Comments on: How a Personal Crisis Shaped My Business

By: Shany

Shany — Tue, 30 Dec 2014 09:17:55 +0000

Heather,

I am truly sorry for your loss. And I am happy for what you are now. I think I should have read this a long time ago. You are a wonderful person and really inspiring. Thank you for motivating me to start to learn to walk away. Thank you!

By: Kristen

Kristen — Sun, 28 Dec 2014 22:50:51 +0000

Wow…such an inspiring post and really brave of you to share it! I would have never guessed what you had been through given you’re always so upbeat and personable. I love the tips…especially the fear-based behavior as society is so programmed to function based on fear. Thank you, Heather and happy anniversary!

By: Melanie Lundheim

Melanie Lundheim — Tue, 09 Dec 2014 16:30:07 +0000

Way to stick to it during the thick of the recession, when a client first brought you to my attention. You’re living proof that persistence pays. Thank you for your valuable SEO work.

By: Heather Lloyd-Martin

Heather Lloyd-Martin — Thu, 11 Jul 2013 19:56:48 +0000

In reply to Jonathon.

@Jonathon – I’m glad you liked the post. Living in fear is so easy to do. It sneaks up on you. One day, you put something off because you’re “not ready.” Before you know it, a year has gone by…and you’re still “not ready.” I literally work on this every single day. The more I keep on top of it, the less fear “owns” me. :)

By: Jonathon

Jonathon — Thu, 11 Jul 2013 18:07:48 +0000

WOW. I’m so glad I ran across this article posted on Twitter today! Very helpful, insightful info. The one point about fear based behavior is something that is so true. Our businesses can succeed or fail, based solely on unfounded fear. Thanks for sharing your story. Although a terrible tragedy, living through something like this has undoubtedly helped others (like myself!)

By: Kel

Kel — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 10:40:44 +0000

Hi Heather. Just taking a wonder through the back posts of your extensive, educational, entertaining and inspiring blog. Thanks for sharing your amazing story (all that time ago). Personal tragedy and difficulties shape us for better or worse. We have to make a choice. I believe that’s where the true journey lies. Yes old WC certainly had his way with words. One of my fave’s is “when your going through hell make sure you just keep going!” (or thereabouts). You certainly are testimony to that.

By: Heather

Heather — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:23:40 +0000

In reply to Rachel Karl. Wow, Rachel. Just wow. What a wonderful note! Thank you so, so much - and hugs back! :)

By: Rachel Karl

Rachel Karl — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:42:20 +0000

WOW. Heather you have always been an inspiration to me as a copywriter and as an amazing woman who seems to juggle it all with a smile and a ready laugh – and that was without knowing your back story. You are not only a pioneer in SEO copy, but you are one of the coolest chics I know, and I’m SO glad you didn’t give up because my life and career have been enhanced by knowing and following yours! BIG HUGS!

By: Heather

Heather — Sun, 15 May 2011 23:30:09 +0000

In reply to Ka Hang Leoungk.

“Cutting loose anything that drains you” is wonderful advice. It may seem too painful to do sometimes – but you make the break, it’s very, very freeing.

Thanks for your comments. :)

By: Ka Hang Leoungk

Ka Hang Leoungk — Sat, 14 May 2011 17:54:25 +0000

This post slipped through the gap in my inbox and I just read it now. I’m so glad I read your post, and thank you for sharing it with us.

As I often tell patients in my practice, “cutting loose anything that drains you” is so important to our health and wellbeing. The days don’t always shine brightly, but life is what we make of it.