Authentic Education
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It has been 3 months since I completed the DMA program and I am still recovering, hence the delay in providing a review. Whilst some of the content and concepts were useful, I found the pace very intense ie lots of information crammed into a short timeframe. I found myself in tears at multiple points during the program, and my learning was… Read more
compromised as a result. I walked away feeling anxious not to mention my confidence took a massive hit. On the back of this experience, I have been reluctant to join any of the follow up sessions which were included in the price of program. All in all, the $5K spend was not a good ROI for me and I hate to admit it I fell for the sneaky sales pitch. It turns out the free business system that is included in the price of the program is not free, because you can access it at no cost anyway and all you are given is a bunch of training videos. We were told there would be no upselling, and within 10mins of my pre program coaching call I found myself in a conversation about their Coaching Program which was so off putting and should have been my first red flag. The Happiness Guarantee is of course not covered in detail, you can only request a refund 24hours after completing the program. I was emotionally exhausted for several weeks and did not want to revisit the material so unfortunately missed this opportunity.
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It is mind-blowing – This is a great program who they want to do coaching and want to spend quality time with their family. Thank you so much, Ben
Authentic Education lives up to it’s name – Authentic Education excels with excellence. The standard and value of the curriculum, education and ongoing support is beyond any institution, course, program or learning by far exceeds any that I have ever experienced. I cannot recommend this company highly enough. Karen Summerfield
Quality all the way – I have been a client of Authentic Education for several years now. I cannot express my gratitude for the quality of education these guys deliver. Everything is delivered at an exceptional level and the benefit of my taking action and working with them is measurable in every aspect of my life.
Hands down the best personal development education on the planet! – As a life long (20+ years) personal development junkie I have been through so many programs, it is really my way of life and where all my money goes. But Authentic Education blows all of the other ones out of the water with their programs. Extensive scope, immersive online training, amazing community and support, and real tangible lasting changes in all areas of life. I could not recommend them enough and looking forward to my next program.
Enjoy Excellence in Training with Fabulous Ongoing Support – Authentic Education is far and away the most genuine company I've ever come across in 50 years of learning and working. If you want to: * become an effective mindset/results coach * improve your business organisation * gain greater sales and marketing skills * become a superior presenter * or even write a book then Authentic Education is the… Read more
company to go to. They give free education in half-day and one-day events, so one can test them out to see if you and they fit, without any cost. Also, once you train in any course with them, the ongoing information and support they offer is outstanding. In over 50 years, I've only come across one other company that gives such outstanding support, and that is with Rick Collingwood and The Australian Academy of Hypnosis. Authentic Education also set up graduate groups for ongoing brainstorming and support. I cannot recommend Benjamin J Harvey and Cham Tang and their company, Authentic Education, highly enough.
In-depth reviews
"Mastering Educational Ads: A Day with Chang Tang at Authentic Education" – Before I did this days training course with Authentic Education, I didn't really get how to make good educational ads. I thought I knew the basics, but there was so much more to learn. Right from the start, this program showed me all the steps to make an ad that really talks to people. And it's not just about making an ad look nice. It's about… Read more
understanding who you're talking to and what they want to hear.
What I loved most was how hands-on the training was. It wasn't just talk. By the end of the day, with Chang Tang's help, I had made my own 5-minute ad. This wasn't just any ad. It was one that really spoke to the people I wanted to reach.
Chang Tang was an awesome guide through all this. He knows his stuff, and he's really good at explaining things simply. Plus, you can tell he really cares about helping us get it right.
If you're like me and you want to learn how to make ads that really work, this training will offer it. I'd say join a. With Chang Tang's teaching and the stuff I learned, I feel ready to make great ads for my business. great use of my day.
Train to be a coach in 6 days and takes 6 months to apply for ICF Credential - Come on – I have been looking into life coaching courses for a while now and want to find the perfect course if that is a thing. In my investigations so far it is very clear that any course worth doing needs to show up on training.gov.au because that means it is Nationally recognised and accredited by a governing body called ASQA in Australia. I also… Read more
learnt that this is a requirement to get professional indemnity insurance which you would think every coach would want or need but if you are not told about it then its something you learn along the way.
I travel between two countries for 6 months at a time so for me the ICF accreditation is a big deal and these guys do have a Level 1 but it does mean you need to do a fair amount to tick all the boxes before you can apply for a credential and then it is at the lower level so this got me thinking about more questions like how can I be trained to be a life coach in 6 days when other courses i have seen are all around 12 months?
My conclusion is and only mine that its because they are not a registered training organisation that has criteria they need to meet, thats why! I called this ASQA group to find out more and I have since learnt that the coaching industry is unregulated and thats why you can do any course with anyone at any cost and be a coach but they also mentioned that there is talk about a regulation coming like what happened with the financial advisors a few years back. I spoke to a financial advisor to find out about this regulation thing and apparently they had to go back and study if they did not have the minimum qualifications and this guy had been doing it for 10 years already. The other option he had was to change career which for him was not possible so he lost his postition, his income and had to study what was required to keep going. Nobody seems to know when this regulation will happen but many think it will be sooner rather than later because coaching has become such a huge industry.
