How to Build a Sustainable Solo Business as an Introvert with Maggie Patterson
Release Date: 10/09/2025
Yap With Emails: How to Talk About Your Offers Without Video
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Struggling to talk about your own offers? You’re not alone. In this episode, Tara shares why promoting your own work can feel so much harder than talking about someone else’s, why video isn’t the only path to connection, and how to market in a way that actually fits your energy. She also shares the story behind — a 40-day, written-word-first experience designed for entrepreneurs who want to improve their storytelling, build trust, and sell more through email and writing instead of forcing themselves onto camera. If the Yap Challenge gave you FOMO but also made you think, “I do...
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EP170: When I Almost Took a Full-Time Job After 18 Years in Business
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What happens when a longtime entrepreneur considers going back to a full-time job? In this unfiltered episode, I’m sharing the real story behind my recent job offer and how a simple coin flip brought me total clarity. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why I almost walked away from my business How burnout and flexibility shaped my decision The mindset shift that reignited my motivation Check out the full show notes and resources mentioned at
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EP169: The Truth About “Know, Like, Trust” Nobody Talks About
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Everyone says your audience needs to know, like, and trust you… but what if we’ve been doing it all wrong? In this episode, I break down why this popular phrase can lead to people-pleasing and performance, and how to rebuild trust the quiet, genuine way. You’ll learn: How to build real trust faster (without being everywhere) What proof actually looks like for introverts If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a five-star rating + review! Check out the full show notes and resources mentioned at
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Smarter Systems and Productivity for Overwhelmed Brains with Lauren Glynn
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Feeling stuck in overwhelm? In this episode, I chat with Lauren Glynn about building smarter systems and productivity strategies that work with your brain, not against it. We cover: Why productivity hacks don’t always work How to rethink your to-do list and delegate smarter Why quitting Instagram freed up more time and energy Leave a review with your biggest takeaway to help other introverts discover the show. Check out the full show notes and resources mentioned at
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3 Marketing Rules I Break On Purpose
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Some business rules are meant to be broken especially if you’re an introvert. In this episode, I share the 3 “golden rules” I ditched to build a more sustainable, profitable business without social media or constant launching. You’ll learn: Why consistency doesn’t have to be rigid. How evergreen strategies protect your business long-term. Why I stopped launching all the time (and what I do instead). Enjoyed this episode? Leave a 5-star review with your biggest takeaway so more introverts can find this podcast. Check out the full show notes and resources...
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How to Build Social Confidence as an Introvert with Caroline Smith
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Do you struggle with social confidence as an introvert? You’re not alone. In this episode, I chat with Caroline Smith of The Introverted Misfit about her journey from socially anxious & awkward to confident & thriving And how you can do the same without pretending to be someone you’re not. We’ll dive into: Small steps to ease social anxiety How to start conversations without pressure Recharge rituals that actually work for introverts If you enjoyed this episode, I invite you to drop a five-star rating + review with your biggest takeaway, so that other introverts can find...
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Multipassionate & Misunderstood: How to Niche Your Offers, Not Your Business
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Do you ever feel like picking just one niche means losing a part of yourself? In this episode, I’m sharing why multipassionate entrepreneurs don’t need to niche their entire business… and what to do instead. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why “pick one niche” doesn’t work for multipassionates How to structure your offers with value ladders The key to segmenting your audience for clarity If you enjoyed this episode, I invite you to drop a five-star rating + review with your biggest takeaway, so that other introverts can find this podcast for guidance and support through...
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How to Build a Sustainable Solo Business as an Introvert with Maggie Patterson
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What does it really take to build a sustainable solo business as an introvert? Maggie Patterson, creator of BS-Free Business® and author of Staying Solo®, joins me to share her no-hustle approach to business that’s strategic, humane, and aligned with your energy. In this episode, we talk about: Why wealth in entrepreneurship isn’t always what it seems How to create a business model that’s sustainable and values-led The role of boundaries in protecting your energy and creativity If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating and review with your biggest takeaway!!...
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What I’d Do Differently If I Were Starting My Business in 2025
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If you had to start your business all over again today, what would you do differently? In this raw and real episode, I’m sharing exactly what I’d focus on if I were starting fresh in 2025… and what I’d leave behind for good. Here’s a peek at what you’ll learn: The marketing strategies I’d prioritize (hint: no social media!) Why evergreen offers still work and how to make them sustainable The one system I’d set up from day one that changes everything If you enjoyed this episode, I invite you to drop a five-star rating + review with your biggest takeaway, so that other...
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The One Marketing Task I’ll Never Automate
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I’m all about automation… except for one marketing task that I’ll never automate or outsource. In this episode, I’m sharing why replying to emails is something I always handle personally, and how keeping this human connection point has led to unexpected opportunities. We’ll dive into: Why personal email replies build stronger trust How one reply led to a great collaboration The AI tool I use to make replying easier without losing my voice If you enjoyed this episode, I invite you to drop a five-star rating + review with your biggest takeaway, so that other introverts...
info_outlineWhat does it really take to build a sustainable solo business as an introvert? Maggie Patterson, creator of BS-Free Business® and author of Staying Solo®, joins me to share her no-hustle approach to business that’s strategic, humane, and aligned with your energy.
In this episode, we talk about:
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Why wealth in entrepreneurship isn’t always what it seems
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How to create a business model that’s sustainable and values-led
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The role of boundaries in protecting your energy and creativity
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating and review with your biggest takeaway!!
Check out the full show notes and resources mentioned at thetarareid.com/ep164