• Meet Susan Zimmer
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• Kaffeeklatsch w/ Susan Zimmer
• "Secret" Note from the Author

"I recently had the pleasure of attending the Alberta Women Entrepreneurs Business Blaster Conference in Edmonton where I heard Susan Zimmer tell her story of writing her I Love Coffee! book. Susan's message was inspirational as one listened and realized the struggles she'd gone through to bring her book to the market. The perseverance she demonstrated and dedication to her dreams demonstrates the passion entrepreneurs need to possess as the road can be extremely rocky on the path to success. I wish Susan nothing but the best for the future as she's certainly earned her success through old-fashioned hard work!" -MAUREEN McMURTRIE, Sr. Commercial Account Manager COMMUNITY SAVINGS & CREDIT UNION Red Deer, AB

"I have had the pleasure of getting to know Susan over the past couple of years and was initially referred to Susan from the Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE). I was a new author on the road to self-publishing and had the good fortune of meeting Susan. Susan is a published author and entrepreneur who has had many life experiences including now the successful publication, marketing, and distribution of her coffee books.

Susan is passionate about what she does and is inspirational to others. She is more than willing to go the extra mile to help others and has been there for me as a mentor to bounce ideas and questions off of as I navigate through the self-publishing world.

Susan is authentic and genuine in her interest in helping individuals achieve their dreams. She has the experience and wisdom to help others re-frame their challenges and see them in a new light. She knows what it takes to be successful and is generous in sharing her experience and expertise with others.

Despite many personal and professional challenges, Susan continues to be positive and motivated. She’s committed to inspiring others to reach their potential and I think she would be a great asset to any team. I feel she is qualified to provide support and give advice in regard to a broad spectrum of personal and professional issues. I am confident that she will continue to succeed in any future endeavors and surpass expectations." -LISA BJERKE, Director, AccentOnCanadianEnglish.com

“Susan shares her love and knowledge of coffee and her inspiring story of overcoming obstacles to reach her dreams and we savored Susan's passionate presentation. She served up her love and knowledge of coffee, brewed with her inspiring story of overcoming her obstacles to reach her dreams."

-JOANNE BLAKE & TERRY PITHERS Speakers & Trainers StyleForSuccess.com

“Sometimes we are faced with what we feel are major mountains to climb and that is how I felt holding my brand new book in my hands. I asked myself 'Now what. Where do I go from here?'

When I asked the Universe for help I also knew that the perfect person(s) would come into my life and one of these perfect “angels” was Susan Zimmer. Here was a lady who had conquered a ton of mountains with her coffee books and she knew exactly what I was feeling and needed and she guided me with zest, love and passion. As she offered me advise I filled pages with notes on who could help me, what I could do and what I should avoid. The experience and knowledge she poured out to me was priceless and timely. Thank you, Susan for your generous heart and soul! Blessings."

-IRENE MARTINA, Clairvoyant, Medium and Author, IreneMartina.com

"I recently had the pleasure of hearing Susan Zimmer speak at the AWE Business Blaster Conference in Edmonton on April 18, 2008.

What really impressed me about Susan was her authenticity and how genuine she was. It was very inspirational hearing her tell how not once but twice she hit rock bottom and overcame the odds. It’s common to read books about people like this but to actually see and hear someone speak of their past challenges and how they overcame them was awe-inspiring.

Susan is a gifted speaker who connects with her audience. It’s so wonderful to see someone who has started with nothing and been knocked down along the way overcome adversity to become a very successful business woman. One of my sons hockey coaches once told him and his team-mates, ‘show me a successful person and I’ll show you someone who has overcome adversity’. Susan Zimmer is the epitome of that statement.

I believe many of the women in the room at the Business Blaster could relate to Susan’s journey. Seeing and hearing her determination and unwillingness to give up was tremendous motivation for all of us! Susan’s speech helped reinforce my belief in myself and my abilities not just as a businesswoman but as a person. Thank you Susan!

Wishing you continued success!" -GLENDA POLAK, CapriceInGlenora.com

"Dear Susan - thank you sooooo much! The advertising you made for me looks AWESOME. I was blown away with your kindness of sharing your expertise for publishing and marketing.

As a leader I strongly promote caring and sharing with my team being kind to one another is so important to me. I love your kind spirit Susan. My professional background has been in training since I worked for Telus for twenty years and I trained 500 people a year. Believe me I will be telling this story and supporting your book. Once again Susan thank You for taking time out to help me. I so appreciate your kindness. Wishing you success!" -MAE PEARS, UNIT LEADER, EPICUREAN SELECTIONS

"My name is Kristin and I'm not sure you remember me, but I was working at a shop on Macleod Trail when you came in to buy a baby gift to send to Sammy Piccolo. Then you shared your I Love Coffee! book and told me about the World Barista Championships that Sammy Piccolo participated in. So I did end up going to Caffe Artigiano when I visited Vancouver in September last year - and (of course) - they have amazing coffee!!

Funny too today, as I was in the dentist chair I saw you on the TV (it was the breakfast show i think!). I noticed that you were going to be at the Dalhousie Chapters bookstore tonight (Thursday), so I was hoping to come & buy your new book.

Just wanted to say congratulations on all your success, best wishes for the future, and (as soon as my teeth are feeling better) I will definitely be going out to buy your newest book! :) Wishing you all the best - world without end." -KRISTIN MURAKI

"I saw your profile in the Calgary Herald in the business section. We spoke on the phone at great length before you came to promote you ‘I Love Coffee’ book at the Edmonton Old Strathcona Chapters Bookstore.

I wanted to say thanks because your positive attitude reinvigorated me at a point where I was starting to lose hope in my current situation and helped me to reconnect with my own determination. It meant a great deal to me to be connected with great women such as yourself, albeit briefly. I wish you the very best!" -JANET M. TULLY, EDMONTON AB

A Message From My Heart,
Along my journey to healing from breast cancer and after writing my book: Messages From the Heart: Learning to Love Cancer, I was introduced to Susan Zimmer, author of the I Love Coffee!

I thought to myself - 'this lady is so busy, her book is everywhere and I wonder how she does everything she does'? I received her contact information from a friend and called her to ask her some questions about book publishing and marketing. Susan was so obliged and willing to share information with me in regards to several aspects of publishing. She took time out from her very busy schedule to meet with me. What a beautiful lady!

Susan I feel so grateful to know you and to continue to build on our relationship as women and as friends. I look forward to taking the time from our busy schedules just to visit and to feel that beautiful essence of gratitude and love.
You are an inspiration Susan!
As always,
It's me - ANNABELLE BONDAR, LearningtoLoveCancer.com

Thanks for the keynote address on Friday and it certainly inspires me to see how much you have accomplished in a short period of time. Congratulations!"
-SCOTT WHITLOW, BeansandBoardrooms.com,
Edmonton AB