Beyond Better with Stacy Ennis

Do you have an explorer’s spirit when it comes to personal growth? I love that framing—it elicits a sense of curiosity and discovery, two qualities embodied by this week’s guest on Beyond Better, author Seline Shenoy.  In this conversation, we dive into the six core needs of The Nomadic Soul—the title of her book—and explore how visionaries like Maya Angelou, Walt Disney, and Jane Goodall embodied their approach to both personal and spiritual freedom. She also shares behind the scenes of her author journey and how she’s been able to expand her impact through her book. Learn more about Seline: Instagram @selineshenoy Website: https://selineshenoy.com/ The Dream Catcher podcast The Nomadic Soul: A Seeker’s Guide to Finding a Sense of Self and Belonging in the Modern World Follow me on:  Instagram @stacyennis Facebook @stacyenniscreative LinkedIn YouTube @stacyennisauthor To submit a question, email hello@stacyennis.com or visit http://stacyennis.com/contact and fill out the form on the page.

15 Jan 47min

Have you ever wondered how best-selling authors and media icons write so many books? What is their process like? What marketing strategies do they use to get their book into readers’ hands? This week, I’m excited to welcome back Farnoosh Torabi, one of America’s leading personal finance authorities. In this candid discussion, she shares behind the scenes on her author journey writing four books across fifteen years, including support along the way and her publishing journey. Bring your pen and paper to this one, because you’ll want to take notes! Farnoosh is a multi-best-selling author, former CNBC host and creator of the Webby-nominated podcast So Money. Her most recent book is A Healthy State of Panic: Follow Your Fears to Build Wealth, Crush Your Career and Win at Life. Her award-winning and critically acclaimed podcast has surpassed 25 million downloads, thanks to its one-of-a-kind interviews and deep conversations about money. The New York Times calls her advice, “perfectly practical.” Show notes:  Book to Brand event Learn more about Farnoosh: Website: https://farnoosh.tv/ Podcast: So Money LinkedIn YouTube @FarnooshTorabiTV Follow me on: Instagram @stacyennis Facebook @stacyenniscreative LinkedIn YouTube @stacyennisauthor To submit a question, email hello@stacyennis.com or visit http://stacyennis.com/contact and fill out the form on the page.

8 Jan 43min

Listen to a short and sweet message from me to you, sharing a holiday message and a sneak peek into the new year. I share a bit about what we’re working on for authors (so excited!) and what I’m looking forward to both in business and life here in Portugal. Show notes: FREE Live Webinar New Year, New Book: How to Finish Your Nonfiction Book in 2025 Author Influence Circle community  Follow me on: Instagram @stacyennis Facebook @stacyenniscreative LinkedIn YouTube @stacyennisauthor To submit a question, email hello@stacyennis.com or visit http://stacyennis.com/contact and fill out the form on the page.

24 Des 202410min

Along with supporting our team on all things words, and fixing all my typos in my newsletter every week, Kim is a masterful book editor and writer. In this episode, we discuss: Her journey in the field, including going back to university post-master’s in music to pursue editing and writing The types of editing needed for books (hint: there are four!) How she helps authors bring out the best in their books How aspiring authors can avoid lengthy/costly editorial work What authors should know about the editing process and choosing an editor Kim’s clients include business owners, thought leaders, and industry professionals, many of whom are first-time authors and new to sharing their ideas with the world. She is an expert in various genres of nonfiction, including business, self-help, faith-based, memoir, and academic works. Show notes: Why discipline is everything by Kim Foster How to do book research by Kim Foster Episode 41 | Copyright and Intellectual Property 101 for Writers with Attorney Brad Frazer Learn more about Kim: LinkedIn Follow me on: Instagram @stacyennis Facebook @stacyenniscreative LinkedIn YouTube @stacyennisauthor To submit a question, email hello@stacyennis.com or visit http://stacyennis.com/contact and fill out the form on the page.

