Why Staying Small Can Be the Smartest Business Decision You Make with Maggie Patterson

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.Find It Quickly00:24 - Redefining Success in Business02:19 - The Myth of Six-Figure Success08:19 - Setting Realistic Revenue Goals17:39 - Strategic Hiring Decisions27:28 - Leading and Communicating in Business28:12 - The Importance of Detailed SOPs30:03 - Mindset and Comparison in Business32:44 - Realistic Business Growth and Personal Capacity34:35 - Aligning Business with Life Seasons38:56 - Making Informed Business Decisions44:55 - Recognizing When to PivotConnect with Maggie:Website: bsfreebusiness.comThreads: threads.com/@bsfreebusinessIG: instagram.com/bsfreebusinessStaying Solo Podcast: bsfreebusiness.com/podcastStaying Solo Book: bsfreebusiness.com/bookReal Life Rule Quiz: bsfreebusiness.com/quiz

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