The new look for 2026
Welcome to our new look monthly tips where we are pleased to share a plethora of tricks and tips that are relevant to such things as technology, travel, managing your daily life, and much more.
So just come aboard, sit back, take a deep breath, and enjoy!
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Table of contents –
1. From our 10 tips on technology series
2. From the pages of Donna’s travel diary
3. A bit of this and a bit of that from Donna’s did you know diary
4. From the scam watchers
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From our 10 tips on technology series
Hello everyone:
Welcome to my 10 tip series where each month I’ll be sharing 10 tips on various pieces of technology.
This would include tips on popular screen readers, office software, and browsers.
If you have any suggestions on what you would like me to share then by all means! Write to me at donnajodhan@sterlingcreations.ca.
For this month:
10 tips on How to use TikTok
Sure! Here are 10 useful tips to help you use TikTok more effectively, whether you’re just having fun or trying to grow an audience:
1. Know Your Niche
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Focus on a topic or style you enjoy and stick to it. This helps TikTok’s algorithm understand your content and recommend it to the right audience.
2. Hook Viewers in the First 3 Seconds
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Use a strong opening to grab attention. Ask a question, show something visually surprising, or start with a bold statement.
3. Use Trending Sounds and Hashtags
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Browse the Discover and For You pages to find what’s trending. Using popular audio and hashtags can increase your chances of going viral.
4. Post Consistently
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Aim for 1–3 posts per day if you’re growing a channel. Consistency helps keep your account active in the algorithm.
5. Keep Videos Short and Engaging
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Videos around 15–30 seconds often perform well. Cut out unnecessary parts and get straight to the point.
6. Engage With Comments and Other Creators
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Respond to comments on your videos, and leave comments on others’ content. Collaboration and community boost engagement.
7. Use Captions and On-Screen Text
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Many people watch without sound. Use text to reinforce your message or call to action (e.g., “Follow for more!”).
8. Optimize Your Profile
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Have a clear profile picture, catchy bio, and links (if eligible). Your profile is like your homepage—make it inviting.
9. Experiment With Features
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Try Duets, Stitches, filters, and effects. TikTok rewards users who use new and varied tools.
10. Analyze Your Insights
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If you switch to a Pro or Business account, you can track which videos perform best. Use that data to improve future content.
To contact me please send an email to donnajodhan@sterlingcreations.ca
I’m Donna J. Jodhan (sight loss coach and accessibility advisor)
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Important tips from the travel table
From the pages of Donna’s diary
An accessible boat tour
In my humble opinion, an accessible boat tour is one that I will be able to enjoy from start to finish.
And this is exactly what I experienced on my River Boat cruises in 2023 and 2024.
In 2023 on the Danube and in 2024 on the Rhine.
Boats were easy to navigate; from climbing the ramp to finding my seat on board the boat.
Staff were extremely helpful and accommodating.
Descriptions of sites and highlights along the way were absolutely clear and super.
Navigating amongst the tables was never a problem.
Staff were very good when it came to rendering assistance at the ramp to get on and off the boat.
I’m Donna J. Jodhan enjoying my travels.
On your next trip you could enrich your down time with some of my audio mysteries. Take them with you wherever you go!
In the car, on the plane, on the bus or train, at the beach, anywhere!
And now you can listen to Donna’s weekly podcasts!
Ask donna – a plethora of tips from a sight loss coach along with book and product reviews!
Dining with donna – recipes and time saving tips for the kitchen!
Your mental stretch with Donna – how to recharge, renew, and get going! Save yourself from those dramas, traumas, and stress!
Visit www.donnajodhan.com/youtube
and subscribe for free
Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and at author_jodhan
And like me on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan
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A bit of this and a bit of that from Donna’s did you know diary
Award winning sight loss coach, author and advocate
February 2026
You can contact me via email at donnajodhan@gmail.com
Practical and natural!
Welcome to my Donna’s did you know diary for this month and pleased to share the following with you.
Here’s what I learned for this month.
1) About shingles?
1 in every three persons can contract this very painful disorder.
It does not discriminate and attacks every part of your body.
2) About the area under your eyes?
They are the most tender part of your body.
They are one of the first parts of your facial area to reveal aging.
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3)About honey before bedtime?
If you are having trouble sleeping, just dissolve about a teaspoon of honey in some water and then drink slowly.
3) A baking tip!
It is better to bake at 325 degrees rather than at 350 degrees.
325 degrees gives you a better bake so to speak.
4) About sharpening a knife?
Use a stone to do this.
Move the stone up and down the blade of the knife in one direction a few times.
Then repeat the process in the other direction.
5) About the colour red!
This is the colour that runs the most when doing laundry!
6) A general rule of thumb for providing ice at a function!
If the function is supposed to last for about 3 hours,
Then 1 pound of ice per person is a good rule of thumb to follow.
7) About laundry detergent and fabric softener?
Do not mix them together when filling your washer with water.
The detergent belongs in the washer’s tub
And the fabric softener belongs in the container or receptacle of your washer designated for this.
8) Something important about your kettle:
Always make sure that the water level in your kettle is at the correct level
or else if it is too low the coils in your kettle can easily burn out.
9) About a hand shake?
If someone deliberately closes their hand when you go to shake their hand,
It means that they do not wish to shake your hand.
10) Here’s what you do when taking your blood pressure!
Relax and remain very still!
For any activity such as walking before taking it
Or even laughing can affect the result
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From the scam watchers
Donna J. Jodhan is a world renowned advocate, author, blogger, sight loss coach, dinner mystery writer and producer, entrepreneur, law graduate, and podcast commentator.
Donna has been in the business since 2000 and her many roles have allowed her to recognize that there is a growing need for consumers and clients to be made aware of some of the most dangerous and popular scams.
Donna herself has been unwittingly scammed over the years a few times and now she is using her skills, experience, knowledge, and expertise to help others avoid pitfalls and heartache.
And as a vision impaired professional and person she is ready to help you stay ahead!
Donna knows only too well how much we all need to work overtime to protect the most vulnerable from those unscrupulous scammers!
Please read her latest suite of scams and she would love to hear from you with your own feedback.
In February, there are a few scams that tend to spike due to seasonal trends and key events. Here are the three most common scams to watch out for:
1. Valentine’s Day Romance Scams
Why it peaks in February: Valentine’s Day (Feb 14) increases online dating activity.
How it works:
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Scammers create fake profiles on dating sites/apps.
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They build trust, then request money for emergencies, travel, or gifts.
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Victims often wire money or send gift cards.
Red flags:
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Fast declarations of love.
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Reluctance to meet in person or video chat.
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Stories involving financial need or overseas emergencies.
2. Tax Scams (IRS Impersonation)
Why it peaks in February: U.S. tax season begins in late January, and scams ramp up in February.
How it works:
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Scammers pose as the IRS via phone, email, or text.
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They claim you owe back taxes or there’s an issue with your return.
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Pressure to pay immediately via gift card, wire, or crypto.
Red flags:
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Threats of arrest or deportation.
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Demands for payment over the phone.
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Emails with suspicious links or attachments.
3. Fake Online Store & Delivery Scams
Why it peaks in February: Many people buy Valentine’s gifts online; fraudsters set up fake websites.
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Contact info:
Visit our websites at www.sterlingcreations.ca
www.donnajodhan.com
www.sterlingcreations.com
Email us at info@sterlingcreations.ca
Or call us at 416 491-7711