After all of this I know Authentic is not for me because I cannot get national recognition and then professional indemnity insurance and I have to do more hours and work just to apply for the credential I really want with the ICF so I can keep running my business between the two countries. I am struggling to find a course that is nationally recognised by a Registered training organisation and that has the level 2 accreditation with the ICF, surely this is possible???? Why is this such a difficult process?
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Best-in-class Education Company – As someone who has invested heavily financially in their education, Bachelors in engineering, MBA post graduate degree etc. , my investment in Authentic Education has been by far the best investment I have ever made in my education. Learning real-life skills! The ROI on some of their programs like the Accelerated Coching Certificate, Way of… Read more
Wealthy, Present like a Pro are almost immediate. I have had some of my biggest breakthroughs during these programs and the way I approach life has changed significantly and for the good. Their programs are well-structured, the course delivery is excellent ( by far one of the best online courses I have been through), the support throughout the student journey is world class. And I absolutely love the community, and have built great relationships here. I know I use superlative words to describe the quality fo their products and services, but it is truly my personal experience and the transformative changes in my life are testimonial to it. I highly recommend them for anyone that wants to live a fulfilling and free life.
Positive reviews
Authentic Education is truly a game-changer for anyone looking to grow personally and professionally. Their programs are packed with valuable insights, practical strategies, and inspiring content that empower you to take action. Whether you're looking to enhance your mindset, improve your business skills, or create a greater impact, their… Read more
teachings are clear, engaging, and results-driven.
Thanks to Authentic Education, I now have the skills, tools, and confidence to start my own business. Their step-by-step approach makes the process easy to follow, and the ongoing support ensures you never feel alone on your journey. The team genuinely cares about their students, creating an incredibly supportive and motivating environment.
If you're serious about transforming your life and business, this is the place to be!
Fantastic Education Programs for Coaches – Authentic Education provided such a great experience in my first full program with them. The amount of information that was covered just blew my mind, I didn't even realize how much it was until I went back to review my notes after the program finished. I feel much more confident getting my business started now, I cannot thank Ben and Cham enough. I am looking forward to the next program about presenting to a group.
It's not about being perfect, its about getting started – Attended the Difference Maker Accelerator program that has completely changed the way I view and will create content for my business. The approach and insights are remarkable and refreshing. I love how it allows me to show up and even be vulnerable through my messaging. I can't thank Ben and the Authentic Education Team enough for the journey I am on. It really does help build confidence to get started. Thank you.
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Negative reviews
Stick to their free days- their paid programs not worth your time – I initially attended a couple of free days run by Benjamin & they were of great value. I then purchased the 5 day Difference Maker Accelator. The first couple of days were good, but the remaining 3 days were an absolute waste of my time. However, I still attended them in full & participated as the condition of getting the refund is that you… Read more
need to attend all the days in full.
To the company's credit- the refund was processed speedily, no questions asked. Interestingly, nobody rang to get feedback either.
Benjamin doesn't hide the fact that his goal is to train a million coaches. You attend his program with over 100 other people & it feels like you're on a factory conveyor, churning through potential life coaches.
Asking questions is challenging - because there are so many other people & they have questions too. So, to accommodate all the people, there are volunteers who answer your questions. I asked the volunteers questions on a few occasions- they didn't have concrete answers to my questions, but "shared their perspectives". I can ask educated friends for perspectives without enrolling in a 5 day course.
Ah, but you have one day during the course where Benjamin will stay up as late as needed to answer everyone's questions! You just need to be in the queue till 1am or later. Cham will stay on a different night. Does that sound reasonable that participants are expected to stay up till whatever time to get a question answered? Some of us have children to make dinner for, or put to bed? Some of us perhaps want to rest after sitting in front of a screen for 8hrs. But Ben makes it sound as if this is a wonderful opportunity that we'll have MORE time with him & with Cham in the after hours.....
The entire course felt like a massive bait to sell their bigger, lengthier programs. The more time I spent with them (ie the full 5 days), the more it felt that one is a part of a cult. Any criticisms of the program were swiftly challenged by the team working for Ben & Cham, & at the same time rewards are given for positive feedback- hence the high number of 5 star reviews.
If you're considering this company, I'd recommend attending only their free events. Those are actually good value for your time. The paid program was time that I'll never get back...
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Bad experience with refund policy – I had worked with authentic education for some time and had a great experience. I recommended to my girlfriend now wife with very high praise. Her event was rescheduled as it couldn’t be run the weekend she had booked. By the time the rescheduled event was to be held her business had folded and the course was no longer something she wanted … Read more
We requested a refund but this was denied. The person on the phone was very aggressive and seemed personally offended we were trying to request a refund. We weren’t able to negotiate a credit to purchase another event.
I felt very ashamed I had recommended them so highly and they treaded my partner so poorly.
