Staying Solo
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)
Latest episodes
Apr 8, 2019 • 10min
Getting Proactive About Finding Clients
There’s one shift I made about 18 months ago to fuel the growth of Scoop Studios and find more clients. What is it? I’m breaking it down and how to put it into action in the latest episode of the Small Business Boss podcast. (You’re going to love this because NO special anything is needed — it’s small but oh-so significant!) Get the inside scoop here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/finding-clients/
Apr 1, 2019 • 31min
Finding Your Dream Clients with Reina Pomeroy
What’s your SPARKLE FACTOR? You know, the thing that makes people want to work with you? Not sure? Then you’ll definitely want to listen to this episode of the Small Business Boss podcast where guest Reina from Reina + Co shares what you need to know about your sparkle factor, finding clients and so much more. Get the scoop here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/finding-your-dream-clients/
Mar 25, 2019 • 17min
February 2019 Recap
The shortest month of the year proved to be one of the best ones we’ve ever had here at Small Business Boss. Why? Let’s jump into the February 2019 recap, and I’ll share the highs and lows that were packed into a single 28-day month. Get the scoop right here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/february-2019-recap/
Mar 18, 2019 • 14min
Power Move - Sales Strategy for Your Freelance or Creative Business
There are so many misconceptions about sales and the idea that you need to be pushy or sleazy to make things happen. That can result in a whole series of hang-ups we have when it comes to booking clients. In this brand new episode, we’re going to think differently about sales strategy for your freelance or creative business, and I’m going to share some specifics about how to step up your sales game without getting bejiggity about it. Get the scoop here: https://smallbusinesboss.co/sales-strategy-for-your-freelance-or-creative-business
Mar 11, 2019 • 20min
Using Strategies That Don't Scale with Becca Tracey
Business owners are obsessed with scaling and are constantly on a quest for ways to automate so they can grow their business. Today’s guest Becca Tracey has made a habit of doing things in her business that don’t scale, and she’s sharing the lessons for all of us a service business owner. Get the inside scoop right here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/using-strategies-that-dont-scale/
Mar 4, 2019 • 24min
#159: Your Three Word Rebellion with Michelle Mazur
You may think that your brand’s message isn’t that important — but you’d be wrong. People want to know what makes your services business different and summing it up in a few short words that pack a punch is your first step to making an impression that stands out. On this episode of the Small Business Boss podcast, my guest Dr. Michelle Mazur is sharing her tips for how to create your Three Word Rebellion. Get the scoop here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/three-word-rebellion/
Feb 25, 2019 • 9min
#158: January 2019 Recap
The first month of the year is behind us, and if you’re anything like me, you’re already antsy for your big plans to come to fruition. Since I chose READY as my word of the year, I’m even more excited to have January — typically not my favorite month — done and over with, On this episode of the Small Business Boss podcast, I’m sharing the first recap of 2019 along with something SUPER exciting on the horizon this spring. Get the scoop here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/january-2019-recap/
Feb 18, 2019 • 10min
#157: Creating a High-Performance Client Proposal
Fact: Writing proposals and doing it well matters to your business. You know, because clients = you getting a paycheck. But since they’re not usually the most exciting tasks, we often tend to procrastinate and have a hard time getting into the groove. On this episode of the Small Business Boss podcast, I’m breaking down how to create a high-performance client proposal that gets you a yes. Get the scoop here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/client-proposal/
Feb 11, 2019 • 28min
#156: Delivering a High Touch Client Experience with Natasha Vorompiova
Finding that sweet spot between doing everything yourself and automating certain processes to save time can seem really tricky when it comes to your clients. In this episode of the Small Business Boss podcast, my guest Natasha from Systems Rock is going to help us figure out how to deliver a high touch client experience. Get the scoop here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/high-touch-client-experience/
Feb 4, 2019 • 16min
#155: Lessons from 5 Years of Podcasting
In this episode, I’m sharing my lessons from FIVE years of podcasting including why having a podcast has been so powerful for me — and a few things I absolutely never expected. Get the inside scoop right here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/5-years-of-podcasting/