18 Des 202437min

This week’s guest is a dear friend of mine I connected with on a shared mission of entrepreneurship for social good. Vanita Badlani’s passion for vegetarianism and fashion led her to address a gap she found in the fashion industry—making high-quality products that were not only beautiful and vied for but were also cruelty-free and sustainable while being accessible. Join us as we discuss driving change in the fashion industry through sustainable innovation and delivering excellence in an ethical way—and how consumers can be discerning when purchasing products labeled as “ethical.” Vanita Badlani is a sustainability warrior and impact entrepreneur, leading LaBante London, a luxury vegan accessories brand dedicated to ethical fashion and environmental stewardship, to promote the power of conscious consumerism. Show notes:  Labante’s gift collection Labante’s laptop bags Labante’s Alder Clutch & Cross-Body Bag Learn more about Vanita: Instagram @vanitabadlani Labante London Website LinkedIn Follow me on: Instagram @stacyennis Facebook @stacyenniscreative LinkedIn YouTube @stacyennisauthor To submit a question, email hello@stacyennis.com or visit http://stacyennis.com/contact and fill out the form on the page.

11 Des 202439min

As a child, my dream was to have a career in books—a desire most writers share. This week’s guest on Beyond Better, Dwight Garner, gets to live that dream every day as a book critic for The New York Times. In this delightful conversation, we talk about Garner’s latest book, The Upstairs Delicatessen. This smart, thoughtful book about reading and eating had me laughing out loud and reaching for a snack. We also discuss his writing and research process, as well as his role as a book critic. And as you might expect, I ask about his writing process, including how he balances writing with a demanding job at The Times. Alongside book-related talk, we explore the role of food in family connection—and he answers a special question from my eleven-year-old daughter.  If you love reading, writing, and eating—and listening to two book lovers talk about these topics—don’t miss this week’s episode.  Show notes:  Eat Your Books Dwight's book: The Upstairs Delicatessen: On Eating, Reading, Reading About Eating, and Eating While Reading Learn more about Dwight: X: @DwightGarner Facebook: Dwight Garner Instagram: @dwightgarner Threads: @dwightgarner Follow me on: Instagram @stacyennis Facebook @stacyenniscreative LinkedIn YouTube @stacyennisauthor To submit a question, email hello@stacyennis.com or visit http://stacyennis.com/contact and fill out the form on the page.

4 Des 202436min

Many people have an unrealistic idea of self-care as bubble baths and expensive shopping sprees. These can be quick fixes, but they aren’t what truly nourishes us. My conversation with Amber Wardell explores what healthy self-care is all about, which includes confronting self-limiting behaviors and beliefs, challenging our inner demons, and pushing past our comfort zone. Amber walks us through her own journey, confronting traditional beliefs about settling for what life gives, challenging the notion of reaching for the toxic, unhealthy “potato chips” that are offered by our quick-fix culture. And of course, we talk about how her pursuit of healthy self-care impacted her book-writing journey, including a few tips for aspiring authors. Amber Wardell is a doctor of cognitive psychology and author of the upcoming book Self-Care Potato Chips: Choosing Nourishing Self-Care in a Quick-Fix Culture. She is also a contributor for Psychology Today where she writes about contemporary feminism, and runs a blog where she tackles topics related to marriage, motherhood, and mental health. Show notes: How to do a dream week Learn more about Amber: Website Beyond Self-Care Potato Chips YouTube @Amberwardell Instagram @sensible_amber Follow me on: Instagram @stacyennis Facebook @stacyenniscreative LinkedIn YouTube @stacyennisauthor To submit a question, email hello@stacyennis.com or visit http://stacyennis.com/contact and fill out the form on the page.

27 Nov 202451min

Here’s part two answering your questions after my recent Katie Couric Media piece. In this episode, I answer a few more questions: What is the path to citizenship in Portugal? How did you end up in southern Portugal? ⁠⁠How did you decide where to move abroad? If you’ve ever considered moving abroad, don’t miss this week’s episode! Show notes: Katie Couric Media piece: I Moved Abroad — Now I Don’t Know if I’ll Ever Return Portugal resources on my blog Join the newsletter  Episode 164 | Portugal QA: Part 1 Follow me on:Follow me on: Instagram @stacyennis Facebook @stacyenniscreative LinkedIn YouTube @stacyennisauthor To submit a question, email hello@stacyennis.com or visit http://stacyennis.com/contact and fill out the form on the page.

20 Nov 202429min