Corey Rudl-1970-2005
I learned through a friend and colleague in the Internet Marketing community today that one of the industry’s leaders died in a car crash yesterday.
Corey Rudl, just 34 years old, was brilliant young man who made life-changing contributions to our industry. After I heard the news, I called and emailed some mutual friends to ask them about their experiences with Corey… how they met, and how he enhanced their lives.
The consensus was that Corey left this world LIVING it to the fullest. He encouraged all of his friends and students to live life with passion and enthusiasm, which he did till the end.
Some of my friends share their thoughts…
Perry Marshall, the Google Ad Words guru says:
“I learned a lot from his email newsletter, and many practices he pioneered are standard today. He was one of the very first people on the planet to build an affiliate program, and he was the first to apply many offline DM methods to online marketing.”
John Alanis of WomenApproachYou.com added:
“He was one of the very few people who I can say I have the utmost respect for– he was a good man.”
Michael Murdock, DocMurdock.com
“The man did some amazing things with our internet and taught so many of us marketing tips and tricks that helped propel our businesses skyward on the Internet. His muse will be truly missed.”
Heidi Richards, Founder & CEO, WECAI.org
“I am sending a card on behalf of my entire board of advisors.
Wishing you all the best… and then some.”
I received many other stories about how Corey helped people build their businesses, how private a man he was, and how he responded quickly and openly to people who asked his advise.
I heard a song this afternoon, not long after I got the news that I think is befitting of this event. It’s a country song “Live Like You Were Dying” that tells a story of a man diagnosed with a fatal disease and the doctor recommends for him to live the remainder of his life with passion, love, and daring in every act.
The man spends his next days skydiving, Rocky Mountain Climbing, riding mechanical bull, and watching an eagle fly, forgiving old hurts, and loving everyone and everything deeper. I submit that Corey did just that, not knowing of his fate. A lesson I believe we can all learn from.
Corey was married just last year. I send my sincerest wishes and prayers to his family and staff, and all those who loved him.
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To the family of Mr. Rudl, my sincerest condolences and prayers are with you . May the blessings of the Lord be with the family and staff!
Although I did not have the opportunity to meet Corey, his work touched my life and those of many of my members. He was a great inspiration, a giving human being and incredibly gifted. Although he is physically gone from the planet, his legacy will live on forever. On behalf of the members of the Women’s ECommerce Association, my heartfelt condolences go out to Corey’s family and friends.
Heidi Richards, Founder & CEO – WECAI.org
My condolences to Corey’s family and friends.
I was introduced (via the internet) to Corey thru Brian Tracy, Perry and Barb, only last September, but feel I’ve known him for much longer. Corey was the only “Guru” that ever answered me (my questions) personally as he helped this 45yrs guy get familiar with the WWW World. I was amazed and in awe of his accomplishments…still am !
This canadian will miss your pioneer guiding hand and genuine honesty. You gave and shared so much to this small world with your big life ! I too, wish you well in your journey.
Merci Beaucoup !
Yve R. Rochon – Owner
YourNameSellsNiagaraSouth.com
My heartfelt and sincere condolences to Corey’s family and friends.
I was introduced (via the internet) to Corey thru Brian Tracy, Perry and Barb, only last September, but feel I’ve known him for much longer. Corey was the only “Guru” that ever answered me (my questions) personally as he helped this 45yrs guy get familiar with the WWW World. I was amazed and in awe of his accomplishments…still am !
This canadian will miss your pioneer guiding hand and genuine honesty. You gave and shared so much to this small world with your big life ! I too, wish you well in your journey.
Merci Beaucoup !
Yve R. Rochon – Owner
YourNameSellsNiagaraSouth.com
On this lovely spring morning in Vancouver, there is such sadness.
Corey Rudl was a fellow Canadian and a trusted source of Internet market ideas and training for me. I didn’t know him personally, but I learned a great deal from Corey. His final lesson? Live life to its fullest every day, for tomorrow may never come.
I send hearfelt condolences to Corey’s wife and family. Perhaps you will find small comfort in knowing that Corey touched so many of us in such a positive way.
Andrea Wilson, Owner
AbleWebs.com
Barbara;
Please send my deepest sympathies to the family and friends. While I did not know Corey, I do know some of his work. Our world is a better place for him having been here, that is certain.
Chuck Hall
netthall@hotmail.com
I cried yesterday when I heard what had happened from Mark here in Florida. I wish to express my condolences to his family and especially his lovely wife. I was saving up to buy his course in internet marketing, now—? I was a subscriber to his newsletter and will miss reading and learning what he had to offer. I once sent him an email and asked a question and believe it or not, he answered a little nobody like me as tho he were a friend. He will be missed on the WWW and I hope that he rests in peace knowing that he left us while doing what he loved.
Sincerely Heartfelt,
Patti Gendreau
I thought it was a hoax when I first heard about Corey’s demise. Sadly I never got to meet him in person though I own many of his products. He was a true marketing genius. My heart really goes out to his new wife.
I simply could not believe it. A man so alive was an inspiration. My heart immediately went out to Tracy, and all of his family, which he himself always said was the reason he did the internet thing. Isn’t it what we all want? To spend time with the people we love. Cory was an inspiration in so many ways.
Terry Calamito
Boulder, Colorado
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