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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.6

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

they are charging me.. an annual subscription, that I never agreed. I wrote to them to deny such transaction , not authorized by me.. no answer, despite many reminders I am dealing now with my cre... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Speaker was great. Moderator was poor The speaker was very knowledgeable with examples and stories that were relevant. He was prepared, fluent and made several key points that were eye opening. The... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great webinar by Simon Wong. His mode analysis was spot on. Very much appreciated his looking forward to AI uses and concerns in governance and business operations. When he answered my question, my... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The C Suite CV that the career coach at Blue Steps helped me work on a few years ago was such a door opener. The conversation on being board ready today was also very practical and easy to execute. F... See more

Company details

  1. Recruitment
  2. Executive search firm

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BlueSteps is the beacon for global executive leadership and career advancement. We stand at the nexus of expertise and opportunity, guiding professionals through every twist of their executive journey. Our curated webinars, led by seasoned executive search consultants and top-tier career advisors, illuminate the path to success. Dive into transformative insights, crafted by the best executive coaches from around the world. While our discreet profiles allow professionals to strategically position themselves for top opportunities, we also empower them with compensation benchmarking tools to negotiate with authority. Our online reputation management ensures that your digital footprint exudes excellence. As leaders move through industries, we keep you abreast with real-time management move tracking. Looking for rejuvenation? Our executive retreats are tailor-made for leaders seeking reflection and recalibration. Furthermore, our collaborations with the world's leading business schools offer unparalleled access to insights and networks. With BlueSteps, every step in the executive world is taken with clarity, connection, and unmatched confidence.

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It's different in the C-Suite
Develop a career strategy that works for where you want to be. Gain intel from 16,000+ recruiters along the way.

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3.6

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

There are alot of services like…

There are alot of services like BlueSteps on thr market but I found my investment (and these investments are not cheap, unfortunately), has had the most bang for my buck with Bluesteps. As far as the executive job market goes, they were right on the money. So many other places offer much more junior advice and oppurtunities. A big thank you to the whole team at BlueSteps.

8 March 2024
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Beware of BlueSteps

I purchased Lifetime BlueSteps Membership with Career-long Premium Services. After just a couple of years, BlueSteps now says the subscription does not exist and I have to pay again. Months have gone by and they just keep stalling by talking about ongoing reviews, and don't re-activate the account. Where can I file a complaint - are they scamming people?

6 December 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Unauthorized Transaction

Unauthorised transaction

I found a transaction on my bank account and reached out to bluesteps for refund but no response. I followed up and again no response.

27 January 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SCAM: I have not had a membership with them…

I have not had a membership with them for over 10 years after I cancelled and did not bother with them because I received virtually no value from them. And then out of the blue they charged this year! 10 years later! I cannot cancel my account and they will not allow me to remove my credit card and payment information online. AVOID!!!!!!!!!!!

2 February 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This is nothing but a scam!

I purchased a lifetime membership for HK$ 3346, which is equivalent to USD 440 back in December 2021 and a career-long premium service. However, just two years later, Bluesteps silently discontinued my lifetime membership without any prior notice or form of rectification.

Back in 2023, I experienced the first issues with my account, as my profile was either partly or entirely inaccessible, parts were missing, and so on.

Despite numerous attempts to contact them, I consistently received only their standard instant replies: "We would like to inform you that we have recently undergone a system transition....or some other lame excuses.

It is worthwhile to mention that my purchase history has been manipulated, too. My lifetime membership bought in Dec 2021 was never reflected there but instead a "free" membership with a starting date of 9/11/23.

On top of that, and totally out of the blue, I was charged an "annual" fee of HK$ 775 on 15 February 2024. I immediately revoked this unauthorized payment and reached out to customer support again...but of course, in vain. No reaction, nothing!

