go Daddy and have been on a mission for a few weeks now to consolidate all of my domain names (3 currently with Go Daddy, 3 more to transfer) into my account with Go Daddy. I love the service.
I hope that one day I find a mentor of your caliber to mentor me in the building of my new business. (Attempt number 2 for me)
This is great info! I think you hit on some great things here to help people out. I would really like you to elaborate on this one topic in a sep. blog post though if you would as I think this is something we all need help with!
"But the third try was the charm and I finally learned how to sell software —knowing how to sell software is quite different from knowing how to build software." Joe Tahoe on Jan 11 2005, 09:38am Reply
The TRS-80... What great memories! I had a month off in 1979 to recover from an injury and got my start with this great little machine. Yes, it hooked me too. Audio cassettes for storage! Level II Basic was OK but if you wanted your program to fly, it had to be assembled. Do you remember EDASM? I thought it was the greatest utility ever written.
I still have the TRSDOS manual. Page #3 was a schematic of disk drive! Things were different then...
GoDaddy.com has been very good to me. My first website, GreyhoundPictures.com has benefited from your excellent services. It's always a pleasure working with GoDaddy people. Wayne Davis (http://GoWebsite.com) on Jan 10 2005, 09:37pm Reply
I appreciate your company's efforts on the Tsunami Relief Effort.
Would it not have been a smart move for your company to have invested 3.4 million in the Tsunami Relief Effort rather than spend it on the 30 sec. Super Bowl Ad?
I feel that would have been remembered by your customers and discussed alot too. Thus the mileage from that could be very beneficial to the company not to count the help it would have given the victims.
I suppose all commitments were made to the Super Bowl Ad before the Tsunami happen which explains the decisons being made. Anyway it comes to mind when reading the blog. Ralph Howard (http://www.realestate2020.com) on Jan 6 2005, 09:18pm Reply
GoDaddy has already donated a very large sum to the relief of the tsunami victims, for which they should be applauded. However, as you say, that is only known by their customers, and the folks who read this blog. It is not known by the wider world.
That is the same issue which GoDaddy is clearly trying to address with their Super Bowl ad. Advertising is not directed at current customers - they know who you are and you already have a relationship with them (essentially, don't preach to the choir). Advertising is directed at those who do not yet know you exist, to make them aware of your products and services. Too many people assume that advertising is a waste or an annoyance. It is, to you, if the message is for a product or service you don't want or need. But that quickly changes if it is something you do need.
I think the Super Bowl Ad is an excellent kickoff to a long-term ad campaign, and should do a great deal to make GoDaddy known to many more potential customers. If those folks become customers, that will benefit them, since GoDaddy offers excellent products. It will also benefit existing customers, as the increased revenue stream will clearly be used to improve offerings and assure the longevity of the company.
Please don't discount the value of advertising, it is essential to the successful functioning of commerce, from which we all benefit. It may be annoying on occasion, but without it, our commerce-based economy would quickly grind to a halt. Then, who would provide relief to the victims of future natural disasters?
Personally, I am looking forward to the GoDaddy Super Bowl ad. Smart move!!! Barbara Nachtigall on Jan 14 2005, 09:04am Reply
Hi Bob, I beleve I spoke to you on the phone many years ago about your tax software from Parsons Technology. I used your tax sofware until you sold to Intuit and still use that tax software today. I also use a program of yours called Address Book that I wish I could get updates for. It's the best address book I've ever found. I currently own several domain names thru GoDaddy with 4 web sites and about 16 e-mail addresses. I've been very pleased with all your services and your support staff. I'm always telling my friends about your great service. Please keep up the great work and I'll look forward to seeing the Super Bowl ad. Oh and if you have a newer version of address book lying around I'd be interested, I've got version 5.0
Have a Great Day
Tom Bowers Tom Bowers (http://http:www.tombowers.com) on Jan 6 2005, 08:36pm Reply
Excellently, I have all my domains with GoDaddy and I recently just subscribed with them for SSL and a Merchant Account, its an excellent service and I plan to stay. I'm an entrepreneur and i'm really impressed and how well Bob has done and how much he has accomplished and I hope to do the same. I'll be waiting for the super bowl commercial, count me in. Rydal Williams (http://www.xmentor.com) on Jan 6 2005, 06:45am Reply
Ah, yes....Parsons Technology....MoneyCounts, Family Origins, yada, yada, yada. I miss that stuff, Bob, but it is exactly the reason I'm a GoDaddy customer. I saw the Bob Parsons name. Jim O'Sullivan (http://www.theexcelsiorgroup.com) on Jan 5 2005, 09:28am Reply
Well, Bob, I enjoy candid reflections as you have so aptly portrayed regarding your Bio. You have indeed done well. As a reseller of essentially go-daddy domains I wonder if I acn ask you for help! If there is one thing that I could do to junpstart sales, what would that be? Marketing is expensive especially with the margins at hand. If I had a thousand bucks, Bob, what would I need to do to sell a thousand domains? Keep up the Blog, you are straightforward and you speak plain english-a refeshing change from the politically correct code language we are accustomed to! Neville Driver (http://www.moonengine.com) on Jan 3 2005, 07:04pm Reply
godaddy.com is the best company i have done businesss with in a long time. thanks for the bio and thanks for contributing money to the tsunami victims. mark on Jan 3 2005, 07:05am Reply
Bob,
Thanks for sharing your bio. As a new customer I appreciate to get to know the person behind the company. No offense taken for knowing your political position. We believe in democracy which means respecting other people's views even if we don't share them, am I right?. I am a German national (living in Washington - and I lived in Manhattan on Sep 11, 2001). And yes, my views are a bit different. But I am glad that not everybody agrees with me - it is the diversity of positions that keeps us apart from fanatism and totalitarian ideologies.
Andreas Andreas Seiter on Dec 31 2004, 06:05pm Reply
Hi Bob,
I guess I will have to figure a way out to get you and Lee on the phone! Put the name to the domain! Barbara (I think was her name) said that you would like that! I see you both were 'in country' at the same time. Tell her I still need to know where to send that 'Care Package' I said I wanted to send you 2!
She has my info. I'll get you 2 hooked up somehow!
I'm sure you are up to your eyeballs, so I'll be brief. I used Parsons Technology Software for years. Fantastic software. Tried to use it just the other day from the original SW disc and of course it wouldn't work with XP. Didn't know you sold to Intuit. I am in Tucson. Sorry to hear you and your wife went your separate ways. The same happened to me when I moved to Tucson in 1994. Are you still in Tucson?
Regards,
JOHN COMBELLACK
P.S. Are you familiar with Jerry Orbach's talents on stage, on screen and on TV, particularly Law and Order for the last 12 years? I didn't realize he had such wonderful singing voice. I have heard him, but didn't realize it. John Combellack (http://whoislookingoutforus.blogspot.com/) on Dec 29 2004, 06:02pm Reply
Bob, i loved your bio. It sounds like mine in some respects. The only thing that is strange to me is that you started your computer experience with Apple and GoDaddy.com does not allow a domain owner to use an Apple computer to upgrade websites. I have the latest browser intalled in my PowerBook G4 and I am not allow to edit my domains because I have Safari, Mozilla and Internet Explorer 5.2. . Whatzup daddy!
Regards,
Victor Victor Aulestia (http://weddingvideoservices.us) on Dec 29 2004, 06:03am Reply
Parsons Technology? Is this the same Parsons that made a family tree program? Matt on Dec 28 2004, 11:17pm Reply
Yes, the very same... Plus Family Lawyer and numerous others (those two are the ones I'm most familiar with though). Charlie (http://www.betablue.net) on Dec 29 2004, 01:43am Reply
Yes, the very same... Plus Family Lawyer and numerous others (those two are the ones I'm most familiar with though). Charlie (http://www.betablue.net) on Dec 29 2004, 01:41am Reply
Well done, Bob.
Go Daddy, Go! Go! Go!!!
What a great name. Kean on Dec 28 2004, 02:47pm Reply
Bob,
Welcome to the world of blogging. Several years back you sent an email and I wrote back. You replied personally to me. I appreciate your approach. I'll keep doing business. I like people without hidden agendas, and who can debate postitions. Good for you — don't give in to the politically correctness that renders us devoid of ideas.
I must say, however, that you posted a whole bunch on Christmas. Did you spend sufficient time with the family?
On a technical note, is there an rss feed on your blog so we can follow it more easily? Thanks.
I like your company and the services to a degree. I used to work in tech support when you owned Parson's in Cedar Rapids, IA back in 1995 right before the intuit thing. Well I have had one major problem after another, with your new GoDaddy.com, company. As a business owner I would like it if even a disgruntled customer would be honest with me on what they really thought about my products or services, because for everyone who speaks out there are dozens of others who will end up using your service once, and find another service the next time and you never know why.
