Staying Solo

Boring Is Better: Building the Business You’ve Always Needed


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You’re burnt out from the grind, drowning in noise, and questioning whether the version of success we were all sold was ever worth it.

Sound familiar? 

Hustle culture promised us freedom, but all it delivered was stress, overwork, and businesses that feel more like a trap. We’ve been told that bigger is always better, that scaling is the only way forward, and that if we’re struggling, we just need to “hire more” and push harder.

But what if the real secret to success isn’t more—it’s less?

In this episode, we’re tearing down the myths of hustle culture and exploring a radically different approach: building a "boring" business that works for you. 

Topics discussed in this episode include:

  • Why chasing endless growth, big revenue, and scaling at all costs leads to burnout and dissatisfaction.

  • How the entrepreneurship industry profits from pushing unsustainable success models.

  • Why a simple, stable, and sustainable service business is the smarter, long-term choice and how a more intentional business can be more fulfilling.

  • Why a well-structured business provides peace, stability, and long-term success.

  • Why you should shift from expansion to strategic, values-aligned, and sustainable growth.

  • How cutting unnecessary complexity creates a more efficient, drama-free business.

  • Managing concerns around boredom, growth, and ambition.

  • Actionable steps for building a boring business. 

  • How prioritizing well-being, boundaries, and balance leads to long-term success.

For detailed show notes and links to everything in this episode, please visit bsfreebusiness.com.

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Staying SoloBy Maggie Patterson, BS-Free Business

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