205. Writing a nonfiction book? Listen to this first.

In this week’s solo episode, I’m sharing a bit about my post-vacation work life and answering your questions about my book-writing program, Idea-to-Draft (ITD). From how it works to the investment to how much 1:1 time you’ll get with me, I break it all down so you understand the core elements of the program.It’s one of my shorter episodes to date but packed with information you’ll want to know if you have a goal of writing a nonfiction book. Show notes: Click here to join the master class How to Make Time to Write a Book—Even When You’re Busy, happening on September 26. Learn more about my Idea-to-Draft Accelerator and Author Mentorship program here. Learn more about the Author Influence Circle community here. Book a call here. 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.

25 Sep 202423min

Past client and published author Mike Green is living his dream life leading Alaskan leadership adventures. He says his life today in large part is a direct result of writing and publishing his book, Wandermust: A Hero’s Journey to Seven Truths. In this week’s episode of Beyond Better, we talk about the ways publishing Mike’s book positively impacted his life, including helping him step into who he is as a leadership coach and solidifying his message to the world. We also cover roadblocks he encountered throughout the writing process and his experience in my accelerated author program, Idea-to-Draft. Click here to join the master class “How to Make Time to Write a Book—Even When You’re Busy, happening on September 26”. Connect with Mike: Mike’s book: Wandermust Mike’s website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram 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 Sep 202424min

A little while back, I hosted an author celebration and meetup for my clients and students. It was a beautiful celebration of the amazing authors I get to work with, and I left overflowing with gratitude. I had such a good time that I was inspired to record a podcast episode with a look behind the scenes at the work I do with authors. In this week’s replay episode, I share: A recap of the meetup (it was so good!) Why I’m so passionate about growing authors How I work with authors, including my Idea-to-Draft program My criteria for taking on clients and inviting students into my cohorts Why celebration is such an important part of being successful as an author How my clients and students are living their purpose in this world—and scaling their impact This episode is a bit sappy, I’ll admit. I love what I do. I love the authors I work with. I believe in them and in their ability to make a difference in this world. Learn more about the group coaching program, Idea-to-Draft. 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 Sep 202422min

Burnout is real, and it’s something a huge percentage of people will experience in their lives. In this week’s episode with former head of DEI at Instagram Regina Lawless and public speaking expert Misty Megia, we dig into what burnout is, how to recognize it, and what to do about it. Regina is also a past client whose book is a wonderful read if you’re experiencing a big personal shift, including grief, loss, burnout, or other big challenges—or just want to read a great book. Misty Megia CEO and creative director is a business strategist extraordinaire with over 20 years’ experience in market strategy, project management, public speaking, corporate branding, and channel marketing. Regina Lawless helps high-achieving women of color find purpose beyond their paycheck in order to experience more bliss in their lives and sustainable success at work and at home. Learn more about Misty: Website All social media platforms: @mistymegia Public speaking program for women: https://mistymegia.com/work/program/ Learn more about Regina: Instagram @regina.lawless LinkedIn Website Do You: A Journey of Success, Loss, and Learning to Live a More MeaningFULL Life Work-Life Alignment Quiz 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 Sep 202435min

This week on the podcast, I’m excited to have a conversation about aptitudes and uncovering hidden genius with author and YouScience cofounder, Betsy Wills. I met Betsy years ago and was inspired by her passion for aptitudes and how they play into uncovering one’s genius and living a full life. I even took the aptitude assessment through YouScience, which helped me understand myself and my gifts better. Now, she’s gearing up for the publication of her book, Your Hidden Genius: The Science-Backed Strategy to Uncovering and Harnessing Your Innate Talents—and that’s exactly what we discuss in this episode: how to uncover your innate talents. We dig into: What aptitudes are and how understanding aptitudes help us understand ourselves better Betsy’s personal story and how it led her to cofound YouScience, a career guidance company for students that uses aptitudes as the foundation How understanding innate aptitudes contributes to career wellness Her book journey and how she hopes her book will impact lives Listen in on this conversation and get ready to be inspired! Learn more about Betsy: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram @betsywills Preorder her book: Your Hidden Genius 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.

28 Aug 202447min

In this week’s podcast episode, I’m answering your questions on business and writing tips: What customer relationship management (CRM) do you use? I’m just finishing my book and have been approached by several publishers whose prices range from $1,000 to $10,000. Do you have a word of direction? I am looking to expand my writing portfolio and would appreciate some tips and resources if you have any to share. I love getting questions from listeners, and I had an especially great time responding to these! Show notes: Idea-to-Draft group coaching program Determining Your Publishing Path With Jane Friedman The True ROI of Writing a Book How This Writer Created a Profitable Business Through Ghostwriting With Stacy Ennis 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.

21 Aug 202456min

In this week’s episode, I share my update on life, work, and living in Portugal—five years in. It’s hard to believe we left the US six years ago, moving first to Thailand and then to our home in Portugal’s Algarve. There have been ups and downs, and you might be curious: Is this our forever home? I’ll answer that question in this episode. I also detail the opportunities and challenges I face in business, along with my assessment of the private medical system here, education, cost of living, safety, food, and overall quality of life. I try to be as detailed as possible in this episode to give you a look into the real life of a long-term expat in Europe. 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.

14 Aug 202456min

Sometimes you meet people you automatically vibe with—and that’s how I felt when I met this week’s guest, Patrick Buchanan. In this episode, he shares his story as a Black, gay man in a lower-income family to becoming the VP of marketing at one of the top fashion companies in the US. Patrick has collaborated with some of the biggest names in the music and entertainment industry, crafting culture-defining campaigns. Named one of Brand Innovator’s Top 40 Marketers and earning a spot on Nice Kicks’ Future 50 list, Patrick’s passion for marketing shines through his numerous accolades. In our conversation, Patrick details some of the challenges he’s overcome and lessons gained from those experiences. Importantly, he explains how self-reinvention has helped him reach where he is today, and how you can lean into self-reinvention too. We also talk fashion design, thrifting, and minimalism—all topics I love! Show notes: Elevate your personal style, with Laura Tully Learn more about Patrick: LinkedIn Instagram 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.

7 Aug 202444min