Mentoring and Coaching February 18 #DigiBlogChat

 

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February 11 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!

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 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

Growing Your Bluesky Network February 11 #DigiBlogChat

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February 11 Today’s #DigiBlogChat topic: Growing Your Bluesky Network~a Netiquette Update

Let’s talk about Growing Your Bluesky Network on our fifth #DigiBlogChat of 2025 and also our fifth chat entirely on BlueSky! The topic and questions are by @LazBlazter. Exciting times are ahead of us, with more and more interesting topics and guests!

January blew by us, and now we’re squarely in February. Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, February 11th 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 8pm UK time, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.

Questions

Q1. Bluesky emphasizes user control. How does this principle apply to interacting with others’ content, like reposting or quoting? #DigiBlogChat.

Q2. What unique netiquette considerations arise for content moderation and community standards given the decentralized @Bluesky.app model? #DigiBlogChat

Q3. How should Users approach participating in or creating custom feeds on Bluesky, given the potential for echo chambers and the importance of respectful discourse? #DigiBlogChat

Q4. Please share best practices for engaging in constructive conversations on @Bluesky.app, particularly for sensitive or controversial topics; how can users avoid contributing to negativity or harassment? #DigiBlogChat

Q5. @Bluesky.app allows for a high degree of customization. How does this influence user responsibility in creating a positive and inclusive environment, and what are the netiquette implications of using features like blocking or muting? #DigiBlogChat

But wait! There’s more–questions, that is. 

Q6. What are some of the unique features or functionalities that Bluesky offers to content creators and users? #DigiBlogChat 

Q7. What are the key strategies for building a following on Bluesky, considering its decentralized nature and focus on user control? #DigiBlogChat 

Q8. What role do “labels” and “moderation lists” play in shaping the Bluesky experience, and how can users leverage them? #DigiBlogChat 

Q9. How does Bluesky’s approach to data ownership and portability compare to that of centralized social media platforms? #DigiBlogChat 

Q10. What are some of the potential challenges or limitations that Bluesky might face in its mission to create a more open and user-centric social network? #DigiBlogChat 

Getting Things Done (David Allen’s Book) February 4 #DigiBlogChat

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#DigiBlogChat topic: Getting Things Done | Image by StockSnap from Pixabay

February 4 Today’s #DigiBlogChat topic: Getting Things Done (David Allen’s book) 

Let’s talk about Getting Things Done on our fourth #DigiBlogChat of 2025 and also our fourth chat entirely on BlueSky! Exciting times are ahead of us, with more and more interesting topics and guests! Here’s a YouTube video of David Allen speaking at TedX.

January is over now and we’re going full steam ahead into February. Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, February 4th 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 8pm UK time, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.

Questions

Q1. How is “Getting Things Done” really not about Getting Things Done? #digiblogchat

Q2. What is appropriate engagement? #digiblogchat

Q3. What core principles do you need to get things done? #digiblogchat

Q4. How difficult is it to keep nothing in your head about what you need to get done? #digiblogchat

Q5. How comfortable are you with paradoxes? #digiblogchat

Q6. How have you given yourself room to think? #digiblogchat

Q7. When are you free to be yourself creatively? Also, how free do you want to be? #digiblogchat

Q8. How sustainable is your work and lifestyle right now? #digiblogchat

Q9. Are you able to shift your focus quickly? How so? #digiblogchat

Q10. Have you built maps of all your projects and how to get them done? #digiblogchat

One Big Change January 28 #Digiblogchat

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One Big Change | Image by Alain Audet from Pixabay

One Big Change is our third #DigiBlogChat topic of 2025!

Let’s talk about how you made one big change on our third #DigiBlogChat of 2025 and also our third chat entirely on BlueSky! Exciting times are ahead of us and we hope you’ll stick with us!

January is an exciting time because there’s a lot of change–whether we want it or not. We all see a lot of it, don’t we? Tune into BlueSky on Tuesday, January 28th 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 8pm UK time, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.

Questions

Q1. What is the one big change you believe our society needs most right now, and what evidence might support this? #DigiBlogChat 

Q2. How can individuals come together to help achieve this change? #DigiBlogChat 

Q3. What role do governments play in facilitating this major societal change? #DigiBlogChat 

Q4. How can businesses and corporations support and drive major change? #DigiBlogChat 

Q5. Are there historical examples of similar big change  that we can learn from? #DigiBlogChat 

Q6. What are the main obstacles to achieving this change, can they be overcome? #DigiBlogChat 

Q7. How can technology and innovation help us reach this goal? #DigiBlogChat 

Q8. What are the risks that could derail making this change, and how can they be mitigated? #DigiBlogChat 

Q9. How would you measure progress towards achieving this change? #DigiBlogChat 

Q10. What role does public awareness and education play in achieving this change, and how can we raise it? #DigiBlogChat 

Favorite Christmas Movies December 10 #DigiBlogChat

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#Digiblogchat Topic for December 10th is Favorite Christmas Movies with Larry | Image by Nanne Tiggelman from Pixabay

Our #Digiblogchat Topic for December 10th is Favorite Christmas Movies with Larry aka  @LazBlazter

For our last chat of December, we’ll be talking about our favorite Christmas movies. There are some golden oldies in here, but also some newer movies, and maybe one that you might not consider to be very Christmassy.

