Power Hour Podcast

• Pre-Sales, Trust & Content: Power Hour Podcast #28 - Dian Taylor

  Six-time Microsoft MVP Dian Taylor went from HR to leading with pre-sales demos that actually solve problems. We unpack how to listen, build trust, avoid “feature fireworks,” and create content without burning out - plus what’s real vs hype with Copilot and Copilot Studio for Dynamics 365.What you’ll learn:1. Pre-sales doesn't mean implementation: why “lightweight” discovery + tailored demos win2. The trusted-advisor stance: listen for pain, not features3. Smoke-and-mirrors (ethically) and the Tell-Show-Tell framework4. Consistent content without burnout (cadence, unique POV, seasons)5. Where Copilot/Copilot Studio shines today in Sales & Customer Service6. Community as a career accelerant; learning as a forever-skillTimestamps:00:00 Intro & Dian’s path from HR → Dynamics 365 (6x MVP)05:56 Skills that separate great pre-sales engineers12:14 The sales bit; Tell-Show-Tell18:07 Community + content: filling the “no more training” gap23:16 Finding your lane & staying consistent31:58 What’s exciting in Copilot Studio right now37:39 Navigating constant change without overwhelmLinks:👉 Learn with us: Powercademy.com👉 Dian’s blog: https://d365goddess.com/ | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@D365Goddess👍 Like, subscribe, and drop your favorite takeaway.🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/howdangrashid/

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• Microsoft MVP Secrets & Community Super-powers: Power Hour Podcast #27 - Cat Schneider

  What really happens after you earn Microsoft MVP status? 🎖️ Cat Schneider went from Florida state-government analyst to Power Platform wizard, MVP, and accessibility champion. In this episode, she reveals how community involvement (plus a dash of ADHD-fuelled curiosity) accelerated her career - and how you can tap the same playbook.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN- The real mindset behind becoming an MVP (hint: it’s not the badge)- Practical ways introverts can network at conferences - without the awkwardness- Cat’s favorite accessibility tips (why screen-reader-friendly, emoji-heavy UX)- Why “don’t be a gatekeeper” should be every maker’s mantra- The origin story of the UX/UI Allies user group and how to get involvedTIMESTAMPS00:00 – Cat Schneider’s origin story03:03 – Discovering the Power Platform & community05:46 – Conference adventures (dino suits included)08:56 – First steps to contributing back11:57 – Accessibility best practices for makers14:51 – Networking tips for introverts17:59 – Demystifying the MVP journey20:58 – The true essence of “Most Valuable Professional”30:08 – Life changes & renewal realities32:13 – Why contribution beats recognition33:36 – Navigating career transitions39:19 – Overcoming self-doubt46:06 – Launching the Accessibility User Group51:04 – Screen readers & inclusive design► Level-up your skills at Powercademy.com!► Like this episode? Smash that 👍, subscribe, and ring the 🔔 so you never miss a Power Hour.► Connect with Cat on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yerawizardcat/► Join the UX/UI Allies user group: https://community.powerplatform.com/usergroups/details/?groupid=74f25fad-a83a-4acd-9f79-a51fc5b59bcb

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• Dynamics 365 Business Central - What, Why, How: Power Hour Podcast #26 - Andrew Wingate

