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The Ethics of Data Mining May 20 #DigiBlogChat

May 15, 2025 By Leave a Comment

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Join us on Tuesday May 20, for #DigiBlogChat topic: The Ethics of Data Mining! 

Although data mining might have negative connotations for many of us, there are also positive ways to use data mining. For example, scientists can predict with some certainty, which flu variants might hit next, and develop vaccines. On the flip side, data mining could extendda to corporations using our personal data to predict our behavior and deny coverage. For a discussion about this and perhaps other side topics, join us!

Exciting times are ahead of us, with more and more interesting topics! The year is zooming by. Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, 20 May 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: at 7pm UK time, 8pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.

Here are the Questions

Q1. How can scientists use data mining to predict disease outbreaks, and is there an ethical way to do so? #DigiBlogChat 

Q2. Have you ever been personally surprised at Netflix’s recommendations for you? #DigiBlogChat

Q3. How should data from students be used to predict behavioral challenges? #DigiBlogChat

Q4. In what ways can banks use data to enhance their security? #DigiBlogChat

Q5. Is there anything unethical about meteorologists using data mining to predict the weather? #DigiBlogChat

Q6. What do you think about companies using your personal data without your permission? #DigiBlogChat

Q7. When could law enforcement agencies use data mining to discriminate? #DigiBlogChat

Q8. How could marketers use data mining to exploit a person’s weaknesses? #DigiBlogChat

Q9. At what point does a government overstep its boundaries when using data to predict future behavior? #DigiBlogChat

Q10. How much do you worry that companies can use data mining from wearable devices to deny insurance coverage? #DigiBlogChat

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Maintaining Focus in an Unfocused World May 13 #DigiBlogChat

May 9, 2025 By Leave a Comment

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Join us on Tuesday May 13, for #DigiBlogChat topic: Maintaining Focus in an Unfocused World! 

Does everything seem to be going faster and faster, with barely any time for yourself? Are events stacking up on top of each other before you get a chance to digest their import? That’s certainly the case for a few of us! Staying focused has become more and more difficult. For a discussion about this and perhaps other side topics, join us!

Exciting times are ahead of us, with more and more interesting topics! The year is zooming by. Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, 13 May 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: at 7pm UK time, 8pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.

Here are the Questions

Q1. How important is your health to you and what habits help you stay focused on it consistently? #DigiBlogChat 

Q2. How often do you lean into your strengths in your everyday life, and how does it impact your success? #DigiBlogChat 

Q3. If bad habits were blocking your path to wealth, how would sharpening your focus help turn things around financially? #DigiBlogChat

Q4. In what ways does procrastination sabotage goal-setting and how do you personally combat it? #DigiBlogChat

Q5. Which business goals do you find the most difficult to stick with, and what makes them so challenging? #DigiBlogChat

Q6. Do vision boards or visual reminders really help you stay focused on what matters most?  Why or why not? #DigiBlogChat

Q7. How has learning to delegate helped you (or someone you know) grow and achieve more? #DigiBlogChat 

Q8. What role does consistency play in achieving long-term goals? #DigiBlogChat 

Q9. What’s one way we in this chat could support each other in staying focused on a bold, audacious goal? #DigiBlogChat 

Q10. What’s one simple thing you could do today to boost your focus and make progress? #DigiBlogChat 

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Intelligent Customers, What Are They? May 6 #DigiBlogChat

May 5, 2025 By Leave a Comment

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Join us on Tuesday 6 May, for #DigiBlogChat topic: Intelligent Customers, What Are They? with topic and questions by @lazblazter.bsky.social

Maybe your first question is not “Intelligent Customers, What Are They?” But Intelligent Customers, Where Are They? At least that was my first question. As a business owner, who are your customers and how many of them would you label as intelligent? Are they all intelligent, with some needing a bit more education? Or are some never going to understand your own expectations? For a discussion about this and perhaps other side topics, join us!

Exciting times are ahead of us, with more and more interesting topics! The year is zooming by. Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, 6 May 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: at 7pm UK time, 8pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.

Here are the Questions

Q1. Defining the Term: How would you define an “intelligent customer?” #DigiBlogChat

Q2. What factors, e.g. technology, access to information, social media, do you think have contributed most to the rise of the so-called “intelligent customer?” #DigiBlogChat

Q3. What are the core expectations that intelligent customers typically have from businesses regarding products, services, transparency, and communication? #DigiBlogChat

Q4. How has the way customers research products, compare options, and make purchasing decisions changed as they’ve become more “intelligent?” #DigiBlogChat

Q5. Challenges for Business: What are the biggest challenges businesses face when trying to meet the demands and expectations of intelligent customers?

Looking for more intelligent questions?

Q6. What opportunities do knowledgeable customers present for businesses (e.g. feedback, co-creation, advocacy etc.)? #DigiBlogChat

Q7. How should companies adapt their marketing, sales, and customer service strategies to effectively engage and retain intelligent customers? #DigiBlogChat

Q8. What other factors like ethics, sustainability, brand values, personalization are important to intelligent customers? #DigiBlogChat

Q9. How do you predict the concept and behaviour of the “intelligent customer” will evolve over the next 5-10 years accounting for AI and emerging technologies? #DigiBlogChat

Q10. Is “intelligent customer” the most accurate or helpful term? Would “empowered,” “informed,” or “connected” customer be a better description, and why? #DigiBlogChat

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Digital Privacy Clean-Up April 29 #DigiBlogChat

April 26, 2025 By Leave a Comment
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April 29th #DigiBlogChat topic: Digital Privacy Clean-up!

Have you ever had a private conversation with someone who mentioned a product and then, a short time later, that same product appeared as an ad on your social media? Recently this happened to me. My friend jokingly mentioned some little signs that display a warning about cat barf. Guess who got ads about those signs soon aftern? Me! So silly, so annoying, and so terrifying all at once. That led me to do my own digital privacy clean-up. Have you ever done a digital clean-up? Then you might like to join our chat!

Exciting times are ahead of us, with more and more interesting topics! Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, April 29th 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’s the oldest account you’ve ever deleted? #DigiBlogChat

Q2. Ever searched for yourself and found the wrong information? #DigiBlogChat 

Q3. What’s your go-to privacy clean-up routine? #DigiBlogChat 

Q4. How many apps have access to your private info right now? #DigiBlogChat 

Q5. Would you pay for a service that kept your data safe online? #DigiBlogChat 

Q6. Of the major social media platforms, which has the worst privacy record? #DigiBlogChat 

Q7. Have you ever looked back at things that you shared and found something cringe-worthy? #DigiBlogChat 

Q8. How do you handle old chats and messages? #DigiBlogChat

Q9. What tools do you use for digital decluttering? #DigiBlogChat 

Q10. Will kids today regret what they’re posting in the future? Will they regret what you’ve posted about them? #DigiBlogChat

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Earth Day April 22 #DigiBlogChat

April 17, 2025 By 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

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How to Get the Most from Meetings April 15 #DigiBlogChat

April 13, 2025 By 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!

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. 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
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Darwin Awards April 8 #DigiBlogChat

April 2, 2025 By Leave a Comment

 

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!

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 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

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

March 28, 2025 By 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!

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 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

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

March 20, 2025 By 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!

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: 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 

 

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Fedica’s new features and Bluesky March 18 #DigiBlogChat

March 13, 2025 By 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!

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: 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

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