This information would possibly help me from losing other customers in the future. The three cardinal sins that seem to stand out most in my dealing with your company are as follows:
(1.) Sometime back in February of 2004 one of your domain servers had a problem and even though I was paid current for web hosting with GoDaddy.com, I could not access nor could others access my website for approximately 2.5 weeks. And after hours of being on hold on my nickel to your toll numbers and re-explaining myself over and over again the problem was somehow fixed, but I never received and adjustment for this. If I had a customer who had a major problem with there commercial website I would do something to make it right. I thought, well I worked for you in the past so your company would do the right thing. But they never did the right things, your CS reps passed the buck from one person to another and offered to send me some survey but no other remedies. It appeared as they did not even have a concern for my 2.5 week loss of business and promotional potential. I t could not have happened at a worst time since over 20 people were judging new products and our product was in the running for a national design award during this time in February.
(2.) First I had my account setup to pay by check and I thought that it was one-time billed , but that was not the case. I had moved an left very little money in that account while I decided if I was going to keep it open and did not uses it for 2.5 months. Then when I finally looked at the statement your GoDaddy check processing service had tried to bill my account at lest nine time and my bank charged me $235.00 in NSF Fees for a $9.00 a month bill. Like you said in your blog bio I am also a small business entrepreneur and have been on the wrong end of things since 9/11 , and I did not have this money to lose to a bank at that time. This one really hurt but it seams that nothing could be done about it and my bank refused to credit back to me these NSF charges they made a windfall off of your billing policies.
(3.) The final thing happened today 12/28/04 while trying to pay my yearly .com renewal I tried to use paypal.com and it wouldn't let me use it to pay you even though I had deposited funds in my paypal.com account since I did not have a credit card associated with this account. SO what is the sense of taking paypal if you need a credit card anyway. I had every intention of renewing with you but do not have way to do it, since with what happened with the NSF and you guys billing me I cant use a check, I don't have a credit card, and I have a paypal account with money in it and no way for your company to accept it since I do not have a credit card in the first place. I hope you reconsider your paypal policies in the future, just like the guy from Canada and what he thought about paypal. Why cant you set it up to allow 1 time annual renewals of domains?? So I am wondering what I can do to pay you since I cant electronically online.
Like I said all these things really have happened and I want to give your company the benefit of the doubt, but wh4en you make it next to impossible to collect money from a customer that has the funds to pay but you wont accept them? What is a guy to do??
Jim Dierickx
Disappointed Customer
www.sng100.com Jim Dierickx (http://www.sng100.com) on Dec 28 2004, 12:08pm Reply
Bob,
Thanks for the Bio. I was quite familiar with the Parsons Technology line of products and was sad to hear that the company was sold to Intuit. But later down the line when I heard about GoDaddy, I was quite happy to learn that you're the owner.
I'm even happier to support an Arizona-based company (I'm in Tucson) despite some rivalries in sports between us . Besides which, from your product line at Parsons and the way you've run GoDaddy so far, it has become quite apparent that you are a reputable business man and I'll always be happy to be a customer of yours.
Thank you for your honesty (too many people are scared of saying something that isn't "PC") and keep up the good work!
Bob, I was delighted to see that Go Daddy had a blog... but, you are not really blogging. You're just talking, which, in and of itself, is nice. Blogging is more than writing down your thoughts and inviting comments. It's linking...and offering an email, and it's supporting others who blog. As you are just getting started, I expect you will begin to do all of these things and you will find the 'voice' that works for you. You are a leader...and always have been...in chancing this 'blog' thing. May I ask if you would consent to an interview on my blog, http://windsormedia.blogs.com? I post a Smart Man Online or a Smart Woman Online interview every Thursday, and you qualifty for that, hands down! I think my readers, men and women alike, would be interested in hearing from you. Thanks for joing the blogosphere! Go Daddy rocks! Yvonne DiVita (http://windsormedia.blogs.com) on Dec 24 2004, 12:42pm Reply
Mr. Parsons,
Merry Christmas from a non-Christian.
I applaud you for being the kind of American that made this country top of the political heap.
Being afraid of what others think of your personal views, IS unAmerican.
Any one who knows me, knows I am layed-back, calm, collected and soft spoken, except when I talk about women's and children's rights, religion or the Earth's health.
Needless to say my freinds try to stay away from those topics. They well know where I stand.
I've never lost a freind or aquaintance because of this. I am occasionally persuaded to change my mind, but because I am outspoken about my beliefs, I sometimes change other people's way of thinking. I earn trust.
GoDaddy has NEVER treated me with disrespect. That is why I LIKE them.
Mr. Parson's BIO explains to me WHY this company is favored by so many. Up front honesty.
It pleases me that I chose the best on the Internet!
THANK YOU!
Take Care,
Scooter
College Park, MD USA Scooter C on Dec 24 2004, 10:42am Reply
Bob,
I've followed your carreer fairly closely since the 1980's — as I continue to spend money in your enterprises. I still remember how thrilled I was to discover Money Counts and followed it through all the version upgrades until you sold it to Intuit. I also owned Quick Verse (whatever happenned to that?). One of the reasons that I reccomended the products to so many people was the great tech support that you (often personally) offerred.
When I was shopping for an alternative to NS for domain registration, I came across GoDaddy. As I read through the site, I was almost convinced. The final drop of water that tipped the balance was when I found the page that identified you as the owner. Based on my prior experience with Parsons Technology, I hoped that your business philosopy had not changed. I'm glad to see that your integrity and honesty continue to come through.
And, oh yeah, I grew up in Baltimore too. Sally on Dec 24 2004, 10:25am Reply
Thanks for the info. Bought lots of Parsons Tech stuff over the years. Expressing your politics doesn't bother me. People have died for that right.
We are a veery small manufacturing company and don't have a lot of data processing depth. We need a company that we can trust to take care of our DP needs. We are easing into Go Daddy slowly. We did transfer all of our domain name registrations to Go Daddy. We still have our web site on Corecomm and McLeod as our ISP. We hate spending time on activities that don't directly relate to the products we produce and Go Daddy seems to be positioned to accommodate us.
If Go Daddy could get us our basic domain it would put us over the edge. We are trying to get the deltahawk.com domain.
Frankly, I find it refreshing to find someone that is not afraid of expressing their views. I bet I will not always agree with everything but thats good. The fact that you are the president of a company and your not afraid... well that will keep my business for a long time.
On the subject of outsourcing: Why would we not employ our fellow countrymen over foreign workers when possible? Price is not always king. William Hall on Dec 24 2004, 08:18am Reply
Good morning Bob on this beautiful but very cold Christmas eve. We wish you and yours and all others A Very Happy Holidays and A Plentiful New Year.
In regards to the politcal statements or personal views in your blog I have to agree with others that it may be something that could bite you in the long run. My political position doesn't align completely with yours but in my case this won't cause me to change service for the domains I have registered. My greatest fear for you by stating your political position may cost you business. I'm not talking about your commentary on the Marines or the embedded news people (who are seeking personal visability), I am in total agreement with you there as a Viet Nam era vet.
I remember Parsons Technology very well as I still am running several of the programs that I purchased for my old Win95 machines. I remember when you first released the "Announcements Deluxe". I was having a difficult time with the installation and actually talked with you on the phone for technical help. I still run this program and some others on a Win98SE machine. Posting here on your blog is like talking to an old friend. Keep up the good work and the blog. Dick Jones (http://www.scirn.net/) on Dec 24 2004, 07:54am Reply
Thanks for the biography and the blog, Bob. It's always good to see the human face behind the corporation. So far I've been very pleased with Go Daddy's service and I'm looking forward to many years as a satisfied customer. Gardner Campbell (http://gardnercampbell.com) on Dec 24 2004, 05:58am Reply
I tend to agree with B@@ about keeping political commentary close and private to you. Some things do need to be said, but many things need not be shared with clients or strangers.
I do enjoy my account with Go Daddy, so let us speak of things pertinent to this company.
Thank you for the wonderful service that I have received.
P.S. B@@, if you are going to speak of "positioning" as something negative, it might be wise to avoid it yourself; but maybe, as a guest to the BLOG, truthfully, a client; and not the author, in fact, the owner of the company, you do not feel the necessity of undisclosed political opinions,
I am not saying that I disagree with anyone, except on the behaviors and ideas that I, as an individual, deem contradictory.
First of all, i like godaddy. I recently transferred my domains to here.
Weblog: are you not worried that if you position yourself too much on the right or the left that you will loose customers? e.g. customers who have domains at godaddy which are of political nature etc...?
E-mail: in the e-mail it says (proudly?) "we do not outsource or offshore" ... maybe you could write a weblog post about why you think that is good?? As far as i can see it, outsourcing is in the current IT world a pluspoint for customers since it make IT products cheaper. I think many of the largest IT companies currently have outsourcing as a standard "checkmark" in almost 100% of their contracts: either the customer puts "yes" or "no", just like "green energy" (uh... i dont know if you have green energy in the states), the customer will never know the difference but somewhere in the backoffice a different process is being used.
