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Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 1h

You're welcome, Helen. Have a good rest of the weekend. #HealthXPh

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 3h

I'll miss #HealthXPh because I'm helping our Lions district with eyeglasses sorting, but will catch up after I get back.

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Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 22h

“I focused not on blaming or regretting the past. I identified what I like to do, what beyond ‘the job’ are my strengths and how I can help others.”

Fear and anxiety compound a social trek into the unknown

Doctors Struggle to Let Go as Caregivers

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 1d

Coming Monday: Google Maps has turned 20, and what started as a digital atlas has become a Swiss Army knife for daily life — a tool extending everywhere, on-road and off.
featuring @johnwlewis.com @lazblazter.bsky.social @carolstephen.bsky.social

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Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 1d

“I was the caregiver of my father in his last month of life. That was the time I decided to become a doctor."
jkatzaman.medium.com... #HealthXPh
featuring @bonedocph.bsky.social @helenvmadamba.bsky.social @stephaniemiaco.bsky.social

Attending to loved ones tests trust, humility and control

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Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 1d

“I know several people who are really tech savvy and pay attention to many things, yet they were scammed."
jimkatzaman.substack...
featuring @diymarketers.bsky.social

Stop Scams Before They Stop Business

Smart defenses keep companies safe from cybercriminals

Plan early, avoid debt traps and make higher education a family mission

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 1d

“The earlier you plan for college, the better. A 529 plan offers tax-free growth and withdrawals for education expenses."
medium.com/p/89ea332...
featuring @experian-us.bsky.social

College Costs Are Coming

Sizzle, Don't Fizzle: Spark Results With Less Spend

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 1d

“I’ve met some true experts, but too many pretend to be, just selling in general places.”
jimkatzaman.substack...
featuring @diymarketers.bsky.social

Budget-friendly ideas fuel summer momentum and long-term gains

Business People Seek Protection Against the Threat of Cyber Attacks

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 2d

“I haven’t been hacked yet, but it’s all luck."
medium.com/datadrive...
featuring @teodoraemapirciu.bsky.social @diymarketers.bsky.social

On a 1-to-10 scale, many owners are pinging from the danger

Set Financial Goals That Reflect Values

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 3d

Coming Friday: Small businesses are prime targets for online scams, from invoice fraud to phishing attacks. Scammers know owners juggle too much to spot every red flag.
featuring @diymarketers.bsky.social

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 3d

"The first step is learning, and the next step is action. Keep going."
jkatzaman.medium.com...
featuring @experian-us.bsky.social

Growing wealth helps long-held dreams come true

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Bankruptcy Setback Offers a Fresh Start

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 3d

“People should consider bankruptcy if they have a very large debt sum — especially high-interest debt."
jimkatzaman.substack...
featuring @lesliehtayne.bsky.social @experian-us.bsky.social

Knowing the basics helps turn financial stress into recovery

How to manage great teams — and yourself

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 3d

“I’ve been fired more times for innovation than anything else.”

Succeed by putting the right person in the right job

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 3d

About to go out the door, but I don't see anything in the #DigiBlogChat timeline more recent than three days ago.

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Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 3d

I'm on the road during #DigiBlogChat talking about colors, but color @johnwlewis.com, @lazblazter.bsky.social and @carolstephen.bsky.social surprised that the Google Maps article will pop up Monday.

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Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 4d

@badredheadmedia.bsky.social Thanks for the #MondayBlogs repost, Rachel.

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 4d

@d21p22.bsky.social Thanks for the #MondayBlogs repost, Doris.

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 4d

@dralexandriasz.bsky.social Thanks for yesterday's reposts, Alexandria.

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 4d

@janetnestor.bsky.social Thanks for the #MondayBlogs repost, Janet.

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 4d

“If you have points for a specific hotel chain or airline, now is the time to use them."
tealfeed.com/travel-... #MondayBlogs
featuring @experian-us.bsky.social

Plan for Travel Hoping for Fun While Being Ready for Anything

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 4d

“Book your travel with a credit card that offers insurance against delays and such."
medium.com/financial... #MondayBlogs
featuring @experian-us.bsky.social

Navigating in tough times takes good skills to spread happiness

Keep Unexpected Pet Costs in Check

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 5d

Coming Wednesday: Bankruptcy can feel overwhelming, but it’s not the end of the road. For many, it’s a chance to pause, reset and rebuild a healthier financial future.
featuring @lesliehtayne.bsky.social @experian-us.bsky.social

Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 5d

“Expenses depend on the pet. For dogs, you need to budget for the cost of food, possibly grooming and extras."
jimkatzaman.substack... #MondayBlogs
featuring @experian-us.bsky.social

Managing day-to-day care today protects wallets tomorrow

When 'Someday' Folders Take Over

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Jim Katzaman - Persevering Writer @jkatzaman.bsky.social · 5d

“I was keeping every file, graphic and doc, and then ultimately, I deleted them. Then I needed them.”
jimkatzaman.substack... #MondayBlogs
featuring @inspiretothrive.bsky.social @diymarketers.bsky.social

Creators struggle to part with old digital assets