Staying Solo
Maggie Patterson, BS-Free Business
Growing a solo service business is tough. It's even harder when you're bombarded with BS advice that steers you away from your values and why you started your business in the first place.
This is the podcast for solo creatives and consultants who want to remain as a team of one and have zero interest in the hustle and grind of typical business teachings.
Most podcasts for solopreneurs and freelancers, hosted by out-of-touch celebrity entrepreneurs who haven't offered one-to-one services in years, miss the mark on today's market realities.
Maggie Patterson, a service business owner for 20 years, understands that to stay solo, you need to know what matters to you, what works for you, and what you should completely ignore.
In each episode, she examines one piece of conventional business advice to discover how it may hurt your business or be completely wrong for you as a solo business owner.
Join Maggie for real talk to help you avoid burnout or the desire to entirely burn down your business to open a flower shop, book store, or cat cafe. (Because those cats won't pay the bills.)
(Formerly the BS-Free Service Business Show)
This is the podcast for solo creatives and consultants who want to remain as a team of one and have zero interest in the hustle and grind of typical business teachings.
Most podcasts for solopreneurs and freelancers, hosted by out-of-touch celebrity entrepreneurs who haven't offered one-to-one services in years, miss the mark on today's market realities.
Maggie Patterson, a service business owner for 20 years, understands that to stay solo, you need to know what matters to you, what works for you, and what you should completely ignore.
In each episode, she examines one piece of conventional business advice to discover how it may hurt your business or be completely wrong for you as a solo business owner.
Join Maggie for real talk to help you avoid burnout or the desire to entirely burn down your business to open a flower shop, book store, or cat cafe. (Because those cats won't pay the bills.)
(Formerly the BS-Free Service Business Show)
Episodes
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Jan 21, 2019 • 10min
#151: How to Attract More Clients with Content Marketing
If you've ever found yourself sweating over the idea of having to create content, you aren't the only one. Sure, as someone who runs a content marketing agency it's easy for me to say, "Just do it!" but the fact is, if the rest of your business foundations aren't in order, all the content marketing in the world isn't going to fix that. If you want your content marketing to attract potential clients, it needs to be thoughtful, strategic, and a good investment of your time. In this episode, I'm sharing some content marketing fundamentals. Get the scoop here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/attract-more-clients/
Jan 16, 2019 • 30min
#150: Nechelle Bartley on Money Basics for Your Service Business
The topic of business and money are pretty intertwined — and for good reason. If you're going to run a profitable business, then you need to have your money mindset all sorted out, and that's exactly what my guest, financial strategist Nechelle Bartley, is all about doing for her clients. In this episode, Nechelle and I are digging deep on why your money needs a job, why you need specific revenue goals for your biz, and most importantly, why your money mindset can make or break your business. Get the scoop here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/money-basics-for-your-service-business
Jan 14, 2019 • 9min
#149: Power Move: How to Set Boundaries with Clients and Stick to Them
If you've found yourself having the same issues crop up with clients over and over, it may mean your boundaries need to be shored up. Yes, it can be challenging and make us feel a bit icky when we have to say no or we can't deliver what a client wants, but the fact is, we can avoid a lot of these situations just by having clearly communicated boundaries established from day one. In this episode, I'm unpacking how to set boundaries and keep them strong when they're being put to the test. Get the scoop here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/how-to-set-boundaries-with-your-clients
Jan 9, 2019 • 13min
#148: The 2018 Recap: Lessons for Your Service-Based Business
2018 was a wild ride for the team here at Scoop, but we finished the year with plenty of gratitude and a ton of perspective. One of the best activities going into a new year is to look back and see where you started the year and where you landed, so that's exactly what we're doing on this episode. Check out our 2018 recap where I'm sharing the lessons we learned along the way. Get the scoop here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/service-based-business/
Jan 7, 2019 • 24min
#147: The Psychology of Pricing with Melina Palmer
There's a whole lot of emotions that come up when trying to decide how to price your services but understanding the WHY of those feelings can make all the difference. To help you start 2019 off on the best foot possible, I'm talking to Melina Palmer, host of The Brainy Business podcast, to discuss the psychology of pricing and how you can find your pricing sweet spot. Get the scoop here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/psychology-of-pricing/
Jan 2, 2019 • 15min
#146: My 5 Favorite Productivity Strategies
There's something that happens every year in January where all your biz friends start furiously trying to come up with a plan to make this the best year yet. But instead of looking at whatever the latest trend is that will supposedly make you a powerhouse, why not focus on making some small changes in your day-to-day habits? Here are my five favorite strategies to help you be more productive. Get the scoop here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/productivity-strategies/
Dec 31, 2018 • 13min
#145: Getting Ready for 2019 as a Service Business Owner
For most business owners, the start of a new year means new goals, new plans, and new dreams. Whether you're filled with hope and feeling impatient to hit the ground running, or you're laying low until the dust settles and then you'll make a move, the new year signals a time to get ready for whatever is waiting around the corner. In this episode, I'm sharing how to get ready for 2019 as a service business owner because 2019 is HERE! Get the scoop here:https://smallbusinessboss.co/getting-ready-for-2019/
Dec 20, 2018 • 25min
#144: Adding Retainer Revenue with Sandra Tournemille
Retainers are one of those things that can be elusive to business owners, so in this episode, my guest Sandra Tournemille is going to share her experiences with adding retainer revenue and so much more. Get the inside scoop right here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/adding-retainer-revenue/
Dec 18, 2018 • 16min
All Things Dubsado for Service Businesses with Kathleen Rass
If you've been online for a hot second, you've probably heard of Dubsado, which is why I can't wait to introduce today's guest Kathleen Rass. She's going to tell us everything we need to know about Dubsado, including if it's the right choice for our business and how to get started. Get the inside scoop right here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/dubsado-for-service-businesses/
Dec 17, 2018 • 16min
#143: All Things Dubsado for Service Businesses with Kathleen Rass
If you've been online for a hot second, you've probably heard of Dubsado, which is why I can't wait to introduce today's guest Kathleen Rass. She's going to tell us everything we need to know about Dubsado, including if it's the right choice for our business and how to get started. Get the inside scoop right here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/dubsado-for-service-businesses/