So the HK$ 775 was billed to my card, and one would guess I have a valid subscription until Febr 2025. However, my profile is no longer visible, and I´ve been told, "Your profile is currently NOT visible to world-class search executives and agencies. To give your career the boost it deserves, SUBSCRIBE NOW and secure the visibility essential for your success!"

I have reported this to the FTC, and I highly recommend it to anyone to do the same.

To summarize it: This is nothing but a scam! Just in case, I can prove all statements with screenshots and the like.

UPDATE 11 March 2023:

In the meantime, a so-called chief happiness officer has reached out, and they have given back the HKD 775. They have also opened up my profile again, but some features, such as my career history and the like, were still not accessible
I just checked my profile. I discovered I have access to all features again, but my entire profile has been deleted, so I must key in everything again. The purchased content history is still wrong, as it still sets a “free” membership and the wrong starting date, which might lead to the same issues that occurred before again.

15 February 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DON’T GET SCAMMED

Bluesteps is a terrible company with non-existent customer service. I have emailed multiple times to cancel my account and request a refund and have not received a single response. I have also reached out to Bluesteps via LinkedIn and messaged their “managing director.” No phone number to call, no responses to emails, no real services provided and no CEO to hold accountable. It is a SCAM that preys on vulnerable people looking for work. DON’T BE A VICTIM.

20 February 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This is a scam

This is a scam. You join and there are only Blue Steps self serving webinars to get you to spend more money. DO NOT JOIN.
I have emailed Blue Steps multiple times at info@bluesteps and support@bluesteps to CANCEL with NO reply. Unfortunately, there is no number to call so I had to resort to emailing to attempt to cancel my account. After one month and multiple emails, I have still not received a reply.

Save your money as and look for other career search options and do NOT use Blue Steps.

16 February 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The customer service team responded to…

The customer service team responded to my inquires in a timely manner. I was really impressed with the level of support provided as the communication was not only efficient but the representatives understood my concerns and addressed them with a lot of care. I would certainly reach out again if I have any issues and I am positive that the experience will be just as fantastic.

8 February 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Abysmal Customer Service

Abysmal Customer Service.
I am trying to cancel my subscription but you cannot do it online.
No response to several emails I sent. With regard to the 2 phone numbers listed on the website - one goes straight to voicemail and the message says "inbox is full and cannot accept any more messages". The second number (1-800) is not a valid number.

6 February 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Big bang for your buck to help get your next executive role

The resources and webinars were all very helpful in getting me set up and ready for speaking with exec recruiters, HR professionals, and hiring managers. However, the best part was the executive coaching through Simeon Wong and his team, which quickly enabled me to recraft my story, messaging, and punchlines, and refresh it across all media to ensure consistent recruiter-facing image.

15 January 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kudos to the customer support team who…

Kudos to the customer support team who momentarily responded to my query regarding the lifetime membership (account was on hold due to my inactivity). The issue was resolved right away and in the most friendly way possible. Am grateful to the team who makes a positive difference as a face of the company!

1 February 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Useless platform

The lifetime premium was revoked, and there was zero response to solve the issue. So far the membership has not added any value. Refund is not an option as well

1 February 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Lifetime membership cancelled, no refund.

I purchased a lifetime membership for 279€ and career-long premium services for 129€ from Bluesteps in October 2020. However, just two years later, Bluesteps silently annulled them without any form of rectification.

In October 2020, I bought the lifetime membership and career-long premium services, diligently filling out my profile to attract the attention of AESC recruiters. To my surprise, in 2023, Bluesteps discontinued my lifetime membership account without any prior notification or explanation.

Despite numerous attempts to contact them, I consistently received only their standard instant reply: "We would like to inform you that we have recently undergone a system transition....

Based on my experience, I strongly advise against purchasing any additional services from Bluesteps.

5 December 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Not reputable, not functional, not worth it

The site functionality was not working - you couldn't fill out 2/3 of the profile detail preventing any real use. The "coaching" is complete BS....it's just a free session for someone to try to sell you a much more expensive coaching session. The customer service was terrible - when you email them you get an automated response saying it's processing a refund which never comes. Had to dispute the charge through my bank. Not reputable, not functional, not worth it.

