ClimbWorks
Community and expert guidance for self-funded founders building businesses on their own terms
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Building a business is a lonely journey, especially in that crucial territory between initial idea and proven model. You need structure and guidance to move forward, but traditional accelerators come with strings attached—taking equity, pushing you toward investment, and forcing you into rigid timelines.
That's why we created ClimbWorks. You get the frameworks, coaching, and community support you need to maintain momentum, while keeping control of your journey. Our structured Paths provide clear milestones and actionable templates, helping you navigate forward at your own pace.
If you're ready to build a sustainable business on your own terms—without going it alone—you'll find your path here.
Outcomes
- Make confident progress with a clear path forward
- Validate your business model with real-world feedback
- Learn the skills you need to grow without guesswork
- Build momentum with clarity, confidence, and support
- Gain traction without giving up equity
What's included?
Self-Paced Courses
Access structured courses covering essential startup skills and methodologies from the pre-idea stage through to scaling.
Group Coaching Sessions
Bi-weekly live sessions focused on strategy, growth, and accountability.
Founder Community
Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs committed to sustainable growth.
Actionable Resources
Templates and practical guides tailored for independent business building.
Private Coaching Opportunities
Personalized feedback sessions available based on community engagement.
Courses
1. Exploring
6 sections • 9 lessons
2. Designing
3 sections • 5 lessons
3. Building
6 sections • 13 lessons
Interviewing Customers
3 sections • 6 lessons
Who is this for?
- Founders focused on traction and revenue—whether or not they plan to fundraise later
- People who value autonomy and impact—not just income
- Anyone navigating the messy middle between idea and product-market fit
- Those who want structure, support and accountability—without going it alone
- Independents building real businesses without giving up control
About the creator
Paul Sturrock
Founder ClimbWorks, the world's first Unaccelerator | Entrepreneur | Startup Coach
Hi, I’m Paul. I’ve spent my whole career building startups or working closely with the people behind them. Along the way, I’ve founded accelerator programmes—including London’s first pre-accelerator, FastForward—and advised hundreds of early-stage an...