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Earth Day April 22 #DigiBlogChat

April 17, 2025 By Carol Stephen Leave a Comment

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April 22’s #DigiBlogChat topic: All about Earth Day!

Let’s talk about Earth Day on our next #DigiBlogChat of 2025 on BlueSky! Earth Day has been around since 1970, and we need Earth Day more than ever now. Global warming is accelerating, but what can we do about it? Let’s chat about this. Maybe we’ll get some ideas from each other.

Exciting times are ahead of us, with more and more interesting topics! Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, April 22nd to hear about this topic!

Join us on BlueSky each Tuesday from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time for #DigiBlogChat. My partner for these chats is @LazBlazter. If you need to know how to participate, click here: How to Join #DigiBlogChat. P.S. Don’t forget to add the #DigiBlogChat hashtag!

NEW TIME: 8pm UK time, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PDT.

Questions:

Q1. What does Earth Day mean to you personally? Do you celebrate it? #DigiBlogChat

Q2. What do you think you as an individual can do to make the biggest difference for the planet? #DigiBlogChat

Q3. Could you share some eco-friendly ideas you’ve adopted around your home? #DigiBlogChat

Q4. How has Earth Day changed over the years since its beginnings in 1970? #DIgiBlogChat

Q5. What environmental issue is the most important to you? #DigiBlogChat

Q6. If you could implement one environmental change, what would it be and why? #DigiBlogChat

Q7. What is your pledge for #EarthDay? How can you contribute to saving the planet? #DigiBlogChat

Q8. What can communities do to promote sustainability? #DigiBlogChat

Q9. What is your hope for the future of our planet? #DigiBlogChat

Q10. If you could spend Earth Day anywhere in the world, where would that be and why? #DigiBlogChat

How to Get the Most from Meetings April 15 #DigiBlogChat

April 13, 2025 By Carol Stephen Leave a Comment

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April 15 Today’s #DigiBlogChat topic: How to Get the Most out of Meetings

Let’s talk about optimizing your experience with meetings on our next #DigiBlogChat of 2025 on BlueSky! Times have changed over the past few years, and the changes seem to be gaining speed. They’re coming at us faster and faster so that many of us can barely keep up. Maybe meetings, and the reasons to have meetings, have changed, too? Let’s chat about this.

Today’s chat topic and questions were worked up by @DandyRandy.bsky.social!

Exciting times are ahead of us, with more and more interesting topics! Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, April 15th to hear about this topic!

NEW TIME: 8pm UK time, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PDT.

Questions:

Q1. How can you get the most out of meetings that you facilitate? #DigiBlogChat

Q2. How can you get the most out of meetings you attend? #DigiBlogChat

Q3. What makes a meeting a waste of time? #DigiBlogChat

Q4. Most have attended meetings where good ideas were shared but nothing was done. How can actions be added? #DigiBlogChat

Q5. What is key to a successful meeting that includes remote attendees? #DigiBlogChat

Even more questions about meetings

Q6. How long should a meeting (not a seminar or training) last? #DigiBlogChat

Q7. What are good reasons to opt out of a meeting? #DigiBlogChat

Q8. When is a meeting the wrong format for sharing information? #DigiBlogChat

Q9. What is Parkinsons Law and how can it affect meetings? #DigiBlogChat

Q10. Are meetings still effective or are they outdated? #DigiBlogChat

Filed Under: Digiblogchat questions Tagged With: #DigiBlogChat #Meetings

Darwin Awards April 8 #DigiBlogChat

April 2, 2025 By Carol Stephen Leave a Comment

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Join us Tuesday, April 8, for #DigiBlogChat topic: The Darwin Awards!

Have you seen silly or stupid people doing stupid things lately? Then it’s time to explore the Darwin Awards! We’ll be talking about the Darwin Awards, why they’re culturally important, and what lessons can be learned, if any.

Exciting times are ahead of us, with more and more interesting topics! Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, April 8th to hear about this topic!

NEW TIME: 8pm UK time, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.

Questions

Q1. In your own words, what are the Darwin Awards? #DigiBlogChat

Q2. How do the Darwin Awards reflect what is important to us as a culture? #DigiBlogChat

Q3. Has social media influenced the spread of Darwin Award-worthy events? How so? #DigiBlogChat

Q4. What lessons can people take away from the Darwin Awards? #DigiBlogChat

Q5. Will there ever be a time when there are no awards for reckless behavior? Why or why not? #DigiBlogChat

Even more Darwin Award questions!

