In this episode of Beyond the Feature we have a Spotlight Episode where I sit down with Jim Spignardo, another Director of Cloud Strategy, and we talk Microsoft 365, AI, and strategizing the workflow and metrics for successful technology use and adoption. This is an awesome podcast, must watch! Subscribe to the podcast, and like Beyond the Feature on LikedIn and Facebook! And check out the App!

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In this episode of Beyond the Feature, I explore practical strategies to improve online meetings, emphasizing purpose, roles, and follow-up to maximize productivity and reduce wasted time.

Every meeting needs purpose, people, and output to be effective.

Write a clear purpose in one sentence before scheduling.

Invite only essential participants to save time.

Make decisions visible and record them immediately.

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This episode explores the art of prompting in AI, emphasizing how clear communication and structured prompts can significantly improve AI outputs. I share practical formulas and real-world examples to help professionals upgrade their workflow with AI tools.

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This episode explores best practices for using project management software like Microsoft Planner to improve team workflows. It emphasizes the importance of treating the tool as a home for project truth, not just a storage space, and provides actionable tips for clarity, ownership, and trust.

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In this episode I share practical SharePoint best practices for everyday users to reduce chaos, improve collaboration, and ensure data security. Focused on simple habits, these tips help small businesses and nonprofits use SharePoint effectively without technical complexity.

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In this episode, I interview Jenny Turner, a digital systems and operations leader, who shares her insights on creating effective workflows and systems in organizations. Jenny emphasizes the importance of flexibility in organization, the value of using the right tools, and the necessity of leadership buy-in for successful change management. She discusses her experiences in improving onboarding processes, creating effective dashboards, and learning from past failures. The conversation highlights practical strategies for enhancing productivity and fostering a culture of sustainable change.#workflow #organization #Microsoft 365 #leadership #productivity

In this episode, I discuss the importance of responsible AI in the workplace, emphasizing that AI should be treated as a new coworker rather than just a tool. I outline six key principles of responsible AI: fairness, transparency, accountability, reliability and safety, privacy and security, and inclusiveness. The conversation includes practical examples and a three-check method to ensure responsible AI use, ultimately encouraging listeners to adopt good habits early to prevent future issues. PLUS (added bonus!), we worked with our friends at Olympus Academy for a 50% off coupon for their Responsible AI online course. The coupon code is BTF

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