In September 2024, I joined the Start Over book project led by Marco Robinson with great enthusiasm. It was marketed as a purpose-driven movement to inspire others through storytelling, and I was told it would offer speaking opportunities, podcast appearances, and promotion to Robinson’s 2 million followers. Based on this, I also signed up in October 2024 (and began paying) for a solo book project with him—an even higher-ticket offer.Sadly, both experiences were extremely disappointing and misaligned with what was promised. I never received a contract for the solo book, nor the weekly masterminds or support that were advertised. After three initial Zoom calls (mostly about ChatGPT), I received no follow-up. Despite paying $4000 of the $12,000, I was never contacted when I stopped paying. No one checked in to ask why or offer support.With the co-authored Start Over book, initial optimism faded fast. Organisation was poor. Deadlines were missed. Questions from authors were often met with gaslighting or blame, with Robinson frequently deflecting responsibility and accusing co-authors of lacking commitment.Over time, it became clear this was less a community and more a commercial funnel. Co-authors were pressured to write glowing reviews within the first week and to upsell Robinson’s programs for commission. Despite promises, we were not allowed to promote our own businesses at events—not even with business cards.Other key issues I experienced:My book volume was delayed by over 4 months.The eBook version contained broken links to my business.The print edition had major formatting issues (e.g., margins).The hardcover was sold for AUD$103, despite poor paper and photo quality.No podcast opportunities were delivered outside the UK.Australian time zones were ignored despite repeated requests.Social media engagement was limited and largely co-author driven.Many of us were drawn in by emotional messaging, but left feeling exploited. I personally found some of Robinson’s conduct and associations triggering, especially as someone with lived experience of sexual abuse to find out he was in a relationship with a 21 year old girl. This was made worse by the defensive and at times dismissive responses to concerns raised.In my opinion, this project resembled elements of multi-level marketing—promising visibility and impact, but operating as a sales mechanism for Robinson’s services. Meanwhile, other authors who voiced concerns were removed from groups, ignored or gaslit.Since joining, I have discovered other concerning facts:His legal name is Mark Lawrence Robinson.His charity, FREEDOMX (UK Reg No: 1184907), is severely overdue on filings.Multiple businesses under his name are listed as dissolved (UK Companies House).Public records and forums detail similar complaints in the UK, Malaysia, Singapore, and Dubai for crypto, film, property and coaching projects.There are current UK court cases in process.To be clear: I do not dispute that some people had a positive experience and found success. But mine was not, and I have spoken with many others who feel the same—disappointed, dismissed, and financially burdened.If you're considering working with Marco Robinson, I strongly urge you to do independent research—beyond what he posts or says in videos. Ask for contracts, timelines, and document everything. Don't ignore red flags.This has been a difficult time as I don't want to undermine the amazing stories and inspiration of the other authors. However I believe that Success should never come at the emotional or financial expense of others, so I want to give a voice to those afraid to speak due to fears of being removed, targeted, or served with legal threats. RESPONSE TO ROBINSON:RE: Follow Up. 7 Jan, I sent message with request for meeting27 Jan, my payment failed27 Jan, you sent a message to apologised for not responding earlier & to catch up (20 days late)7 Feb, I make another payment28 Feb, I cancelled all other future payments because I was already alarmed at issues in co-author project and felt completely unsupported after your 20 days delay in responding when the orginal email on sign up were mastermind every week. These did not happen and other than your one late message I did not hear from you or your team again about the solo book. Not really the service I would expect from a $12K investment. RE: Relationship. Please do not imply what I should or should not be triggered by. And secondly your accusations against this GF publically in the co-author group is the only outrageous matter.RE: You only offered to refund me if I took the review down. I will not take money to be silent.
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Marco Robinson is an Award Winning Entrepreneur, one of the top Business Coaches in the world, 6 x international #1 Bestselling Author, Star of the UK’s Channel 4 Prime time TV Show “Get a house for free” & a Top #2 Netflix Producer.
He has also been honoured for his work in Entrepreneurship & Charity with the title of Dato ‘Seri which is equivalent to the stature of a Knighthood in the UK.
He helps business’s and business coaches / life coaches hit 6 , 7 and 8 figure revenues & has an outstanding record of Success including breaking the world record in his industry of achieving $2 Billion in sales. He is affectionally known as the Billion dollar man.
He is also an award winning Restauranteur, winning Tatler’s Best Restaurants.
He is also an award winning property investor winning the People’s Choice Best Real Estate investor & is still recognised as one of the best real estate educators.
He is also a multi-award winning filmmaker, producer, writer, director & Actor & his latest movie “Legacy of Lies” debuted at in the top #2 on Netflix USA.
He has also won Entrepreneur of the Year for pioneering the Vacation Incentive Business which hugely impacted thousands of companies and created thousands of jobs.
His new book series “Start Over - Turn any loss into a Sensational Comeback” has hit the world by storm and hitting number one bestselling status globally See more
