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Too often, human nature reduces a web site to bits and bytes, web site rhetoric and emails. This is our attempt at personalizing the site and allowing potential members to hear from long-time members who sent us their comments in September, 2004.
While over 2 years have passed, the comments are still valid. We're doing the same things today, only better. In short, Things Happen at MBA GlobalNet for those who get involved.
We're very proud of these comments. -Rob Steir (5/07)
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"I am a member of several on-line job posting websites. MBA Globalnet is in its own league with respect to the quality of its positions and its ability to target directly to my needs. I responded to a posting for a temporary position, interviewed for the job, and started work the next week. This consulting project turned into a new corporate spin-off backed by three premier venture capitalists. I joined the senior management team and operated the company for three years before selling to a public company. In short MBA globalnet works!"
---GF (Member since 1998)
"Among the many "career" sites on the Internet, MBA GlobalNet is truly unique. Unlike other sites, I've always felt that MBA GlobalNet knows me by more than just my resume. The services and features of the site are exactly what members are looking for...not just searching databases for job postings or posting a resume in hopes that someone will find it, but providing real opportunities to professionals in a setting that treats them with respect. In an environment that is all too often uncaring and uncompassionate, MBA GlobalNet proves that a thoughtful, personal, and engaged approach to its members leads to success.
Congratulations on your continued success and best of luck with the relaunch!"
-- Jim R. (Member since 1998)
"MBA GlobalNet is truly in a class of its own. As a showcase for uniquely qualified talent, it definitely attracts the attention of the sorts of clients that have been of great interest.....and great value.......to me and to my business."
-- Stuart A. (Member since 1999)
"As a direct result
of my membership in MBA GlobalNet and MindForce
Consulting, I have been able to create highly
profitable business relationships and
partnerships coast-to-coast, as well as gotten
to know (at least virtually) a wide variety of
highly skilled and genuinely good people that I
know I can call on as resources as needed (and
hopefully they feel the same way too!)"
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Jim W. (Member since 1998)
"I have used MBA
GlobalNet since the service was launched, and
have found my membership to incredibly useful.
I've had access to wonderful opportunities and
resources that are not available anywhere else
on the net. Features such as consulting
opportunities, educational offerings, and
interactions with other members have been
directly beneficial to my career. The site is a
fabulous resource tailored to the needs of MBAs,
and I give it my highest recommendation. Best,"
-- Elisa C. (Member since 1998)
"My partnership with MBA Global Net and Rob Steir
began in 2001 (back when it was MBA Free Agents).
I had a matching service for entrepreneurs and angel
investors, and Rob was a very active and supportive
partner. I used MBAFA's Advisory Board service, which
resulted in several very strong connections, including
two that truly shaped my future. As a result of these
connections, today I am a Practice Leader for HR
technology consulting firm, and I have a successful and growing HR technology company
called Humanalytics. Before I
worked with Rob and MBAFA, I didn't have any interest
in HR whatsoever. What an incredible niche I found!
Rob Steir and MBA Global Net are all about making
win-win connections, which is the key to success
in business and in life. Who could have guessed
how significant that first phone call I made to
Rob would be?"
-- Scott J. (Member since 2001)
"As a long-standing member of MBA Globalnet, I have gotten tremendous value.
I have called upon this resource time and again for consulting opportunities,
advice, business development, and a myriad of other resources. As a site and
community that has been around through the ups and downs of the economy,
I rely on this source as a go-to resource for many needs."
--Tanja O.
(Member since 1998)
"I have been a member
of MBA GlobalNet since 1997 and continue to find
it a valuable resource. As an independent
consultant being a part of this network has been
helpful for finding projects as well as locating
high-caliber professionals with the appropriate
background to assist me when needed. I have
worked on several projects that I would not have
known about if it were not for MBA GlobalNet.
Working with MBA GlobalNet is extremely easy and
the company works very hard to ensure that it
offers significant value to its members. I
consider my membership with MBA GlobalNet a
vital part of my business network."
--Laura S. (Member
since 1997)
"I've known and worked with MBA GlobalNet since 1998. Over these last six years, MBA GlobalNet has continued to improve and deliver genuine value for its clients. The fact that it started before the dot.com boom and thrives long after it is testimony to this fact."
