
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 24, 2017 • 28min
#56: Hustle Free Ways to Improve Your Business
While there’s definitely a time to hustle hard in your business, you simply can’t hustle ALL the time. But how do you keep improving when you’re not in hustle mode? We’re sharing some proven hustle-free ways to keep optimizing your business and growing it the right way. In episode 55 we talked about our fave ways to grow a services business - so don’t tune out - this is completely different. This goes way beyond growing into building something sustainable. A business you actually enjoy and are excited to work on. Get the inside scoop here: https://scoopindustries.com/episode56/

Apr 20, 2017 • 8min
Express: Getting the Most out of Masterminding
Being a part of a mastermind can be incredibly powerful, but you need to have a plan to get the most out of it. In this express episode, we’re talking about how to get the very most out of masterminding. For more great content like this, visit www.scoopindustries.com/blog.

Apr 17, 2017 • 21min
#55: Our Fave Power Moves to Grow Your Services Business
If you’re the type of person that starts a business in the first place, then you’re most likely the type of person who wants to keep that business growing. (Or at least find ways to make what you’re doing more efficient.) In this episode we’re dishing up the scoop on our fave ways to grow your services business - including a few that may surprise you. Get the inside scoop here: https://scoopindustries.com/episode55/

Apr 13, 2017 • 8min
Express: Is Your Ego in the Way?
Many of us struggle with confidence, but there’s a flipside to that struggle...when our ego gets in the way. In this express episode we’re talking about ego and how it can trip you up. Get ready for a little ego check, and some of this may be a bit hard to hear, but it’s necessary. I know I need to check myself every so often. For more great content like this, visit www.scoopindustries.com/blog.

Apr 10, 2017 • 21min
#54: Solopreneur? Doesn't Mean You Need to Do It Alone
Being a solopreneur can make it feel like you truly are a solo show. In this episode we’re talking about how to avoid falling into the trap of thinking you need to do it ALL on your own. Get the inside scoop here: https://scoopindustries.com/episode54/

Apr 6, 2017 • 7min
Express: Unplan Your Way to Success
Most of us love planning. We’re straight up addicted to planning. But there comes a time when planning becomes a big old problem. In this express episode we’re talking about the downside of planning and how to keep planning in it’s rightful place in your business. For more great content like this, visit www.scoopindustries.com/blog.

Apr 3, 2017 • 21min
#53: Why Being a Practitioner Matters
In this episode, we’re getting real about the online world and why being a practitioner is seriously undervalued, and actually the most important asset you have. We want to dive into what’s going on in this crazy pants online world, and show how not to lose sight of what matters the most - your skills, experience and talents. Get the inside scoop here: https://scoopindustries.com/episode53/

Mar 30, 2017 • 8min
Express: Taking a Break from Your Business
Spring is in the air so you’re likely thinking ahead to Summer and taking a break. But how on earth do you take a break from your business and not have things go to pot? A break from your business doesn’t mean checking email every day and being connected. We’re talking about the kind of break where you’re not tethered and working. For more great content like this, visit www.scoopindustries.com/blog.

Mar 27, 2017 • 21min
#52: The Power of In Person
For most of us, running our own business means working from home and spending a lot of time alone. While a Skype call and chatting with your pets may break up the day, this solo thing can be a big challenge. In this episode we’re talking about putting pants on and leaving your house...and why it should be a big priority. Get in the inside scoop on Episode 52 here: https://scoopindustries.com/episode52/

Mar 23, 2017 • 7min
Express: Breaking Your (Bad) Work Habits
Red alert. Today we’re talking habits...and not the good kind. But the kind that mess with your success and keep you stuck or struggling. We’ve all got work habits that aren’t so hot. Some are worse than others. In this episode, we’re breaking down what you can do about those habits to get on track. For more great content like this, visit www.scoopindustries.com/blog.