Leap Academy Ilana GolanReviews of leapacademy.com

I'm writing this review from a different perspective. I was a part of their sales training bootcamp. Although there were some good materials in training modules, the way the staff member, namely Amanda Crocker, conducted herself was utterly unprofessional, contrary to the way the founder presented herself in many of her marketing materials or even on the initial "group interview" calls. And yes, this was supposed to be a part of the "interview" process for the representatives which she never told us. Lack of clarity from her was glaring. She would tell you you "passed" the interview but she would never say the training was also a part of the interview process. Based on having seen the inner workings of the organization briefly, I cannot in good conscience recommend this program. If you see their marketing or even training materials, they make themselves appear as very aspiring, caring and positive self improvement programs. But the reality is, during the "training", they do not give anyone any constructive criticism they promised whatsoever and they just simply make up HR corporate excuses to cut people off with no valid explanations. In sum, if you cannot fit into Amanda's deceptive ways, you are done. I don't even think that Ms.Golan knows everything that goes on exactly. It is understandable though given that this is a less than 5 year old startup and things do fall through cracks. To be transparent, the "bootcamp" consisted of 4 one hour sessions over the course of 4 days and I've had professional conflicts on 2 out of 4 days. I was very upfront about it and I even asked for different days. Amanda was not accomodating and didn't give me any other options but to press through, basically saying not to worry during the training and she said she would "work things out". Why the hell did she "accept" me if they had no intention of letting me finish in the first place? I spoke with my fellow candidates when this happened and all of them agreed that there was nothing wrong with my presentation which means I was not behind on progress. So definitely there was a real reason that they are not telling me. The bottomline - they get off on setting people up for failure and have no interest in nurturing talent. If this is the way the company conducts itself then how could they expect people to believe what they are saying in those presentation materials? And this program is definitely not cheap. I almost want to say how much but I'm sure that would violate the NDA I signed so I won't. But definitely high enough to question their true motives. Clearly there are some successful examples. (Although on Google reviews, abovementioned Amanda wrote one and obviously she works there so THAT was wrong) For those reasons, I would proceed with caution and if you feel something is off, I would run. And don't sign up on the first call if you choose to get on their "free" call no matter what they would tell you. If the program is as good as what they say it is for whoever they're targeting, it shouldn't matter if they sign up after 1 call or the next. (Or even beyond) They even said they don't want a hard closer but trust me, they do. I've written many reviews. I have also been a Yelp Elite for the past 4 years. I take the responsibility seriously. You don't become a Yelp Elite by writing some random negative reviews just for the heck of it. And I'm certainly not the type who usually writes this kind of review to the company who didn't hire me for any position. If the company had behaved responsibly, giving fair shot to everyone especially if they're requiring applicants to participate beyond the normal first, second (or sometimes 3rd) ONE ON ONE interviews and not misleading applicants like they did with me, I wouldn't be writing this review. I'm writing this because I strongly believe that the way they handle people, employee or applicants is a reflection of what the company is really like. If they mislead employees or potential employees with deception, they would have no problem deceiving their customers. My father used to say don't pay attention to what they say, pay attention to what they do. And I'm telling you what they do from my first hand experience so that you can go in with your eyes open. So that is my advice.

I was curious about the program and wanted to see what it was about. I received a text from “Dinah” after I filled out the form and sent an email inquiring about a concern I had. She initially seemed accommodating then a day later she in not so many words made it seem like I wasn’t good enough for the program if I wasn’t ready to “invest in myself”. Be aware they seem scammy and are after people who are ready to just throw them your money. Don’t fall for it.