-- DL (Member since 1997)
"Why MBA GlobalNet is a favorite of mine:
It brings me real
opportunities that I would not have heard about
any other way
These opportunities
have made me money in the past. I fully expect
them to make me money in the future
In an era when most
networking and job listing sites are just come
ons to sell you something or straw men for
organizations to beef up their data bases, MBA
GlobalNet is a real value: real jobs, real
opportunities, a real place for me to go to get
the services I need
What can I say, MBA
GlobalNet is the only service of it's kind that
consistently makes me money."
--Ted W., (Member since 2001)
"MBA Globalnet helped me to land a short-term market
research project in my graduating year which gave me an
opportunity to gain first-hand work experience in an area
of marketing that I was interested in. I think MBA
Globalnet is a really invaluable resource for finding jobs
and networking with other MBA alums!"
--Evelyn H., (Member since 2002)
"In my experience the website has helped me in a number of useful ways even though I have never actually had a paying project or job through the website. 1. It has
helped me see what value my skills have and where I could possibly need improvement. 2. That even in the bad times there are still opportunities that can come
to you or you can create for yourself. 3. Most important has been the personal touch that you have provided either by e-mail or on the phone. 4. The fact that I can see that my Masters has a value which sometimes one forgets when you are out there slogging away. Thank you. Sincerely,"
--Emayeneme G-E., (Member since 1998)
"Rob and his
organization have been a resource for several
years as I set up my business as a part time
executive covering greater New England."
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Gary P.,(Member since
1997)
"My experience with MBA
GlobalNet has been very rewarding. I've been on
many job sites, and none of them are as unique
as MBA GlobalNet because of their interest in
getting me involved. I got involved early on
[after I left my Wall Street
job in 2000, joined a dot-com and was laid off
in 2001] and it paid off. In 2002, MBA GlobalNet understood my situation, evaluated my skill set and was able to place me on what was originally a 2-week assignment that turned into a long term, more financially rewarding project with a financial services company company."
--Valisha G., (Member since 1998)
"Thanks for your
quick response, I appreciate it. Sounds like you
have a lot going on with MBAGN, I commend your
energy and enthusiasm. I imagine the last couple
of years must have been more challenging for you
with the quieter economy and more layoffs than
hiring, I hope you're seeing your way through
that valley now. I am a strong believer that
entrepreneurial spirit and courage deserve
reward. Best wishes,"
-- Hugh K.,
(1998)
"I've used MBA
Global Net for several years (first in 1997) as
a way of networking through local events and via
their online service. The opportunities that
I've learned of are the kind that you ususally
only learn of through "word of mouth. MBAGN can
make your network bigger. Last, the MBAGN team
is also very receptive to suggestions from the
membership."
--Dom T.,
(Member since 1997)
"I have seen MBA
GlobalNet grow and expand since its infancy.
Throughout its evolution, Rob Steir has
attempted to create an organization that matches
free agents and projects to expand their
opportunities and increase their bottom line.
The organization has hosted networking events
that create synergies and friendships and
promote volunteerism as well for important
social causes. I would like to see it grow even
more as the economy has created a sub-culture of
free agents and small business owners and
consultants who will continue to need
organizations to drive business their way."
--Charlotte T., (Member since
1998)
"Great network of
really talented people! Being a member of the
site has been hugely valuable to me - I've been
able to discuss business ideas, get feedback
from exceptional people, and build some lasting
friendships. The MBA Globalnet network has also
helped me privately understand my own strengths
and weaknesses better, by enabling me to
"benchmark" against similarly trained,
similarly-skilled, professionals. As someone
who's pursued a general management, rather than
consulting or I-Banking path, I haven't had
access to this sort of group since B-School!"
-- Rick R.,
(Member since 2000)
"I'm writing this from a Business Center at a hotel in the Far East. Hopefully, it's useful:
I've known Rob from the
days that he started MBA Interim Solutions. His
persistence and belief in the concept of
creating a vehicle to help both recent and
veteran MBAs in transition has brought him very
far in validating the concept. The opportunities
that I have seen on the web-site are real,
professional and diverse. I recently recommended
the site to a friend who is a JD/MBA from a
top-tier school. I recommend the site and Rob's
services to all MBAs in transition."
--Mac F.,
(Member since 1997)
"MBA GlobalNet has
helped me to keep up on executive trends and
e-learning opportunities."
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Tom S. (Member since 1998)
"MBA GlobalNet is a great idea that forms a community of available MBAs that can be properly targeted and matched to the projects where they will be most effective. Rob has impressed me as a great leader who helps assure that the client gets the job done in optimal fashion."
