Finally Seen

How to Reinvent Yourself After 50 with Liz Faublas-Wallace

Chrissy Bernal Season 1 Episode 17

In this week’s episode of the Finally Seen podcast, join us for an empowering conversation with award-winning writer and producer Liz Faublas-Wallace. She shares her journey from the high-profile newsrooms of New York to founding Million Dollar Pen Ink, a company built to amplify bold voices through storytelling.

Liz opens up about stepping away from the spotlight, overcoming imposter syndrome, and creating a second act grounded in purpose and connection. She reminds us that self-love fuels reinvention, collaboration is stronger than competition, and every woman has a story worth sharing.

We’ll explore what it means to own your narrative, trust the timing of your next chapter, and build a brand that fully reflects your worth.


In This Episode:

  • Liz shares her journey from high-profile newsrooms to leaving behind corporate life in search of fulfillment
  • Discover how Liz founded her publishing company to amplify bold voices and why it’s *never too late* to start something new
  • With honest reflections on motherhood, supportive relationships, and finding your dream job later in life, this conversation is packed with wisdom for women over 50 (and anyone craving a fresh start!)
  • Liz urges women everywhere, no matter their background, to share their stories. Ordinary or extraordinary… every story has the power to uplift others
  • Learn how mentorship, networking, and supporting other women can change lives, and why personal branding matters now more than ever
  • Real-life examples, including book marketing strategies and building platforms as authors/speakers


This episode is sponsored by:

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Bio:

Liz Faublas-Wallace is an Emmy-nominated, award-winning Haitian-American anchor and reporter and a television producer with 20-years of experience behind the scenes, in front of the camera, and on the radio. She graduated from St. John’s University and immediately embarked on a prolific career in broadcast covering the stock market, global economies, faith-based news and international stories. Her experience as a powerhouse in the newsroom and a veteran in corporate offices makes her a leading motivational speaker with a message everyone needs to hear.

Plot twist: this seasoned journalist and bestselling author transforms into one of the funniest, most relatable comics every single time she hits the stage! She says what women are thinking and gives men an inside view into the mind of a "mature" woman. Liz Faublas-Wallace is also a fiery, hilarious host whose laid-back, friendly, and dynamic style makes her the ultimate crowd pleaser. No need to tether her to a traditional mic, wire, and mic-stand. She is at her best when she can interact with a crowd up close (in keeping all required COVID protocols, of course)! Liz is no diva you tell her what you need and the consummate professional customizes content to compliment your event, not overpower it.

Talk about multifaceted! Liz is also an award-winning producer and host. Her original show “The Other 99 T.Y.M.E.S: Count Your Blessings”, earned two 2019 Telly Awards and four 2019 Communicator Awards. Liz received the New York Association of Black Journalists Award in 2008 and 2010. She is also the founder of the literary company Million$Pen, Ink. The company has published multiple Amazon #1 bestsellers, including her own children’s book series, “You Have a Superpower”.

Polished, entertaining, professional, and an all-around nice person to work with. Liz Faublas-Wallace checks all the boxes!


Website: https://www.lizfaublas.com/


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