Of course it’s in the fine print that they can refuse a refund so there’s nothing we could do. Please be aware
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Got some great points of where to start with my marketing plan – It was great , could have been a bit clearer on what page we were on in the manual. It was pretty simple if you have already had some experience with marketing points
Recent reviews
I just want to say Thank You for amazing support from coaching certification to marketing for my coaching business, the confidence you giving by creating one stop shop - coaching & marketing. I AM VERRY GRETFULL. Len Isakov Talk To Grow Coaching
This program was exactly what I needed at this point in my coaching business. Ben used his unique combination of skills and heartfelt genuineness to create a safe learning environment full of evidence backed and supportive techniques and mindsets. I simply cannot wait to create iterations using the practices I learned. The good news is, I never… Read more
have to wait to learn more about myself and others, get into action around what I learn, and get it started. I'm full of gratitude
Authentic in Name , Product and Service – I joined Authentic Education at the beginning of the year and I have to say it is hands one of the most authentic trainings I have attended. Ben and Cham are very passionate and dedicated trainers and coaches. They really go out of their way to curate high value products and to deliver with honesty, integrity and support. The PHD has it all… Read more · 1
covered, from ACC to Confidence on Camera, everything you need to get started and improve your mindset, coaching and your business. They constantly seeking feedback and improvement. Ask any question and you will get an answer. The support team are also responsive and helpful.
Boosts my self-confidence – Authentic education courses (paid & free) other online support such as group coaching, PHD mastermind etc., helped me to bring my inner self and and belief and confidence to live and love what I am passionate about and how thankful I am to God for leading me to the right people or right organisation to learn the needed lessons in my life in every… Read more
stage of my life. Authentic Education overall is another piece of the puzzle for my life. I am blessed and enjoying my new exploration as I am in the space of career change. The courses and their programs are great and very beneficial for my personal and professional life.
Group Coaching with Ben is Awesome! – I am so grateful to be part of the ACC community this year. The ACC group coaching help reduce my overwhelmed in my workplace, business and family matters. Ben and Cham is very humble and genuine person that love to share their coaching experiences to us. Authentic Edu course helped me to find my niches and motivate me to move forward with my own niches. Show details
The education provided by this company has saved me years of trial and error – My background was a traditional family, focused on getting a job and work the 9 - 5. Reading Robert Kiyosaki's book inspired me to become a business owner, and I gave it a try. However, there was so much I didn't know. Joining the Authentic Education difference maker business program was my way of getting some help. The information was so… Read more
profound that I enrolled in all their other programs. Give it a try. They are legit. They offer money back guarantee.
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Oh, the places you can go! – As the title says, the opportunities are endless with doing this course, not just for yourself and your loved ones; but as a potential business, the options are endless. Ben, Cham, and Bronwyn are true to their knowledge and support you 100%.
Quality education in abundance – Everything Authentic Education does is truly amazing. They deliver what they promise and provide unbelievable value that just keeps on coming and coming. They really do live their love and inspire so many people to create amazing things with their life. Thank you AE.
Authentic Education is next level – Ben and Cham are so incredibly skilled and generous with sharing their skills and they truly want you to succeed. If you are considering doing any of their programs do it you will not be disapointed - but watch out your life might just change for the better
Changed my life! – I attended the Accelerated Coaching Program in 2021 it was life-changing in the best possible way. I was able to overcome the fear that had stopped me from doing what I loved. I learned how to coach myself with the tools and processes and then able to help others overcome their challenges through coaching too. Best yet, Ben Harvey & Cham Tang are the real deal and I feel so grateful to be apart of the awesome Authentic Education community.
The BEST education company for coaches – This really is a one stop shop for all things needed to set-up or accelerate your coaching business. The value is incredible. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
My cup runneth over ! – Step-by-step recipe on how to create video content for marketing purposes. Led through by the King of the Marketing Kitchen, Mr Cham Tang! Be ready for a whirlwind, action-packed highly structured day full of instructions, tips and tricks, collaborative learning with live-action exercises, and end the day with your 5-minute educational marketing… Read more
video done and dusted. Take away your own fillable Google instructional spreadsheet and access a replay of the day to use again and again to create your ongoing content! Thanks Cham! Champion of the Video Marketing Kitchen! My cup runneth over!!
The master keys to our success – This is by far the most detailed step by step training I have ever done - in depth processes with proven success in the real world, nothing is held back. If you truly want to succeed in your business - training with Authentic Education is a must do
I think Tina Turner said it... SIMPLY THE BEST – I could write a two word review, "5 Stars" but Ben and Cham and the team deserve much more! If I could give 6 starts I would! Are you a little skeptical? When it comes to Personal Development and the big promises made by some online leaders? Authentic Education break the typical mold and back up all of there teachings with not only practical… Read more
tools, tactic, techniques and strategies, but also the "Science" to back them up. This RESULTS based education that actually works, at its best. If for any reason you are sitting on the fence (And I know, because it is uncomfortable up there!) I have two words of advice... DO IT! Do whatever you have to to spend time with Authentic Education, Ben, Cham and their amazing team. I could not recommend them more. Johnathon L Mason
Perfect balanced program of Work and life – Content of Success Academy, Prosper from your passion and other courses are truely adding value to my life. Not only financial success but overall.
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