-- Michael
H., (Members since
1999)
“As a long-time member of MBA GlobalNet and subsequently a client, I have been continually impressed with the responsiveness, insight and ability to deliver that it demonstrates. Rob Steir has built a premier network steeped in the resources, flexibility and responsiveness I have needed throughout the past seven years of my career…but most importantly, he understands the value of a relationship and how it can be mutually beneficial to its members and partners.”
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Chris A., (Member Since 2001)
"I have been a member since 1998. MBA GlobalNet was at the vanguard of linking previously unaffiliated people together through the Internet. I joined to expand the circle of experts that I could rely on.
I like that GlobalNet is more than a referral service. Working with other people on assignments, rather than flying solo, expands my own abilities. It is a helpful balance to my work in private equity which tend to be cyclic and episodic."
--Bill H., (Member since 1998)
"I first became acquainted with Rob Steir at Internet World 1998, joined MBA FreeAgents, at the time, and have admired his committment and dedication to the site and his constituency ever since."
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Elizabeth S.,(Member since 1998)
"The network that is provided by MBA GlobalNet is important to my business in that I can keep in tune with what is happening in the business world around me by simply monitoring the types of opportunities and activities that are occurring within the site. It requires little to no effort by me to see real opportunities on a regular basis that have applied to my business."
-- Jason C., (Member since 1999)
"The advantages I have received so far are access to unique, high-powered and on target referrals, specifically:
XXX, for which I write a monthly article that has considerably improved my contacts and credentials,
YYY who gave spot-on advice for our Book Project, and
ZZZ who has been a source of constant advice on many projects.
PLUS access to a unique and powerful opt-in, permission-based database of hand's-on MBAs across the country for advice, reference, help and Instant Expert Opinion Polls"
--Tony G., (Member since 2003)
"Since 2001, I have found Rob Steir, his management team and the MBAGlobalNet community of professionals to be a trusted resource for both project staffing, strategic business networking and advice. I have consistently been impressed over the years with the quality of people that comprise its global membership community and, going forward, expect to continue to leverage its human capital assets and network to assist us in building our business."
--Steve S., (Member since
2001)
"I think the biggest value it provides is an extensive network of really sharp business people."
--Gary G.,
(Member since 1998)
"MBAGlobalNet is one of the best online communities for business professionals to network. Having moved twice in the past 3 years, I have always been able to find new contacts and opportunities wherever I have been. I am also able to maintain contact with my current network in spite of my relocations. The newsletters provide me relevant information on trends in technology, investing, networking opportunities, professional improvement and business practices. Through MBAGN, I was able to get back in touch with a professional friend from over 15 years ago. The services and opportunities that MBAGN offers are unparalleled in any other Networking group I have found. They offer services from finding work and contacts, to networking and finding strategic business partners in many diverse industries."
--Aaron B., (Member since 1999)
"I've been a member of MBAGN now for going on 7 years - since completing MBA school at USC. Over that time the association has been very helpful to me - whether it was networking with other associates, looking at opportunities, or any of the "value-added" support that I found there - all of those things have made it very worthwhile to participate.
My best to Rob and MBAGN as the evolution takes this important next step!"
--James T.,
(Member since 1997)
"What distinguishes the MBAGN network from others that I have been associated with is its consistently prompt and relevant response to client inquiries. Rob Steir knows the value of accurately understanding and assessing a client's needs. With this knowledge in hand, Rob then follows through on the promise made to clients with thoroughness and execution.
A case in point occurred last spring with an opportunity from a private equity investor that Rob has worked with in the past. The client was in need of additional resources to take the research and due diligence he conducted to the next level in support of the pitch books he would present to other private equity firms that might co-invest with his firm.
The client, who was nearby my home, contacted Rob late in the day New York time and wanted a quick turnaround (does anyone know of a client who doesn't want a quick turnaround these days?!?!?). Rob sent an email out to the MBAGN network stressing the need for a financial analysis background who could fit the requirements. I responded within minutes, revised my resume to highlight my relevant skills, and sent it to Rob. Rob and I talked on the phone and then patched-in the client. We agreed it made sense to meet, so I drove to him. The client and I agreed that I had the background for the project and made a handshake agreement to start the project (the engagement letter was hammered out in a few days).
Interestingly, what impressed the client most was the ability that Rob and I had to respond quickly to his request. To Rob and me, this just seemed like part of the MBAGN modus operandi."
--Scott K., (Member since 1998)
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