Business coaching Northern Ireland
Business coaching from local entrepreneurs who have built, scaled and exited in Northern Ireland – helping you avoid costly mistakes and accelerate wins
Why Northern Ireland Businesses Choose Move at Pace
We understand your challenges because we've navigated them ourselves
As Northern Ireland business owners ourselves, we’ve faced every challenge you’re experiencing. From building successful companies in Belfast to navigating the complexities of cross-border trade, we understand what it takes to scale a business in our unique market.
We’ve worked with businesses across every corner of Northern Ireland – from Lisburn tech startups to Armagh design agencies, from Belfast professional services to Lurgan family enterprises. Our team has walked in your shoes and knows the specific opportunities and obstacles that come with running a business here.
We promise it’s cheaper and easier to learn from our experience than to figure it out alone.
How we support your growth journey
1.
Understanding
Deep dive discovery to understand your current position, identify growth opportunities, and create your personalised roadmap.
2.
Optimisation
Strategic implementation to streamline operations, build scalable systems, and develop your leadership capabilities.
3.
Accountability
Sustained excellence through regular reviews, ongoing support, and continuous refinement of your approach.
Northern Ireland business coaching results
50+
Entrepreneurs Coached
£40M+
Annual Revenue Generated by Clients
50%+
Average Revenue Increase in 6 Months
100%
Of our clients would recommend us to another business
Real Northern Ireland business transformations
We don't just talk about growth - we deliver it
Belfast software developer
We helped a Belfast service business double monthly revenue in 6 months
- Before: £25,000 monthly revenue, owner working 60+ hours
- After: £50,000+ consistent monthly revenue, streamlined operations
- Timeline: 6 months
- Key changes: Strategic positioning, pricing optimisation, sales and marketing plans
Established Northern Ireland marketing company
45% revenue growth for established Northern Ireland company
- Before: £29,000 monthly revenue, plateau for 18 months prior
- After: £42,000 monthly revenue and climbing
- Key changes: Market expansion, team development, systems implementation
Consultant engineer
From solopreneur to first and second hires supporting the business growth ambitions
- Before: inconsistent revenue with owner delivering 100% of service
- After: £30,000+ consistent monthly revenue, streamlined operations
- Timeline: 12 months
- Key changes: Hiring a team, delivering additional capacity, business development
Investment that pays for itself
Our Northern Ireland business coaching typically delivers ROI within 8-12 weeks based on revenue growth achieved.
With a no-waffle, direct approach that respects both your time and your budget, we provide the specialist Northern Ireland business support you need, when you need it. Most clients see their investment returned through increased revenue within the first quarter.
Monthly coaching programme
Ideal for entrepreneurs committed to sustained growth who want consistent support at better value.
£700 per month
What's included
- 1.5-2 hour monthly session with Managing Partner
- Extensive pre-meeting preparation and follow-up support
- Access to recordings and transcripts of all calls
- Access to our live calls, workshops & industry best practice events
Premium coaching with unlimited support
Essential for entrepreneurs who need prompt answers and guidance between coaching sessions.
£1500 per month
What's included
- Everything in monthly programme
- Unlimited WhatsApp, email, and video support
- Next working day response guarantee
- Direct access between sessions
Confidentiality
The work that we undertake is held in the strictest confidence and we hold this responsibility with the highest integrity. However, the experience our advisors have gained working within their own and many other businesses is integral to providing an expansive breadth and depth of knowledge.

Meet your Northern Ireland business coach
Connor McAuley
Managing Partner
Connor is the now exited founder of the Belfast-based Kaizen group of companies. Taking his business from start-up in 2009 to £220K+ monthly revenue before exiting in 2020, he understands the challenges of scaling local businesses, because he’s lived it.
His practical coaching approach helps service-based entrepreneurs break through growth barriers using proven strategies, not just theory.
Ready to scale your business?
Let's explore how business coaching can help you navigate local challenges and maximise regional opportunities
If you want to explore the options of working with us, please use the form below. Once we have a few initial details, we’ll set up a completely free discovery call to understand how we might work best together.

