Next Cohort Starts February 10th — Limited to 8 Founders
Orbit Implementation Sprint | 4 Weeks to Founder's Orbit
4-Week Implementation Program

The Orbit Implementation Sprint

Stop running on thrust. Build the systems that maintain founder velocity without founder burnout — in 4 focused weeks.

Join the Sprint — $3,500

Limited to 8 founders per cohort for direct access and implementation support

You've Read the Books.
Nothing Changed.

You understand you need to delegate. You know you can't do everything yourself forever. You've probably read a dozen leadership books.

But understanding isn't the same as installing. And without implementation, you're still the engine. Still the bottleneck. Still running on thrust.

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You delegate, things break, you get pulled back in. The cycle repeats because you're handing off to people who don't think like owners.

"I'll build systems when things slow down." Things never slow down. The milestone keeps moving. And you keep pushing.

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Advice feels generic. "Hire an integrator." "Build process." "Let go." None of it accounts for your specific situation.

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Your energy is depleting. You're not burned out yet. But you can feel the trajectory. And it's not sustainable.

4 Weeks. 4 Systems.
Founder's Orbit.

The Sprint isn't a course. It's implementation. Every week, you'll install one system that moves you from thrust to orbit — with direct support every step of the way.

Week 01

The Oxygen Audit

Before you can escape thrust, you need to see exactly where your energy is going — and where it's leaking. We'll run a full diagnostic on your calendar, decisions, and capacity.

You'll Walk Away With

  • Complete energy map of your current reality
  • Identification of your top 5 energy leaks
  • The Oxygen Check habit (60-second weekly diagnostic)
  • Decision filter for what deserves your thrust
Week 02

The Builder Audit

Delegation fails because you're handing off to Users (people who consume velocity) instead of Builders (people who create it). We'll assess your entire team through this lens.

You'll Walk Away With

  • Builder vs. User assessment for every team member
  • Clear action plan for each person (develop, deploy, or exit)
  • Builder hiring criteria for future roles
  • Conversation frameworks for addressing User patterns
Week 03

Transparency Protocols

You're the bottleneck because information has to route through you. We'll install communication systems that create visibility without requiring you as the router — including the "Bad News First" protocol.

You'll Walk Away With

  • Information architecture that doesn't require you
  • Meeting rhythm redesign (fewer meetings, better signal)
  • Bad News First protocol for surfacing problems early
  • Dashboard/visibility system for hands-off awareness
Week 04

Gravity Systems

This is escape velocity. We'll build the operating infrastructure that generates its own momentum — culture, ownership structures, and rhythms that maintain velocity without your thrust.

You'll Walk Away With

  • Operating rhythm that runs without you driving it
  • Ownership structure that creates Builder behavior
  • Culture artifacts that maintain standards autonomously
  • Your personal "orbit maintenance" plan going forward

Everything You Need to Implement

Weekly Live Sessions

90-minute live working sessions each week. Small cohort (max 8 founders) ensures everyone gets direct attention and hot-seat time.

Direct Access to Matthew

Private Slack/Voxer channel for questions between sessions. I respond within 24 hours, usually faster.

Complete Framework Library

All templates, assessments, and frameworks from Leadership Orbit — calibrated for founder implementation.

Builder vs. User Assessment

Full diagnostic tool to assess your entire team. Includes scoring rubric and conversation guides.

Peer Cohort

7 other founders navigating the same transition. The right room accelerates everything.

Implementation Accountability

Weekly commitments with check-ins. You'll actually do the work, not just learn about it.

Is This Right for You?

This Is For You If:

  • You're a founder/CEO at $1M-$50M in revenue
  • You've tried delegating but keep getting pulled back in
  • You're the bottleneck and you know it
  • You feel the tension between "hands-on" and "let go" daily
  • You're scaling but it's harder than it should be
  • You're ready to implement, not just learn

This Is NOT For You If:

  • You want a passive course to watch at 2x speed
  • You're not willing to change your team or systems
  • You want theory without implementation
  • Your company is pre-revenue or pre-PMF
  • You can't commit 3-4 hours per week for 4 weeks
  • You're looking for a silver bullet
Matthew Mathison

Matthew Mathison

I'm the Founder and Managing Partner of MBL Partners, a private equity firm. I'm also currently serving as interim CEO of one of our portfolio companies.

That means I operate in "Founder Mode" while simultaneously building for "Manager Mode." I live in both worlds every day.

Leadership Orbit came from 25 years of watching leaders burn out trying to scale — and finding the physics that actually work. The Sprint is how I help founders install those physics.

PE Managing Partner Interim CEO 25+ Years Operating Author

Join the Next Cohort

Orbit Implementation Sprint

4 Weeks to Founder's Orbit

$3,500 USD

Everything Included

  • 4 weekly live implementation sessions (90 min each)
  • Direct access to Matthew via private channel
  • Complete framework and template library
  • Builder vs. User Assessment tool
  • Small cohort (max 8 founders)
  • Implementation accountability system

100% Implementation Guarantee: Do the work for 4 weeks. If you don't have clarity on your path to orbit by the end, I'll work with you 1-on-1 until you do.

Frequently Asked

What's the time commitment?

Plan for 3-4 hours per week: 90 minutes for the live session, plus 1.5-2 hours for implementation work. The work is designed to fit into a founder's schedule.

When are the live sessions?

Sessions are scheduled based on the cohort's availability. Typically Tuesday or Wednesday, 12pm or 5pm ET. You'll get the schedule before committing.

What if I miss a session?

All sessions are recorded. But presence matters — the cohort dynamic accelerates implementation. I expect at least 3 of 4 sessions live.

Is this a course or coaching?

Neither, exactly. It's implementation. You'll learn frameworks, but the focus is on installing them in your specific business with direct support.

Why only 8 founders per cohort?

Implementation requires attention. With 8 people, everyone gets hot-seat time, questions answered, and real engagement. Larger groups become courses.

What if I'm not sure it's right for me?

Apply anyway. The application includes a short questionnaire. I'll review it personally and we can jump on a 15-minute call if there are questions about fit.

Ready to Escape Thrust?

The next cohort starts February 10th. Only 8 spots available. Apply now to secure your place.

Apply for the Sprint