SCOTTSDALE SOCIETY OF WOMEN WRITERS
Welcomes Darlene Ziebell, author, entrepreneur and business strategist
You need a Business Strategist too!
WHO: ALL Women Writers!
WHY: Mission: Scottsdale Society of Women Writers gives members access to events of interest, a format for exchanging ideas, an opportunity to network with other women writers/authors in camaraderie and support, and an alliance with professionals for writing, publishing, and marketing.
SPEAKER/AUTHOR: DARLENE ZIEBELL: In this empowering session, business strategist and author Darlene M. Ziebell pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to succeed as an author in today’s world. You will discover how to treat your book like a business, grow your audience, and avoid common marketing traps. Whether you are just starting out or looking to build a lasting platform, this talk delivers real-world strategies that work. Learn how to think like an entrepreneur – and profit like one.
Darlene M. Ziebell is a seasoned business strategist, author, and four-time entrepreneur. With over 30 years of experience, she has helped both start-ups and Fortune 1000 companies to grow to 7 and 8 figures. As a published author, she now mentors writers and business owners on how to run their careers like a business. She is enthusiastic about helping authors avoid costly mistakes and build lasting success. Her website is www.DarleneZiebell.com
RSVP/Pricing for Aug 24, 2025: www.brooksgoldmannpublishing.com See PR and pay here. We will not accept PAYMENT at the door. Please pay $25 on PayPal or Venmo. It is due on the Sunday before the meeting! Thank you for your understanding.
You may also go directly to PayPal.com and use my business email info@brooksgoldmannpublishing.com
NEW VENUE: The meeting is at the CHOMPIE’S at 9301 E. Shea Blvd., at the corner of 92nd St. and Shea, Scottsdale. This is our NEW location as of April.
GUESTS: If you have a GUEST, please text Patricia on 480-250-5556, or have your guest contact her directly. Guests may visit on two occasions, and then we ask them to join us as full-time members.
PRICING: Meeting cost is now $25.00: this covers the wonderful food and the spacious room. The menu will consist of sandwich and salad choices, fruit and/or veggie trays, a special dessert, and a variety of beverages. The food at this venue is fresh and good. I will be changing the menu each month to keep it interesting.
DUES: Dues are $50. For your membership, you will receive a copy of the directory, the quarterly newsletter, member support at all Scottsdale Society of Women Writers events, and other happenings with the group and the area’s writing community. Plus, a plethora of professional speakers appear throughout the year.
Contact Patricia L. Brooks, president/founder using her business email: info@brooksgoldmannpublishing.com for any questions. The membership form is available upon membership payment. You may scan, mail, or email to return.
CHECK-IN: Please check-in at the restaurant between 5:15 and 5:30 pm. This allows you to mingle, go through the buffet line and settle in for the meeting. Themeeting starts promptly at 6:00 pm AZ Time.Thank you.
Goals of the Group
- Value all the professional women writers sharing their ability.
- Honor all genres and all forms of professional writing.
- Attend monthly meetings to move the group and its members forward.
- Learn and share in the experiences of monthly professional speakers.
- Grow the group to a membership of active and contributing women.
- Encourage participation by members as mentors, and volunteers.
- Support and challenge each other to always be writing.
- Help members to stretch as writers and reach lofty personal goals.