"Overpriced. Overhyped. Under delivers."

Career Evolved's $5,000 program promises job placement within 3 months, but the reality is far from it.

Their success stories are outdated, often lacking dates to prove when these success stories actually occurred.

In fact, most of the success comes from candidates who were already quite successful and well-networked before joining—not from the program itself.

Expecting fast results in today’s job market, as they advertise, is unrealistic. Most members take several months to land a job, if they land one at all.

The program’s approach feels more like a toxic workplace than effective coaching. The coaches don't hide the dislike they feel towards the program members. The veiled attempts to be positive when they hate the program members is felt, even if they dawn on the professional mask.

It would not surprise me if behind the scenes Olivia + team criticize the program members because of how they address the audience during group coaching calls. That "hate you all" energy is felt even if they don't say it explicitly.

They rely on a repetitive “just do it” mantra that fails to address real concerns.

Like a parrot, some coaches just repeat the program concepts back as if there were a comprehension issue. No insights. No epiphanies. Just more of the same verbatim repetition of program concepts. No surprise, it doesn't lead to a breakthrough that leads to a lasting change.

The 1:1 coaching is often unhelpful, with no way for members to provide coach's feedback or escalate issues when coaches act unprofessionally.

One example: a coach was allowed to mistreat members for weeks, and no action was taken. That coach chose to leave voluntarily but it wasn't because her coaching style was flagged as mean spirited and unhelpful. She had this "I don't want to be here" energy that was so easy to notice.

Fake a smile is being practiced on both ends: coaches and the program members.

Their contract terms are one-sided, offering no refunds or guarantees, meaning there’s no incentive for them to improve the program or ensure candidate success. No exit interviews or feedback during the program on a weekly/monthly basis means they’re not aware of issues or even trying to learn from their mistakes.

The blame shift happens every week where Olivia + team say the problem is not the program, it's the people who don't follow the program.

They sure don't talk down to people during the sales calls but once you're in the program the illusion of being nice fades into the reality of "our way or the highway."

So many of the group coaching calls are often filled with negativity, where the coaches deflect blame onto the members instead of taking responsibility for the program's shortcomings.

Coaches also seem to lack energy and fail to motivate the group effectively, which makes the "win" calls feel more like venting sessions and a toxic workplace obligation than a supportive learning environment.

The course content itself is both minimal and outdated, with short videos that fail to provide real value or practical how-to steps.

Networking for job placement is covered in less than 30 minutes, yet it leaves out how to do it beyond a few written scripted examples.

If you’re looking to improve your social skills or networking skills, you’d be better off reading a couple of books than wasting thousands of dollars on this program.

In short, Career Evolved is not worth the investment.

The program’s inflated price and lack of tangible results make it a poor choice for anyone who needs to find their next role.

"Do your due diligence on the program. "

Career Evolved is a specific type of program that is best suited for true Director, VP and C-Suite level executives. Make sure to read the contract fully and clearly understand what the program includes - online resources, 6 one-on-one coaching sessions to be used in 90 days and weekly group calls.

The program is heavily focused on mindset, which is extremely important. It provides specifics on how to work on mindset in the online resources and weekly calls along with daily mindset work. The coaches are good and genuinely want to help. The program focuses on shifting your mindset then doing A LOT of outreach. Not much focus on resumes or LinkedIn profiles as the goal is to outreach and find roles in the hidden market where the resume is not as important. Makes sense, but is not for everyone.

My experience with CE started out well. Olivia spent a lot of time talking with me before I signed up. I don’t believe it was a sales pitch. She genuinely wanted to and believed she could help me. In retrospect, I do not think I was right for her program. I met a few others who felt similarly. The mindset work has helped me, but I needed additional support that this program does not offer. I made incorrect assumptions it included more partially based on the cost. That’s on me.

In my opinion, the cost is too high for what is received. The initially quoted fee is very high and is then ‘reduced for you.’ I heard the same from others in the program. The difference in program fee between clients was a range of several thousand dollars. The fee is not published. A few months ago I came across another program with the same overall structure that charges a monthly fee of several hundred dollars with the ability to stop at your discretion. In that program one-on-one coaching is paid for separately as each client’s needs are different. In the same timeframe of 90 days, the total would be significantly less with paying the monthly fee and separately for 6 coaching sessions. That program also offered group coaching on specific topics. I did not join so I cannot say it was better, but I know it was very comparable and had good reviews.