So i very much would like to know why you regard "we dont outsource" as pluspoint??? From my point of view it's like "we dont use backups" or "we only use 14.4kb modems" ? B@@ (http://www.de-leau.com) on Dec 24 2004, 03:29am Reply
I have some domains with Go Daddy which were pushed from other accounts and love the service but I only have one problem. Go Daddy does not have great service for us Canadians. I like the fact you can use Paypal if you do not have a credit card but when you try to pay with Paypal with Go Daddy it makes you enter a credit card number is VISA/MC debit card, which does not exist in Canada. Basically there are no ways to purchase domains and services if you are a Canadian without a credit card. Please consider this and have a merry christmas. Sean McCann (http://www.seanmccann.ca) on Dec 23 2004, 11:45pm Reply
Sean,
At this time, PayPal requires that a credit card be put on file in order to enter into a billing agreement with a third party. This is currently the way PayPal has decided to implement their system. We have passed on your thoughts to PayPal to see if there could possibly be another solution implemented to meet your needs. GoDaddy as a company will also look into possibly creating another solution for people in the same situation as you. Thank you for taking the time to voice your concerns.
I hear you, Bob. I agree about GW's look most of the time. With what he has to deal with going on around this planet, I'm not surprised. As to Kerry, I have followed his career from the days when he ratted out the troops through many of his votes in the Senate. I could not imagine this man as President of this country, even for 10 minutes. I'd write more, but I've got a pile of work to get out. Take care and have a nice Christmas. Doug Chaffee (http://Chaffeestudios.com) on Dec 23 2004, 09:02pm Reply
Kind Regards,
Rob
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Scotty B on Apr 27 2010, 01:49pm Reply
Keep up the good stuff! I do website and graphic design at this juncture in my life.
Marty on Jan 15 2010, 02:37pm Reply
Semper Fi
Ron Soens
MGySgt, USMC(Ret)
Ron Soens on Nov 10 2009, 12:04pm Reply
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Peter (http://www.luxuryhomesnetwork.com/) on Feb 3 2009, 12:59am Reply
I couldn't believe it when I saw your superbowl commercial Bob, I had to check it out on your website to see if it was really you.
I too am a former employee of Parsons Technology. And after reading through your bio and all the comments from loyal Parsons software users, it really brought back alot of memories from the start of my career at Parsons.
I owe alot to you Bob, and the Parsons organization, and I'm excited to see you're heading up yet another successful venture.
Best wishes,
Scott
Scott on Feb 1 2009, 09:38pm Reply
Doug
Doug on Jan 30 2009, 10:57am Reply
I have been using Money Counts since you first released it. I was using Money Counts 9.0c up until 1/3/2009 when my computer crashed. My new computer arrived 7 days later with Windows Vista on it and Money Counts won't install or run on it so I tried to install it on my laptop that still has XP Professional on it. Since my old computer ran XP Professional I thought that it would work on the laptop also but I am having the same problem, it won't install or run. I have tried running it in compatability mode on both computers but that doesn't work either. Do you have any ideas why or how to make it work again. I need to get my tax info for 2008 so I can do my taxes and I like Money Counts and don't want to have to switch to a different program. Thank you for a great product and I hope you can give me some ideas on how to make it work again.
Jeffery Morehead on Jan 22 2009, 04:26pm Reply
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Roger Sanders on Feb 21 2009, 03:39pm Reply
I don't have a clue. Sorry.
Bob
bob parsons on Jan 24 2009, 10:44am Reply
I found it interesting to read your bio, but i found the year missing in some of the events in your life. With those dates would have been much more interesting.
jivan (http://www.cyberwebmedia.net) on Jan 9 2009, 05:55am Reply
Mobile Phones UK (http://www.mobilephonesuk.org.uk/) on Nov 20 2008, 03:30am Reply
Susan Vinez on Nov 10 2008, 12:57pm Reply
Paul Barron, LTCOL USMC (ret)
Director of Library and Archives
George C. Marshall Foundation
Paul Barron (http://www.marshallfoundation.org) on Nov 10 2008, 07:50am Reply
Jason (http://www.tcc5.com/) on May 22 2008, 11:03am Reply
Marlys Salo on May 7 2008, 05:15pm Reply
Thank you for the providing the blog article. I have been searching for a contact number or email address so I can inquire about the availability of access for downloading the MemberPlus software including MoneyCounts. Our church purchased the program and have been using it successfully. However our computer has failed and we are unable to use it any more. We have moved and I am not able to locate the program cd software or information. I believe the software was registered under Fresh Anointing International Church Birmingham, AL a few years back. We would sure be blessed if we could download it from a site on the internet.
Thank you for your help.
Sincere Blessings,
Rita A. Phillips
Rita on Apr 30 2008, 09:14pm Reply
Your are lucky guy. Good service and good money..
Anna Kolesnik (http://www.helion-prime.com) on Mar 11 2008, 12:47am Reply
How interesting! I bought many Parsons software packages, but my favorite was and is Money Counts 9.0 which I still use. I was so disappointed when you sold it to Intuit and they did not continue Money Counts. I hate Quicken because it does not follow accounting principals the way Money Counts did.
I also like Go Daddy as a host for our church webpage.
Best luck to you.
L. L. Amos, a native Iowan but now in Oklahoma
Anonymous (http://wocc.org) on Mar 9 2008, 05:33pm Reply
Jayson (http://www.newhomessection.com) on Feb 25 2008, 05:20pm Reply
In May, 1968, I was stationed at HQMC; always nice to talk to a Marine. Not sure how many other Marines check out your BIO, but look at Grunt.com when you get a chance; all Marine gear, located in OKC.
Is the charactiature on GoDaddy TV ads supposed to be you?
Semper Fi, brother
JimMc
GySgt of Marines (1949-1970)
Jim McMahon on Dec 19 2007, 09:23pm Reply
Mobile Jazz (http://www.mobilejazz.co.uk) on Aug 10 2007, 03:29am Reply
I was so thrilled to find this entry and to hear from a friend about this new company. I was a former employee of what once was Parsons Technology, still use many of the programs today, as well does my family. I miss the company greatly and am very glad to see that your new venture is doing so well!
Denise
Denise on Aug 7 2007, 05:56pm Reply
I am in a bit of a pickle. I saw your post and wondered if you could help me out. I am a deacon at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Mountain City, TN. Our treasurer at the church, who uses Parson's Membership Plus 4.0, is unable to retrieve any of his backed up financial or membership data for the parish? I am fairly pc savvy but was unable to figure out the problem. Is there any way you can help? Thanks You!
Deacon John
John Hackett on Jan 10 2008, 11:11am Reply
I still use MoneyCounts for my personal finances. Every one of the programs you developed worked perfectly and were / are easy to use.
I thought I recognized the name after seeing your bike built on American Chopper
Best luck to you in your future ventures!
Mark Moro on May 8 2007, 02:22pm Reply
Edy
Eslamoda.com
Edy (http://www.eslamoda.com) on Apr 16 2007, 01:34am Reply
Loved your bio. I used money counts for years. Great program.
Al Kirchhofer
al kirchhofer cpa on Apr 11 2007, 08:51pm Reply
Robert on Mar 26 2007, 11:59pm Reply
If you are talking about Parsons Technology...I'm the same guy.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Mar 27 2007, 08:13am Reply
Have a great St. Patty's Day,
Scott
Scott Vidmar on Mar 17 2007, 11:57pm Reply
Jorge (http://www.espanhol.org) on Jan 20 2007, 01:46am Reply
Thank you brother. Welcome home to you as well.
Semper Fi,
Bob
bob parsons on Dec 6 2006, 10:44pm Reply
We have misplaced our copies of Announcements 6 and 7, and the whole house is in an uproar. We can't imagine who could have moved them. We can't get along without it and we can't find it for sale anywhere. I didn't realize we were so dependent. I tried using Word, but it just is not the same. It takes losing something to realize how much we appreciated your company. I have been your customer since the first versions came out. We have almost all the software you ever sold. We don't have our floppy drive or we can use those versions. Anyone can help us? We do appreciate Go Daddy. I have used that quite a bit for setting up web pages, and thanks!
Virginia
Virginia Norris on Dec 15 2007, 01:54pm Reply
Steve Delano
Steve Delano on Dec 6 2006, 06:57pm Reply
Ali Roger (http://www.billiondollarwebsites.com) on Sep 7 2006, 12:11am Reply
Now that know you are Go Daddy, I will support your company with my business.
Great reading your bio; I built my first IBM based computer in 1982 from a Heathkit, basically from scratch, soldered every component. I remember buying my first hard drive ... 10 Meg for $600 wholesale.
Isn't it amazing how you can always learn so m uch more and do so much better doing something you love to do!
Best to you
Dan Shapiro on Aug 31 2006, 11:57pm Reply
Our church recently moved our domains and web hosting to Godaddy because of great did. I didn't realize that you were behind it. Actually makes me feel even better about the decision.
Dennis Hester (http://www.fbcwatauga.org) on Jul 16 2006, 03:13pm Reply
First and foremost thanks to Bob for the informative and interesting story about Bob and the GoDaddy site. Having worked in software engineering for many years, I too arrived at the conclusion that shrink-wrap as we know it will is destined to go away and will be replaced by software as a service.
And that brings to me to the comment posted by Keith and Jon. We have created an online booking system that enables all small- and medium sized business to accept online reservations, regardless of business type. Completely hosted, so no software or hardware needs to be installed, the booking system even allows businesses with multiple outlets and associations to collaborate and create branded websites.
