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Tara Allen

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Things I've been thinking about

Half of what I write here is a note to myself. You're welcome to read over my shoulder.

Tara Allen holding a handwritten sign that reads If It's To Be, It's Up To Me
Best Self6 min read

If It's To Be, It's Up to Me

Ownership is hard — but it's also where the best parts of life are built. A reflection on personal responsibility, doing hard things, and what training for a marathon taught me about becoming someone you're proud of.

August 26, 2026

Tara leading a whiteboard session with her team
Best Business7 min read

Building a business that doesn't own you

There's a version of entrepreneurship that quietly consumes your life. Here's the question I ask every quarter to make sure I'm not building it.

A Note From Tara

One idea each week — and something worth thinking about.