Olivia is going to respond to this review and say that I wasn’t dedicated to the process, and she is partially correct. I was very honest about my issues and continued to struggle. I also had a family issue I was dealing with. As I did not fully read the contract regarding the number of coaching sessions and trusted in what I was told and subsequent assumptions I made, I did not optimize the sessions. I also started the program a few days before Thanksgiving. If I had known the limited sessions and timeframe I would have waited until after the holidays to start. Later when I was apparently almost out of sessions, Olivia offered to continue to meet with me, but then sent me a harsh message about limits. She later apologized, and I was then relegated to another CE employee (a former CE client turned salesperson/coach who has since left) who met with me while walking her dog then later while putting on makeup. She did try to help me and sent a follow-up recap email, but that was the last coaching I received.

I do not know how many clients successfully find a job in 90 days. I attended pretty much every weekly group call for over 90 days due to Olivia allowing me to continue to attend the calls, but only know of a few who landed as a result of the program. Several went out on their own. A few were hired by CE. There’s a list of CE members, but it just has names, titles, location and LinkedIn URL. I know the program can work, but for most I don’t think 90 days is enough time to do the work needed and land a job especially for high level executives in this job market.

I’m expecting a negative response from writing this review, but feel it’s important for job seekers to fully understand what they are signing up for. In a recent review on TrustPilot, Olivia responded that they need to vet their clients better, and I hope that is true. I wasn’t the right client for CE, and am out a lot of money I really did not have.

"You'll evolve both professionally and personally"

Olivia's program is outstanding.
Career Evolved puts you in the driver's seat helping with the mindset shift that you are not just seeking a job to make a living but a career to create a lifestyle.
There are several things that I love about this program.
1. It's process oriented. If you follow it and commit to it, it will work.
2. The coaching and support you have with your coach, as well as the team is helpful not just in the advancement of your career but to help you understand what could be holding you back in other areas of your life.
3. The support of the community is unlike other coaching programs out there. It's a collaborative effort. We all have good days and bad days. When you are having a bad day but hearing about someone else's success, you believe you can do it too.
Again - it's systematic and works if you work it.
Leave your ego at the door and be coachable. You'll succeed.
I'm happy to share my experience with anyone who may have questions.
Many thanks to Inga, David and Olivia!

"Forget what you know about the job search"

I was initially hesitant about this program because of its unique curriculum, but once I explored the tools and professional network it offers, I found it incredibly valuable. It not only expanded my mindset but also boosted my confidence and broadened my professional horizons. I joined at a challenging point in my career, and it paid off significantly. I connected with many amazing people through this program and would highly recommend it to anyone seeking more than the typical, uninspiring career strategies that often lead nowhere. If you’re ready to take control of your career and professional journey, I highly recommend giving them a call to learn more.

"It Works If YOU Work It!!"

I can’t say enough about the incredible experience I had with Career Evolved and Olivia Gamber. I was enrolled in the program from October 2022 - January 2023.

If you’re looking for a career growth program that goes beyond the basics, this is it. I thought I just needed help getting back into the workforce, but this program offered much more than that. What truly sets this program apart is the cutting-edge identity and mindset work. The deep inner work around identifying and overcoming personal limitations was transformational for me—not just in my career but in my overall outlook on life, leadership, and relationships. Olivia’s unique approach gets to the heart of who you are and empowers you to break through in ways you didn’t realize were possible.

The support from Olivia and her team of coaches is outstanding. They genuinely care about your success and well-being. They are responsive, encouraging but also respectfully challenged me in areas that I needed to expand my thinking. Whether it’s personalized guidance or helping me navigate challenges, their expertise and encouragement were invaluable. Every step of the way, I’ve felt fully supported, knowing I had a team that was invested in my growth and success - and believed in me more than I believed in myself at that time!