We have a common goal - make it easy and fun for virtually person or entity to accept bookings and I would be delighted to discuss opportunities for to us to work together.
Best regards,
Martin Israelsen
Co-founder and Chief Architect
WebReserv.com
http://www.webreserv.com
Martin Israelsen (http://www.webreserv.com) on Jul 11 2006, 09:09pm Reply
Dipak Patel (http://www.snapberry.com) on Jun 27 2006, 09:52pm Reply
Raphael
Raphael Garcia (http://www.okeidokei.com) on Jun 18 2006, 12:54pm Reply
I liked what you wrote in your Bio, I am an entrepreneur myself and believe in the simplicity and philosophy to create a business which in turn helps masses as you have mentioned. I was always interested in asking you a question as it was first thing which came in my mind when I opened by account at godaddy
Q: How did you came up with the name goDaddy? Does this has to do with a combination of business model/inspiration from your father?
Sincerely,
Sumeet Malik
President & founder
Netgains Network Solutions
http://www.netgains.org
Sumeet (http://www.netgains.org) on Jun 14 2006, 09:59am Reply
I too had an Apple II, and I use to help our teachers load software with the old audio cassette tapes in their Trash 80's...they could never get the tone right.
My friend and I have started our own software company...a little late in the game, but it is still a wide open field, and software, and the Internet have not scratched the surface.
We use Godaddy exclusively to create URL's for our customers. I would like to offer you service to add to your product line-up. We make an online gift certificate system, and an online reservation system for small business. You can't beat the price. We would like to offer the http://www.giftedsites.com for one year free for every new Godaddy customer. No fees, or charges. Completely secure.
Jon and I also offer the online reservation system..which frankly we would like to sell. We do not have the infrastructure to create these new accounts. Basically, it allows small websites to take an online booking like the big guys through http://www.datelock.com. Godaddy could offer this on a fee basis, or better, a pay per booking basis.
Hope to hear from you. Loved your story, and website.
Sincerely,
Keith Williams
Vice President & Cofounder
LinkMountain Software Coporation
http://www.linkmountain.com
Keith Williams (http://www.linkmountain.com) on May 31 2006, 09:58am Reply
Godaddy has helped streamline some of initial IT fears and keep things rolling properly. My congratulations to your success,...keep up the good work.
Regards,
Donald Smithhisler
Donald Smithhisler (http://n/a) on May 23 2006, 10:53pm Reply
I've watched GoDaddy soar since you started it. I also worked for you at Parson's Technology. I must say you are definitely an inspiration to me as I saw both of your companies succeed as such. I give you props. Perhaps in the future I can find a place in your company again. It was a pleasure working for you before and would be again, I'm sure.
Chris on Apr 18 2006, 02:35pm Reply
Have been a user of MCW since its inception. Recently installed it from 2 floppys V 8.0 in a new XP Media Center HP Desktop. Now that I want to install it in a laptop, disks are damaged and cannot be read. Do you know of anyway of my getting any MCW new disks? Quicken doesn't even come close to MCW!! Good luck in your new venture!
EUGENE NUNEZ on Apr 2 2006, 05:34pm Reply
I haven't a clue where you can get a replacement disk. Sorry.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Apr 2 2006, 11:17pm Reply
What about offering domain names registrations, hosting, etc. for spanish super resellers?
Spanish is the second language spoken all over the world so Internet.
I even called your representatives but they keep on telling me me since more than 6 months ago "they are working on it".
I can even translate the web pages for free.
Regards from Peru
Jorge Machado
Presidente de Directorio
PER SYSTEMS S.A.
(all domains transfered to Godaddy from NetworkSolutions)
Jorge Machado (http://www.perantivirus.com) on Mar 27 2006, 01:56pm Reply
Maybe one day — when we can properly service the Spanish speaking market.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Mar 28 2006, 09:22pm Reply
You can count on me any time.
Best regards,
Jorge Machado
http://www.perantivirus.com
http://www.perintermedia.com
http://www.pcfono.com
http://www.integradoresweb.com
http://www. jorgemachado.net
Jorge Machado (http://www.perantivirus.com) on Apr 3 2006, 06:12pm Reply
As you know the GOOD always gets an imitation
Best regards,
Jorge Machado
http://www.jorgemachado.net/blog
http://www.perntivirus.co m
Jorge Machado (http://www.jorgemachado.net) on Apr 19 2006, 05:57am Reply
Your answer makes me feel a great frustartion. Good luck in you bsuiness.
"Maybe one day - when we can properly service the Spanish speaking market."
Regards,
Jorge Machado
Jorge Machado (http://www.perantivirus.com) on Apr 3 2006, 10:14am Reply
I keep bumping into you. First, many many years ago when I puchased MoneyCounts. A great program!!
When you sold to Intuit, I was sort of lead to Quickbooks where I have been eversince.
Then, I hire a guy to register my company name. He does that but hasn't taken it any further. I hire another guy and in order to get going again, I need to contact GoDaddy to change things over.
Who is on the main page but someone named Bob Parsons.
You seem to be way ahead of the curve!!
I remember a story I read about you when you 'finally' succeeded with your accounting software. I think it was in Entrepreneur Magazine. It said you decided to sell it for $19.95 or so and were deluged by orders. Again, way ahead of the curve.
Then you started 'maintenance updates' and probably made more on those than the original sales of the software. I sort of wish you hadn't taught them that lesson.
Thanks
Jim Jalowiec
Jim Jalowiec on Mar 16 2006, 03:07pm Reply
patoot on Feb 11 2006, 10:39am Reply
Bob, is this the type of advertising that GoDaddy.com might be interested in? I would like to send you info on these exciting locations. I am working with a few other Baltimore businesses and I love love love to help a "homeboy" person/company do well. I take great pride in Baltimore and helping natives succed.
Thanks for your time.
Best,
David
Dave Rose on Feb 8 2006, 12:32pm Reply
Jerry Chaffee on Feb 4 2006, 09:39am Reply
First I want to thank you for your service. I am an Operation Iraqi Freedom vet that has just been hired by your company here in Gilbert! Glad to be aboard.
Jesse Adams on Jan 30 2006, 11:53pm Reply
Welcome home brother.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Feb 1 2006, 06:06pm Reply
Keep up the good work and I hope to be able to do a lot more business with you in the future.
Tom
Tom Swenson (http://www.netconx.net) on Jan 17 2006, 09:23am Reply
kerrie (http://www.yahoo.com) on Jan 9 2006, 01:18am Reply
Parsons, have u read lee iaccocca;s biography? It has some excellent views on management and also a wonderful breakdown on what is wrong with this country in general. I dont know whether you feel the same way. The more and more i talk to elder people, the more i conclude that if you truly enjoy your work, you shouldn't retire. Do start a thread about that when you do get sometime. It would be interesting to hear peoples thoughts, and yours of course included.
nicholas kamau (http://www.usualbitching.com) on Jan 10 2006, 04:03pm Reply
nicholas kamau (http://www.usualbitching.com) on Jan 4 2006, 09:48am Reply
Samsung is a Korean company.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Jan 4 2006, 11:24am Reply
I was a customer of Parsons Technologies, they had excellent software, at low cost. I grew up with Heathkit computers, 8 bit technology, TRS 80 , Apple II. + 64k memory. My son questions me, whats 8 bit.?
Glad you're at the helm of GODADDY.com, with your philosophy, it will zoom high.
RON BEHL
RONALD BEHL (http://none) on Feb 7 2006, 07:37am Reply
As a customer of GoDaddy for quite a while now with many domains, I want to thank you guys on all your friendly, fast service! It's truly appreciated!
Cheers'
Tahsin YAZICIOGLU
President , SDNR.ORG
Istanbul, Turkiye
Tahsin YAZICIOGLU on Dec 11 2005, 01:37am Reply
Best wishes, Alvaro Abril, A Columbian Man.living in Guatemala.
ALVARO ABRIL (http://www.alvaroabril.com) on Nov 18 2005, 11:29am Reply
Love your style and hope to get all my stuff moved to GD asap.
dave leininger
USAF 1958-1986 Ret.
Thanks for all the inspiring log messages.
dave leininger on Nov 17 2005, 08:38am Reply
Best wishes to you Bob!
Mario U. Herrera on Aug 21 2005, 02:17am Reply
I did sell it for $64 million but between divorce, the dot com crash and getting GoDaddy.com off the ground just about all of that has vanished. C'est la vie!
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Aug 21 2005, 10:29am Reply
I recently purchased my domain for $19.95. I should've bought it from Go Daddy. I could've saved a little cash. My domain automagically hooked up with my host so I can't complain too loud.
Keep writing vaulable insight. You have many loyal readers.
- Brandon Doyle
Brandon Doyle on Jul 22 2005, 05:21pm Reply
john (http://www.indiatimes.com) on Jun 27 2005, 11:13pm Reply
thanks for a great bio, i am an ex-US Navy submarine officer who loves your company. I have bought multiple domains from you.
i remember your software company and its growth
take care,
bob
Robert Jones
Metropolitan Associates, LLC
www.metrassc.com
Robert Jones (http://www.metroassc.com) on Jun 26 2005, 06:42am Reply
Hey! As a customer of godaddy for quite a while now with many domains, I want to thank you guys on all your friendly, fast service! It's truly appreciated!
