You are your business.
Is that the problem?
What’s really holding your business back?
You’ve poured everything into your business. Your instincts, habits and decision-making quirks have shaped it from day one. Now growth feels stuck, and you can’t quite see why.
That’s where Actualise Shift comes in.
A high-impact intervention designed to uncover the hidden blockers, at both the practical and psychological levels. We shine a light on what’s really going on and give you a clear path forward.
- the practical – strategy, marketing, sales, delivery, product and operations.
- the psychological – Founder influence, leadership dynamics and deep-seated habits..
Most programmes tackle one or the other. We expose both.
By combining operational expertise with insights into founder psychology, Actualise Shift brings clarity, structure, and momentum to founder-led businesses that need a reset.
This isn’t about fixing what’s broken – it’s building a business that can thrive without you in the centre of everything.
Fixing the surface
Spotting bottlenecks, untangling chaos and revealing what’s really slowing you down.
Transforming the depth
Uncovering leadership dynamics, culture clashes and the invisible forces shaping your team and business.
How Actualise Shift works
Founder deep dive
One-on-one sessions to map how your leadership style shapes the business.
Explore how your personal history, beliefs, and instincts drive decision-making.
Identify blind spots, bottlenecks, and subconscious blockers preventing growth.
Clarify the balance between your involvement and the business’s independence.
“Shift” workshop
A dynamic, no-fluff session with you and your leadership team.
Surface operational inefficiencies, cultural tensions, and leadership gaps.
Align your team around a clear vision and the real priorities.
Facilitated by experienced scale-up leaders, qualified in coaching and counselling.
Dual domain “Shift” roadmap
A straight-talking report with key insights, patterns, and next steps.
Practical, actionable strategies for leadership, operations, and team dynamics.
Psychology-led insights on the founder-business relationship, and what needs to shift.
Who is Actualise Shift for?
✔️ Founders stuck in firefighting mode instead of leading with clarity.
✔️ Businesses at a tipping point: too big for scrappy startup mode, too messy for structured growth.
✔️ Leadership teams that are misaligned, slowing down decision-making and execution.
✔️ Founders who want a business that thrives beyond them – not one that depends on them.
What you’ll walk away with
✅ Clarity on what’s really going on – both practically and psychologically.
✅ A no-nonsense roadmap with clear, actionable steps to remove bottlenecks and drive momentum.
✅ Deeper insight into how your leadership style impacts culture, strategy, and growth.
✅ A stronger, more aligned leadership team, so you’re not carrying the weight alone.
Why Actualise?
We believe in exposing the real issues so you can take action. We’re not here to sell a templated fix or promise instant transformation.
We tackle the messy, complicated reality of scaling a business, blending deep operational expertise with sharp leadership insights to show you what’s really going on.
This isn’t just another consultancy deck.
It’s a reality check. One that gives you the clarity to move forward with confidence.
Interested? Let’s talk.
Feedback from clients
“On rare occasions you meet someone who instantly understands your business, intuitively knows how to solve your roadblocks, and helps you level up in short order.
On my short list of professionals who can do that is Sarah Harris. She’s part business coach, part counselor, part mentor, part rockstar COO.”
Brett Curry, Co-founder & CEO, OMG Commerce
“Sarah has given invaluable guidance to our business during a rapid growth phase. She is strategic and commercially minded whilst balancing the needs of the teams and people. It’s a rare skill set but one that is a necessity when continuing business success. She is able to get under the skin of a business quickly and communicate strategic recommendations effectively to drive results.”
Amy Cahill, Co-Founder, Quick Fox Labs
“Simon brought a level of insight and expertise that profoundly impacted our company’s leadership strategy.
His customized approach helped us outline a clear path for our company’s growth in the short and long term and establish personal goals for each founder.
Simon’s strategic thinking, coupled with his ability to provoke thoughtful discussions, made the entire process not only effective but also enjoyable.”
Matt Linder, Co-founder & Managing Partner, Strand LLC
“Following a team restructure, Simon played a crucial role in navigating the complexities that can come with big change.
His calm demeanour and intuitive approach made everyone at ease, which gave different personalities the opportunity to speak and feel listened to.
The team went from being deflated and uncertain, to being a united, high-performing team with clearly defined roles and goals to look forward to.”
Louise Ioannou, National Geographic Kids Magazine
Find out more about Actualise Shift
Actualise Shift launches in April 2025 in the UK and North America.
To find out more about the Actualise Shift programme, costs and availability email simon@actualise.work.