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Testimonials

I think a common concern for every entrepreneur or business owner who seeks out a consultant or professional advice is ‘can this person really understand me and my business?’. The answer when speaking about Connor is a definite yes! My time working with Connor was practical and effective. He doesn’t beat around the bush, he gives direct advice or insight without holding back, something that is very valuable to a company like ours.
Marcus O'Sullivan
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Questions we get asked most
Business coaching investment varies based on your needs and the level of support required. Our transparent pricing includes structured coaching programmes and ongoing support packages designed to deliver value, not just hourly rates.
Our monthly coaching programme is £700 per month, which includes 1.5-2 hour sessions with extensive pre-meeting preparation and follow-up support. For entrepreneurs who need more intensive guidance, our premium package at £1,500 per month includes unlimited interim support via WhatsApp, email, and video calls between sessions.
This investment typically returns itself within 8-12 weeks through improved decision-making, increased revenue, and operational efficiencies. Most of our clients see their investment returned through increased revenue or operational efficiencies within the first quarter.
Most entrepreneurs see initial improvements in clarity and direction immediately, with measurable business improvements typically within 30-90 days.
Business coaching is a collaborative relationship focused on helping you find your own solutions through powerful questions and guidance, whilst consultants typically tell you what to do.
However, we use a consultative coaching approach that combines supportive coaching with practical advice based on our entrepreneurial experience. As Northern Ireland business owners who’ve built, scaled and exited companies ourselves, we can share what’s worked (and what hasn’t) whilst helping you discover the solutions that work best for your specific situation.
This means you get both the self-discovery benefits of coaching and the practical insights that come from working with someone who’s navigated the exact challenges you’re facing.
Business coaching benefits companies at all stages – from startups to established businesses looking to scale. Success often creates new challenges that require different skills and perspectives.
The vast majority of our clients are already doing great things and want accountability from someone who’s walked the path they’re yet to follow. If you’re experiencing revenue plateaus, working too many hours, struggling with team development, or feeling like you’re the bottleneck in your business, coaching can help.
You’re ready for coaching if you’re committed to growth and willing to implement changes. We work with businesses from £10k monthly revenue to £100k+ monthly revenue across Northern Ireland.
The most important qualification is relevant entrepreneurial experience – coaches should have built, scaled, or successfully exited businesses themselves, particularly in markets similar to yours.
Look for coaches who’ve faced similar challenges to yours and can demonstrate real-world results, not just theoretical knowledge. Connor McAuley, our Managing Partner, built and scaled the Belfast-based Kaizen group from startup in 2009 to £220k+ monthly revenue before exiting in 2020.
This practical experience of navigating Northern Ireland’s unique business environment – from Brexit challenges to cross-border trade opportunities – is more valuable than generic business qualifications when you’re looking for results.
Sessions typically involve goal setting, problem-solving, action planning, and accountability checks. You should come prepared with specific challenges and leave with clarity and actionable steps.
Our 1.5-2 hour sessions include:
- Review of progress since last session
- Deep dive into current challenges or opportunities
- Strategic planning and problem-solving
- Action planning with specific next steps
- Accountability setting for upcoming period
We focus on both the immediate needs of your business and your long-term strategic goals. Between sessions, you’ll have access to recordings and transcripts, plus ongoing support depending on your programme level.
Absolutely confidential. All coaching conversations are held in strict confidence with the highest integrity. We understand the sensitive nature of business information and treat it accordingly.
However, the collective experience our coaches have gained working with many businesses enables us to provide broader insights whilst maintaining complete confidentiality about individual client situations. You benefit from lessons learned across our client base without your information ever being shared.
Yes, we work with businesses across every corner of the world. Current clients are based in Canada, Phillipines, Australia and right across the UK & Ireland.
Our coaching can be delivered in-person across Northern Ireland or via video calls, depending on your location. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities of different regions within Northern Ireland and can adapt our approach accordingly.
Many of our clients are based outside Belfast but benefit from our understanding of the broader Northern Ireland business landscape and opportunities.
We’re confident in our ability to help Northern Ireland businesses grow. Our track record shows profitability increase within 6 months based on increased revenue and decreased operational costs, with 100% of our clients recommending us to other businesses.
While we don’t offer money-back guarantees, we do commit to working with you until you see the results you’re looking for. If you’re not making progress, we’ll adjust our approach, change strategies, or provide additional support to ensure you achieve your goals.
Our focus is on your success, and we’ll do whatever it takes within our coaching relationship to help you get there.
1. Local Northern Ireland experience: We’ve built, scaled and exited businesses in Northern Ireland, so we understand the unique challenges of operating here – from Brexit implications to cross-border opportunities.
2. Practical approach: We combine coaching methodology with consultative advice based on real entrepreneurial experience, giving you both self-discovery and practical solutions.
Unlike generic business coaches or large franchises, we understand the Northern Ireland market intimately and can help you navigate local opportunities while building scalable systems.
We work with service-based businesses and professional practices typically generating between £10k-£200k+ monthly revenue.
Our sweet spot is businesses that have proven their concept and want to scale – whether that’s moving from £25k to £50k monthly revenue, or from £50k to £100k+. We also work with established businesses that have plateaued and want to break through to the next level.
Most of our clients are entrepreneurs, business owners, or partners in professional practices who are personally involved in the day-to-day operations but want to build more systematic, scalable businesses.