Join us on Twitter 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 8pm UK time, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.

Questions

Q1. In “Home Alone,” where are the McCallisters going on vacation when they leave Kevin behind? #digiblogchat

Q2. Which is your must-watch movie every Christmas? #digiblogchat

Q3. In “Elf,” what is Buddy’s favorite food group? #digiblogchat

Q4. Who tries to steal Christmas in the classic Dr. Seuss story that was turned into multiple movies? #digiblogchat

Q5. What song does Lucy ask Schroeder to play on his piano in “A Charlie Brown Christmas”? #digiblogchat

It’s the halfway point–but wait! There’s more!

Q6. In “The Polar Express,” what word does the conductor punch into the main character’s ticket? #digiblogchat

Q7. In “The Santa Clause,” what does Scott Calvin mistakenly do that leads him to becoming Santa? #digiblogchat

Q8. In “Miracle on 34th Street,” what department store is central to the story? #digiblogchat

Q9. In “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” what is Clark Griswold’s plan to make this Christmas perfect? #digiblogchat

Q10. In “Die Hard,” what is the name of the building where the hostage situation takes place? #digiblogchat

Q11. What are your personal 3 favourite Christmas movies? #digiblogchat

Thanksgiving Happy Hour November 26 #DigiBlogChat

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Our #Digiblogchat Topic for November 26th is Thanksgiving Happy Hour with Loni of  @JorgensonLocker! | Image by Jill Wellington from Pixabay

For our last chat of November, we’ll be talking about our favorite Thanksgiving traditions. We realize that you may be from a country where Thanksgiving isn’t celebrated, but we’d still love to have you! Thanksgiving is about gratitude, which is hopefully a universal feeling.

Join us on Twitter 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 8pm UK time, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.

Questions:

Q1. What is your favorite thing about Thanksgiving? #Digiblogchat

Q2. Do you typically host or do you travel elsewhere? #Digiblogchat

Q3. How do you prep for Thanksgiving? Share your favorite tips! #Digiblogchat

Q4. What is your favorite part of the Thanksgiving meal? Share your favorite recipe! #Digiblogchat

Q5. What’s your least favorite part of the Thanksgiving meal? #Digiblogchat

Q6. Do you have a special kind of drink with your Thanksgiving meal? #Digiblogchat

Q7. Do you have a favorite tradition you do for Thanksgiving? #Digiblogchat

Q8. What’s your favorite thing to do on Thanksgiving once the meal is over? #Digiblogchat

Q9. Do you shop on Black Friday or wait for Cyber Monday? #Digiblogchat

Q10. What are you most thankful for this year? #Digiblogchat

Finding Inspiration! November 5 #DigiBlogChat

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November 5th #DigiBlogChat subject: Finding Inspiration! | Image by Kmeel.com from Pixabay

For our November 5th #Digiblogchat, we’re talking about how and where you’d find inspiration, with the topic and questions by @LazBlazter. Sometimes inspiration is nowhere to be found. You might have to keep your eyes open to find any–especially at the end of a long day, month, or year. 

Join us on Twitter 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!

NOTE NEW TIME: at 8pm BST, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PST.  This week, the clocks between Europe and the United States should be in sync. 

Questions

Q1. What’s a moment in your life when you felt most inspired? #digiblogchat

Q2. Who is the most inspiring person you’ve ever met? #digiblogchat

Q3. What kind of art (music, movies, literature) fuels your inspiration? #digiblogchat

Q4. When you need a boost, what’s your go-to source for inspiration? #digiblogchat

Q5. How do you deal with creative blocks or moments when you feel uninspired? #digiblogchat

Q6. What are some personal goals that drive you to stay inspired? #digiblogchat

Q7. Do you find inspiration in nature or in urban environments? #digiblogchat

Q8, What’s a quote or saying that never fails to inspire you? #digiblogchat

Q9. How do you inspire others around you? #digiblogchat

Q10. What do you believe is the key to maintaining a long-term sense of inspiration? #digiblogchat

Scary Financial Scenarios! with Jim Katzaman on #Digiblogchat 10/29

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Scary Financial Scenarios (and how to avoid them)! with Jim Katzaman | Image by SerenityArt from Pixabay

October 29 Scary Financial Scenarios (and how to avoid them)! with Jim Katzaman

For our October 29th #Digiblogchat, we’re talking about the scariest scenarios you could ever consider. No, they’re not scary clowns! And if you’re wondering, @JKatzaman can help with some suggestions on how to avoid these difficult and terrifying situations.

