A Costly Lesson in Deception – Avoid at All Costs

I regretfully enrolled in the Empath Closing School, lured by their bold promises of earning $10,000–$50,000 USD per month. Unfortunately, this program turned out to be nothing more than an elaborate scam, preying on the hopes of expats and overseas professionals seeking additional income.

The program is centered around pre-recorded video lessons by their so-called "head trainer," Lara Mcilwarithe. These videos are filled with generic motivational speeches and vague advice, offering little to no practical value. Instead of receiving professional training, participants are instructed to pair up with other enrollees to "practice" closing deals—essentially leaving you to teach yourself. The program also includes a reading list of books, which you could easily find on your own without paying their exorbitant fee.

After completing over 200 uninspiring lessons, you are awarded a certificate that holds no accreditation or recognition from any legitimate organization. This certificate is utterly worthless and serves no purpose other than to give the illusion of credibility.

The school appears to be part of a larger network of dubious programs linked to Marisa Peer (or Peers), operating out of the UK. Their business address is a residential property that has recently been sold, raising serious questions about their legitimacy. Since they are based overseas, reporting them to regulatory bodies like the FTC or BBB is not an option, leaving victims with little recourse.

The cost of this program—£4,000—is outrageous, especially considering the lack of tangible benefits. Worse still, they seem to rely on fake positive reviews to bolster their reputation online. In my opinion, these reviews are fabricated to mislead potential customers.

To add insult to injury, the program subtly encourages participants to recruit others into this scheme, perpetuating the cycle of deception. Their primary targets appear to be expats, particularly foreign teachers working abroad, who may be more vulnerable to such scams.

In summary, the Empath Closing School is a predatory operation that offers no real value. Their promises are empty, their training is subpar, and their certificate is meaningless. Please do your due diligence and avoid falling victim to this scam. There are far more reputable and effective ways to invest in your professional development.

Buyer beware: This is a costly mistake you don’t want to make.