  Why watch?ERP veteran Andy Wingate demystifies Dynamics 365 Business Central - the cloud ERP that every SMB seems to be buzzing about nowadays. From real-world implementation horror stories to AI-powered invoices, Andy I spill hard-won lessons you won’t find in the docs.Key takeaways1. What Business Central is (and isn’t) inside the Dynamics 365 family2. How ISVs super-charge BC when out-of-the-box falls short3. Soft-skills that turn consultants into trusted advisors4. The most common implementation mistake: underestimating time & testing5. Learning paths: Microsoft Learn, community forums, and Andy’s own resources6. Copilot & AI agents already live in BC—and how to adopt them responsiblyTimestamps00:00 Intro to Business Central & ERP02:24 Core functionality breakdown05:54 COVID’s impact on cloud ERP09:08 Business Central ↔ Dataverse integration15:26 Why soft skills matter in consulting21:51 Learning pathways & resources27:28 LinkedIn productivity hacks28:54 Building the BC community30:10 Top implementation mistakes36:56 Testing & user training tips41:16 The future: AI inside BC48:10 Prepping your org for AINext steps🌐 Powercademy.com – deeper dives & free tools🔔 Like / Subscribe / Bell – weekly Power Platform insights🤝 Connect with Andy – https://andy.ms/in📲 Blog + WhatsApp feed – https://andy.ms/bcrss📝 Technical blog – https://blog.wingate365.com/🏢 Venture (Andy’s day job) – https://venture.ms📚 BC vs FO guide (Venture) – https://venture.ms/BCvFO

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• Power Pages & AI Vibe Coding: Power Hour Podcast #25 – Nick Doelman

  Are Power Platform devs about to get super-powers?Microsoft MVP Nick Doelman joins me to break down exactly how Power Pages, Dataverse fundamentals and “vibe coding” with AI are reshaping the way we build customer-facing apps. If you’re a maker, consultant or pro-coder wondering what the next wave of Power Platform work looks like, this episode is your roadmap.What you’ll learn (fast-scan bullets)- Why “Power Pages is a huge skill to have.”- The 3-step roadmap from Dataverse rookie to Power Pages pro- How “vibe coding” + GitHub Copilot slashes build time (and what still trips you up)- Practical ways to calm “AI anxiety” and keep your career future-proofCommunity hacks that turned Nick into a 6-time MVP (and how to start small)- The reality of leaving Microsoft for indie consulting - freedom vs. safety netsTimestamps00:00 – Intro & Nick’s career snapshot06:09 – Why learning Power Pages matters now11:52 – Your roadmap to Power Pages mastery17:47 – Vibe Coding explained29:55 – Bridging pro-code ↔ low-code33:02 – Handling AI anxiety42:44 – MVP path & community tips52:50 – From Microsoft employee to solo practice👉 Like & subscribe for weekly drops.⚡️ Dive deeper at Powercademy.com🔗 Connect with Nick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickdoelman/🔗 Follow Howdang: https://www.linkedin.com/in/howdangrashid/

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• How To Grow Your Brand In The Power Platform: Power Hour Podcast #24 - Duncan Boyne

  🚀 Why hit “publish” in the first place?Power BI specialist Duncan Boyne went from zero posts to speaking gigs, user-group founder & “progression on steroids” in just six months. In this episode he opens the playbook: how documenting his journey built a personal brand, attracted real-world opportunities and - yes - how he keeps LinkedIn from eating his day.🎯 What you’ll learn:- Turning your LinkedIn feed into a visual CV that recruiters love-Authenticity vs. AI: using ChatGPT for polish, not personality-Building an Idea Bank to end writer’s block forever- Taming social-media addiction with timers & phone “lock-boxes”- Crafting a workspace that kills brain-fog and fuels focus- Why “teaching is the fastest way to learn” (and grow community)- The Power Platform angle: leveraging Power BI & user groups for reach👇 Dive in, then build your own brand1. Visit Powercademy.com – deeper Power Platform learning2. Like 👍, Subscribe 🔔 & Drop a Comment – we read every one3. Connect with Duncan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncanboyne/⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – The Journey of Content Creation02:19 – Building a Personal Brand08:05 – Strategies for Brand Development14:59 – Overcoming Content Creation Challenges17:10 – Finding Your Unique Voice23:15 – Balancing AI and Authenticity28:45 – The Challenge of Content Ownership31:57 – The Impact of AI on Creativity34:45 – Social Media Addiction & Its Effects45:13 – Creating Content: Finding Your Process52:33 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find Duncan

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