I have been a mortgage broker for 29 years, working 100% on commission without a salary. In essence, I have been self-employed for nearly three decades. Before entering the mortgage industry, I spent 8 years as an engineer, experiencing the corporate world, which ultimately did not fulfill me. Throughout my career in the mortgage industry, I have taken immense pride in the work I've done and the positive impact I've had on people's lives. Recently, I found myself seeking new challenges and growth opportunities. I turned to LinkedIn, hoping to discover these opportunities, but quickly realized I lacked a clear vision for my future. By what I can only describe as a stroke of divine intervention, I came across Ilana on my feed. Intrigued by her message about helping individuals create a vision for their future, I decided to take a leap of faith and enrolled in LEAP Foundations. Having participated in numerous coaching groups before, I can confidently say that LEAP Academy stands out. It is the first program I have encountered that offers a structured system to guide you with vision and clarity for how you want to live your life. Currently, I am engaged in two exciting LEAPs simultaneously: I connected with a fellow LEAPER who invited me to join his startup venture in the Fintech space, focusing on business development. This opportunity has the potential for substantial financial compensation and is providing me with valuable experience in the Fintech industry, enhancing my marketability for the future. I have also embarked on building a team in the Life Insurance Industry. This remote, self-employed position allows me to establish a long-lasting passive income stream. As I acclimate to this new system, I am confident it will yield significant rewards and positively impact others' lives. Neither of these incredible opportunities would have come to fruition had I not joined LEAP Academy. I am profoundly grateful to Ilana and all my coaches—Shannon, Gina, Su, and Amanda—for their guidance and support. Thank you, LEAP Academy, for helping me envision and embark on an exciting new chapter in my career and life.

Leap Academy has the best coaching & mentoring team, based on my personal experience. Leap Academy is exceptional in its category.

Leap Academy's Impact: Leap Academy has been instrumental in providing me with the clarity and dedication to follow my true passion: - Career Transition: I am committed to retiring from my tech days and using my skills to pursue my next adventure. "I AM ALL IN!!" - Steadfast Dedication: I will not return to tech under any circumstances this time. - Clarity of Vision: My focus is now on fitness technology and healthy lifestyle concepts/companies. - Entrepreneurial Spirit: I am eager to explore my entrepreneurial spirit to its fullest potential. - Networking: I have made numerous connections with peers and the "underground market," taking the time to help others and seek suggestions and introductions. - Leveraging Skills: I will use my sales and finance skills, along with my driven, outgoing personality, to pursue opportunities that I once thought were beyond my reach. Passion-Driven Success: I believe that by following my passion, the rewards, happiness, and financial success will follow. - Overcoming Fears: I am ready to make the LEAP to conquer my fears. As Richard Branson says, "You don't learn to walk by following rules." - Daily Motivation: "Eat a frog daily and eliminate that one nagging task." - Proactive Approach: I always ask the question since I would rather get a "no" than an "I don't know," and more often than not, I get a YES! Support System: My teenage boys, parents, and friends are extremely proud of me for my dedication to finally following my passion. Their support and encouragement fuel my drive to succeed in this new career chapter. If this resonates with you, I highly recommend taking the LEAP!! You will not regret it!!!!

Are you stuck? I was laid off and having trouble getting interviews because I was tired of selling myself short and taking jobs just to have a paycheck. I wanted to get back into leadership, but I needed help getting clear on what I wanted and having the confidence to go after it. Leap Academy helped me define my brand and prepared me for my next exciting adventure. Plus, they are helping me work on my dream of writing a book! If you need help making your dreams of a better job, opening a business, or a portfolio career, join Leap Academy!

LEAP provided me with the tools, the coaches and the community of support to leap in my career. I trusted the process, and it worked! It feels like there was life before Leap - and there is life after Leap. The life after leap is where everyone should be, filled with confidence, power and fulfillment. Grateful and honored to be part of LEAP Academy!

I've loved my time at LEAP - I see the passion and dedication and how Ilana shares authentically, gives her time and builds solutions based on the trends and needs. I really appreciated the empathy and responsiveness of the coaches and team - it's inspirational! I am excited to continue with the experiments, the tools and approach provided and especially the community and inspiration.