Going solo doesn’t mean going it alone.
The trusted partner solo founders don’t usually get.
Starting and growing a business as a solo founder is an exhilarating, exhausting, and often isolating journey.
You’re making every decision, carrying every risk, and trying to build something bigger than yourself, all without a leadership team to lean on. Who challenges your thinking? Who helps you navigate the hard calls?
That’s where Actualise Solo comes in.
A one-year programme designed specifically for solo founders and independent consultants who are building businesses from the ground up, without a co-founder or leadership team.
We blend business strategy, coaching, and advisory support to give you both the clarity and confidence to make the right decisions, for both you and your business.
This isn’t about business growth. It’s about building a business that works for you.
Fixing the surface
Developing your bespoke roadmap to build your business, your way.
Transforming the depth
Understanding what really drives you and how to harness that energy to build your business.
How Actualise Solo works
Step 1: Set the course
Founder reflection – explore and define your personal and business drivers.
Facilitated two hour founder session – uncover your goals, motivations and non-negotiables.
Half day business workshop – map where you are, where you’re headed and the milestones that will get you there.
A structured roadmap to create a business designed around what success looks like for you.
Step 2: Ongoing collaboration
Monthly 1:1 sessions – progress check-ins, problem-solving and strategic resets.
Quarterly deep dives – take a step back, reassess and refine your course for the next three months.
Blended coaching, mentoring & expert advice – flexible, founder-centric support tailored to you.
On-demand help – quick calls, messages and chats when you need a trusted second opinion.
Who is Actualise Solo for?
✔️ Solo founders launching and growing without a leadership team.
✔️ Consultants & fractional execs turning their expertise into a real business.
✔️ Independent founders feeling stuck, isolated, or unsure – who need a trusted guide to move forward with clarity.
What you’ll benefit from
✅ The power of a board, mentor, coach, and co-founder – rolled into one.
✅ A trusted thinking partner for the tough calls, because big decisions shouldn’t be made in isolation.
✅ A business that aligns with your ambitions, not just one that keeps you busy.
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 Solo
Email us at simon@actualise.work.