Due Diligence for SMEs | Image by Tung Lam from Pixabay

On Tuesday, August 18th our topic is Due Diligence for the Small to Medium Enterprise (SME) – featuring Mark Bernstein from Diligentsia – https://diligentsia.co.uk/ on Bluesky at 12:00 Noon Pacific Time. We chat about technical and business topics from time to time on #DigiBlogChat.

Q1. Let’s start simple — what actually IS “SME transaction diligence”? #DigiBlogChat 

Q2. Why should a team running an early stage business about this now, rather than when a deal actually turns up? #DigiBlogChat

Q3. What’s the worst that can realistically happen if you just try to wing it? #DigiBlogChat 

Q4. Give us a concrete example of a small “oversight” that’s blown up a deal. #DigiBlogChat 

Q5.  What are the main “flavours” of diligence a founder should know about? #DigiBlogChat 

Q6. How is AI actually changing this process — is it hype, or is it real? #DigiBlogChat

Q7. Does AI mean diligence gets easier, or does it actually raise the bar? #DigiBlogChat 

Q8. What should a founder actually DO to get “diligence ready” — practically speaking? #DigiBlogChat 

Q9. Any myths about diligence you’d like to bust for this audience? #DigiBlogChat

Q10. If a founder takes away just ONE thing from this conversation, what should it be? #DigiBlogChat 

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Creating a Writing Habit | Image by Petra from Pixabay

On Tuesday, August 11th our topic is Creating a Writing Habit on Bluesky at 12:00 Noon Pacific Time. We chat about writing (and blogging) from time to time on #DigiBlogChat.

Q1. How could documenting small moments in your life help your writing habit’s progress? #DigiBlogChat 

Q2. How could an everyday object spur you to write? #DigiBlogChat 

Q3. Is writing more painful or painless to you and why? #DigiBlogChat 

Q4. How does stream-of-consciousness writing help clear your head of ideas? #DigiBlogChat 

Q5. Do you ever judge your own writing? Does that help or hinder your writing? #DigiBlogChat 

Q6. Could you write about your worst life experience? Why or why not? #DigiBlogChat 

Q7. How would writing about your best life experience be easier than writing about your worst? #DigiBlogChat 

Q8. How does anger or joy create an atmosphere for you to write? #DigiBlogChat 

Q9. What does every good writer need to remember? Why? #DigiBlogChat 

Q10. How does your curiosity create a positive writing atmosphere? #DigiBlogChat 

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Why Gratitude Matters | Image by No-longer-here from Pixabay

On Tuesday, August 4th our topic is Why Gratitude Matters on Bluesky at 12:00 Noon Pacific Time. This topic has been popular throughout the years that #DigiBlogChat has been around.

Q1. Do you express gratitude daily? Do tell! #DigiBlogChat 

Q2. Is there someone whom you’ve been meaning to thank? #DigiBlogChat 

Q3. When was the last time you wrote a thank you card? #DigiBlogChat

Q4. Have you ever expressed gratitude to yourself? How so? #DigiBlogChat 

Q5. Have you ever kept a gratitude journal? How did that work out? #DigiBlogChat

Q6. How has expressing gratitude changed your life? #DigiBlogChat 

Q7. Who is the most grateful person in your life? #DigiBlogChat 

Q8. Do you have any prompts for writing about gratitude that you’d like to share? #DigiBlogChat 

Q9. What are you grateful for that others might take for granted? #DigiBlogChat 

Q10. How does gratitude cause you to move to action? #DigiBlogChat 

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Phone Photo Improvement | Image by Pascal Beckmann from Pixabay

On Tuesday, July 28 our topic is Phone Photo Improvement on Bluesky at 12:00 Noon Pacific Time. This topic and questions are by Beth @beththephotog.bsky.social.

Q1. How can you make your phone photos pop? #DigiBlogChat

Q2. What are composition rules and why do photographers use them? #DigiBlogChat

Q3. Is simple better? Show us an example of a simple photo you took on your phone. #DigiBlogChat

Q4. Backgrounds – no one likes trees, wires or buildings growing out of their heads! Do you pay attention to what is going on behind your subject? Why or why not? #DigiBlogChat

Q5. What is your why when taking a photo? #DigiBlogChat

Q6. On vacation, do you plan the must-have photos or do you just wing it? Why? #DigiBlogChat

Q7. Do you have any accessories for your phone so you can get that shot? #DigiBlogChat

Q8. When should you use your phone’s flash? #DigiBlogChat

Q9. What is HDR and when do you use it? #DigiBlogChat

Q10. What is your favorite phone photo? POST IT and TELL US about it! #DigiBlogChat

