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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 meeting
27 Jan, my payment failed
27 Jan, you sent a message to apologised for not responding earlier & to catch up (20 days late)
7 Feb, I make another payment
28 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.

Working with Marco Robinson has been so inspiring and has exceeded all my expectations!

I recently had the pleasure of working with Marco Robinson at the Start Over event, and I was thoroughly impressed by his passion and ability to uplift others. He was the first to arrive at the venue, personally greeting everyone with genuine warmth.

While Marco is renowned for his compelling speeches, what stood out to me was his attentiveness. He actively engaged with the audience, asking insightful questions and fostering meaningful conversations, making each event feel unique and personalized.

Marco has an exceptional talent for recognizing potential in others and encouraging them to pursue their aspirations. At the event's conclusion, I inquired about his interest in the Chinese social media platform Rednote. Despite it being his first time hearing about it, he quickly grasped its significance and expressed a sincere willingness to research further. His openness and humility were truly refreshing.

Working with Marco was a remarkable experience. His dedication, authenticity, and golden heart make him a standout individual.

My experience co-authoring a book with Marco Robinson was transformative. He is a tremendous coach leader and supports you directly keeping the motivation as high as it can be. Also he embeds you in an outstanding community of likeminded people heading the same direction which is courage, voice and financial freedom. “Start Over” is indeed a revolutionary movement which worth every penny invested. Marco also offers a lot of trainings and opportunities to gain extra money on top of our own business of which we become authorities with the book itself. Definitely go for it! You will be helping people more than you can imagine.

The Start Over Event was a powerful experience—an inspiring platform for anyone proud of starting over in life and ready to share their comeback story. This isn’t just a book project; it’s a movement. A celebration of resilience, reinvention, and the courage to begin again.

As I wasn't able to attend in person, I joined virtually, and I thoroughly enjoyed this event and listening to Marco and the other inspiring authors! One thing that stood out amongst everyone was the bravery and refusal to give up! Looking forward to future events. Thank you!

Beautiful day connecting and listening to powerful real life stories turning their loss into sensational comebacks. Looking forward to hearing and connecting more at the next events.
Debs

Meeting and being around Marco has bought out the best in me from day 1 and with his energy around me I know now I can be the person iv always wanted to be God bless you Marco with this startover movement 🙏🏾❤️

I went to the in person live London Event of the Book Launch for the Start Over Series, TurnAnyLossIntoASenstationalComeback. This event was incredible. Hosted in the huge space of Underwood Lofts. The venue included a massive ornate front room with Victorian windows, seating for 120 and was a perfect location to host a book launch. The airflow and lighting was excellent along with the refreshments area which was like a stately home. Loved the red carpet, great for photos. Meeting the coauthors in person was incredible and made their stories come alive on another level. The 2nd day was a really interesting presentation on client journeys. Marco's hosting on both days added to the liveliness of the event. This space was also great for Mahimas breath and body work. One of the best days of my life. Would consider the venue for a wedding. Have already bought the Start Over book volume 1 which is amazing btw.

The two-day book launch event with Sir Marco Robinson was an unforgettable experience. It was packed with purpose, energy, and real transformation. I left feeling deeply inspired and aligned. Marco is exceptional at helping others live their dreams. Highly recommend attending anything Marco is part of!

What a great initial launch for the book - Start Over: Turn Any Loss Into A Sensational Comeback Series (Volume One). And really enjoyed all the valuable insights of day 2. Thanks again :-)

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Working with Marco has been one of the best decisions I’ve made for my business. I’m so grateful I found him—he’s not just a brilliant business coach, he’s a truly supportive mentor who sees your potential before you do. Since joining his program, I’ve gained clarity, confidence, and real momentum. My business is about to grow in ways I once only dreamed of, and I’m still learning from him every step of the way. If you’re ready to elevate your brand and step fully into your power, Marco is the one to guide you there.

I had a great experience with Sir Marco. I took business coaching from him, started out just 4 months ago on a 12 month program and in that time I've managed to get my business from 25k revenue per month to over 100k per month in the last 2 months using his methodology!

If you're on the fence, Sir Marco is knowledgeable, heart focused and genuinely cares about you getting results, at least, that's been my experience.

He's always available when I need, he gets back to me quickly, his framework is pure gold and I couldn't recommend him more highly!

If you're on the fence, I couldn't recommend him more highly!

Marco is an extremely knowledgeable and honest guy, he’s always delivered in the best possible way.

Working with Sir Marco Robinson has been an absolutely incredible experience. He’s energetic, fun, and extremely passionate about everything he does. His direct, no-bullshit approach is so refreshing — you always know exactly where you stand, and it pushes you to grow in the best way possible.

Through working with him, I’ve learned so much about marketing, building a brand, mastering social media, and developing real leadership skills. Marco is not only a wealth of knowledge, but he’s also incredibly generous with his time. He’s always available when you need him, and he shows a level of compassion and kindness that’s rare to find.

If you’re serious about leveling up and you want to work with someone who genuinely cares about your success, Sir Marco Robinson is the real deal.

I have been mentored by Marco for the last 6 months on the Start Over project and have found him to be amazing. He has pushed me to be the best version of myself and that has resulted in a book and coaching roles. I would recommend Marco as a mentor for anyone looking at building their brand. I love him.

Marco is an exceptional business mentor, a source of unwavering support, and a true inspiration. His guidance and expertise have been invaluable as we collaborate on our book, "Start Over." Marco's profound knowledge, coupled with his genuine passion for helping others succeed, makes him an outstanding mentor and a remarkable individual.

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I can't express enough how grateful I am to Marco Robinson for his incredible support and guidance. For years, I struggled to find the clarity and motivation to start writing my book. Thanks to Marco's encouragement, I finally put pen to paper and am now proud to say that I am an author in the upcoming Startover Movement!

Additionally, I signed up for Marco's coaching program, and I am already seeing significant growth in my social media following. The strategies I have implemented have proven effective, and I feel more confident in my journey as an author and entrepreneur.

Once I complete the business coaching program, I look forward to sharing a more in-depth review. So far, my experience has been nothing short of amazing!

Thank you, Marco, for changing my life!

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