With the brown-nosing out of the way, I was wondering if you will be doing an autobiography any time soon? Or perhaps someone writing a biography of you! I think it would be very interesting to read, and as an emerging entrepeneur myself, would love to see how you guys started out and what not!
Let me know if we can be expecting something anytime, so i can go to barnes and noble and pick it up!
Cheers'
Justin
Justin Germain on Jun 12 2005, 05:07pm Reply
Actually there is a book in the works. We're in the process of looking for an agent.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Jun 12 2005, 08:25pm Reply
robert cenizal
ROBERT on May 31 2005, 05:08pm Reply
You are a Great American! I admire the time you have served as an american troop. I would also like to thank all of our troops that our serving our country right now and I am sure you feel the same. I find it hard that many americans have not gone out of their way to thank our troops. Bob, I know you are dedicated to thanking our troops and I am too; Consequently, I have created a unique program here in Arizona that involves all people who do not have a chance to thank our troops serving our country. After reading your Bio, I would think you do everything in your power to thank the troops. Bob I am asking for your help to get my program established. I believe this program could also bring positive exposure to GoDaddy.com and also let the world know that Bob Parson has served his Country and is helping support the Troops now. I want to thank and look forward to a time in the future where we could discuss this positive program I am starting.
GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!
Mr Stripes Stars
Damian Enderle
P.S. GO DADDY . COM ROCKS!!
Mr Stripes Stars on Jun 6 2005, 12:22am Reply
I admire the goal you have, however it's not for me to be involved with.
I genuinely appreciate what our troops have done and are doing (in all conflicts this country has ever been involved in). I've also been very vocal about this. That said, I simply cannot get involved in every new endeavor, in fact I have to limit what I do to my own pursuits.
Please understand that my time and resources are very limited.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Jun 6 2005, 10:22am Reply
I'll have to pass on being a mentor (or at least an active one). I barely have enough time to mentor myself.
I do wish you the very best with your products.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on May 31 2005, 10:10pm Reply
This is regarding the US government's recent ban on privacy for all .US domain names. I understand that you believe liberty should prevail in this matter.
Have you considered the concept of civil disobedience to defeat the government on this issue?
What do you think would happen if GoDaddy publicly announced that, on a specific future date, ALL .US domain name privacy that was originally removed will be reinstated, in clear violation of the new law? Even if they tried to stop you, they couldn't, because laws cannot stop outlaws. The publicity would be unprecedented.
Watch the movie Gandhi and you will see exactly what will happen. The government will enforce the law against you and it will make a fool out of itself in the process.
When the law is wrong, public nonviolent noncooperation is an option to show the brutality of the system.
Please visit our website for more information on civil disobedience.
Thank you very much for your time!
Mike (http://NHFree.com) on May 27 2005, 09:45am Reply
If we did that, we'd be de-credited in a finger snap, and then our .US customers would be dealing with another registrar. Consequences are just too big, and we'd accomplish nothing.
Nice idea though.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on May 27 2005, 02:20pm Reply
I am completely impressed with your bio. I am interested in building a business and want to know if you will mentor me!
(The nerve, right?) I am president of a small staffing firm in Ohio.
If you would ever consider helping a complete stranger, I have the same philosophy about treating people right-no smoke and mirrors. I have a partner in a current business that doesn't operate like I want to, so I've reached a level of frustration. (But he's the one with the cash.)
I suppose I'm dreaming, but that's what us entrepeneurs do, ain't it?
Tanya
Tanya (http://www.keepintouchwithcards.com) on May 26 2005, 05:44pm Reply
I'm sorry but I don't have the time to be a mentor (at least not an active one).
I somewhat understand what it's like to be in the situation you are in. My advice would be to look within yourself for the answers you need —- I know this sounds trite — but I guarantee you that they are there. You really don't need anyone else to provide them.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on May 26 2005, 08:48pm Reply
I left the Marines, got 2 graduate degrees and was a CFO at the age of 32 years old.
I haven't had the success that you've shared, but I hope to one day...
Tony V. 2 Battalion /10th Marines
Tony Velazquez (http://None at the moment) on May 10 2005, 12:44pm Reply
You are a Great American! I admire the time you have served as an american troop. I would also like to thank all of our troops that our serving our country right now and I am sure you feel the same. I find it hard that many americans have not gone out of their way to thank our troops. Bob, I know you are dedicated to thanking our troops and I am too; Consequently, I have created a unique program here in Arizona that involves all people who do not have a chance to thank our troops serving our country. After reading your Bio, I would think you do everything in your power to thank the troops. Bob I am asking for your help to get my program established. I believe this program could also bring positive exposure to GoDaddy.com and also let the world know that Bob Parson has served his Country and is helping support the Troops now. I want to thank and look forward to a time in the future where we could discuss this positive program I am starting.
sagar on Jan 16 2006, 03:08am Reply
Every time I do my taxes or curse at some over-bloated package, I miss the approach Parson's Technology took. It's comes as no surprise that GoDaddy, as a concept, comes from Bob Parsons. I'm just annoyed it took me so long to realize it and move all of my domain names here.
Jonathan Moore (http://httwww.upallnightgaming.com) on May 9 2005, 12:27pm Reply
Continue to "Kick Ass and Take Names" Bob!
Semper Fi!
Mark on May 4 2005, 11:23am Reply
Best regards,
John
John Yezeguielian on May 2 2005, 07:56am Reply
My dad's first name was Ralph. I don't think it was original with him —- although it was from him that I first heard it.
When it comes to those sorts of sayings, I think you'll find that there is very little indeed that is original.
Appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on May 2 2005, 09:59am Reply
I hope You keep on doing well so many more people have a chance to get their webs up and going.
Here in Centralamerica, where I am based, we see outrages prices for quite lousy webdesign and webservices - many of them represented as "untitled documents" - for example. You may want to search at Google for "Costa Rica untitled document" to see what I mean.
On the other hand, those people who need a hand hardly have a chance. small markets, little knowledge about market opportunities elsewhere ...
Thats why I try to help them and why appreciate Your service, because it economically accessible also for people who try to "start up" - as You did more than one time
Best regards and best wishes - and whenever You come to Costa Rica - please gice me a call; I might want to make a little gift to You:
What would You think about a REAL TREE standing a rain forest reserve in Costa Rica.
Best regards and further good success with Godaddy ...
Roland
Costa Rica
Roland (http://centroamerica.tv/) on May 1 2005, 05:22pm Reply
I have to say that I am very impressed with your company and history. I am a college freshman in virgina and I would like to apply for a internship. I just submitted my resume, please if you have time take a look.
Im happy for the radio station. Its very fun. I started a college radio show a few weeks ago, but yours is amazingly clear.
Evan Miller (http://www.ktlc.us) on Mar 31 2005, 01:11am Reply
I've been meaning to write ever since I got your birthday card on November 9th. What a great salute to our beloved Corps. Now that I know more about you, I'm even more impressed. I started out in personal computers much the same as you did (I just got rid of my Apple ][ a couple years ago), but I chose to stay in the Marine Corps for 27 years, so I wasn't able to make much money off my hobby. It was well worth it though. When I retired I couldn't stay away so I went back to work for the Corps as a civilian employee. In the Corps we firmly believe that we return former Marines to society as better citizens than when they joined. I would certainly say that is true in your case. You provide great service at a fantastic price and richly deserve any financial success you have had. That's what our great country is all about!
Bill Wright, LtCol USMC (Ret.)
Bill Wright on Mar 30 2005, 07:50pm Reply
I really enjoyed some of the comments in your bio. I myself, am a young entreprenuer involved in technology, and also fall into the category of having learned my trade from my hobby.
Wow, it wasn't until just today, that I put 2 and 2 together and realized that you ARE Parson's Technology (we had quite a few of your packages in our home on my dad's old PC's growing up). I love what you've done with GoDaddy. We've had domains with you know for 2+ years and you can't believe the hassle you've taken out of our business! You've become our 1-stop shop for domains, certs and now hosting.
More than anything, I love your above sentiments on business. It is so refreshing! We cherish the same ideals in our business. We are very unique in our model and processes. We develop sites and online software that aims to highly integrate with business and productivity requirements. In the process we have created some technologies that are patent-worthy. Honestly though, it has been somewhat of a struggle at times. Strangely, even though I have some solid sales and marketing in my background, I seem to be missing something. With your success, varied experience and understanding of both software and the web, what gems of knowledge might you offer to an up-and-coming business? We've considered investors, licensing patents, partnering with more complimentary business entities, etc... We just don't want to waste time spinning our wheels with unfruitful ventures.
One thing I find very interesting about doing business this way, is that clients are taken back and almost confused when given options that are honest, less expensive and very upfront and straight forward. I mean, when I tell someone very honestly that they are better off NOT using our services, or not even having a website at all... they sit there in awe... anxious to write me a check, wondering why I don't want their money. I love those moments! Of course, we always end up with several referrals because of our blatant honesty.
