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Thinking of buying one of those "magic" dongles that promise global internet access without VPN fees? In this episode, Charly breaks down what a Decentralized Private Network (DPN) really is and why it might be too good to be true.
📌 You’ll learn:
✅ What a DPN is and how it compares to a VPN
✅ Why these devices can pose serious security and privacy risks
✅ How your bandwidth, data, and legal liability could be affected
✅ The hidden dangers of letting unknown users access your network
🛡️ These dongles create peer-to-peer networks that might let anyone use your internet connection—raising concerns about hacking, bandwidth theft, and legal responsibility for others' actions online.
🔗 Charly’s advice: Think carefully before trading a few bucks in VPN fees for potential security nightmares.
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Life is busy and there's just so many things to remember. What tools do you use to help you keep on top of ALL the things?
It's easy to react or respond quickly to messages and the like. It's better to do that mindfully. That's why I try to Practice The Pause.
Struggling to get your site listed on Bing? You're not alone — and there's a fix. In this episode, Charly walks you step-by-step through using Bing Webmaster Tools to submit your site, verify ownership, and boost visibility.
📌 You'll learn:
✅ How to set up a Bing Webmaster Tools account and verify your domain
✅ Why submitting an XML sitemap is critical for search indexing
✅ How to create and manage a sitemap using WordPress plugins like SmartCrawl Pro
✅ What “not enough inbound links” means — and what you can do about it
🛡️ Charly also shares pro tips for avoiding junk pages in your sitemap and optimizing what gets indexed, so only the most valuable parts of your site make it into Bing search.
🔗 Tools mentioned:
SmartCrawl Pro: https://wpmudev.com/project/smartcrawl-seo/
(Charly receives a commission for purchases made from this link)
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Come and join me in playing the Gratitude Game.
Share in the comments below, one thing EACH DAY, that you're grateful for.
It can be as simple as "I'm grateful for being able to move my body" or "I'm grateful to have food to eat".
The idea is to remind ourselves, that no matter how difficult business (or life) gets, we have something to look forward to. I'll start
I'm grateful to have people around me who support me.
Ever felt burned by a “new customer” deal that leaves loyal users behind? In this episode, Charly unpacks her reaction to a Xero ad offering deep discounts and gift cards to newcomers — while long-time users continue paying full price.
📌 Inside this episode:
✅ Why loyalty pricing matters to small businesses
✅ The risk of alienating long-term customers
✅ Real talk on rising SaaS costs vs. value received
✅ A reminder to treat your own clients with care — they notice
🛡️ Charly shares her pricing philosophy: steady rates for loyal customers unless forced by external costs — a strategy that keeps trust high and churn low.
How do you feel about paying full price while others get sign-up perks? Join the discussion and rethink how you nurture your client relationships.
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