One of the biggest highlights of the program is the community of other students. The openness and willingness to share insights and collaborate were key to my growth and very inspiring. Learning from their journeys and seeing how they overcame similar obstacles provided me with new perspectives and and helped me find gratitude for my circumstances even tho they were difficult. Beyond the program itself, the other people enrolled in the program are on a similar path and genuinely want to see each other win. There was no sense of competition and scarcity but of collaboration and support.

Career Evolved is more than just a program; it’s a transformative experience, but you have to be open to doing the work and committed to applying it consistently. I can’t recommend the program and Olivia Gamber highly enough.

Yes, participating and playing full-out helped me transform myself and my bank account for the better! The program doesn’t promise to do it all for you so that you never have to life a finger so don’t expect that! Do the work and you’ll earn the results like the rest of us.

"If I could give it zero stars I would"

If I could give it zero stars I would. Career Evolved uses predatory tactics to convince people to sign up for their coaching services and then does nothing more than provide a list of LinkedIn contacts. No proven record of success. There was no personalized career coaching and I never received the goods I was promised. No help with resume or LinkedIn pages. CE has no actual career coaching is primarily mindset. This is a scam business. BUYER BEWARE!

"Finding a new job sucks, CE gives you the mindset to persevere"

Finding a new job sucks. Honestly, it doesn’t matter what program you do or what voodoo you subscribe to—it sucks! That’s why having a proven program to keep your mindset in check and keep your energy up is so crucial to really landing the best job possible for your situation. CE taught me to believe in myself, transformed my self-deprecating mindset, and led me to a place where I was wanted by multiple great opportunities and got to negotiate a situation that is truly life changing for my family. The support I received not only from various CE coaches but also from other participants and alums was invaluable in my process. There is a magic that happens on group calls where a huge group of high achievers who are all committed to mindset growth get together and share energy and strategy. Olivia, specifically, is committed to the success of each of her clients and goes out of her way to ensure a great experience for everyone who really commits themselves to the program. I felt like this program was expensive when I signed up, but now I feel like it was an investment that has not only shaped the way I engage professionally but also the way I engage with myself privately. Even before I landed a great job, my husband noted that my mindset shift had already paid us back for the cost of investment. Even my dad has commented on the shift in the way I carry myself and speak about myself. I would definitely recommend this transformational program to anyone who wants to see for themselves the transformative power of self confidence and professional alignment.

"Transformative Experience with Career Evolved: From Challenges to Success"

Investing in myself and the Career Evolved program in December 2023 was one of the best decisions I have ever made! I took the time from December 2023 to January 2024 to fully immerse myself in the modules and workshops. While continuing to rewatch the modules and log into the weekly group calls, I found myself on a major time crunch and in a panic to secure another job around February 2024. Every day, I dedicated one hour to searching for opportunities and reaching out to employers, as recommended by the program. Without this program, I don't think I would have been able to secure another executive-level position earning a six-figure salary by May 2024. Despite facing many personal challenges since my enrollment, I had the unwavering support of an understanding, attentive, hands-on, and very collaborative coach, Olivia W.

The group discussions were also phenomenal. They allowed me to hear different perspectives from others on their career pivot journey and from alumni who found success through the program. I gained key strategies from these discussions that I was able to take away and use during my hiring interviews.

Thank you so much, Career Evolved! Your program has truly transformed my career and my life!

"Get ready for an incredible journey"

Show up and be truly opened to the change. You have to want it, crave it, and go after it. It takes courage to take a deep dive into opening wounds and transforming your life, but it takes strength and commitment to keep going. Letting go of self limiting beliefs and working through the mess of a story you told yourself for years, isn’t easy, but it is so worth it! I’m so very proud of myself for investing in me. I will never ever go back to old patterns and old version of me. This program is a game changer in HOW you see yourself!

"Life changing transformation!!!"

Life changing transformation!!!

My career has skyrocketed thanks to Career Evolved. I can't say enough great things about Olivia Gamber and team. The training, coaching, community and support is unmatched and a BARGAIN at the price to land a 6-figure role.

I would NOT be where I am today in my IDENTITY - more powerful version of myself – without Career Evolved.

If you're ready to actually do the work, and take OWNERSHIP, to be at the top 10% of the country, then you should INVEST in yourself to work with the BEST in the business.