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Microsoft Innovation Podcast

Mark Smith [nz365guy]

If you want to get your ideas or questions featured on an episode, please leave us a voicemail: https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/voicemail/Dive into the future of work with the "Microsoft Innovation Podcast," exploring the intersection of People, Business, Technology, and AI. Engage with expert guests—including thought leaders from Microsoft, industry innovators, and community specialists—who are redefining the world with advancements in AI, Cloud technologies, the Power Platform, Dynamics

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17:41

Your AI Intern: Unlocking Daily Productivity with...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2026/02/04

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM In this episode, Edine Olijve-Watkinson explores practical ways Microsoft 365 Copilot, Loop, Planner and emerging AI agents improve daily productivity, collaboration and decision making. It highlights real use cases, evolving tools and the shift toward AI supported workflows across organisations. 🎙️ Full Show Notes https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/796 👉 What you’ll learn ...

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36:37

AI Agents in 2026: Govern Without Slowing Innovation

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2026/02/02

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM A focused conversation on why AI agents will define 2026, how governance must evolve, and the practical skills business and tech professionals need to stay relevant. The episode explores the shift from Power Platform governance to AI‑first governance, the rise of agent orchestration, and the critical importance of data security, testing, and prompt engineering. Listeners gain clear guidance on adapting thei...

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31:37

How AI Reveals Your True Leadership Style

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2026/02/01

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM This episode explores how AI can transform leadership by analysing real conversational behaviour, reducing bias and giving leaders immediate insight into their communication style. The discussion covers how leadership differs from management, why early‑career support is often missing, and how continuous feedback can shorten the development gap for new leaders. Listeners gain a practical view of how leadership intelli...

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22:45

AI Adoption That Actually Works

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2026/01/28

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM This episode with Michael Plettner explores how organisations move from AI curiosity to practical, business focused implementation. You will learn why user adoption and leadership support matter, how teams shift from generic Copilot use to targeted process improvement, and how the EU AI Act is pushing companies toward more mature and responsible AI practices. 👉 Full Show Notes

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32:12

Governance That Accelerates Innovation

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2026/01/25

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM John Rood shares how organisations can unlock real value from AI by balancing innovation, governance, and compliance. Learn why robust frameworks, practical training, and a bottom-up approach are key to sustainable AI adoption and risk management. 👉 Full Show Notes https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/792 🎙️ What you’ll learn How to implement effective AI governance without stifling innov...

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22:08

Winning the Copilot Rollout: Adoption Tactics That Work

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2026/01/21

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM This episode explores practical ways to drive Copilot adoption across an organisation. Heather Severino shares clear guidance on identifying early champions, building cross functional readiness, reducing resistance, and designing effective training. She explains how tools such as Loop, Teams, Clipchamp and Copilot features support collaboration, productivity and engagement. The conversation provides a groun...

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34:05

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with AI as Your Ally

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2026/01/19

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM Discover practical strategies with Dan Barber for overcoming imposter syndrome, building resilient tech teams, and leveraging AI as an ally. Learn how consulting skills, clear goals, and supportive cultures drive success in technology and AI-driven environments. 👉 Full Show Notes https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/790 🎙️ What you’ll learn Apply actionable tools to overcome imposter ...

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35:15

AI Storytelling That Builds Trust at Scale

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2026/01/18

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM Explore how Andy Sitison uses AI-powered storytelling to uncover hidden patterns, build trust, and drive meaningful engagement. Learn why human connection, agility, and intent are essential for businesses navigating rapid technological change. Gain practical insights from Andy on leveraging AI as a creative tool and fostering a culture of trust and adaptability. 👉 Full Show Notes https://www.m...

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27:06

Copilot Readiness: Protect Data Before You Deploy

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2026/01/14

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM Discover how organisations are building practical AI capability with Microsoft Copilot, Zero Trust, and robust data security. Learn actionable strategies for readiness, compliance, and continuous professional development in a rapidly evolving tech landscape featuring insights from Sam Brazier-Hollins. 🎙️ Full Show Notes https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/788 👉 What you’ll learn ...

