James Schramko Avis 23

Four things I've loved and massively benefited from working with James: 1. He has deep, lived experience navigating the growth and scale of successful businesses, so what he shares is real, authentic and grounded in real life. 2. He's constantly evolving and challenging his own way of doing things — and shares this progression in genuinely valuable ways with those he works with. 3. He has striking perspective on both the technical and human side of building something significant. 4. He's committed and prolific in sharing insight and supporting those he mentors.

Thanks James. You've helped catalyse a real step-change in my mission!

When my business partnership of 5 years began to unravel, I found myself in one of the most stressful situations of my professional life.

I had built this business from the ground up — taking it from under $100k a year to a multiple-7-figure operation.

What started as a desire to exit my 50% stake turned into a full-blown power struggle — one where I was being pressured, manipulated, and ultimately threatened with walking away with nothing.

The people I was dealing with were well-connected, experienced, and not playing “fair”.

Someone I'd trusted as an ally flipped overnight and presented me with a "buyout offer" that was essentially me handing over control of my own assets in exchange for a promise of future profits — with no guarantees, no personal commitment, and no real protection for me whatsoever.

When I pushed back, the message was clear: take it or leave it.

That's when I was introduced to James.

What James brought to the table was something I really needed at that moment — clarity, calm, and strategic thinking.

He didn't panic. He didn't moralize.

He simply helped me see the situation for what it was and map out a path forward that protected my interests without escalating things into all-out war.

His guidance was instrumental in repositioning the negotiation entirely.

The person who'd been pushing the unacceptable offer was sidelined, and a genuinely neutral, trusted solution was found — including the appointment of a CEO that both sides could work with.

It was an outcome I honestly didn't think was possible when I first came to him.

James has a rare ability to cut through noise, emotion, and complexity and get to what actually matters.

If you're a business owner facing a high-stakes situation — especially one involving partnerships, exits, or people who don't have your best interests at heart — I cannot recommend him highly enough.

He didn't just help me save my business. He helped me think clearly when I couldn't do it on my own.

I have been trying to create scale in my consulting business since 2006 - James is the only person I have worked with who...

I had been stagnant in my growth for 2 years before I started working with James.

Took the time to truly understand..

My personality and how I work
Where I have been blocked in the past

Then tailor a strategy and approach that not only works for me but that provides better value for clients.

Most coaches stop there and hope you nail it.

Not James, he takes the time to monitor your progress and change tact based on what actually works in the implementation phase.

For the first time ever I have a marketing machine that creates a steady flow of leads and a plan that has no real cap on my growth.

And we are really only just starting to hit our straps !

I've spent over $300,000 USD on business education in the last 10 years.

Coaches, masterminds, courses, programmes. You name it, I've probably tried it.

And I've learnt a lot from a lot of people.

But here's the thing: until I met James Schramko and started working with him one-to-one in his mentor group, I didn't realise what was actually missing in my business.

James doesn't mess around. He cuts through the noise, strips back the complexity, and gets right to what matters.

He helped me refine my offer.

He helped me kill parts of the business that weren't working or had simply evolved past their usefulness.

And he did it all with a clarity that's frankly rare in this space.

What sets James apart?

He's my secret weapon. He's always in my corner, available to respond to any question I have. No matter what.

That level of access and personalised attention is something I've never experienced in 15 years of running a business.

I've had several mentors over the years. I couldn't imagine running a business without them.

But James has been enormously influential in helping me create the business exactly as I want it to run.

If you're serious about building something that works, something sustainable, something you actually want to show up for every day, talk to James.

Couldn't recommend him more highly.

James has been exactly what I needed.

In a world of hype and quick fixes, his direct, calm truth has kept me grounded and on the right path, both personally and in business. He doesn't sugarcoat. He doesn't overcomplicate. He just shows you what works and holds you accountable to actually doing it.

That clarity is rare. And invaluable.

If you're looking for a mentor who will tell you the truth, challenge you when you need it, and help you build a business that actually serves your life (not the other way around), James is your person.

Highly recommended.

James has been my coach for over 5 years and helped me stay on track and make better decisions. He's very well read, well-connected and thoughtful with his advice and ideas. I see James helping all sorts of business owners work through challenges and opportunities. He's strategic and super experienced and I'd highly recommend James for any business owner looking for a coach to mentor and lead them. There's a huge range of templates and playbooks that are great times savers and proven shortcuts

James completely took the reigns and helped me revamp my entire business model into something I love again. I'm not spending hours of my week on sales calls or training a sales team and instead spending more time with my clients who are trailblazers changing the world and more time doing the things I love outside of my work. Unbeatable combo, thanks James!

I absolutely love the way James thinks. In such a short space of time, he has looked within my business and recreated my business structure - One that is customised to me, my clients and the lifestyle I'm aiming to achieve. His demeanor and communication styles are non judgmental along with having high integrity. We are very much in alignment, and I've found it hard to find a coach that customises their program around your own goals - nothing is cookie cutter with James. And he actually cares!

I met James about 7 years agao and studied with him at that time for a few months. He had already developed a reputation for being a thought leader in the industry. I reconnected with him recently after following his work and needed a particular tyoe of expertise. I have to tell you that the experience has been nothing short of first class. His development in AI, his attention to detail are outstanding. I have high standards and he over delivers. His knowledge base and approach have been invaluable. I have had the fortune of working with some of the so called "best" in the industry and James has out shadowed them by miles. He recognised what I want from my business and given me exactly what I needed and above. I highly recommend any professional looking to get insights that very few have the ability to deliver reach out and join James's program!!

