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Check out our deep dive essays (and podcast episodes) diving into the online business status quo with actionable ideas designed to cut the BS.

Time at work

Episode 218: A Month in the Life: How I Really Spend My Time

A quick note about this episode: I originally recorded this podcast back in February as the deep dive episode for March. But then, Corona was…

behind the scenes

Episode 217: Behind-the-Scenes with Maggie: A Mid-Year Check-In

It’s been a while since I’ve done a behind-the-scenes, so in this episode of the Small Business Boss podcast, we’re taking a look at the…

Escaping the External BS

Episode 216: Escaping the External BS

Want to build a BS-free service business? Then you’re definitely going to want to listen to this episode where I deconstruct some of the external…

internal bs

Episode 215: Internal BS That’s Probably Holding You Back

When it comes to building a business, there’s a complete list of things that can stand in your way. But the ones we least expect…

bs-free business

Episode 214: Building a BS-Free Business

Does your business feel simple? Does it feel sustainable? Or are you on a hamster wheel where you’re working too hard or like there are…

business as unusual

Episode 213: Business as Unusual: Let’s Talk About Finding Clients and Making Money

Do you feel stuck as you’re not sure what the future of your business looks like? In this episode, we’re talking about finding clients and…

small business boss

15 Years, 15 Insights on Being a Small Business Boss

Today, you’re helping me celebrate a milestone in my business, 15 years of being my own boss. And there’s nothing like an anniversary to make…

spring clean your business

Episode 212: Business as Unusual: Spring Clean Your Service Business

Spring is here, so it’s time for a little clean up in your business. Plus, with the madness of the last couple weeks, many of…

investing in my success

What I Learned About Investing in My Success By Spending $72,700

Back in 2013, I stumbled upon the online business world. At that time, I was running two businesses, one in the papercrafting industry as a…