1 January 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from BlueSteps

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your experience with BlueSteps. We highly value your opinion and are committed to ensuring the satisfaction of all our members.

We have received your contact information and I am reaching out to confirm that our team will be in touch with you shortly to discuss your concerns in more detail. At BlueSteps, we strive to provide exceptional service and support to our members, and we take your feedback seriously as it helps us to continually improve.

Your experience is important to us, and we are eager to address any issues you may have encountered. Please expect a call or email from one of our customer service representatives very soon.

In the meantime, if you have any additional comments or require immediate assistance, feel free to contact us directly at vponada@bluesteps.com. We are here to help and look forward to speaking with you.

Thank you for being a valued member of BlueSteps, and we appreciate the opportunity to make your experience with us even better.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Heartfelt Thanks to BlueSteps: Turning Challenges into Opportunities

I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to Kulsoom, Vamsi, Cathy, Laura, and the entire BlueSteps team for their invaluable assistance in revitalizing my career. The years 2022-2023 presented significant challenges for me professionally, but with the support and expertise of BlueSteps, I was able to not only navigate these challenges but also transform them into opportunities.

Your exceptional dedication and guidance have been instrumental in this positive turnaround. Thank you, everyone, for your fantastic work and unwavering support!

19 December 2023
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Reply from BlueSteps

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your positive experience with BlueSteps. We are absolutely delighted to hear about the pivotal role our team, including Kulsoom, Vamsi, Cathy, and Laura, played in revitalizing your career during what was clearly a challenging period.

It is incredibly rewarding for us to know that we could assist in transforming your professional challenges into opportunities. Your success is our success, and we are thrilled to have been a part of your journey.

We are here for you and look forward to continuing to support your career growth in the future.

Warmest regards,

The BlueSteps Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Useless Service

I have taken a subscription of Bluestep and advisor was assigned. Advisor has given me a list of paid services, even i pay for it, what is surety that i will get a job?
No support, they are giving access to useless services, which has no point. I don't understand for what purpose they are charging

1 November 2023
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Reply from BlueSteps

Thank you for sharing your thoughts about your recent experience with BlueSteps. We understand your concerns regarding the services provided and would like to address them promptly.

Firstly, we have received your information and are in the process of reaching out to discuss your experience in detail. Our team is committed to ensuring that all our members receive the support and resources they need to enhance their executive careers.

Regarding the additional paid services suggested by your advisor, I assure you that these are carefully curated to complement our core offerings and support your career development. While we understand there's no certainty of job acquisition, these tools are designed to enhance your visibility and attractiveness to executive recruiters.

It's important to mention that BlueSteps, much like platforms such as LinkedIn, is not a job placement agency. Our primary aim is to provide education, content, and tools like benchmarking, Hogan assessments, VeriBlue digital wallet, and Mintz verifications and social media audits, to name a few. These are intended to assist in personal and professional development, making your profile more appealing to potential employers.

However, we recognize that your experience has not met your expectations, and we are eager to address this. Our team would like to explore how we can better serve your needs and ensure you make the most out of the services we offer.

In light of your concerns, we would also kindly ask you to reconsider your review once we have had the opportunity to discuss this matter with you and hopefully improve your experience with BlueSteps.

We value your feedback as it helps us to continuously improve and better serve our members. Please expect a follow-up from us soon. In the meantime, if there's anything specific you would like to discuss or any immediate assistance you require, please feel free to reach out to us at vponada@bluesteps.com.

Thank you for choosing BlueSteps for your career advancement needs. We look forward to speaking with you and finding a way to enhance your experience with our services.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Empowering Career Success: A Testament to Simeon Wong's Exceptional Mentorship and Guidance

I cannot recommend Simeon Wong's guidance and mentorship highly enough. Simeon has been an invaluable asset during my career transition, offering a level of support and insight that is truly exceptional.