Having run my own businesses for over a 2 decades now, I know having solid, knowledgable mentors is a critical component to success. James has been pivotal over the last couple years as one such mentor. I love the huge amount of resources available in his membership, his personal knowledge is extensive and even better the prompt response time is a godsend! James has a no BS approach to any question I have and within hours practical steps and guidance are always offered. With James's guidance we have been able to take our membership to the next level, which included increasing the cost of membership (justified by a vast restructuring and greater content), and 5x the number of members. The revenue from the membership alone has 10x in the last 18 months and we are looking to double that in the next year. I'm disappointed to have to pull away from the Schramko community for the time being, but we are growing so rapidly that our hands are full with onboarding new staff, and restructuring our systems to handle the influx of clients. We will definitely be working with James in the future once the dust settles. I highly recommend the work James does and encourage anyone serious about their business to get amongst.

I’ve known James Schramko for over 15 years, starting when I had the honor of serving alongside him mentors for Chris Howard’s Billionaire Adventure Club—one of Chris’s most exclusive, programs.

Chris Howard is one of the top names in the personal development world, running massive events events giving people NLP skills and changing lives.,

His Billionaire Adventure Club brought together about 40 entrepreneurs each year, guided by a small group of hand‑picked mentors.

It was an environment filled with serious but fun spirited people who came extremely motivated to learn and have an adventure.

I was brought in as an internet marketing mentor, leveraging the SEO company I’d built, and James was there as a cutting‑edge authority on membership sites and other forms of online continuity income. Even in that lineup of mentors was a Hollywood producer for the movie pretty woman.

From all the mentorsJames stood out. I think that he exudes a level of honesty natural rapport, and trust that few others have.

Not long after, I also joined one of James’s own mastermind groups, and I found his insights and guidance there to be just as sharp and transformative. In fact he even warned me of a major mistake I ended up making anyways.

He has a rare ability to cut directly to what matters. He doesn’t waste time or words—he delivers clear, actionable strategies that move businesses forward.

What sets him apart isn’t just expertise. It’s candor. Jack Welch, former CEO of General Electric from 1981 to 2001, said candor is the single biggest thing missing in business—and he was right. James brings that candor every time: direct, honest, and always with genuine care for the people he works with.

One of my mentors used to say, “Feedback is the breakfast of champions.” If you want to become a champion in your business, you need someone at that level willing to tell you the truth and guide you with precision.

That’s exactly what James does.

If you ever get the chance to work with him—and he’s willing to fit you in—take it. It will be one of the best decisions you make for your business and your future.

Andrew Zirkin
Founder, AI Marketing Association

From the first interaction, James has been responsive and forward in presenting ideas and advice.
Highly recommend James!

Re-purposing how I use my team, reducing direct hours and activity from me and leveraging skills resources to grow business. It's been and is, an amazing journey of validating ideas and learning new ways to simplify business processes as well. Highly recommended!!

I had followed James for a couple of years on social media before hiring him as I loved his no nonsense approach and practical advice. When I was finally ready to work with him I was blown away by the amount of value he provides and his incredible depth of knowledge. James really cares about his client's success and his mentorship program is truly world class.

James Schramko truly changed my life. Within just a few weeks of working with him, I transitioned from one-on-one coaching to a scalable group program, launched my community membership, and—most importantly—gained the clarity and confidence to finally leave my job and go all in on my business. His strategies are simple, effective, and designed for real results.

Now, thanks to James, I’m running a business that fully aligns with my purpose—and I’m loving life. He creates tailored solutions for each of his clients, ensuring strategies that truly work. If you’re looking for a coach who delivers real transformation with integrity and impact, James is the one.

James is a master of his craft with years of experience running his own coaching business and helping other's build their own. He asked us some searching questions and helped us reflect on what made us successful and what was next for us. Over the past few months our business has grown and we are doing more of what works and less of what doesn't. The launch of our own new membership style product if off and running. James is also just a top guy. Very humble and real. I highly recommend investing in one of his programs.

James is the best mentor I’ve worked with (and I’ve had a few over the years). I enlisted his help to build out my membership business and he delivered precisely what was needed … with a smile and some Aussie charm, to boot!
I can’t express enough how important it is to have people in your circle who have done the thing you’re looking to achieve. It speeds up time and makes everything much more enjoyable. If you’re looking to build, grow and scale an online business, James is your guy.

James is truly amazing at what he does. I was stuck in my business for over a year before I started looking for help. Within a week James and I had a list of actionable items to work on in my business, and the check-in calls every week help keep me on track.

His years of experience allow him to quickly identify problem areas in your business and help you create a plan to overcome those issues.

I'd highly recommend James if you want to take your business to the next level!

I’ve been coached by James for the last 15 years. He’s been instrumental in growing my business. I would highly recommend James to anyone who is looking to surpass the 7 figure mark in the or business while valuing lifestyle and time to spend with their family

Joining James's coaching program is like hiring a top level CEO to help manage the growth of your business! I am no longer alone in my online business; each week we celebrate wins, work on challenges and get guidance through the tasks that have the most impact. James has a lifetime of current online business experience and he knows what you need to do next. Plus, I'm now making time to do the things I want to do, while the business continues to thrive!