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25:03

AI Agents: Automate Decisions, Not Just Tasks

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2026/01/12

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM A practical discussion with Mary Pantelopoulou on quantifying and realising business value from AI and low code, using the Business Value Assessment to tie Power Platform, M365 Copilot, and autonomous agents to top‑line growth, cost reduction, risk mitigation, and redesigned processes that free people to focus on higher‑value work. 👉️ Full Show Notes https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/787 🎙️ What

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31:17

Bias‑Free Hiring at Scale Powered by AI

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2026/01/11

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM This episode explores how AI is transforming hiring, reducing bias, and helping businesses reliably identify A players. Fletcher Wimbush shares practical steps for using AI to streamline job analysis, screening, assessments, and onboarding, giving small and mid sized businesses access to talent strategies once reserved for large enterprises. 👉 Full Show Notes https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.co...

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29:17

Copilot Beyond Tasks: Build Agentic Workflows

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2026/01/07

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM This episode explores practical ways to lift the quality of hybrid work through better tools, clearer communication, and smarter use of AI. Neil Fluester shares insights from years in unified communications, including how Copilot is evolving from a task engine to an enhancement engine, why peripheral design matters for productivity, and how thoughtful setups, from webcams to lighting to teleprompters, shape...

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33:38

Escape the Job Security Myth: Build Your Career...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2026/01/05

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM This episode explores how professionals in the Power Platform and Dynamics space can future‑proof their careers. Sarah Jones and Franco Musso share practical guidance on contracting, freelancing, niching, personal brand development, and navigating rapid change driven by AI. Their insights focus on building career security, creating flexibility, and designing work that supports long‑term growth. 👉 Full...

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32:02

AI That Scales: Mindset Before Machines

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2026/01/04

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM This episode explores how organisations can advance AI capability by shifting from siloed, linear thinking to ecosystem thinking. Barbara Wittmann outlines why many AI initiatives fail, how mindset transformation enables responsible adoption and where real innovation begins inside an organisation. She explains the role of the middle, why data foundations matter and how ethical leadership can guide sustainab...

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22:48

The AI-Security Tradeoff Every Leader Must Solve

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2025/12/31

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM The episode explores how Chris Stegh sees organisations balancing AI adoption with data security, governance and practical risk management. It covers the real barriers to scaling AI, why perfect data hygiene is unrealistic, and how leaders can use tools like Copilot, Purview and agentic AI to create safe, high‑value use cases while improving long‑term resilience. 🎙️ Full Show Notes https://www.microsoftinnovatio...

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32:14

Stop Bolting On AI and Redesign Processes for 4× ROI

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2025/12/29

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM How frontier firms rethink processes with AI, not bolt it on. Samuel Boulanger shares practical ways to drive Copilot adoption: educate, empower champions, and start from scratch to redesign workflows. He shows how agents and workflow automation unlock meaningful ROI, and why applied, hands‑on skill beats theory. Clear guidance for tech pros: use it everywhere, iterate fast, and let the people closest to the work ...

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32:15

From POCs to Production: Ship AI That Sticks

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2025/12/28

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM 👉 Full Show Notes https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/780 Discover how organisations can move beyond AI hype to real business value. In this episode, Jim Spignardo shares practical strategies for AI adoption, building digital literacy, and creating a culture where technology empowers every team. Learn how to start small, measure impact, and set up the right governance for sustainable, responsible AI tra...

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19:24

AI Copilot as Partner: Focus on Your Specialty

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2025/12/24

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM This episode explores how Copilot supports innovation, decision making and practical AI adoption across organisations. Amal Hosni Viteri shares her journey from development and DevOps into innovation leadership, describing how AI enhances productivity, reduces operational effort and helps teams focus on their specialities. She highlights the value of context‑aware tools, ethical use of AI and making technology acc...

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34:55

Here’s How AI Agents Are Transforming Project Management

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2025/12/22

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM 👉 Full Show Notes https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/778 James Diekman explores how AI and automation are reshaping project management, compliance, and business innovation. Learn practical strategies for embedding AI in workflows, managing risk, and building future-ready teams. Gain insights from real-world government and enterprise projects, with a focus on responsible, efficient, and scalable te...

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33:16

The Real Opportunity Behind Underhyped AI

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2025/12/21

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM 👉 Full Show Notes https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/777 AI is transforming business and society, but most professionals underestimate its impact. Oliver Hartwich explores how culture, education, and practical skills shape our ability to harness AI’s full potential. Learn why curiosity, deep knowledge, and adaptability matter more than ever. 🎙️ What you’ll learn How to build prac...

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