Simeon's extensive background as a business leader and entrepreneur spanning various industries gives him a unique and profound understanding of the complexities and challenges professionals face in their careers. His ability to provide mentorship, advocacy, and the necessary tools for a successful career transition is second to none.

What truly sets Simeon apart is his unwavering commitment to people. He embodies the belief that putting people first, both as customers and employees, is paramount. His approach to career development coaching at reflects this ethos, emphasizing the importance of leveraging one's unique skills and passions to achieve maximum impact in their work.

Simeon's coaching style is not just professional but deeply personal. His adeptness in unraveling the career stories of his clients, helping them craft a consistent and focused value proposition, is truly transformative. His emphasis on the importance of owning one's story resonates profoundly (especially with me)—empowering individuals to take control of their narrative and career trajectory.

In summary, Simeon Wong is not just a coach; he's a catalyst for professional growth and success. His guidance is instrumental in helping individuals navigate the complexities of career transitions, aligning their aspirations with opportunities, and ultimately achieving fulfilling and rewarding placements. I am immensely grateful for his support and would highly recommend Simeon to anyone seeking a passionate and dedicated mentor in their career journey!

5 November 2023
Unprompted review
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Reply from BlueSteps

On behalf of the entire BlueSteps team and Simeon Wong, we would like to extend our deepest gratitude for sharing such a heartfelt endorsement of the guidance and mentorship you've received. Simeon's dedication to providing personalized support and actionable insights is a cornerstone of the BlueSteps mission to facilitate successful career transitions.

His comprehensive experience across diverse business sectors indeed equips him with a unique ability to understand and address the intricate challenges faced by professionals like yourself. It's incredibly rewarding to learn how Simeon's people-first approach and his commitment to authentic career storytelling have made a significant difference in your journey.

Your experience truly encapsulates what we aim to achieve for all our members at BlueSteps – empowering them to leverage their unique skills and narratives to attain impactful roles that align with their passions and professional goals.

We are thrilled to count you among the many executives whom Simeon has assisted in steering towards fulfilling careers, and we wholeheartedly thank you for recommending BlueSteps and Simeon's mentorship to others.

Wishing you continued success, and remember, our team is always here to support your ongoing career advancement.

With warm regards,

The BlueSteps Customer Service Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They want me to pay AGAIN?

I paid for a membership a few years ago and am now suddenly locked out of my account. Instead of going to my profile, the login takes me to a page wanting me to pay again. I have gotten no reply to my query about this problem. NOT HAPPY!

UPDATE: Bluesteps customer service reached out to say my issue had been rectified. When I checked my account it had NOT been corrected. I now get a message telling me I "do not have permission to view" my own information.

1 November 2023
Unprompted review
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Reply from BlueSteps

We deeply regret the inconvenience and frustration caused by the issues you've encountered with your BlueSteps account. It's crucial for us to address your concerns swiftly and efficiently.

Upon reviewing your account details, it seems there has been some confusion. You originally joined our platform in 2004, and while you retain access to your profile, our services have significantly evolved over the past 20 years. As your subscription has not been active during this period, access to certain premium features of the website is currently limited. This policy applies uniformly to all members without an active subscription.

We are concerned to hear about the error message you've received and the trouble you're experiencing in accessing your information. Please be assured that our team is actively working to resolve this issue as a matter of priority. We aim to ensure that your access to the available services at your current membership level are seamless and meets your expectations.

A member of our customer service team will contact you directly to provide assistance and confirm once the issue has been fully resolved. We are committed to ensuring that your experience with BlueSteps is both positive and beneficial.

Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve our service, and we appreciate your patience as we work to rectify this situation. If you have any immediate questions or need further assistance, please feel free to reach out to us at vponada@bluesteps.com.

Thank you for being a part of the BlueSteps community. We look forward to resolving this matter promptly and to your satisfaction.

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