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  1. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    #supportlocalbusiness #shopsmallbusiness #familybusiness #smallbusinesssupport #businesstips #businessopportunity
  2. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Every time you click “forgot password”…
    that’s a warning sign.

    It usually means:
    • No system
    • No ownership
    • No recovery plan

    That’s exactly what scammers rely on.

    A proper local setup removes this chaos completely.

    Simple > clever. Always.

    #business #smallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #businessowner #smallbusinessowner #localbusiness
  3. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    #shopsmallbusiness #familybusiness #smallbusinesssupport #businesstips #businessopportunity #businessowners
  4. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Quick reality check for local businesses 👇

    If your setup relies on more than 3 international tools… (Usually US)
    you’re not in control — you’re renting your business.

    Most people don’t realise how exposed they are until something breaks.

    I help businesses in Glen Eira + Port Phillip simplify, localise, and actually own their tech.

    Want a quick audit? DM me “CHECK”.

    #business #smallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #businessowner #smallbusinessowner #localbusiness
  5. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    # Democracy by the people, for the people — not politics as usual
    ---
    ## The Problem We Can't Ignore

    Australian democracy faces a crisis of legitimacy. Trust in politicians sits at historic lows. Permanent campaigning rewards short-term thinking. Major parties remain captured by vested interests. And everyday Australians—the people who live with the consequences—are sidelined from decisions about their future.

    #politics #auspol #teals #communityindependents #teal #minorparty
  6. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    The "Teal" and Community Independents movement proved that Australians hunger for something better: integrity, evidence-based policy, genuine independence, and community voice. But electing independent representatives is only the first step.

    **What if we could go further?**

    --- more

    I wrote this a couple of months ago. But I am starting to share it more publicly - so I thought I should post about it here and publish it around the place - style

    craiglambie.com/2026/02/03/del

    #posse
  7. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    #supportsmallbusiness #businessowner #smallbusinessowner #localbusiness #supportlocalbusiness #shopsmallbusiness
  8. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    This month, I’m helping 3 local businesses in Glen Eira and Port Phillip go "Sovereign." We’ll audit your tech stack, reduce your international data exposure, and move you toward tools you actually own. If you’re ready to go local and go people, DM me "LOCAL" and let’s grab a coffee.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  9. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    #business #smallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #businessowner #smallbusinessowner #localbusiness
  10. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    There’s a myth that "Big Tech" is more secure because they are big. In reality, their complexity is their weakness. Open-source tools are transparent—thousands of eyes can see the code, meaning vulnerabilities are found and fixed by the community, not hidden by a corporate PR department. Simple, local, and secure.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  11. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    #craiglambie42 #craiglambie #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification
  12. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Digital sovereignty isn't just about software; it’s about the physical tools we use. Why buy a "disposable" laptop from a global chain when you can source, repair, and upgrade locally?

    Reducing the "international upgrade cycle" is better for your wallet and the planet. Let’s keep our hardware running longer with local expertise.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  13. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    So annoying when you walk 10 minutes to a coffee shop to find it is actually closed. Doesn't look like it even opened today. Poor form

    #google #googlemaps #googlebusinessprofile #hours #closedsign #frustrated
  14. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  15. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    People often ask why I’m so vocal about the Fediverse and decentralized social media. It’s simple: I believe the "town square" shouldn't be owned by a single global corporation. In Glen Eira and Port Phillip, we value our local community hubs—our digital hubs should be no different. No algorithms, no tracking, just people.

    #opensourcetechguy #craiglambie42 #craiglambie #opensource #bigtech #subscription
  16. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    This past weekend I participated in the Dept of for .

    That means I was randomly selected to representat my community and be the voice of reason giving advice to the department on their development plans.

    It was super fun actually. Loved being a part of the and a .

    #planning #crg #elsternwick #community #citizen
  17. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Convenience vs Tracking and surveillance - a question I am grappling with.

    #craiglambie #business #smallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #businessowner #smallbusinessowner
  18. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Saturday morning tech tip: Take 5 minutes to check your "Location History" in your primary mobile account. You’ll likely find a minute-by-minute map of your life stored on a server in another country. Switching to local, privacy-first maps and tools isn't just for "techies"—it’s for anyone who values their digital boundaries.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  19. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Smaller means less likely to be targeted by hackers. Also advice on how to be more secure.
    Your local Tech guy opensource.craiglambie.com

    #smallbusinessowner #localbusiness #supportlocalbusiness #shopsmallbusiness #familybusiness #smallbusinesssupport
  20. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Imagine a business where you aren't worried about the next data breach from a global provider or a sudden price hike. That’s the peace of mind that comes with digital sovereignty. It’s not just tech; it’s business insurance for the modern age.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  21. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    #smallbusinessowner #localbusiness #supportlocalbusiness #shopsmallbusiness #familybusiness #smallbusinesssupport
  22. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Every dollar spent on international tech subscriptions is a dollar that leaves our local economy. By choosing local IT experts and open-source tools, we reinvest in Glen Eira and Port Phillip. Let’s keep our community's digital wealth right here.


    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  23. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    #smallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #businessowner #smallbusinessowner #localbusiness #supportlocalbusiness
  24. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    As a "vibe coder," I believe tech should feel right. It should align with your business values, not just a corporate bottom line. We’re building a tech ecosystem in Melbourne that prioritises authenticity and local connection over global tracking. Let’s build something real.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  25. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    I’m launching a new movement in Melbourne: Go Local, Go People. Tech shouldn't be a cold, international utility. It should be a local craft supported by people you can actually meet for a coffee. I’m helping businesses in our community reduce their reliance on big tech and move toward sovereign, open-source solutions. Who’s with me?

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  26. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    #opensourcetechguy #craiglambie42 #craiglambie #degoogle #privacymatters #privacy
  27. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Digital Sovereignty sounds complex, but it’s simple: It’s the difference between renting your business tools and owning them. When the biggest social media providers change their algorithms or pricing, you shouldn't have to scramble. By using open-source tools, you own the keys to your kingdom.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  28. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Ever tried getting a human on the phone from a Global tech giant when your email goes down?
    Good Luck!
    Local IT means having a partner in your timezone, who knows your neighbourhood. It's about human centric support that values your time over a support ticket number.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  29. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    I was at an event last night and some people spoke about how without Fb they wouldn't have been able to reconnect with their school friends.
    The of the is so important to growth.

    I am wondering how the could incorporate that in order to get more users.

    @shlee @KathyReid follow @HolosDiscover @stefan @AdminTeam @tchambers

    #networkeffect #socialgraph #fediverse #mastoadmin #marketing #mastodon
  30. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    I have been wondering about on the ... Should they start their own server? Or join servers relevant to their customers? Values? Eg a vegan food co could join .social
    I think journalists should join their own servers, verified masthead media should have their own servers...

    #b2c #businesses #fediverse #veganism