Beyond Better is a podcast that explores a simple but profound idea: we all deserve to live lives that are not just better—but beyond better. I’m Stacy Ennis, an author, mom of two, and long-time location independent entrepreneur living in Portugal. Join me as I talk business, location independence, writing, travel, and so much more, all focused on building a life that is beyond better.
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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 ea…
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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…
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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…
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After my recent Katie Couric Media piece, I received so many questions about life in Portugal—wow! In this episode, I answer a few of the questions: What advice can you offer for the process of moving? What is the schooling like there? What’s the best tax structure as a small business owner? Tune in next week for part 2 on taxes, citizenship, and h…
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Bill Gates does a Think Week every year, and I do something similar: Dream Week. In this episode, I walk through my Dream Week plan and talk you through what I’m doing this year to dream and strategize for 2025. I also share some of the challenges I ran into with this year’s Dream Week, and my plans for later in the month, when I travel to London f…
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The moment I met this week’s guest, Ingrid Hu Dahl, I knew we’d create something beautiful together. She was working on a memoir about identity, loss, and living her truth, and needed a coach to walk the author journey with her. Spoiler: it was me. Her beautifully written book comes out next year. In this episode, we discuss her story growing up mi…
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In this episode of the podcast, I talk about accountability and following through on personal and professional goals, particularly when it comes to writing a book. I share a stat on how to increase your success in goal achievement by a massive 95%, and delve into the significance of calendaring and habit formation. I also walk through options to dr…
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This week’s episode is a bit different than others I’ve published—and that’s exactly why I’m excited to share it with you. In it, I have a conversation with Mara Mureş, an artist traveler who left Portugal by bicycle in February 2024 and is currently in Pakistan. We talk about the logistics of traveling alone as a single female by bicycle, how she …
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Money. It’s on everyone’s mind but something people rarely have conversations about. This week, we’re changing that. We’re talking all about money with Samanda Morales, the founder and owner of WellFin360 LLC. Samanda shares her money story and early money challenges, including maxed-out credit and zero dollars in the bank—and how she overcame them…
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[Bonus] Author panel: ROI, challenges, and advice for aspiring authors
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It’s been a hot minute since I’ve hosted one of these! On October 3, I hosted a live discussion on LinkedIn to talk about the journey of some wonderful authors I had the pleasure of guiding through their book-writing journey. I can’t wait to introduce you to five incredible future and published authors: Jacquelyn Wright, Ingrid Hu Dahl, Regina Lawl…
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158. Master Class: How to Make Time to Write a Book
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In this episode, I share a replay of my recent master class on proven strategies to write a book, even when you’re busy. In fact, nearly every client I work with is incredibly busy! Many future authors are surprised to learn that my coaching isn’t just about the skill of book writing and accountability—it’s about lifestyle design too. An optimized …
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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 …
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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 impact…
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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’…
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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 y…
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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…
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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…
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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 de…
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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 mu…
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This week’s conversation with author Paul Weigel is moving, inspiring, and sure to get you thinking differently about your life. When a cancer diagnosis rocked Paul’s world, he turned to his daughter for strength, and she became his role model. From her, he drew perseverance and strength, overcoming cancer and moving into a more purposeful life. Pa…
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We are back with fresh new content just for you! 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.
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This Ask Stacy episode is full of writing and publishing-related questions from my listeners. Topics covered in this episode include: What to do if English is your second language and you’re finding it challenging to write. Whether traditional publishing is better than self-publishing. If ChatGPT is an ethical route to write a book. The average wor…
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I’m excited to reshare a conversation on my podcast with an individual who has had a profound impact on my career: Tim Vandehey. Tim is a friend and business mentor—not to mention a renowned writer. A freelance writer since 1995, he is an award-winning New York Times best-selling ghostwriter of more than sixty-five nonfiction books. In this week’s …
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145. [Replay] What it’s like to move abroad in your 30s, 40s, and beyond, with Cepee Tabibian
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I get emails every week from listeners and readers who want to know about life abroad. Questions cover: What is it like to uproot everything and move somewhere new? What is the visa process like? What should I consider when deciding on whether to move abroad? These questions get more specific when it comes to dating, raising a family, and everythin…
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144. [Replay] How to Build a Following, With TikTok Influencer and Financial Educator Giovanna Gonzalez
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As I shared earlier, I’m on a needed podcasting break, so I’m sharing some listener favorite episodes. This week’s replay is “How to build a following, with TikTok influencer and financial educator Giovanna Gonzalez.” Giovanna Gonzalez is not only a TikTok influencer and financial educator, but she is also a soon-to-be author. During the Great Resi…
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As I shared earlier, I’m on a needed podcasting break, so I’m sharing some listener favorite episodes. This week’s replay is “How to live your dream life abroad, with Vanessa Menchaca-Wachtmeister.” Vanessa Menchaca-Wachtmeister is living her dream life in Europe, and she has made a career out of helping others do the same. In this episode, we talk…
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It’s been an intense first half of the year, and to be completely honest, I need a break. In this episode, I reflect on the year so far and share a bit about what we’re working on. During this break, I’ll be sharing some listener favorite episodes. So don’t take a break from listening—you’ll want to hear these great conversations! Join the Author I…
