Episodes

  • E7: From Librarian to Power Platform Influencer and Global tech presenter - Lisa Crosbie's Journey
    Aug 5 2024

    Welcome to Power Time! In this exciting episode, hosts Scott from Microsoft and Matt from NCS delve into the remarkable journey of Lisa Crosbie. From her beginnings as a librarian to becoming a tech influencer and influential YouTube content creator, Lisa shares her inspiring story and career highlights.

    Discover how Lisa turned the challenges of the pandemic into opportunities, creating a successful YouTube channel with over 58,000 subscribers and 5 million views. Learn about her unique ability to simplify complex tech concepts and her contributions to the Microsoft community.

    Lisa also discusses her recent experiences speaking at major conferences in Europe, her collaborative projects, and the rewarding impact her work has had on people's careers. Don't miss this episode filled with inspiration, insights, and practical advice for anyone looking to make a mark in the tech industry.

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    59 mins
  • E6: The Future of Technical Sales and High-Performance Leadership, Meditation, Hypnosis guest - Ray Schloss
    Jun 24 2024

    In this episode, we delve into the evolving role of technical sales professionals over the next decade. Join us as we discuss the impact of AI, the importance of balancing technical expertise with strategic leadership, and the nuances of managing high-performance teams.

    Our special guest, Ray Schloss, shares his extensive experience from his 17-year career at Microsoft, offering insights into effective leadership, the significance of meditation and hypnosis in achieving high performance, and the future of AI in technical sales.

    We also explore fascinating personal stories, including Matt's intense training in Thailand and Ray's journey into hypnotherapy. This episode is packed with valuable lessons for anyone looking to stay ahead in the rapidly changing tech landscape.

    Don't miss this engaging and informative conversation that blends professional insights with personal growth strategies. Tune in now!

    If you would like to chat to Ray about demo skilling and technical presentations https://www.2winglobal.com/contact-us-ray

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    54 mins
  • E5: UDIO breakdown, CoPilot in depth use cases, AI/CoPilot Tips from our guest Adam Gernon
    May 2 2024

    Dive into the transformative world of AI with hosts Matt and Scott on the Power Time Show. This episode explores AI's role in revolutionizing various life aspects and highlights tech innovations like Microsoft's Wave 2 and Project Sophia. Special guest Adam Gernon from Microsoft discusses the practical applications of AI, emphasizing Copilot's impact on business and addressing job replacement concerns. The conversation also covers the integration of AI in workplaces, offering insights on using AI tools effectively and anticipating future job interviews. A must-listen for those looking to leverage AI in their work.

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    44 mins
  • E4: Exclusive in-depth Conversation with John Kelly Co-Founder Eighty20
    Mar 31 2024

    Welcome to 'The Power Time Show,' your one-stop-source for insightful conversations with influential figures in the technology industry. In today's thrilling episode, we present you an exclusive dialogue with John Kelly, the Global Microsoft Alliance Lead at NCS, a co-founder of Eighty20, and an influential figure in the Microsoft ecosystem. Through this profound discussion, John shares the story of his transformative journey from a sought-after program manager to a successful business owner.

    Our guest takes us through the foundation of Eighty20, a revolutionary entity designed to serve as an end-to-end solutions, driven by values and accountability. Through numerous challenges and victories, John nurtures his vision into a well successful enterprise. You'll hear everything from John's first intimidating yet thrilling visit to the Microsoft conference, Inspire, to the real-life experiences and insights he gained while navigating the rapidly evolving world of IT.

    John offers candid insights into the sector, sharing his journey of building a booming IT business from scratch, and the principles that helped maintain its stellar growth. He bravely conveys the realities of entrepreneurship, spotlighting the key role of resilience, passion, and determination in the face of adversities. Through John's experiences, you'll realize that hard work, sacrifice, and strategic risk-taking far outweigh luck in the path to success.

    John touches deeply on the importance of investing in the right team members and fostering a robust company culture. Gain inspiration from how his team's shared values, unity, and collaborative spirit acted as vital assets in the fast-paced growth of his business. This episode serves to enlighten aspiring entrepreneurs and IT enthusiasts on the key factors driving the growth of an IT business.

    We further explore the journey of Eighty20 as it grew into a major global force in the technology sector, drawing attention from significant players leading to interesting investment and acquisition projects. Explore how John managed to launch various specialized practices within 8020's ecosystem while sustainably maintaining their unique culture. Learn about their successful acquisition by NCS and their future endeavors under NCS Australia's guidance.

    Ultimately, find motivation from John's inspiring career journey as he persistently aimed to scale businesses and nurture his partnership with Microsoft. With a strong focus on his team's success, financial strategies driven by passion, and maintaining employment during uncertain times, John portrays the beneficial prospects arising from an acquisition by a trendsetting Singapore business. Lastly, catch some valuable tips on effective cash flow management, the significance of strong business partnerships, and insightful lessons from John's life outside business.

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    49 mins
  • E3: PowerHour with Charles Lamanna and AI Tour Breakdown -Guest Nathan Backers
    Mar 5 2024

    In this show we will take you through the Australian AI Tour and the highlights for the day as well as the well known PowerHour which is a webinar born out of Microsoft Australia that has had huge success. Here is the link to the latest episode so you can listen as well Power Hour: Microsoft Fabric Deep Dive

    Nathan our guest today will take you through what it takes to become a low code dev and how he landed a job at Microsoft.

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    54 mins
  • E2: Special Edition - 2024 Predictions and a new website
    Feb 11 2024

    Welcome to your favorite Power Time podcast with Matt Noble and Scott Meddings. Dive into an exciting episode filled with insightful technological predictions for 2024. Discussions pivot around emerging trends, the mounting influence of tools like AI Builder, and the imminent rise of citizen development. As we share our opinions on the evolving tech landscape, enjoy moments of friendly exchange, personal stories, and our passion for tech products not linked with Microsoft or NCS.

    Our episode begins with a laid-back banter about our holiday experiences, underlying the significance of restful breaks. Personal achievements and family time soon give way to serious discussions about our well-thought-out predictions for 2024's tech industry.

    We delve into the expectant growth of AI Builder in the Power platform, contemplate on the likelihood of companies adopting first-party app replacement, and speculate an immense surge in citizen development. Listen as Matt predicts a fundamental shift in AI application across various industries, the potential rise of process mining, and the dawn of intelligent applications.

    In the second half of the conversation, we delve deeper into the AI industry's future. Examine the speculated rise of process mining, the need for AI-related policies in businesses, and AI's potential for monetization in different sectors. As AI continues to revolutionize work, anticipate a radical alteration in workplace dynamics.

    We further mull over industry-specific models, particularly within healthcare, finance, and legal sectors, and question if the tech ecosystem can adapt swiftly enough to manifest this potential. Entreating businesses to adopt robust policies and guardrails to venture into the AI landscape with confidence, we project the successful enterprises of 2024 as those comprehensively embracing AI.

    We conclude with a smidge of suspense as we hint at the upcoming Microsoft AI Tour and announcing our new webpage. Catch this episode for your dose of insightful tech predictions and stay updated with the fast-paced AI world.

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    19 mins
  • E1: Modernisation , Standard Templates, Guest Bert Wijns from Power Accelerate.
    Jan 17 2024

    Welcome to our inaugural podcast episode where we delve deep into the realm of app modernization and explore the leading trends for customers in this area. Join us as Bert Wijns guides us through the journey of transforming large-scale applications into more efficient low-code solutions. For further details and to sign up for our newsletters, please visit powertime.au.

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    41 mins