It's amazing the honesty and excitement that can be had in a business when you do it because you WANT to! I wish more businesses would be in business ON PURPOSE, WITH PURPOSE!
My two cents,
Brian
Brian Grayless (http://www.sunergize.com) on Mar 30 2005, 09:28am Reply
I am considering of starting a site with godaddy.
The name of the company, shows how smart Bob is!
I am currently in the Navy, and I have a few more years
untill retirement. The polititions have found a way to reduce
my retirement, by offering 30 thousand at my 15 year mark, before taxes. Twenty one thousand is what I got and I paid my bills. Well to make a story short I will get half my base pay and 1% adjusted to inflation per year for retirement.
I gues I got blindsided by sneeky polititions. I have use the navy to purchase two homes. I hope to use a site from
godaddy to help homeowners. THANKS
bill burger on Mar 20 2005, 10:02pm Reply
I think Money Counts 6.5 is one of the best pieces of software ever written.
Becuase of it and Budgeting I was able to retire at 54 in 1994. In fact I used Money Counts to build a model to see if I could come close to retiring. I used the last years expenses and Income from what I would get in retirement and massaged the data to check it out.
I long wondered what ever happened to the Parsons family
that made such great software.
My only problem is that Money Counts 6.5 was not Y2k compatible. I have to jury rig the actual year. This year; 1986 works.
I always felt that Quicken bought Money Counts to get it off the market. In my case that did not work.
Thanks, Bob
Steve Frost on Mar 20 2005, 10:00am Reply
I have all the moneycounts files still on my system, just can't read them.
thanks in advance,
Gerry C. Wagoner
Piqua, OH
(I still use Quickverse 4.0e). It's the best.
Gerry C. Wagoner on Mar 13 2005, 10:44am Reply
I run MC 7.0 for Business just fine on XP. Is it that different from 7.5?
Bob Pickle (http://www.pickle-publishing.com/) on Oct 13 2005, 01:52pm Reply
To be honest I simply don't remember.
Sorry,
Bob
bob parsons on Oct 13 2005, 05:50pm Reply
I'm sure you don't remember me, I worked for you back in 94-95, in Hiawatha. I remember you & Martha very well. I also remember you had a son who would work for you from time to time. What ever became of him? And why didn't you include more personal moments, like your wife and kids, in your bio? Just curious.
~Tami Meyers
Tami on Mar 16 2005, 06:49pm Reply
I mention what my Son is doing these days in the Blog article about outsourcing. Beyond that the rest of the information is as you mention is personal, and for just me to know and cherish. Also it has little to do with the subject matter of this blog.
Nice hearing from you. I appreciate your post,
Bob
bob parsons on Mar 17 2005, 06:41am Reply
If you absolutely must access those files, I would suggest you find yourself an old dos box and transfer both the program and data files to it. The bigger problem (after you get the old box) would be how to get the data and the program transferred over to the old computer. Most of them won't have internet connectivity, disks are different, etc. So this approach would be a bit of a challenge for you.
Short of this you might check around with your friends to see if anyone has an older version of windows and internet connectivity and is willing to let you use their computer for a while. To be honest I can't imagine how any of this would be worth the trouble.
Since your talking about data that is prior to 95 you should be well past the statute of limitations. That being the case you might want to forego all the hassle.
I've not had a think to do with MoneyCounts since 1995 when I left Parsons Technology. I know the product was nixed by Intuit so you won't find any help there.
Sorry I don't have better news for you.
Bob
bob parsons on Mar 13 2005, 09:23pm Reply
Further to my discovery of your products and services early in May 2004, I must say that I am quite impressed with the quality and advancement godaddy.com has undertaken both on-line as well as through your call center representatives since I have become a member of your company.
I am currently the Vice President of a new company offering corporate and commercial services with respect to federal and provincial regulations governing incorporated companies in Canada.
founded in early May 2004, through a domain registration done on your website, I was referred to godaddy.com over and over by people in the "Internet domain industry", as the best registrar to this day, during my first days of registering on-line TLD domains.
My initial business started off with just one domain registration, and an idea, and has now grown to be my primary concern, i guess you can say it's lifestyle, as you quoted earlier in another conversation posted here, as I too strongly believe in customer satisfaction, as the key to a successful company, and corporate image.
Your company has by far pioneered the way into the future of TLD (Top Level Domain) registrations, simplified process of registration, easy to follow instructions, and the
re assurance from professionals like yourself..
I would like to take this moment to show my gratitude and appreciation as a loyal customer, for the wonderful services you continue to provide for my company everyday, and how you have eased my on-line business and assurance knowing my domains are safe with you, as we know in times like these, it is vital to protect our domains from the wrong hands.
Trusting that godaddy is real to it's deal.
Sincerely.
Joseph Pugliese
Joseph Pugliese on Mar 7 2005, 01:23am Reply
I have currently moved several sites to Go Daddy, and will be moving many more! I've done a lot of research to make it as easy as possible, especially for my exisiting clients to move their hosting. My main concerns were CGI availability, stats and potential password protection. I also wanted a business that had 24-7 technical support and had been around a while. And Go Daddy has fit the bill!
Thank you!
PS. I do have one question/concern that I felt needed to directly to you in regards to domain aliases. Can you please contact me?
D Ryan (http://www.thexgrid.net, darcydesigns.com, atcreative.com, etc.) on Mar 1 2005, 11:30am Reply
After reading your bio......
a round of standing applause....... to the person who never gave up
Jean
Jean Abraham (http://www.irintech.com) on Feb 23 2005, 02:33am Reply
Regards
Steve Orlovich
steve@net-tekbc.com
Steve Orlovich (http://www.voipconferences.com) on Feb 15 2005, 02:41pm Reply
Peter M.
Peter Miani, M.D. (http://MIANI.COM) on Feb 12 2005, 09:37am Reply
Golden Gloves of America is not as much about boxing at is the opportunity
to at-risk youth at an important stage in life. In 2004
we presented an incredibly positive image around our National Championship on NBC Sports and AOL for Broadband. In 2005 I would like to place GoDaddy.com in the center of our ringmat
and make an expanded commitment to redirecting funds to the those that need it most.
Our 2005 Tournament is about to launch and we are in an immediate position to make a big impact. We are truly in position to impact thousands of lives
and generate tremendous media value to you
at the same time. The plan I presented to Greg is positioned to be breakthrough
on many levels and is gauarnteed to positively impact thousands of lives. Click on www.goldengloves.us
to the see the potential. Thanks so much!
Steve Abel-President, Golden Gloves of America
steven abel, president, golden gloves of america (http://www.goldengloves.us) on Feb 14 2005, 10:53am Reply
I just thought that you would like to know that your ad was on Russian TV this past evening!
My Russian wife and I receive three Russian language channels through Dish TV and I was pleasantly surprised to see an encore presentation of your controversial ad on one of their news broadcasts this evening!
Last year was fun, too, since they also covered (or uncovered...) Janet Jackson's "wardrobe malfunction" without any fuzzing out of the video!
Oh, well! Do you think that "they" can legislate the testosterone out of football? That's like taking the caffeine out of coffee, the alcohol out of wine and the fun out of sex!
For me, it was one of the two best things about this Superbowl! The other one was Paul McCartney entertaining during halftime!
KARL !
Karl Stuart Kline on Feb 8 2005, 11:48pm Reply
Ralph Edwards
Ralph Edwards on Feb 8 2005, 11:47am Reply
I admire your rise from steel mill to domain mill....no offense intended. I love GoDaddy and use them for several domains and a website for my new adventure into self-employment in Tempe. Your customer service is wonderful and I was so happy to switch from WebMasters and Network Solutions.
Never had a TRS 80 but did start with the infamous Timex Sinclair, a 5 in BW TV for a monitor and a tape deck for storage.....and those damn syntax errors.
Thanks for the opportunity to learn a little more about the daddy behind GoDaddy.......and thanks for making owning and running my domains a little more affordable.
Laurel Des Lauriers on Feb 6 2005, 01:40pm Reply
Ya done good! From my youthful viewpoint (your about 16 years my senior) you make a good example for hard work and persistence. Thanks for that.
I'm also a Marine (18 yrs. now; an Artilleryman, Pilot, and now Computer Scientist), a father, grandfather and an entrepeneur for life.
I became a customer to GoDaddy about 1 1/2 years ago and have been enjoying the services of your company the whole time.
I've found that I have a nice "little" collection of about 250 domains (90% of which are with GoDaddy) and it's a blast buying them. A name-game/crosswords kind of fun. One day I may even decide what to do with them all!!!
Thanks for posting your bio, mostly. I had "heard" that you were a Marine and now that I know it; I'm enjoying my GoDaddy relationship even more!
Keep up the good work, congratulations on the company growth, and "....here's to your health and prosperity." It's good to see Marines work, ain't it?
Semper Fi,
J. M. "Atis" Lozano
Major USMC
Never forget your roots:
"Get your elbows in, boy! This ain't no spaghetti western!" -> "Sir, Aye-Aye, Sir....Oooorah!"