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If you’ve been following my work for any length of time, you know social equity is deeply important to me. So when I met Joel Pérez and learned about his work, I instantly knew I’d love to support his work as a book coach. In our vulnerable conversation about how cultural humility can improve leadership, we talk through how to intentionally build a…
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Join the FREE writing challenge here. How it works: sign up at this link, then join me LIVE online every day next week on LinkedIn, May 27–31. Each day, I’ll be doing a short training and giving you homework to complete, including a daily worksheet and writing prompt. Plan about 30–60 minutes each day to complete both the training an…
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Join the FREE writing challenge here. How it works: sign up at this link, then join me LIVE online every day next week on LinkedIn, May 27–31. Each day, I’ll be doing a short training and giving you homework to complete, including a daily worksheet and writing prompt. Plan about 30–60 minutes each day to complete both the training and w…
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Join the FREE writing challenge here. How it works: sign up at this link, then join me LIVE online every day next week on LinkedIn, May 27–31. Each day, I’ll be doing a short training and giving you homework to complete, including a daily worksheet and writing prompt. Plan about 30–60 minutes each day to complete both the training and work…
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Join the FREE writing challenge here. How it works: sign up at this link, then join me LIVE online every day next week on LinkedIn, May 27–31. Each day, I’ll be doing a short training and giving you homework to complete, including a daily worksheet and writing prompt. Plan about 30–60 minutes each day to complete both the training and work. B…
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Join the FREE writing challenge here. How it works: sign up at this link, then join me LIVE online every day next week on LinkedIn, May 27–31. Each day, I’ll be doing a short training and giving you homework to complete, including a daily worksheet and writing prompt. Plan about 30–60 minutes each day to complete both the training and work. Beca…
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Join the FREE writing challenge here. How it works: sign up at this link, then join me LIVE online every day next week on LinkedIn, May 27–31. Each day, I’ll be doing a short training and giving you homework to complete, including a daily worksheet and writing prompt. Plan about 30–60 minutes each day to complete both the training and work. Because…
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I’ve been a loud voice in publishing about the future of AI—and today, I’m taking that conversation a step further. In this powerful discussion with diversity, equity, and inclusion leader Manpreet Dhillon, we discuss the intersection between inclusion and AI and dig deeply into inherent bias and how AI is silencing our voices. We also explore her …
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I’ve been on a personal journey to understand the gut and how it impacts overall health, including the brain and chronic disease. And wow—it’s a fascinating area of study! This week, I’m excited to welcome a guest to share more about this important area of wellness. Greer McGuinness, MS, RD, CDN, CLT, DTSP, CMH, is a registered dietitian, certified…
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It’s no secret that the publishing industry is riddled with inequity. Basically every stage is white: authors to staff at publishing houses to marketing campaigns targeting white readers, the system is not designed to amplify marginalized voices. That’s why I’m grateful for this week’s conversation with Rebekah Borucki, founder and president of Row…
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A key part of my entrepreneurial journey has been uncovering a simple truth: I am almost always my own biggest roadblock. Not my skills, because I can learn. Not my connections, because I am highly connected. But my mindset. This week, I speak with Amira Alvarez, founder and CEO of The Unstoppable Woman and host of The Unstoppable Woman podcast. Sh…
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136. Elevate your personal style, with Laura Tully
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This week’s guest is a dear friend and someone who has had a profound impact on my life. Laura Tully is a fashion stylist who speaks with power and heart, and by the end of this episode, she’ll have you convinced that personal style can be a profound part of personal growth. Laura has worked in the fashion industry for the last twenty-plus years. A…
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For years, I have been talking about building a community for authors. And for years, I felt like I didn’t have the time or bandwidth to make it a reality. In this episode, I share behind the scenes on the new community for authors, the Author Influence Circle, and how I got past my recovering perfectionism to finally launch this community. I get v…
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A few months ago, I saw author Alex O’Brien on stage at Web Summit. Not only did she give excellent answers to questions on writing, AI, and beyond at Web Summit, but she also beautifully represented how I hope every author shows up when they talk about their work: with confidence, passion, and a genuine care to make a difference in this world. Ale…
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When I first set out to grow my business a few years ago, I knew I had a knowledge gap. I needed to understand how to transition from a solopreneur, service-based business (ghostwriting and book coaching) into a business that could serve more people. Today, I have a small team and big plans to continue to serve our community, including my new Autho…
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132. Debt-free college, with Jeannie Burlowski
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I talk a lot on this podcast about location freedom. Financial wellness is part of the location independence equation, and if you’re a parent, your financial life may include paying for college. With two kids myself, I’m especially excited to welcome this week’s guest. Jeannie Burlowski is a past client and full-time academic strategist, podcast ho…
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I talk regularly about all the help I have in my life and work, and how outsourcing is how I “do it all” without really doing it all. That’s why I’m so excited this week to share all about how to outsource—specifically with a marketing virtual assistant (VA). In this week’s episode, I talk with guest Kirsten Graham about how to work with a trained …
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Disciplined habits are the cornerstone to my life. In this week’s solo episode, I explore how the mindset and habits I’ve honed and taught my clients and students for more than a decade lead to success. Specifically, I cover how to: Overcome obstacles to goal achievement, even if the challenges feel insurmountable Develop a mindset of self-belief, …
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If you’ve been part of my community for any length of time, you know that health and wellness are a massive part of my life. So when I met this week’s guest, Kisha Stewart, I knew I had to have her on the podcast. Kisha is a wife, mother of three, nurse, heart attack survivor, and a national advocate for heart health dedicated to improving the qual…
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I love hearing from you about topics you’re interested in. So in this week’s solo episode, I address a very interesting question from a listener: I do have a question that I’ve been thinking about when I see your posts and wondered how you approach your research for the books you write. I’m curious as to how research factors into the process for yo…
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