Celia Soonets

Tell us a little bit about yourself, your hobbies and interests.

I'm a social psychologist with over 30 years of experience as an entrepreneur in the market research sector. After retiring from the day-to-day activities of my company in 2019, I decided to start a blog for entrepreneurs. This blog serves as a platform to share the experience, knowledge, and tools I gained from my entrepreneurial journey, with the aim of helping others in theirs. This endeavor eventually led me to write a book. I live in Punta Cana with my husband and our two beloved dogs, Muñeca and London. I am also a proud mother of three beautiful daughters and a grandmother to two amazing boys.

When and why did you start writing books?

While researching for one of my blog articles, I discovered that the subject of fears faced by entrepreneurs lacked a conceptual model. This realization inspired me to pursue further research, which ultimately resulted in my first book.

What made you decide to tackle writing as a career?

Through writing my blog, I discovered a passion for writing and found it to be an excellent way to connect with others in my sector.

Which one of your books or characters is your favourite?

I write non-fiction, so this question may not directly apply to my book. However, the main character in my book is undoubtedly the reader—the entrepreneur who is eager to learn, grow, and achieve greater success.

Which one of your books was the hardest to write and stretched you the most as a writer?

So far, I have written and published only one book. It has been a challenging yet wonderful adventure, filled with valuable learning experiences.

Who is your favourite author and book?

I enjoy reading both fiction and non-fiction, so this question is challenging to answer definitively as it depends on the genre. However, I can share that the books that have recently made it to my all-time favorites list are Carlos Ruiz Zafón's "The Cemetery of Forgotten Books" series—all four of them.

What book are you reading right now?

I'm finishing "In the Time of tye Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez, which is the monthly reading for my reading club here in Punta Cana.

Where do you get your inspiration for your books?

Interacting with entrepreneurs at various stages of their journeys and across diverse business sectors has opened my eyes to new struggles and the necessary mindsets required in the entrepreneurial process.

What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?

Besides reading, I love knitting, drawing and exercising.

Do you have any new books in the works?

Yes, definitely. My second book is currently in progress and will continue to explore various aspects of the psychology of entrepreneurship.