What if success in business didn’t look like 6 figures, a big team, or endless growth? In this episode, I sit down with Maggie Patterson to explore why staying small and strategic can be a powerful, joyful, and profitable choice. We unpack the cultural myth of the “six‑figure business,” how to set realistic salary and revenue goals, when (and whether) to hire help, and how your season of life should shape your business.

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1. 00:24 - Redefining Success in Business
2. 02:19 - The Myth of Six-Figure Success
3. 08:19 - Setting Realistic Revenue Goals
4. 17:39 - Strategic Hiring Decisions
5. 27:28 - Leading and Communicating in Business
6. 28:12 - The Importance of Detailed SOPs
7. 30:03 - Mindset and Comparison in Business
8. 32:44 - Realistic Business Growth and Personal Capacity
9. 34:35 - Aligning Business with Life Seasons
10. 38:56 - Making Informed Business Decisions
11. 44:55 - Recognizing When to Pivot

Connect with Maggie:

1. Website: bsfreebusiness.com
2. Threads: threads.com/@bsfreebusiness
3. IG: instagram.com/bsfreebusiness
4. Staying Solo Podcast: bsfreebusiness.com/podcast
5. Staying Solo Book: bsfreebusiness.com/book
6. Real Life Rule Quiz: bsfreebusiness.com/quiz