I am totally excited.
I am very excited about the recent launch (July 23, 2008) of the Internet Business Mastery Academy membership site. So excited, in fact, that I decided to spend my hard-earned money on membership. I have been a member for almost two weeks (as far as I can tell I am one of the hundreds), and I could not be more pleased. So, I thought I would tell you about it and offer a review based on my current experience inside the hallowed halls of the Academy.
Here is something that you need to understand first. At the time of this writing, there is no affiliate program for the Internet Business Mastery Academy (IBMA). I am not making a dime writing this internet business mastery academy review. In fact, the IBMA site will not have an affiliate program for months, I'm told. Sure, when they add an affiliate program, I will edit this post to include my affiliate link — but at the time of this writing, there is no marketing hype. Just info.
So Why Doing Internet Business Mastery Academy Review Now?
I have talked to you before about the Internet Business Mastery podcast. As you may have heard on CNN, I am currently the World Record holder for “IBM Podcast Rate of Consumption” — I once listened to 30 episodes twice in 48 hours (or something like that) while traveling around Asia. Needless to say, Jay and Sterling are by far my favorite internet marketing podcast.
It's not just me. I recently learned that the IBM podcast has in the neighborhood of 15,000 subscribers and climbing. It has been the number one internet marketing podcast on iTunes for years. These guys are the real deal. Jay and Sterling both had real J.O.B.s before leaving them to pursue their dreams on the internet. They have both had multiple successful internet businesses (and some failures too).
It's Not The Money, Honey
See, when you read this internet business mastery academy review, you will know that the great thing about the Internet Business Mastery approach is that it is more about lifestyle design than making money online. There are tons of internet resources offering lots of ways to make money online from a hammock on a beach. Don't get me wrong — money is a critical, necessary element. It's just that money for money's sake is not what the IBM crew is about. Jay and Sterling are about lifestyle design — living the lifestyle of your dreams and using internet business as a tool to get there. Their tagline is “Escape the 9 to 5” — and the Academy is designed to be a place where you can learn to do just that.
So, What About This Academy Thing?
The Internet Business Mastery Academy (IBMA) is a membership site that is currently centered around three key value propositions:
- The IBMA Internet Business Courses. Jay and Sterling have previously taught a sold-out coaching course on internet business and internet lifestyle. They have taken that material, their personal experiences from running their internet businesses, and material from their time doing the IBM podcast and made it all into a new set of courses for the academy. At this writing, there are three courses, with new material coming monthly. The courses start at the very beginning with lifestyle design and justify why internet business is their focus. Then, they move right to market research and other key foundational information. From their, they cover all the information that you need to create an internet business that is aligned with your “Definite Major Purpose.”
- The IBMA Mastermind Community. Good membership sites have great forums, and the IBMA forums are off to a great start. There is a nice mix of brick-and-mortar business owners, regular people with regular jobs, people with online businesses, IBM Coaching Course grads, total newbies, seasoned internet marketing types, technology gurus, etc. Jay and Sterling have set the tone for a helpful, supportive community with shared goals. It is really cool.
- Access to the Jedi Masters. OK — it is probably true that Jay and Sterling put their pants on one leg at a time just like everyone else. (I am actually not sure about this). Still, they are very active in the forums at this point, and they are fun to be around. What I like about them is that they do not pretend to know everything about everything.
My Strong Recommendation
Well, I am thrilled with the Internet Business Mastery Academy. That's why, through this internet business mastery academy review, I strongly recommend that you give it a try. Jay and Sterling are offering an ironclad money back guarantee, so there is no risk. Courses like the stuff in the academy can cost thousands. (Read their sales page — it is excellent.) Or, skip to the bottom and sign up based solely on my recommendation. Try Internet Business Mastery Academy today.
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Hey Mark,
Thanks so much for putting up a review of the Academy! We are having so much fun teaching people how to REAL design and run an online business as well as taking part in the Mastermind Community. You are a HUGE part of the Mastermind forums, thanks for that too, BTW, and just know that we will have an affiliate program set up by the fall when we do our BIG launch!
I have also been using Internet Business Mastery Academy since its start. So far, I think its a great service – they have a lot of great course content that you can use to get started on an internet business very quickly. Simply from listening to the podcasts I have motivated myself to the point where I have just started to earn money on my first company. Three months ago I had never even thought of owning my own business.
Here are some things you will get from the the IBM Academy:
-Your mindset about work, money and lifestyle will be challenged. This is a good thing.
-All the information you need to actually get started in business will be right there in front of you. You just need to read or listen to it and then act on it.
-The forums (mastermind group) have people at all levels who can help you out.
Another member popping in to say IBMA is great. I’ve already learned so much and even found another local entrepreneur to connect with. The forums alone would be worth what I’m paying.
I am also a member and totally agree with Mark’s review of the new IBM membership site. If you have ever listen to the IBM podcast you think how can they offer this great information for free. The Internet Business Mastery Acadmey offers even more great information. It is well worth the investment. I joined the first day and learned something new everyday.
Thanks Mark for writing this review about Internet Business Mastery Academy it was a great tribute to a outstanding website. I have also been a member since day 1 and have been devouring the content with great joy. I would encourage anyone new to Internet Business Mastery to listen to the Sterling and Jay’s podcast to get a “feel” for yourself. I have been listening to them for over a year and they definitely gained my trust during that time.
Thanks for this one Mark, I hadn’t even heard of this place before now…I will be looking into it.
This must be good because this is a bold statement:
… I remember back a few months ago when someone else made a statement like this. 🙂
Just joking… we spoke already about this… looks pretty cool to me.
Courses like the stuff in the academy can cost thousands. (Understatement!)
Best wishes,
Jay and Sterling are good guys with great information. I know them both personally and they take great pains to produce course materials that are chock full of the most useful, helpful information about creating an Internet business.
Andrew
Wow, Andrew. Thanks for dropping by. Sterling talks about you all the time, so it is cool to have you drop a comment.
You really hit the nail in the head. They are “good guys” in an age where everyone seems to be all about themselves. S&J get excited about helping other people. Go figure!
Love your videos, BTW.
Thanks again,
Mark
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WOW Mark – Great review ! And as you promised….. a great sales letter too. I can easily tell that it’s truly one of those things I can’t afford NOT to do – but recently unemployed with over $1500 /mo. in financial obligations (also just signed up with Josh) and $0.00 income at the moment – I just don’t see a way to ethically make that monthly commitment. So I guess I will have to wait.
Jeff in Oregon
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Bummer on the job. I am really sorry to hear that. Best of luck — you can definitely make money online without buying expensive tools. I think you are making solid decisions.
Mark, I have to say I was really thrilled today as I was listening to some older episodes of IBM and heard a fantastic interview with you!! IBM episode 70. I was great to hear more about how you got started.
I recently found this podcast and surprised to hear you on it! Really its no surprise but it was great to hear. Congrats! And thanks for the recommendation. I love the IBM podcasts!!!
Mark, I had never heard of the Internet Business Mastery Academy membership site but I am going to check it out. There are to many positive comments here for it not to be a good place to learn. Your review was very good. thanks for the review
Hi Mark! Thanks for writing this review from mastering academic work the Internet business was a great tribute to a web site on hold. I have also been a member since day and would devour the contents with great joy. I would encourage anyone new to Internet Business Mastery to listen to the pound sterling and Jay podcast to get the “feel” for yourself. I’ve been listening to them for more than a year and it certainly has gained my confidence during that period.