The Monthly News Roundup for Award-Winning Advocate, Sight-Loss Coach, and Author Donna J. Jodhan for the Month of August 2024
Read about Donna’s external engagements
Major news items can be found here
It’s all about Donna’s major initiatives for this month plus a lot more
Here are just some of Donna’s highlights for August.
The Eye Retreat Camp
Donna completed her week long stint at the Eye Retreat camp on August 02.
From July 29 – August 02, Donna taught 2 one hour long courses each day to over 30 kids.
She taught advocacy 101 and entrepreneurship 101 to 2 different streams of kids; those preparing to enter college and those seeking employment.
Donna provided lectures along with giving the kids projects to work on.
On the final day of the camp the kids made presentations to the class.
Donna’s interview to the Life Styles magazine
On August 21 Donna gave a 50 minutes long interview via Zoom to a Life Styles writer.
She was asked many questions and the interview touched on several aspects of Donna’s life.
Her personal and professional lives, her aspirations, her missions, and much more.
Donna’s interview will be published some time in the fall.
You can start by taking a tour of Donna’s personal diary by visiting
www.donnajodhan.blogspot.com
Donna posts 3 times weekly and her posts gives you great insights into her daily life, challenges, and perspectives as a blind/vision impaired person.
Blogs posted for this month
To the www.sterlingcreations.ca/blog page
The struggle with apps
The challenges with advisory committees – give them more influence!
The Challenges with Advisory Committees – We Need to Give Them More Influence
The elderly abuse syndrome
How will History judge John Rafferty now retired CEO of the CNIB –time to be fair and square
You can also view previous selections here.
Donna has also posted other articles of interest on her
www.sterlingcreations.com/blog page
for this month.
News round up for July 2024
Hottest tips from the Sterling Creations Business Desk
A Must Read – August’s monthly tips from the Sterling Creations team
A review of the London England tube system
https://sterlingcreations.com/blog/a-revie
https://sterlingcreations.com/blog/a-bit-of-this-and-a-bit-of-that-from-donnas-did-you-know-diary-see-what-donna-learned-for-this-monthA bit of this and a bit of that from Donna’s latest did you know diary
Catch up with Donna’s expert page at
and for this month
Read Donna’s author’s tip for this month
And catch up with previous author’s tips
Read Donna J. Jodhan’s articles on ask the coach for this month
Ask sight loss Coach Donna J. Jodhan –
How to save fresh herbs, best way to store dried herbs, how freezer packs can work for sore knees
Read Donna J. Jodhan’s tips and hints for catching up with the coach for this month
Cleaning Artificial Flowers, unclogging Ball Point Pins, cleaning brass
See an archive of all of her product reviews at
https://www.toptechtidbits.com/news.html
Listen and catch up with Donna’s podcasts
Week 1 – ask the blogger
(on bullying;
Bullying in the workplace
Tips on entrepreneurship;
How to start a cleaning business
Scams and scammers;
Home renovators offer their services
Donna’s thought for today;
Customs agents opening boxes?
Ask the Blogger –
https://youtu.be/E
Week 2 – ask the coach.
From Donna’s did you know monthly diary – a bit of this and a bit of that
Questions to the coach –
Freda would like to get some advantages for using a carry on versus a suitcase.
Kiera is looking for tips on travel essentials.
Nina wants to know what she should put in her purse when flying rather than her carry on.
Ask The Sight Loss Coach –
https://youtu.be/fo9gVjE_px
Week 3 – ask the home maker.
21 Cupboard Essentials for a Diabetes Diet
Ask the Homemaker –
Week 4 – book and product reviews.
A product review
Topic = Microwave Rice & pasta Cooker
A book review
Topic = Damaged
by Lisa Scottalini
Ask the business reviewer
Topic = 10 tips to promote your bakery
Ask the Reviewer –
“ask Donna”( )
Ask Donna YouTube Playlist: https://donnajodhan.com/askdonna
“dining with donna”
( )
week 1 – Broccoli Soup
Week 2 – Camp fire stew
Week 3 – chili pie
Week 4 – Sunday night soup
Dining With Donna YouTube Playlist: https://www.donnajodhan.com/dwd
Your mental stretch with donna
Stretchers, motivators, and activators.
YouTube Playlist: Mental Stretch
https://donnajodhan.com/mentalstretch
Ask the business reviewer:
10 tips on promoting your bakery august 2024
YouTube Playlist: Ask the Business Reviewer –
Ask an expert:
10 tips for learning Excel
YouTube Playlist: Ask an Expert –
And now for Donna’s latest podcasts – her Blindly brilliant page on ETSE where Donna’s pottery creations are now available.
