A-Lone Researcher Circle
Bring your toughest research challenge. Spend 8 weeks with 4 other solo researchers, led by the mentors. Small group, real conversations, practical moves you can take back into your work.
Max 5 mentees per cohortMentorship & peer support for researchers who do it A-Lone.
Doing research alone is hard enough. A-Lone Researcher Club exists so you don't have to navigate the journey entirely on your own.
A-Lone Researcher club
Max 5 mentees · 8 weeks
For Solo Researchers
We surveyed solo researchers across Indonesia
Here's why so many are stuck.
72%
young researchers have never had a mentor or senior researcher to turn to in their career.
76%
solo researchers are operating in survival mode while trying to keep themselves mentally steady.
100%
have faced self-doubt about their research quality at some point in their solo journey.
Survey Report · Beyond Research 2026
Understanding the Solo Researcher journey.
Solo researchers told us about their struggles: the self-doubt, the isolation, the pressure to do it all. Here's what we learned, and why we built this program.
Read the full report
A-Lone Researcher in Indonesia
Not all solo researchers are the same.
Survey Report · 2026
Solo Native
Used to working alone. Independent, resourceful, but not always fully supported.
Shocked Transitioner
Once had a team, now carrying research alone. The shift feels sudden and heavy.
Struggling Newcomer
Still building confidence, yet already expected to work solo from the start.
What we're trying to build
A-Lone Researcher Club, built on four pillars.
Born from what solo researchers told us: many are doing the work alone, doubting their output, and trying to stay okay while carrying everything. A small, supportive space to think together.
Dedicated 1-on-1 sessions
A personal session with someone who's been in your shoes. Talk through your research decisions, get feedback on your work, and leave with a clearer next step.
By requestResearch Nuggets
Bite-sized articles, frameworks, and practical notes — free for every solo researcher who needs a starting point. Read at your own pace, apply what fits, leave the rest.
Self-paced · FreeAI Co-Researcher Lab
A space to explore how AI agents can help solo researchers share the workload — without replacing human judgment or compromising research quality.
Coming soon"The strongest solo researcher isn't the one who never needs help. It's the one who knows where to find it."
Beyond Research Solo Researcher Survey · 2026
Your Mentor
Your Mentor & Facilitator
Nizar
Product Research Lead · 8 Years Experience
Nizar
Maulana Azhari
Product Research Lead · 8 Years Experience
I know how it feels to be the only researcher in the room. I've worked through the uncertainty, the self-doubt, and the pressure of making research matter without a full team behind me. Over time, I built research teams from scratch, pushed for a more user-centered culture, and grew into a strategic thinking partner across different organizations.
A-Lone Researcher Club is built from that experience — not as a place where I pretend to have all the answers, but as a space I wish I had when I was figuring things out alone.
Pilot Cohort in Progress
Apply for the
Applications closed — next cohort coming soon
Apply for the
A-Lone Researcher
Circle.
We keep each cohort intentionally small (only 5 mentees max) so everyone has enough room to be heard, supported, and understood. A space to bring your real challenges, exchange perspectives, and move forward with a little more clarity, together.
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Apply
Fill in a short form so we understand your context and goals.
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Review
Applications reviewed to curate a supportive, relevant group.
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Announcement
Selected mentees notified by email. Others prioritized for next cohort.
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Onboard
Begin an 8-week journey together, unpacking real challenges.
What you can expect
- A safe space to discuss real research struggles
- Practical reflections from fellow solo researchers
- Guidance from someone who has been through the solo journey
- More clarity in navigating your research process
- A copy of the A-Lone Researcher book when you onboard
Prefer a personal session? Book a 1-on-1 deep-dive →
Included when you onboard
Get the A-Lone Researcher book
A-Lone Researcher
How to survive and thrive as a Solo UX Researcher
"Your book gives an intimate look at your journey into the research space. I hope this book will be useful for readers, especially the 'one man show' researchers out there."
UXR Manager
"Reading it chapter by chapter, I felt seen. The structure made it feel like a conversation, not a lecture. As an A-Lone Researcher, this book feels like both a companion and a reminder."
Research Lead
From past Beyond Research events
What the community says about Beyond Research.
Stories from our first A-Lone Researcher Circle mentees will land here after the inaugural cohort.
"I've been to a lot of research and data communities before, but my first visit to Beyond Research gave a completely different experience. The people are warm, everyone is eager to learn new things, and most importantly, they respect the time as much as the guests. I strongly believe Beyond Research will grow stronger and bigger with the community members."
Senior Research Manager · Meetup Participant"Overall, the event was well-organized, with a perfect balance of learning, networking, and inspiration. I left feeling motivated and better equipped to tackle my research challenges. I highly recommend this event to any researcher looking to stay updated and connected within the community."
Senior UX Researcher · Meetup Participant"As someone who pivoted his career as a market researcher, this first meetup really helped me to get connected with fellow researchers in various industries and sharing about our challenges while conducting research projects."
Market Researcher · Meetup Participant"The session provided a well-balanced mix of theory and practice, making complex research methodologies feel more approachable. I walked away feeling inspired and equipped with new perspectives. "
Market Researcher · Meetup Participant
The parent brand behind this
Beyond
Beyond
Research
Beyond Research started from curiosity, confusion, and the hunger to learn.
I did not begin with a perfect research background or a clear roadmap. I learned slowly, made mistakes, and often had to figure things out the hard way. As I grew, Beyond Research became my way to stay connected with people I wanted to learn from — professionals who had walked further than me.
A-Lone Researcher Club continues that mission. It is my way to pass forward the lessons, kindness, and support I received, so fewer researchers have to grow alone.