Join us on Twitter 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!

NOTE NEW TIME: at 8pm BST, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PDT.  This week, those in Europe will have a time change when their clocks will move back by an hour. 

Questions:

Q1 What are the potential dangers of investing in highly speculative assets, and how can they lead to financial ruin? #DigiBlogChat 

Q2. ​​What are effective strategies for building a diversified investment portfolio? #digiblogchat 

Q3 What are the risks of relying heavily on credit and accumulating large amounts of debt? #digiblogchat

Q4. How can budgeting and tracking expenses improve financial stability and savings? #digiblogchat 

Q5. What are the potential consequences of a government defaulting on its debt obligations? #digiblogchat

Q6. What are the key benefits of automating savings and investment contributions? #digiblogchat

Q7. How could a widespread cybersecurity breach compromise personal and financial information, leading to identity theft and financial loss? #digiblogchat 

Q8. What are the dangers of being unprepared for unexpected medical expenses or long-term care costs? #digiblogchat 

Q9. How might a real estate bubble burst impact homeowners and the broader economy? #digiblogchat

Q10. How can the collapse of a major financial institution trigger a broader economic crisis? #digiblogchat

BlueSky Features October 22 #DigiBlogChat

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Bluesky Features = Tuesday, October 22’s #DigiBlogChat Topic | Image Erik Karits from Pixabay

Bluesky Features is Tuesday, October 22nd’s  #digiblogchat topic!

We’ve been talking for awhile about alternatives to Twitter/X, so here is our first attempt at a foray into a different platform.

For our chat this week, we’ll discuss some features of Bluesky. None of us (that I know of) have spent much time there, so we’ll probably all be evenly matched in terms of experience.

Join us on Twitter 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!

NOTE NEW TIME: at 8pm BST, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PDT.

Questions

  1. What kind of introductory post have you made on Bluesky? #digiblogchat
  2. Have you filled out your account details on Bluesky yet? #digiblogchat
  3. What links to your other social media will you add to your profile? #digiblogchat
  4. What kind of discussions would you like to have on Bluesky? #digiblogchat
  5. Would you like to reply to comments? What kinds? #digiblogchat
  6. Who here is on Bluesky? Please share your user name so we can all follow you. #digiblogchat
  7. Did you know? You create lists on Bluesky, just like you can on Twitter/X. Have any yet? #digiblogchat
  8. What types of accounts do you like to follow? #digiblogchat
  9. Will you be posting more about personal or business on Bluesky? Why? #digiblogchat
  10. What would you like to know about Bluesky? #digiblogchat

SEO to GEO: Is AI Replacing Google? October 15 #DigiBlogChat

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SEO to GEO: Is AI Replacing Google? | Image by Hanna Vel from Pixabay 

SEO to GEO: Is AI Replacing Google? is Tuesday, October 15th’s  #digiblogchat topic!

Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) is picking up speed. Will you and I be able to keep up with all the changes? This week’s topic and questions are by @WarrenLNaida

For our chat this week, we’ll kick around a few questions about GEO, and you’ll possibly have more questions about both topics once we’re through! There’s a lot of ideas to get through and some of it can be confusing.

Join us on Twitter 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!

NOTE NEW TIME: at 8pm BST, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PDT.

Questions

Q1. How can AI be integrated into existing search engine algorithms to improve search results? #digiblogchat

Q2. How can content creators adapt their writing and formatting to ensure visibility in AI-driven search results? #digiblogchat
 
Q3. How can we ensure that AI-powered search engines are unbiased and fair? #digiblogchat
 
Q4. How will user data be collected, stored, and used to improve AI search capabilities? #digiblogchat
 
Q5. How will AI-powered search engines evolve to meet the changing needs of users? #digiblogchat
 
Q6. What are the potential benefits and drawbacks of a future where AI dominates online search? #digiblogchat
 
Q7. How will AI impact social media marketing strategies and tactics? #digiblogchat
 
Q8. How can AI help businesses measure and analyze the effectiveness of their social media campaigns? #digiblogchat
 
Q9. How can AI be used to optimize social media content for search engines? #digiblogchat
 
Q10. How can brands use AI to track and analyze the performance of their social media content in search engine rankings?#digiblogchat
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