YouTube playlist: Blindly Brilliant – Etsy:
Read more about Donna’s ETSY mission:
Welcome to the Blindly Brilliant Monthly Podcast, hosted by Donna J. Jodhan – a visionary blind potter, advocate, and entrepreneur. Each month, Donna invites you into her world of creativity, resilience, and inspiration through her Etsy store, Blindly Brilliant.
In these captivating audio messages, Donna shares more than just updates on her latest pottery creations. She offers a unique blend of product showcases, personal insights, and motivational messages that transcend the typical shopping experience. As a blind potter since 2015, Donna’s journey is a testament to the power of imagination and determination.
Listen in as Donna:
1. Introduces her latest handcrafted ceramic pieces, from vibrant blue and white plates to expertly crafted bowls.
2. Shares her mission to prove that anything is “better than possible” when you put your mind to it.
3. Offers inspiration on breaking through barriers and thinking outside the box.
4. Encourages listeners to tap into their own creativity and potential.
5. Provides affordable, beautiful options to enrich your home and dining experiences.
6. Demonstrates how blindness can be a source of unique perspective and innovation in art and business.
Whether you’re a pottery enthusiast, someone seeking inspiration, or just curious about the intersection of art and accessibility, Donna’s monthly podcasts offer something special. Her warm, engaging style invites listeners to not just shop, but to become part of a community that celebrates creativity without limits.
Tune in monthly to explore the Blindly Brilliant collection, gain insights into the creative process of a blind artist, and be inspired to see the world through a different lens. Let Donna show you how to turn dreams into reality and how to use your own talents to motivate and encourage others.
Visit Etsy.com/shop/BlindlyBrilliant to browse Donna’s creations, and don’t forget to listen to her latest podcast for exclusive insights and inspiration. Join Donna on this remarkable journey where creativity knows no bounds, and every piece tells a story of resilience and imagination.
Now you can listen to donna’s other buffet of podcasts as follows:
Ask An Expert: August 2024
https://sites.libsyn.com/538282/ask-an-expert-august-2024
Ask The Business Reviewer: August 2024
https://sites.libsyn.com/538282/ask-the-business-reviewer-august-2024
Blindly Brilliant Podcast: August 2024 (A)
https://sites.libsyn.com/538282/blindly-brilliant-podcast-august-2024-a
Blindly Brilliant Podcast: August 2024 (B)
https://sites.libsyn.com/538282/blindly-brilliant-podcast-august-2024-b
Air Canada’s Accessibility Advisory Group Prepares for Second Face-to-Face Meeting with Renowned Advocate Donna J. Jodhan
https://at-newswire.com/press_release/air-canada-donna-jodhan-second-meeting-2024/ <https://at-newswire.com/press_release/air-canada-donna-jodhan-second-meeting-2024/>
08/08/2024: Remarkable World Commentary Episode #5: The Arrive Can App Catastrophe | Donna J. Jodhan | August 2024
Libsyn:
https://sites.libsyn.com/538282/remarkable-world-commentary-episode-5-the-arrive-can-app-catastrophe
YouTube:
08/08/2024: Remarkable World Commentary Episode #6: The Problem With QR Codes | Donna J. Jodhan | August 2024
Libsyn:
https://sites.libsyn.com/538282/remarkable-world-commentary-episode-6-the-problem-with-qr-codes
YouTube:
Other links:
Libsyn:
https://sites.libsyn.com/521708/site
The Libsyn RSS feed link is here:
https://feeds.libsyn.com/521708/rss
For Spotify:
https://feeds.libsyn.com/521708/spotify
Finally!
Donna has resumed posting to the Access to Information News weekly online newsletter
Sponsored by Mindvault Solutions!
The Challenges With Advisory Committees – An Acceptable Balance Is Badly Missing
The Elderly Abuse Syndrome – We Must Take Steps To Save Our Precious Seniors
How Will History Judge John Rafferty, CNIB’s Now Retired CEO? – Time To Be Fair And Square Canada
The Pending Demise of Applevis – Let’s Work Together To Save An Important Landmark!
To learn more about Donna as an award winning sight loss coach and advocate plus more visit www.donnajodhan.com
That’s it for this month.
Don’t forget to drop me an email at donnajodhan@gmail.com
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