20 YEARS of CAREER ADVICE in 41 MINUTES | #PowerTalks Ep. 66

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In this episode of Power Talks, Griffin talks sits down with Joel Lindstrom to talk about how being yourself is your secret weapon. It’s not your expertise, or your communication skills. Joel started his Microsoft Journey back in 2007 and is a leading voice in the industry. He even built an entire practice from scratch to winning Microsoft Partner of the Year awards. He will tell you he couldn’t have done it alone, but nonetheless, we discuss the tangible things that made a huge difference for him and his career.

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Who is Joel?

For today's episode, we are delighted to have Joel Lindstrom, Senior SSP at Hitachi Solutions, joining us. With nearly two decades of experience at the same organization, Joel has developed a multifaceted career, transitioning through various roles from the first solution architect on the CRM team to a seasoned sales specialist. His dedication and expertise have been recognized through numerous accolades, including being a fourteen-time Microsoft MVP and a Fast Track Recognized Solution Architect. Beyond professional achievements, he is a firm believer in making the most of one's current role before aspiring for more, an ethos that has undoubtedly contributed to his lasting success.

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In today's episode of PowerTalks, we're thrilled to be joined by Joel Lindstrom, a veteran at Hitachi Solutions with almost two decades of experience. Joel navigated an illustrious career path from being the first solution architect in the CRM team to now excelling as a Senior Sales Specialist. Recognized as a fourteen-time Microsoft MVP, his journey is rich with insights about staying true to oneself and excelling in tech careers. Tune in as we unpack how embracing individuality and maximizing your current role can propel career growth in the Power Platform ecosystem.

What we dive into:

🔥 Embracing individuality and how it can propel your career forward.

🔥 The importance of maximizing your current role before advancing.

🔥 Transitioning within the same organization and lessons learned at each step.

🔥 How humor can act as a catalyst in overcoming project challenges.

🔥 Insights into building a successful Power Platform practice and achieving accolades like Partner of the Year.

Discover how Microsoft Copilot Studio, Dynamics 365, and low-code development come into play within Joel’s strategic approach at Hitachi Solutions. This episode is tailored for those looking to grow their tech careers, especially within the Microsoft ecosystem, and harness the full potential of the Power Platform.

Key Questions We Answer:

🔥 How can embracing your uniqueness change your career trajectory?

🔥 What is essential for someone new to the tech industry to know?

🔥 In what ways can humor positively impact tech projects and teams?

🔥 Why is it crucial to make the most of your current role before advancing?

🔥 What challenges arise when establishing a CRM team, and how can they be overcome?

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📌 Episode Keywords: Microsoft Copilot Studio, Power Platform careers, Dynamics 365 Sales, Tech career growth, Low-code development, AI and productivity, Custom Copilot bots, Prompt engineering, Consulting career tips