BONUS: How do you make sure your subject is in sharp focus? #DigiBlogChat 

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Retirement Planning

Q1. What does retirement mean for you personally? #DigiBlogChat 

Q2. If you have a retirement plan, what’s in it? #DigiBlogChat 

Q3. If you’re already retired, what advice can you share? #DigiBlogChat 

Q4. When you retire, will you work part time? Why or why not? #DigiBlogChat

Q5. Have you thought about volunteering when you retire? #DigiBlogChat

Q6. Where will you live when you retire? Why? #DigiBlogChat

Q7. How does travel figure into your retirement plan? #DigiBlogChat

Q8. What activities or hobbies will you engage in to stay connected? #DigiBlogChat

Q9. What concerns or challenges do you have about retirement? #DigiBlogChat

Q10. How will you stay physically active when you retire? #DigiBlogChat

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Identity Threat Detection and Response | Image by Cliff Hang from Pixabay

On Tuesday, July 14 our topic is Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) on Bluesky at 12:00 Noon Pacific Time. This topic and questions are by @LazBlazter.

Articles about identity threat have become more prevalent these days, but how do you protect yourself? Can we only respond after the fact, or is it possible to do anything ahead of time? Hear what others think on our chat. Or come visit for the side conversations about the scalding hot weather. Come visit this topic with us!

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!

NOTE THE TIME: 8pm UK, 9pm W Europe, 3pm ET, Noon PDT

Questions

Q1: Demystifying the Term

Welcome to #DigiBlogChat! To kick things off: How do you define Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) in simple terms, and why has it become a top priority for organizations recently? #DigiBlogChat 

Q2: The Evolution of the Perimeter

We often hear that “identity is the new security perimeter.” Do you agree? How does managing the threat surface change when we focus on credentials instead of traditional network walls? #DigiBlogChat

Q3: Spotting the Early Warning Signs

What are some of the most common “early warning signals” or anomalies that indicate an identity has been compromised? (e.g., impossible travel, unexpected privilege shifts) #DigiBlogChat

Q4: The Rise of Non-Human Identities (NHIs)

Recent data shows that Non-Human Identities (like AI agents, API keys, and service accounts) are massive security blind spots. How do you detect threats against identities that don’t belong to actual people? #DigiBlogChat

Q5: Fighting Fire with Fire: AI in ITDR

Adversaries are using automated tools and AI to scale identity theft. How can organizations leverage AI to proactively detect, triage, and stop identity-based attacks before they spread? #DigiBlogChat

Q6: Balancing Security with User Friction

Nobody likes an authentication prompt that interrupts their flow. How do security teams implement responsive ITDR controls without completely frustrating the end-user experience? #DigiBlogChat

Q7: The Critical “R” (Response & Operational Recovery)

Detection is only half the battle. If a core identity system (like Active Directory or an IdP) is compromised, what does a robust, tested “Identity Recovery” plan look like? #DigiBlogChat

Q8: Human Error vs. Sophisticated Attacks

Are traditional phishing/social engineering tactics still the biggest threat to identities, or are you seeing a shift toward more technical exploits like session hijacking and token theft? #DigiBlogChat

Q9: Mitigating Blast Radius

“Zero Standing Privilege” (eliminating constant admin access) is a trending defense strategy. How does minimizing privilege directly impact a team’s ability to respond to an identity breach? #DigiBlogChat

Q10: The Future of Trust

Looking ahead over the next couple of years, what major shift or technology do you think will completely redefine how we verify, manage, and protect digital identities? #DigiBlogChat

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Digital Storytelling | Image by Jacqueline Witkam from Pixabay

On Tuesday, July 7 our topic is Digital Storytelling! on Bluesky at 12:00 Noon Pacific Time.

Are you the kind of person who gets pulled into a post if there’s a good story? Storytelling seems to be more important than ever, with all the competition for posts vying for our attention. Hear what others think on our chat. Or come visit for the side conversations about the scalding hot weather. Come visit this topic with us!

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!

NOTE THE TIME: 8pm UK, 9pm W Europe, 3pm ET, Noon PDT

Questions

Q1. How does storytelling help shape us as humans? #DigiBlogChat 

Q2. How does storytelling help determine the direction of your business? #DigiBlogChat   

Q3. Have you ever used all five senses when telling a story (sight, sound, smell, etc.)? #DigiBlogChat  

Q4. What do you think of stories that were clearly written using AI? #DigiBlogChat 

Q5. Is there a way for you to incorporate storytelling into your business? #DigiBlogChat  

Q6. Do you consider storytelling to be a critical business skill? Why or why not? #DigiBlogChat 

Q7. How does storytelling fit into your brand in the digital age? #DigiBlogChat  

Q8. What story about your family needs to be told? #DigiBlogChat  

Q9. Is there a story about your business that you could repurpose to be more emotional? How? #DigiBlogChat  

Q10. Whose storytelling skills do you admire (business or personal)? #DigiBlogChat 

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Summer Reading | Image by Jill Wellington from Pixabay

On Tuesday, June 30 our topic is Summer Reading! on Bluesky at 12:00 Noon Pacific Time. The topic and questions are by Maricar Jagger.