J. M. "Atis" Lozano (http://www.VirtualATIS.com) on Feb 4 2005, 04:33pm Reply
Other than sharing a big OOOOORAAHHHHHHH with you today, Marine. I wish to thank your for the very nice job on the Marine Corps Birthday Card.
If you will consider keeping it up for at least the rest of this week, I will share it with all my former marine associates and the Marine Corps League group.
Again, thank you for your services.
Semper Fi'
I'm glad to see that Marines continue to survive in the business world.
Paul D. Williams
Master Sergeant, USMC (Ret.)
Glasgow, KY
Paul D. Williams on Nov 10 2005, 05:28pm Reply
I read thr your site and news about you. Your vision inspired me a lot. Also for godaddy, will like to keep contact with you. Actually I wish to start my own blog but don't know where to start. Could u tell me which software are u using for this site
Thanks for attention
Parker (http://www.eyebeamasia.com) on Feb 1 2005, 02:13am Reply
The WebLog that Bob Parsons is using is called Serendipity and can be found on any of our Linux hosting plans. Simply sign up for a hosting account and you will be able to install Serendipity with the click of a button. If you need further assistance, our 24/7 support staff would be more then happy to assist you.
Kindest Regards,
Nick Fuller
GoDaddy Guy
Nick Fuller (http://www.godaddy.com) on Feb 1 2005, 08:31am Reply
if you have any invaluable tips for success, feel free to email me! =)
Jeff Johnson on Jan 31 2005, 03:28pm Reply
John Ortiz on Jan 20 2005, 12:50pm Reply
Thanks for taking the time to write your bio. I'm a first time reader and I've already added your blog to my RSS reader. I have one question. In you bio you stated "... knowing how to sell software is quite different from knowing how to build software." Can you elaborate on this statement?
Damon Hnery on Jan 20 2005, 10:46am Reply
Developing software and selling do require a completely different skill set. Developing it requires technical knowledge, a fine sense of design and detail, plus a knack for knowing how users want to interact with it. Selling (in some ways) also requires these same skills, but it goes beyond that. To sell, you need to know how to reach customers, and give them a good reason to want to purchase your software. To do this, you need to know how to convey your offer in such a way that it stands out from the thousands of offers everybody sees each and every day. You need to be able to convey the deal so that it's understandable, and that prospects want what you're selling. If this isn't enough, you need to be able to afford to pay for advertising until such time as it works. On top of all of this, you've got to be able to take the order and deliver it so that the customer is happy. Then you've got to provide good post-purchase service. It's all quite a challenge.
Thanks for the post,
Bob
Bob Parsons on Jan 20 2005, 11:41pm Reply
What an inspiration to all of us! I thank you for your service to our country. On a side note: you should create an RSS feed for this blog.
Sincerely,
Shawn D. Beagle
Shawn D. Beagle (http://www.exefiles.com) on Jan 19 2005, 10:47pm Reply
The blog currently does have support for several versions of RSS feeds for main entries and also has a feed specifically for comments. The links for the feeds are on the right-hand side of each page under the heading "Syndicate This Blog". The following feeds are supported.
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Thanks for the post,
Bob
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Bob Parsons on Jan 20 2005, 11:24pm Reply
How awesome to read your blog. I am also a Parsons Technology user from way back. I have always admired your story even before you sold your software to Intuit. When I first saw GoDaddy.com I had the sneaky suspision that you were involved.
I think your story gives hope to a lot of us who work hard but struggle to make headway in our businesses. The constant highs and the lows can make even the most couragous warrior weary.
Thanks for sharing and I look forward to reading your blog.
Kent
Kent Bjorklund (http://www.raymondresearch.com) on Jan 18 2005, 12:51pm Reply
Your personal comments are very refreshing, Bob. Thank you for allowing us to see who you are and where you have been. I treasured my relationship with your software company, and I look forward to a renewed relationship through GoDaddy.
Charles Eisener (http://www.eisener.com) on Jan 17 2005, 03:51pm Reply
I'd never made the connection between "Parsons Techonology" and "GoDaddy" before - I remember your old catalog and software offerings very well. I believe I still even have some of your software around somewhere, but no 5-1/2" drives to run it!
I'm going on my 3rd year anniversary of having my own dedicated server and small hosting business on the side. I refer all of my customers to GoDaddy as well as those I meet that are still paying the $25 to $30 per year to that [name withheld] "OTHER" high priced domain name registrar.
Keep up the good work.
Bob
Bob King on Jan 15 2005, 03:11pm Reply
You are truly an inspiration to me as a young entrepreneur. I have enjoyed reading your blog (I only found it this evening) and look forward to many posts to come from you. Each one has taught me a small lesson of some sort.
I am also a customer a Go Daddy and have been on a mission for a few weeks now to consolidate all of my domain names (3 currently with Go Daddy, 3 more to transfer) into my account with Go Daddy. I love the service.
I hope that one day I find a mentor of your caliber to mentor me in the building of my new business. (Attempt number 2 for me)
Thanks Again!
Phillip Roberts (http://www.innovacia.com) on Jan 12 2005, 12:40am Reply
This is great info! I think you hit on some great things here to help people out. I would really like you to elaborate on this one topic in a sep. blog post though if you would as I think this is something we all need help with!
"But the third try was the charm and I finally learned how to sell software —knowing how to sell software is quite different from knowing how to build software."
Joe Tahoe on Jan 11 2005, 09:38am Reply
I still have the TRSDOS manual. Page #3 was a schematic of disk drive! Things were different then...
GoDaddy.com has been very good to me. My first website, GreyhoundPictures.com has benefited from your excellent services. It's always a pleasure working with GoDaddy people.
Wayne Davis (http://GoWebsite.com) on Jan 10 2005, 09:37pm Reply
Would it not have been a smart move for your company to have invested 3.4 million in the Tsunami Relief Effort rather than spend it on the 30 sec. Super Bowl Ad?
I feel that would have been remembered by your customers and discussed alot too. Thus the mileage from that could be very beneficial to the company not to count the help it would have given the victims.
I suppose all commitments were made to the Super Bowl Ad before the Tsunami happen which explains the decisons being made. Anyway it comes to mind when reading the blog.
Ralph Howard (http://www.realestate2020.com) on Jan 6 2005, 09:18pm Reply
That is the same issue which GoDaddy is clearly trying to address with their Super Bowl ad. Advertising is not directed at current customers - they know who you are and you already have a relationship with them (essentially, don't preach to the choir). Advertising is directed at those who do not yet know you exist, to make them aware of your products and services. Too many people assume that advertising is a waste or an annoyance. It is, to you, if the message is for a product or service you don't want or need. But that quickly changes if it is something you do need.
I think the Super Bowl Ad is an excellent kickoff to a long-term ad campaign, and should do a great deal to make GoDaddy known to many more potential customers. If those folks become customers, that will benefit them, since GoDaddy offers excellent products. It will also benefit existing customers, as the increased revenue stream will clearly be used to improve offerings and assure the longevity of the company.
Please don't discount the value of advertising, it is essential to the successful functioning of commerce, from which we all benefit. It may be annoying on occasion, but without it, our commerce-based economy would quickly grind to a halt. Then, who would provide relief to the victims of future natural disasters?
Personally, I am looking forward to the GoDaddy Super Bowl ad. Smart move!!!
Barbara Nachtigall on Jan 14 2005, 09:04am Reply
Have a Great Day
Tom Bowers
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mark on Jan 3 2005, 07:05am Reply
Thanks for sharing your bio. As a new customer I appreciate to get to know the person behind the company. No offense taken for knowing your political position. We believe in democracy which means respecting other people's views even if we don't share them, am I right?. I am a German national (living in Washington - and I lived in Manhattan on Sep 11, 2001). And yes, my views are a bit different. But I am glad that not everybody agrees with me - it is the diversity of positions that keeps us apart from fanatism and totalitarian ideologies.
Andreas
Andreas Seiter on Dec 31 2004, 06:05pm Reply
I guess I will have to figure a way out to get you and Lee on the phone! Put the name to the domain! Barbara (I think was her name) said that you would like that! I see you both were 'in country' at the same time. Tell her I still need to know where to send that 'Care Package' I said I wanted to send you 2!
She has my info. I'll get you 2 hooked up somehow!
Semper Fi!
BL
BL (http://www.rleeermey.com) on Dec 31 2004, 12:01am Reply
Regards,
JOHN COMBELLACK
P.S. Are you familiar with Jerry Orbach's talents on stage, on screen and on TV, particularly Law and Order for the last 12 years? I didn't realize he had such wonderful singing voice. I have heard him, but didn't realize it.
John Combellack (http://whoislookingoutforus.blogspot.com/) on Dec 29 2004, 06:02pm Reply
Regards,
Victor
Victor Aulestia (http://weddingvideoservices.us) on Dec 29 2004, 06:03am Reply
Matt on Dec 28 2004, 11:17pm Reply
Charlie (http://www.betablue.net) on Dec 29 2004, 01:43am Reply
Charlie (http://www.betablue.net) on Dec 29 2004, 01:41am Reply
Go Daddy, Go! Go! Go!!!
What a great name.
