The world's first Unaccelerator

Build your business for your purpose, at your own pace, your way

We Need a New Model

Accelerators are the most popular support programs for people starting businesses. They assume everyone needs funding and push them into a into a 13-week race for investment, take equity in exchange for their program, and end support after demo day.

But what if you want to build a viable business that serves your own definition of success?

We are an “Unaccelerator”, we help you:

  • Focus on building a sustainable business first, not chasing investment

  • Keep 100% ownership of your company - no equity taken, ever

  • Create something that gives you personal freedom and satisfaction

  • Get ongoing support for as long as you need it - no arbitrary end dates

  • Move at the pace that's right for you, not someone else's timeline

“Slow is smooth, smooth is fast”

Hi, I’m Paul

I've spent my whole career working with or within startups. What interests me is helping people make a living doing what they like to do, are good at, and care about.

I founded Slingshot Venture Development to increase the entrepreneurial skills of individuals and teams. I co-founded FastForward, London's first pre-accelerator, which has helped hundreds of founders build their business.

I’m launching ClimbWorks because the investment-centric accelerator model is the wrong fit for the vast majority of business builders.

I’ve kept the best elements of the accelerator model, but redesigned it to fit those who prefer to bootstrap their business as long as possible, and retain autonomy.

Expert Guidance When You Need It

Practical Courses & Frameworks

  • Learn proven approaches through self-paced courses

  • Apply best practices directly to your business

  • Access tools and templates for each stage

  • Turn theory into action with guided exercises

Group Coaching

  • Fortnightly sessions to tackle common challenges

  • Learn from other founders’ experiences and insights

  • Get unstuck through structured problem-solving

  • Maintain momentum with regular accountability

One-to-One Coaching

  • Deep-dive into your specific challenges

  • Get expert perspective on critical decisions

  • Refine your strategy with personalized feedback

  • Navigate key transitions between stages

“Intelligence is knowing what to do when you don’t know what to do.”

– Piaget

A Community of Practice

#buildinpublic #buildtogether

Building an original business is a craft best developed alongside others. Our community provides:

Collective Learning

See how other founders solve similar challenges and avoid common pitfalls. Learn in months what might otherwise take years.

Mutual Support

Connect with thoughtful founders who understand your journey. Share victories, work through obstacles, and stay motivated.

Real Accountability

Turn your intentions into action. Regular check-ins and shared commitments help you keep the promises you’ve made to yourself.

The ClimbWorks Journey

To help you build your business with confidence, we’ve mapped every milestone on the journey from initial idea to true business autonomy.

Whether you’re just starting out, already building your product, or looking to scale, you’ll find a clear path forward. Each stage has clear, measurable outcomes so you always know where you stand and what’s next.

Membership Plans

Community Plan

$300 $150 quarterly

$1,000 $500
annually

Launch Special:
Sign up now to lock in 50% off—for life

Self-paced courses

Fortnightly group coaching

Circle Community access

Opportunity to earn 1:1 sessions through engagement and progress

Ideal for those who want structured guidance and peer support at an accessible price point

Personal Coaching Plan

$1,200
quarterly

$4,000
annually

6 1:1 coaching sessions per quarter

All community plan benefits included

Perfect for those who want personalized guidance to accelerate their progress

Not sure?

Book a call with Paul to learn more about ClimbWorks and whether it’s right for you.

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Join our waitlist now to secure a 50% lifetime discount for our January launch

After successfully developing and refining the programme over 9 months with our Alpha cohort, we’re now opening applications for our launch in January. Those who join our launch cohort will benefit from:

  • 50% off regular community plan pricing—for life

  • The chance to shape the program’s future

  • A supportive community of thoughtful founders

Frequently Asked Questions

  • If you’re building your business alongside employment, we recommend a minimum of 4-6 hours per week to make meaningful progress. This ensures you can engage with the course materials, attend group sessions, and implement what you learn. Full-time founders typically engage more deeply with the community and resources as needed to accelerate their progress.

  • Most of our members are pre-Product Market Fit, either developing their initial idea or validating early versions of their product. However, our structured paths can support you at any stage - from initial exploration to scaling a validated business.

  • Unlike one-size-fits-all programs, ClimbWorks combines structured guidance with the flexibility to move at your own pace. You get frameworks, community support, and expert guidance while maintaining full control of your journey. Unlike many other programs, we do not take any equity.

  • No one can guarantee success in building a business. What we can guarantee is providing you with proven frameworks, honest feedback, and a supportive community. Your success will depend on your commitment to learning, willingness to explore, and ability to persist through challenges.

  • You can cancel your membership at any time. We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee for new members - if you don’t find value in the program within your first month, we’ll refund your payment in full. After that, you can still cancel but we don’t offer prorated refunds.

Other Questions?

Please contact us