Have you been reading less lately? How about during the summer? And when you do choose a book, has it taken longer than ever to pick? Maybe you’d like some suggestions from others on this chat. Or just some ideas that might not have occurred to you. Come visit this topic with us!

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!

NOTE THE TIME: 8pm UK, 9pm W Europe, 3pm ET, Noon PDT

Questions

Q1. How much do you read over the summer? #DigiBlogChat

Q2. What kinds of books do you most enjoy reading? #DigiBlogChat

Q3. Do you read a different kind of book in the summer? #DigiBlogChat

Q4. Why is summer reading important? #DigiBlogChat

Q5. Do you read something more or less challenging in the summer? #DigiBlogChat

Q6. Do you take a book (or several) on holiday? #DigiBlogChat

Q7. Do you read books that are set where you go on holiday? #DigiBlogChat

Q8. Do you prefer physical books or e-books? #DigiBlogChat

Q9. What e-book sources can you recommend? #DigiBlogChat

Q10. Can you recommend any good books you’ve read for the summer? #DigiBlogChat 

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Beyond the Buy Button | Image by Adrian from Pixabay

On Tuesday, June 23 our topic is Beyond the Buy Button! on Bluesky at 12:00 Noon Pacific Time.

We’re all shopping online more than ever, aren’t we?  But how do you choose where to shop? And have your expectations of customer service online and in person changed recently? Some of our shopping choices are dictated by current events, and some by what’s available. Come visit this topic with us!

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!

NOTE THE TIME: 8pm UK, 9pm W Europe, 3pm ET, Noon PDT

Questions

Q1. How often do you shop online and has this changed recently? #DigiBlogChat 

Q2. How are your expectations of an online shopping experience different from an in-person experience? #DigiBlogChat 

Q3. What do you think about an online shop continually asking you to rate your experience? #DigiBlogChat 

Q4. Are you more or less loyal to an online shop than you’d be to a local vendor? #DigiBlogChat 

Q5.What reaction do you think a real shopper might give to someone at the till saying “can I ask you to complete a survey?” #DigiBlogChat 

Q6. What was a good example of customer service and where did you receive that service? (If you’d like to share.) #DigiBlogChat 

Q7. Without naming names, tell us briefly about a negative customer service experience. #DigiBlogChat 

Q8. Would you offer honest feedback to a company who was getting it WRONG or leave them to work out the algorithm when silence is the feedback? #DigiBlogChat

Q9. When would you willingly give up your email address in exchange for a discount code? #DigiBlogChat 

Q10. If you had to give up online shopping today, how would that affect you? #DigiBlogChat

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Data Visualization: Charts, Graphs, and Maps–oh my! | Image by Alexa from Pixabay

On Tuesday, June 16 our topic is Data Visualization: Charts, Graphs, and Maps–oh my! on Bluesky at 12:00 Noon Pacific Time.

Do you love infographics as much as I do? There are probably a thousand ways to represent data, and we’ll touch on just a few. Which ones are the best? Does it depend upon how your brain works? We’re used to certain types of data visualizations, such as spreadsheets. But maybe there’s another way. Or three. What you choose to pay attention to can determine how and how much you learn.

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!

NOTE THE TIME: 8pm UK, 9pm W Europe, 3pm ET, Noon PDT

Questions

Q1. How does the story you want to hear influence the chart or graph you choose to see? #DigiBlogChat 

Q2. When creating an infographic, how can you find out what your audience might find useful? #DigiBlogChat

Q3. Are there any misleading scales or aggregations you need to avoid when viewing an infographic? #DigiBlogChat 

Q4. How would a map creator balance interactivity (filters, zooms, etc.) and prevent overwhelming their audience? #DigiBlogChat

Q5. How does a color palette influence the interest you might have in a a chart or graph? #DigiBlogChat

Q6. What kinds of creative infographics have you seen lately? #DigiBlogChat

Q7. What makes you immediately stop looking at a map or chart? #DigiBlogChat 

Q8. How does an infographic become more trustworthy? #DigiBlogChat 

Q9. Has a chart, graph, or map ever revealed something surprising to you? What was it? #DigiBlogChat 

Q10. Have you ever used data visualization to discover your audience? Did you know that Fedica does this? #DigiBlogChat 

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