Kean on Dec 28 2004, 02:47pm Reply
Welcome to the world of blogging. Several years back you sent an email and I wrote back. You replied personally to me. I appreciate your approach. I'll keep doing business. I like people without hidden agendas, and who can debate postitions. Good for you — don't give in to the politically correctness that renders us devoid of ideas.
I must say, however, that you posted a whole bunch on Christmas. Did you spend sufficient time with the family?
On a technical note, is there an rss feed on your blog so we can follow it more easily? Thanks.
Don
http://htmlfixit.com
Don (http://htmlfixit.com) on Dec 28 2004, 01:02pm Reply
This information would possibly help me from losing other customers in the future. The three cardinal sins that seem to stand out most in my dealing with your company are as follows:
(1.) Sometime back in February of 2004 one of your domain servers had a problem and even though I was paid current for web hosting with GoDaddy.com, I could not access nor could others access my website for approximately 2.5 weeks. And after hours of being on hold on my nickel to your toll numbers and re-explaining myself over and over again the problem was somehow fixed, but I never received and adjustment for this. If I had a customer who had a major problem with there commercial website I would do something to make it right. I thought, well I worked for you in the past so your company would do the right thing. But they never did the right things, your CS reps passed the buck from one person to another and offered to send me some survey but no other remedies. It appeared as they did not even have a concern for my 2.5 week loss of business and promotional potential. I t could not have happened at a worst time since over 20 people were judging new products and our product was in the running for a national design award during this time in February.
(2.) First I had my account setup to pay by check and I thought that it was one-time billed , but that was not the case. I had moved an left very little money in that account while I decided if I was going to keep it open and did not uses it for 2.5 months. Then when I finally looked at the statement your GoDaddy check processing service had tried to bill my account at lest nine time and my bank charged me $235.00 in NSF Fees for a $9.00 a month bill. Like you said in your blog bio I am also a small business entrepreneur and have been on the wrong end of things since 9/11 , and I did not have this money to lose to a bank at that time. This one really hurt but it seams that nothing could be done about it and my bank refused to credit back to me these NSF charges they made a windfall off of your billing policies.
(3.) The final thing happened today 12/28/04 while trying to pay my yearly .com renewal I tried to use paypal.com and it wouldn't let me use it to pay you even though I had deposited funds in my paypal.com account since I did not have a credit card associated with this account. SO what is the sense of taking paypal if you need a credit card anyway. I had every intention of renewing with you but do not have way to do it, since with what happened with the NSF and you guys billing me I cant use a check, I don't have a credit card, and I have a paypal account with money in it and no way for your company to accept it since I do not have a credit card in the first place. I hope you reconsider your paypal policies in the future, just like the guy from Canada and what he thought about paypal. Why cant you set it up to allow 1 time annual renewals of domains?? So I am wondering what I can do to pay you since I cant electronically online.
Like I said all these things really have happened and I want to give your company the benefit of the doubt, but wh4en you make it next to impossible to collect money from a customer that has the funds to pay but you wont accept them? What is a guy to do??
Jim Dierickx
Disappointed Customer
www.sng100.com
Jim Dierickx (http://www.sng100.com) on Dec 28 2004, 12:08pm Reply
Thanks for the Bio. I was quite familiar with the Parsons Technology line of products and was sad to hear that the company was sold to Intuit. But later down the line when I heard about GoDaddy, I was quite happy to learn that you're the owner.
I'm even happier to support an Arizona-based company (I'm in Tucson) despite some rivalries in sports between us
Thank you for your honesty (too many people are scared of saying something that isn't "PC") and keep up the good work!
Charlie
Charlie (http://www.betablue.net) on Dec 28 2004, 02:25am Reply
Yvonne DiVita (http://windsormedia.blogs.com) on Dec 24 2004, 12:42pm Reply
Merry Christmas from a non-Christian.
I applaud you for being the kind of American that made this country top of the political heap.
Being afraid of what others think of your personal views, IS unAmerican.
Any one who knows me, knows I am layed-back, calm, collected and soft spoken, except when I talk about women's and children's rights, religion or the Earth's health.
Needless to say my freinds try to stay away from those topics. They well know where I stand.
I've never lost a freind or aquaintance because of this. I am occasionally persuaded to change my mind, but because I am outspoken about my beliefs, I sometimes change other people's way of thinking. I earn trust.
GoDaddy has NEVER treated me with disrespect. That is why I LIKE them.
Mr. Parson's BIO explains to me WHY this company is favored by so many. Up front honesty.
It pleases me that I chose the best on the Internet!
THANK YOU!
Take Care,
Scooter
College Park, MD USA
Scooter C on Dec 24 2004, 10:42am Reply
I've followed your carreer fairly closely since the 1980's — as I continue to spend money in your enterprises. I still remember how thrilled I was to discover Money Counts and followed it through all the version upgrades until you sold it to Intuit. I also owned Quick Verse (whatever happenned to that?). One of the reasons that I reccomended the products to so many people was the great tech support that you (often personally) offerred.
When I was shopping for an alternative to NS for domain registration, I came across GoDaddy. As I read through the site, I was almost convinced. The final drop of water that tipped the balance was when I found the page that identified you as the owner. Based on my prior experience with Parsons Technology, I hoped that your business philosopy had not changed. I'm glad to see that your integrity and honesty continue to come through.
And, oh yeah, I grew up in Baltimore too.
Sally on Dec 24 2004, 10:25am Reply
We are a veery small manufacturing company and don't have a lot of data processing depth. We need a company that we can trust to take care of our DP needs. We are easing into Go Daddy slowly. We did transfer all of our domain name registrations to Go Daddy. We still have our web site on Corecomm and McLeod as our ISP. We hate spending time on activities that don't directly relate to the products we produce and Go Daddy seems to be positioned to accommodate us.
If Go Daddy could get us our basic domain it would put us over the edge. We are trying to get the deltahawk.com domain.
Keep it up. I like speaking to Americans on the phone.
Rip Edmundson (http://www.deltahawkengines.com) on Dec 24 2004, 08:51am Reply
On the subject of outsourcing: Why would we not employ our fellow countrymen over foreign workers when possible? Price is not always king.
William Hall on Dec 24 2004, 08:18am Reply
In regards to the politcal statements or personal views in your blog I have to agree with others that it may be something that could bite you in the long run. My political position doesn't align completely with yours but in my case this won't cause me to change service for the domains I have registered. My greatest fear for you by stating your political position may cost you business. I'm not talking about your commentary on the Marines or the embedded news people (who are seeking personal visability), I am in total agreement with you there as a Viet Nam era vet.
I remember Parsons Technology very well as I still am running several of the programs that I purchased for my old Win95 machines. I remember when you first released the "Announcements Deluxe". I was having a difficult time with the installation and actually talked with you on the phone for technical help. I still run this program and some others on a Win98SE machine. Posting here on your blog is like talking to an old friend. Keep up the good work and the blog.
Dick Jones (http://www.scirn.net/) on Dec 24 2004, 07:54am Reply
Gardner Campbell (http://gardnercampbell.com) on Dec 24 2004, 05:58am Reply
I do enjoy my account with Go Daddy, so let us speak of things pertinent to this company.
Thank you for the wonderful service that I have received.
P.S. B@@, if you are going to speak of "positioning" as something negative, it might be wise to avoid it yourself; but maybe, as a guest to the BLOG, truthfully, a client; and not the author, in fact, the owner of the company, you do not feel the necessity of undisclosed political opinions,
I am not saying that I disagree with anyone, except on the behaviors and ideas that I, as an individual, deem contradictory.
Cheers~
UMMMM (http://mikeholmes.biz) on Dec 24 2004, 05:36am Reply
Weblog: are you not worried that if you position yourself too much on the right or the left that you will loose customers? e.g. customers who have domains at godaddy which are of political nature etc...?
E-mail: in the e-mail it says (proudly?) "we do not outsource or offshore" ... maybe you could write a weblog post about why you think that is good?? As far as i can see it, outsourcing is in the current IT world a pluspoint for customers since it make IT products cheaper. I think many of the largest IT companies currently have outsourcing as a standard "checkmark" in almost 100% of their contracts: either the customer puts "yes" or "no", just like "green energy" (uh... i dont know if you have green energy in the states), the customer will never know the difference but somewhere in the backoffice a different process is being used.
So i very much would like to know why you regard "we dont outsource" as pluspoint??? From my point of view it's like "we dont use backups" or "we only use 14.4kb modems" ?
B@@ (http://www.de-leau.com) on Dec 24 2004, 03:29am Reply
Sean McCann (http://www.seanmccann.ca) on Dec 23 2004, 11:45pm Reply
At this time, PayPal requires that a credit card be put on file in order to enter into a billing agreement with a third party. This is currently the way PayPal has decided to implement their system. We have passed on your thoughts to PayPal to see if there could possibly be another solution implemented to meet your needs. GoDaddy as a company will also look into possibly creating another solution for people in the same situation as you. Thank you for taking the time to voice your concerns.
Nick Fuller
GoDaddy Guy
GoDaddy.com
Nick Fuller (http://www.godaddy.com) on Dec 28 2004, 03:15pm Reply
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