Q6. Is there a person (you don’t have to name them) that you’d like to nominate for a Darwin Award? And why? #DigiBlogChat

Q7. Should the Darwin Awards be modified to include people who survive their own reckless behavior? Why or why not? #DigiBlogChat

Q8. Is it immoral or unethical to share the stories of those who have died due to their own behavior? #DigiBlogChat

Q9. If you could create a fictional Darwin Award, what would that look like? #DigiBlogChat

Q10. Just as some awards reward recklessness, is there a story of survival that inspires you? #DigiBlogChat

Filed Under: Digiblogchat questions Tagged With: Darwin Awards, DigiBlogChat

Big Data, Transparency, and Data Collection April 1 #DigiBlogChat

March 28, 2025 By Carol Stephen Leave a Comment

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Join us Tuesday, April 1, for #DigiBlogChat topic: Big Data Companies, Transparency, and Data Collection

Privacy has been on our minds recently, with data breaches, unauthorized sharing, and some sites choosing opt out rather than opt in for data sharing. So how do you know who’s sharing your data? Or do you just assume that everyone is unless they say they’re not? And how do you protect yourself?

Exciting times are ahead of us, with more and more interesting topics! Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, April 1st to hear about this topic!

NEW TIME: 8pm UK time, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.

Questions

Q1. How honest do you think Big Data companies are about the data they collect from you? #DigiBlogChat

Q2. What is one way that companies can make their policies more clear to their users? #DigiBlogChat

Q3. Have you ever adjusted your privacy settings on Big Data Companies such as Amazon, Facebook, or Google? How so? #DigiBlogChat

Q4. How effective are laws like GDPR (Europe) or CCPA (California) in increasing transparency? #DigiBlogChat

Q5. Should users have more control over how their own data is shared? #DigiBlogChat

Q6. Last week, 23andMe announced their bankruptcy. How would you feel if 23andMe used your data to develop new pharmaceuticals? #DigiBlogChat

Q7. What’s your best tip about protecting your personal privacy online? #DigiBlogChat

Q8. What could Big Data companies do to be more transparent with the data they have, use, and share? #DigiBlogChat

Q9. Have you ever been surprised at the amount of data that a company has on you? #DigiBlogChat

Q10. What do you think about targeted ads based on your offline conversations? #DigiBlogChat

Filed Under: Digiblogchat questions Tagged With: #BigData #DigiBlogChat #Transparency

The Gartner Hype Cycle Defined and Managing Expectations! March 25 #DigiBlogChat

March 20, 2025 By Carol Stephen Leave a Comment

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Join us on Tuesday 25 March, for #DigiBlogChat topic: The Gartner Hype Cycle, what is it and how do you manage expectations? with topic and questions by @lazblazter.bsky.social

First, what is the Gartner Hype Cycle? “Gartner Hype Cycles provide a graphic representation of the maturity and adoption of technologies and applications, and how they are potentially relevant to solving real business problems and exploiting new opportunities. Gartner Hype Cycle methodology gives you a view of how a technology or application will evolve over time, providing a sound source of insight to manage its deployment within the context of your specific business goals.”

Exciting times are ahead of us, with more and more interesting topics! The year is zooming by. Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, March 25th to hear about this topic!

NEW TIME: at 7pm UK time, 8pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.

Here are the Questions

Q1. What are the five phases of Gartner’s Hype Cycle, and what characterizes each phase? #DigiBlogChat

Q2. How does the Hype Cycle relate to technology adoption and market maturity? #DigiBlogChat

Q3. What are the limitations of the Hype Cycle as a predictive tool? #DigiBlogChat

Q4. What factors influence the peak of inflated expectations?#DigiBlogChat

Q5. What are the key indicators that a technology is entering the “trough of disillusionment”? #DigiBlogChat

Q6. Why is managing expectations crucial during the Hype Cycle? #DigiBlogChat

Q7. How can organizations effectively manage expectations during the “peak of inflated expectations”? #DigiBlogChat

Q8. How can you differentiate between genuine potential and inflated hype? #DigiBlogChat

Q9. How can organizations leverage the “slope of enlightenment” to their advantage? #DigiBlogChat

Q10. How do you balance innovation with realistic expectations?#DigiBlogChat

Filed Under: Digiblogchat questions Tagged With: DigiBlogChat, Gartner's Hype Cycle

Fedica’s new features and Bluesky March 18 #DigiBlogChat

March 13, 2025 By Carol Stephen Leave a Comment

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March 18 Today’s #DigiBlogChat topic: Samir Al-Battan on Fedica’s new features and Bluesky

Let’s talk about Fedica’s new features and Bluesky on our next #DigiBlogChat of 2025 on BlueSky! The topic and questions were planned by Samir Al-Battan of Fedica, with an assist from Jon (also from Fedica). We’re all interested in the data behind the numbers, how to attract people, and how to have more visibility on social media. Want to know how to leverage some of Fedica’s tools so you can drive engagement?

