Memo: The Hotcouponworld Story

[puakinikini]

What a fantastic story - thanks for sharing it.

I had heard about this site from someone I traded with from another site - once I discovered it, I never went back to the other site. One thing that continually impresses me about HCW is how nice the people are here. Everyone is genuinely trying to help other people out. I hope it always stays that way. It is refreshing.

[isis]

Yes, I think that is what separates up from the other couponing boards. We truley help each other out. No matter how many times the same question is asked, someone jumps in to make the newbie feel welcome. Other places are quick to jump on ya...hey read the FAQ or just plain mean.

I was never a member of FW. I started off on MC and someone told me about another board, I registered, and made a post about an upcoming triples event at SavACenter. A member pmd me and after a few pms, come to find out we lived just blocks away!! She told me about DAGG and registered right away.
I was soo sad when all that stuff happened with the merger of DAGG and (I don't even remember the name of that other board LOL) I was like a lost puppy for a few days until someone pm'd me "hey, check out HCW, thats where everyones at!" I was soo happy. Pretty much everyone I remember on DAGG is here on HCW. It truely is like family and glad to be a part of this group.

[Shadowchasy]

It is truely an amazing story of not only how the greatest coupon site was born, but also how a friendship has grown.

I for one have not been a member of any other coupon site but this one.

I just want to say ...... Julie, Heidi and Mark...you guys are the GREATEST.....thank you for sharing your dreams, knowledge and friendship with us here at HCW.

[hotcouponmama]

Thanks everyone. What's been really amazing is that to this day, Heidi and I have never met. We do everything via chat, pm, email, and over the phone. It's a long time to go without having ever met the person you share a business with. She's really like a sister at this point to me, and the mods and members are like family. We love being part of the fun stuff like babies, new houses, and big savings at the store. But we're also glad to be here for the hard things, like deaths, illnesses, and financial hardships. That collectively we can solve people's problems, like with the Helping Hands forum, has really been an amazing experience for me. That the site helps so many is the best "job" I could have ever dreamed of. But that there are so many wonderful people to share my day with....it's part of what gets me going each day.

[fitguru4life]

I am so inspired by the three of you, the wisdom and will power to continue this everyday. I feel truly blessed to be able to have the guidance and help that each and everyone of you provide each and everyday! With this horrible economy my family of six would not survive without WONDERFUL, thoughtful and caring people like you guys.

Thank you for all you do,

Jenny

[beckymik]

Bravo

Thanks for sharing, I am very glad you 2 came to the decision that day on the phone!!!
HCW has changed my whole life and how I think about shopping and money!

[Mikki 316]

Heidi, Julie and Mark- I once heard a very wise person say that if you want a business venture to truly be successful, you must strive to serve people, not just provide a "service." THAT is what HCW does- yes, "it's all about the deals" but it's truly all about the people and everyone is so giving and caring here. I tried a few sites randomly, just to see if they were different from HCW. The only time I've been away from HCW is when we were down for some reason (twice). I felt like I was cheating! Members become very connected somehow - helping each other with advise and knowledge, the Helping Hands forum, support and encouragement. I love this group! Kudos to you all for making this all happen. I am proud to be a part of HCW and honored to have recently been chosen as a Co-Mod. I honestly hope that someone picks up on this information and publishes it somewhere. This is an amazing story.

[tweety734]

Thanks for sharing the HCW story. That is very interesting!

I think HCW should start thinking about having some sort of a get-together so the owners (& members) can all meet each other. Maybe on the 3rd anniversary... that would give plenty of time for planning. I'm sure there would be many volunteers for helping to keep it organized. Something to think about...

[kimandkathess]

Well I hope the two of you get to meet eachother very soon, you guys deserve it!

~~Katrina~~

Originally Posted by hotcouponmama Thanks everyone. What's been really amazing is that to this day, Heidi and I have never met. We do everything via chat, pm, email, and over the phone. It's a long time to go without having ever met the person you share a business with. She's really like a sister at this point to me, and the mods and members are like family. We love being part of the fun stuff like babies, new houses, and big savings at the store. But we're also glad to be here for the hard things, like deaths, illnesses, and financial hardships. That collectively we can solve people's problems, like with the Helping Hands forum, has really been an amazing experience for me. That the site helps so many is the best "job" I could have ever dreamed of. But that there are so many wonderful people to share my day with....it's part of what gets me going each day.

[southernbird]

Thank you all . I was heartbroken when Dagg no longer existed . I heard about you all and joined right away. I think this board is the best and you make it happen. It is friendly, informative and helpful. I like the new look .