Exciting times are ahead of us, with more and more interesting topics! The year is zooming by. Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, March 18th to hear about this topic!

NEW TIME: at 7pm UK time, 8pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.

Questions

Q1. What scheduling tactics have you found most effective for boosting your visibility on Bluesky? #DigiBlogChat

Q2. How do you leverage analytics tools to pinpoint topics that drive engagement? #DigiBlogChat

Q3. What do you look for to adjust your content strategy and expand your reach on Bluesky? #DigiBlogChat

Q4. How do you maintain consistency across different social platforms? #DigiBlogChat

Q5. What role do hashtags and keywords play in your growth strategy on Bluesky, and how do you optimize them? #DigiBlogChat

Q6. How do you analyze your audience to tailor your content and boost engagement, and which tools assist you in this process? #DigiBlogChat

Q7. In what ways do you find topics your followers like most that spark more engagement on your Bluesky posts? #DigiBlogChat

Q8. How do you balance creative content with strategy when planning your posts? #DigiBlogChat

Q9. For those using platforms like Fedica or other tools, which advanced scheduling features have proven indispensable for managing your content? #DigiBlogChat

Q10. If you’re yet to adopt a comprehensive scheduling and analytics solution, what challenges have you encountered in growing your Bluesky presence? #DigiBlogChat

Filed Under: Digiblogchat questions Tagged With: DigiBlogChat, Fedica, Fedica new features

Marketing for Small Business March 11 #DigiBlogChat

March 6, 2025 By Carol Stephen Leave a Comment

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March 11 Today’s #DigiBlogChat topic: Marketing for Small Business

Let’s talk about Marketing for Small Business on our next #DigiBlogChat of 2025 on BlueSky! The topic and questions were planned by @maricarjagger.bsky.social. We’ve chatted about marketing for all kinds of businesses before, but things are always changing. We all get stuck with marketing of one type or another, don’t we? Sometimes we have to sell an idea or discuss what’s on our resume, with many small businesses needing to sell their wares every day. Are there ways to make marketing any easier?

Exciting times are ahead of us, with more and more interesting topics! The year is zooming by. Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, March 11th to hear about this topic!

NEW TIME: at 7pm UK time, 8pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.

Questions

Q1. What percentage of your operation do you spend on marketing? #DigiBlogChat

Q2. On what platforms do you currently promote your business? #DigiBlogChat

Q3. How much time do you spend on online platforms? #DigiBlogChat

Q4. What strategies have you found most effective in attracting new customers to your small business? #DigiBlogChat

Q5. What unconventional approach have you taken to attract your target customers? #DigiBlogChat

Q6. How do you reward your best customers? #DigiBlogchat

Q7. What flexibility do you have in spending your marketing budget? #DigiBlogChat

Q8. How do you leverage the reviews of your super fans? #DigiBlogChat

Q9. What is your favorite promotional channel and does your favorite generate the most income? #DigiBlogChat

Q10. Tell us about a challenge you’ve faced and successfully overcome. What happened? #DigiBlogChat

Filed Under: Digiblogchat questions Tagged With: DigiBlogChat, marketing, small business

Defining Success through Failure March 4 #DigiBlogChat

March 3, 2025 By Carol Stephen Leave a Comment

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March 4 Today’s #DigiBlogChat topic: Defining Success through Failure

Let’s talk about Defining Success through Failure on our next #DigiBlogChat of 2025 on BlueSky! We’ve chatted about success–and failure–before, and let’s revisit it! After all, we can’t eliminate failure from our lives entirely, can we? So why not reframe what failure and success means instead? Many companies push their employees to embrace failure by having lofty goals. Is that something we can do with intention?

Exciting times are ahead of us, with more and more interesting topics! The year is zooming by. Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, March 4th to hear about this topic!

NEW TIME: at 8pm UK time, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.

Questions

Q1. How has a past failure helped you redefine what success means to you? #DigiBlogChat

Q2. Think back to a time when a failure led to an unexpected opportunity. What happened? #DigiBlogChat

Q3. How are failures necessary so that you can achieve success? #DigiBlogChat

Q4. How do you measure success? Do you measure failures the same way? #DigiBlogChat

Q5. How does your resilience in the face of failure help you? #DigiBlogChat

Q6. How has failing at something changed your perspective on your own strengths? #DigiBlogChat

Q7. What lessons can failure teach you that success never could? #DigiBlogChat

Q8. Some companies push their employees to fail. What do you think of this policy? #DigiBlogChat

Q9. How do you handle failure when you’re an ambitious person? #DigiBlogChat

Q10. Would you say that risk-taking goes hand-in-hand with accepting failure? #DigiBlogChat

Filed Under: Digiblogchat questions Tagged With: #DigiBlogChat Success Failure

Leadership in the Digital Age February 25 #DigiBlogChat

February 24, 2025 By Carol Stephen Leave a Comment

Leadership in the Digital Age February 25 #DigiBlogChat | Questions by Dandy Randy

February 25 Today’s #DigiBlogChat topic: Leadership in the Digital Age

Let’s talk about Leadership in the Digital Age on our next #DigiBlogChat of 2025 on BlueSky! Times have changed over the past few years, and the changes seem to be gaining speed. They’re coming at us faster and faster so that many of us can barely keep up. So it stands to reason that leadership has changed, too.

Today’s chat topic and questions were worked up by @DandyRandy.bsky.social!

Exciting times are ahead of us, with more and more interesting topics! The year is zooming by. Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, February 25th to hear about this topic!

NEW TIME: at 8pm UK time, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.

Questions

Q1. What does digital leadership mean to you? #DigiBlogChat

Q2. What digital skills are essential for leadership today? #DigiBlogChat

Q3. How flexible do leaders need to be in the digital age? #DigiBlogChat

Q4. How can remote teams be managed successfully? #DigiBlogChat

Q5. What issues can impact leadership of remote workers? #DigiBlogChat

But wait–there’s more!

Q6. There are so many ways to communicate digitally. How can a leader get everyone on the same page? #DigiBlogChat

Q7. Before a leader introduces new digital technology what should they do? #DigiBlogChat

Q8. What can leadership do to create a mindset of embracing new technology? #DigiBlogChat

Q9. How do you inspire action when not face-to-face? #DigiBlogChat

Q10. How do you educate and develop people to be the best they can be in the digital age? #DigiBlogChat

Filed Under: Digiblogchat questions Tagged With: #DigiBlogChat #Leadership

Mentoring and Coaching February 18 #DigiBlogChat

February 13, 2025 By Carol Stephen Leave a Comment

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February 18 Today’s #DigiBlogChat topic: Mentoring and Coaching

Let’s talk about Mentoring and Coaching on our next #DigiBlogChat of 2025 on BlueSky! At one time or another, we’ve all needed a mentor or a coach. Maybe you had a soccer or swim coach in high school or college. And maybe you used a mentor during your work years. If those years are behind you, have you considered getting a mentor or coach now?

Exciting times are ahead of us, with more and more interesting topics! The year is zooming by. Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, February 18th to hear about this topic!

NEW TIME: at 8pm UK time, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.

Questions

Q1. What are the key differences between mentoring and coaching and when would you use one or the other? #digiblogchat

Q2. Please share an experience when mentoring or coaching made a significant impact on your life. #digiblogchat

Q3. What qualities would make someone an effective coach? A mentor? #digiblogchat

Q4. How would you as a coach build trust with someone you mentored? #digiblogchat

Q5. What challenges do mentors/coaches face and how best to overcome them? #digiblogchat

But wait! There’s more questions about mentoring and coaching!

Q6. How would you measure success in a mentor/coach relationship? Is it all emotional? #digiblogchat

Q7. How can organizations create cultures where mentoring/coaching can thrive? #digiblogchat

Q8. How can mentors and coaches customize their approaches to their clients? #digiblogchat

Q9. What role does feedback play in mentoring or coaching? #digiblogchat

Q10. What role does AI and technology play in the future of mentoring and coaching? #digiblogchat

Filed Under: Digiblogchat questions Tagged With: coaching, DigiBlogChat, mentoring

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